Green Card Lottery Winning Chance 16 Jul 2012 7:00 AM (12 years ago)
If you have ever wondered what the chance of winning in the USA Green Card Lottery is, then our green card lottery odds calculator will give you the answer.
New Green Card Lottery Fee 26 Apr 2012 8:00 AM (12 years ago)
Since the diversity visa lottery was established in 1990 by the U.S. Congress, the American DV-Lottery has always been free for applicants to enter. However, that has changed this year.
Only 8 million entered the DV-2013 Green Card Lottery 22 Mar 2012 8:30 AM (13 years ago)
According to the US State Department, only eight million people entered the DV-2013 diversity visa lottery, trying to win a US green card in the latest US diversity visa lottery.
President Obama to ease Green Card Rules 10 Jan 2012 1:30 PM (13 years ago)
President Obama announced last week that his administration will create a new green card that could spare hundreds of thousands of United States of America citizens from prolonged separations from immigrant spouses and children. Currently, illegal immigrants who are married to or are children of U.S. citizens are generally allowed under the law to become legal residents with a visa known as a green card. However ...
Major DV-2013 Lottery entry form blunder 18 Oct 2011 8:00 AM (13 years ago)
One would think that an electronic entry form that is to process 15-17 million applicants in a little more than 4 weeks would have been tested appropriately before being uploaded to the Department of States web site for applicant to submit their information through.
DV-2013 Green Card Lottery Update 30 Sep 2011 9:00 AM (13 years ago)
The US Department of State has announced that the Diversity Visa Lottery DV-2013, natives of South Sudan and Poland are now eligible for selection, while Bangladesh natives are now ineligible. These are the only changes from the DV-2012 green card lottery.
DV-2012 Green Card Lottery Result Canceled 16 May 2011 7:00 AM (13 years ago)
Today the US State Department voided the results of the Diversity Visa 2010 (DV-2012) program following the discovery of a computer programming error in the random selection process.
The 2011 USA Green Card Lottery is Open for Applications 10 May 2011 9:00 AM (13 years ago)
Most people worldwide can obtain a USA Green Card without any form of sponsorship by participating in the USA Green Card Lottery which is held each year. This is a green card lottery where applicants from all over the world can submit an application for the American 2011 Green Card Lottery and be considered for a USA Green Card.
New Green Card Lottery Record 7 Dec 2010 9:15 AM (14 years ago)
The DV2012 diversity visa lottery program also know as the green card lottery, drew 25 percent more entries than last year according to the U.S. State Department.
USCIS - New Immigration Application and Petition Fees 30 Nov 2010 9:30 AM (14 years ago)
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) reminds customers that its new fee schedule goes into effect Nov. 23, 2010.
US Citizenship Naturalization Fact Sheet 22 Sep 2010 6:00 AM (14 years ago)
The United States has a long history of welcoming immigrants from all parts of the world. During the last decade, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) welcomed more than 6.8 million naturalized citizens into the fabric of our nation.
USCIS Launches Redesigned E-Verify Employer Web Interface 28 Jun 2010 7:00 AM (14 years ago)
After a year-long overhaul, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has launched a completely redesigned web interface for employers using the Agency’s E-Verify Program.
USCIS Issues Redesigned Green Card with new security technology 14 May 2010 7:00 AM (14 years ago)
The enhanced features will better serve law enforcement, employers, and immigrants, all of whom look to the Green Card as definitive proof of authorization to live and work in the United States.
USCIS To Issue Redesigned Green Card 12 May 2010 6:00 AM (14 years ago)
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced today that it has redesigned the Permanent Resident Card, commonly known as the “Green Card”.
More than 40,000 US H-1B Visas still available 14 Apr 2010 7:30 AM (14 years ago)
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) today announced it continues to accept H-1B nonimmigrant petitions subject to the Fiscal Year 2011 (FY 2011) cap. USCIS will monitor the number of petitions received for both the 65,000 general cap and the 20,000 U.S. master’s degree or higher educational exemption.
Military Members U.S. Citizenship Eligibility Requirements 5 Apr 2010 9:30 PM (14 years ago)
Procedures to obtain a U.S. Citizenship for Military Members and family members of active duty military.
