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    Moving to America: Foreign Consulting, #2
    Moving to America: Foreign Consulting, #2
    Moving to America: Foreign Consulting, #2
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    MOVING TO AMERICA

    FIRST STEPS, GREEN CARD LOTTERY, BUYING HOME & MORE

    By Foreign Advisory

    If you thinking of moving to the USA (United States of America) from overseas and want a quick guide on how to get started, this book is just for you! It will help you find your way around in the new country, know what documents you need, and provide some tips on settling in. 

    You might be moving because of work or family reasons, or you're an international student, or just because it's time for a change. Whatever your reason, moving overseas can seem daunting, but it should go smoothly if you follow the simple steps outlined in this book.

    We will discuss the various steps involved in moving to America, what you need to do before moving, and what to do once you get here in the USA!

    The American Dream is alive and well, and it's available for anyone who wants it. Moving to America offers many benefits, the most notable being that moving to America means moving towards a better opportunity in the largest economy in the world.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherRoyal Hawaiian Press
    Release dateMar 14, 2023
    ISBN9798215110539
    Moving to America: Foreign Consulting, #2

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      Moving to America - Foreign Advisory

      Moving to America

      Moving to America

      First Steps, Green Card Lottery, Buying Home & More

      By Foreign Advisory

      COMING TO AMERICA

      FIRST STEPS, GREEN CARD LOTTERY, BUYING HOME & MORE

      By Foreign Advisory

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      All material contained herein is Copyright

      Copyright © Foreign Advisory 2023

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      Paperback ISBN: ISBN: 979-8-9876759-5-3

      ePub ISBN: 979-8-2151105-3-9

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      Written by Foreign Advisory

      Published by Royal Hawaiian Press

      Cover art by Tyrone Roshantha

      Publishing Assistance by Dorota Reszke

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      For more works by this author, please visit:

      www.royalhawaiianpress.com

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      All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or any information storage and retrieval system without prior written permission of the Author. Your support of Author’s rights is appreciated.

      Table of Contents

      What are the benefits of moving to the USA?

      Top 6 Reasons to Move to America:

      US Visa – Everything you need to know

      What are the different US Visa Categories?

      1. Tourism/Visit and Temporary Business (B1/B2 Visa)

      2. Study & Exchange (F, M, and J Visa)

      3. Employment (H, L, O, P, Q Visa)

      4. What is U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)?

      5. Other Visa Categories

      US Visa Document Requirements

      How to get your US visa

      Top 11 Things to Do

      1. Plan your move to America and understand your moving costs

      2. Apply for your Social Security Number (SSN)

      How can US non-citizens apply for SSN?

      Required documents for US non-citizens to apply for SSN

      3. Open a US Bank Account

      4. Obtain Driver’s License in the US

      5. Understand the American Healthcare System

      6. Build US credit history

      7. Housing: Buying a House and Obtaining a Mortgage as a New Immigrant in the USA

      8. Understand your employee benefits in the US

      9. Familiarize yourself with US Federal and State or Local Government Laws

      10. US Education System

      11. Understand American culture and traditions

      In Conclusion

      H1B Visa Lottery Guide

      How to Check your H1B Visa Lottery Results?

      What is an H 1B Visa Lottery?

      How to Check H1B Lottery Results, 2022?

      Registration Process for the H 1B Lottery

      What Can Specialty Occupations Apply for H1B Visa Lottery?

      Fees Required for the Entire H1B Lottery Process

      How H 1B Visa Lottery Selection Process Works

      H 1B Cap for the Fiscal Year 2022:

      Masters Cap vs. Regular H1B Visa: The Key Differences

      What are the Odds of Getting Selected in the H1B Lottery Process?

      How to Check Your Selection Status for H 1B Visa Lottery 2022?

      1. Confirm if USCIS processed your fee check

      2. Through 13 Digit Receipt Number

      3. Through I-797 Form

      4. Through SEVIS

      5. Through NVC

      What does Your H 1B Status Mean on the USCIS Portal?

      What’s Next if You Get Selected in H1 B Lottery?

      H1B Visa Lottery 2023 Registration

      Key points to keep in mind before applying for H1B visa lottery 2023:

      Why Your Visa Might be Denied?

      What are Premium Processing and Cap-exempt Petitions?

      Premium Processing:

      Cap Exempt Petitions:

      Alternative Visas to Apply for, In Case of Rejection by H1B Visa

      Country-Specific Visas:

      Investor Visas:

      MNC Executive/Manager & Specialized Visas:

      File for a Permanent Residency/Green Card Directly:

      Tips For the Next Application Deadline: H-1B Visa Lottery Submission Guidelines

      1. Timely Submissions

      2. File with Multiple Employers

      3. Part-time Work

      4. Avoid Common Mistakes

      5. Consider Alternatives to H1B

      H1B Second Lottery 2022

      Frequently asked Questions

      How many were H1B applications filed for 2022?

      Does Premium Processing Increase My H1B Lottery Odds?

      Will there be a Second H1B Lottery 2022 round for FY 2022?

      How to Extend H1B Visa?

      What is H1B Visa Stamping?

      What are my chances of being selected for the H1B visa?

      When Will USCIS Begin Accepting 2022 H1B Petitions?

      When will USCIS stop taking H1B petitions for 2022?

      When was the H1B lottery 2022 results declared?

      Can I dispute the duplicate H-1B registration that was flagged as invalid?

      What is the duration of stay on an H-1B visa?

      Can we check the H1B lottery 2022 status online?

      How do you download H1B Lottery results for 2022?

      What is the key difference between H1B registration vs H1B Petition?

      What is the H1B Registration Beneficiary Confirmation Number?

      How to check H1B Lottery 2022 Status with Beneficiary Confirmation Number?

      Are all H1B results out for 2022?

      Are H1B 2023 lottery results out?

      LEGAL INFORMATION FROM GOVERNMENT WEBSITE:

      Diversity Visa Winners Legally Residing In the United States: Apply Through USCIS

      Eligibility Criteria

      Visa Availability

      Application Process and Supporting Evidence

      Photo Basics

      Other Considerations

      H1B Visa: Buying House & Obtaining a Mortgage Home Loan

      Can an H1B Visa holder buy a house in the USA?

      Is it risky or safe to buy a house on H1B visa?

      Top 5 reasons why you should consider buying a house on an H1B visa

      1. Improves Quality of Life in the US

      2. Safe and secure way to build wealth for H1B visa holders

      Average H1B Salary in Top 10 States by LCA volume

      3. Tax Benefits of owning a home on an H1B visa

      Mortgage Interest Deduction

      Property Tax Deduction

      Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) Deduction

      Tax benefits of selling your home on an H1B visa

      Home Office Deduction

      4. Home prices are affordable in

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