Naturalization process for military members and their spouses 5 Apr 2010 8:30 PM (14 years ago)
Reading and understanding this guide is the first step in the naturalization process for military members and their spouses. Some naturalization requirements are difficult to understand and many people have questions about naturalization. If you read this guide before beginning the naturalization process, many of your questions will be answered.
President Obama promising to keep working on the immigration overhaul 22 Mar 2010 5:45 AM (15 years ago)
Tens of thousands of immigrants and activists rallied here on Sunday, calling for legislation this year to give legal status to millions of illegal immigrants and seeking to pressure President Obama to keep working on the contentious issue once the health care debate is behind him.
President Obama says he’s still committed to immigration overhaul 12 Mar 2010 7:30 AM (15 years ago)
President Barack Obama on Thursday assured immigration advocates frustrated by the wait for a promised overhaul of U.S. immigration laws that he remains committed to fixing a system he has said is broken. What remains unclear is whether Congress will send him a bill this year.
The 2010 USA Green Card Lottery is Open for Applications 11 Mar 2010 6:30 AM (15 years ago)
Most people worldwide can obtain a USA Green Card without any form of sponsorship by participating in the USA Green Card Lottery which is held each year. This is a green card lottery where applicants from all over the world can submit an application for the American 2010 Green Card Lottery and be considered for a USA Green Card.
USCIS to Accept H-1B Petitions for Fiscal Year 2011 Beginning April 1, 2010 10 Mar 2010 7:30 AM (15 years ago)
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced today that it will begin accepting H-1B petitions subject to the fiscal year (FY) 2011 cap on April 1, 2010. Cases will be considered accepted on the date that USCIS takes possession of a properly filed petition with the correct fee; not the date that the petition is postmarked.
Rule for H-2A Temporary Agricultural Worker Program Announced 5 Mar 2010 6:00 AM (15 years ago)
The H-2A nonimmigrant visa classification applies to foreign workers coming to or already in the U.S. to perform agricultural work of a temporary or seasonal nature.
Recession means 800,000 fewer illegal immigrants in the US 18 Feb 2010 7:00 AM (15 years ago)
The number of unauthorized immigrants in the United States decreased by 800,000 from 2008 to 2009, the Department of Homeland Security said in a report. There were 11.6 million unauthorized immigrants in the United States in January 2008 and 10.8 million one year later, DHS said. The decrease in the number of immigrants coincided with the U.S. economic downturn, the report said.
Streamlined Citizenship Process for Military Members 3 Feb 2010 5:45 AM (15 years ago)
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano today announced the publication of a rule formalizing DHS’ longstanding policy to expedite and streamline the citizenship process for men and women bravely serving in America’s armed forces.
A new Entrepreneur Visa for US, will add more EB-5 visas 27 Jan 2010 7:00 AM (15 years ago)
United States congressman Jared Polis has proposed a new ’start-up’ visa which would make it easier for foreign entrepreneurs to start companies in America.
Is the Green Card Lottery a National Security Thread 14 Jan 2010 7:00 AM (15 years ago)
According to testimony of the US State Department’s Inspector General during the 109th Congress, “the Diversity Visa program contains significant risks to national security from hostile intelligence officers, criminals, and terrorists attempting to use the program for entry into the United States as permanent residents.”
Study - Immigration reform would benefit U.S. economy 11 Jan 2010 11:00 AM (15 years ago)
Comprehensive immigration reform would add an estimated 1.5 trillion U.S. dollars to the U.S. gross domestic product (GDP) over 10 years, according to a new study released recently.
Is Australia on is way to be the best Country to live in 4 Jan 2010 6:00 AM (15 years ago)
Earlier this month the UN ranked Australia as second in the World for quality of life. Norway is ranked number one at the moment. Australia could very well end up as number one for quality of life in next year’s report.
The Army’s New Non-Citizen Recruiting Program For Foreign Health Care Professionals 30 Dec 2009 9:00 AM (15 years ago)
the US Army started a new recruiting pilot program for foreign health care professionals. Titled “Military Accessions Vital to the National Interest” (MAVNI), the new pilot program allows certain non-citizens who are legally present in the United States to join the Army and apply immediately for US citizenship without first obtaining lawful permanent residence. The US Army MAVNI recruiting program will recruit up to 333 health care professionals (doctors, dentists, psychiatrists, nurses, and others) nationwide.
Obama facing uphill battle on his 2010 immigration reform 28 Dec 2009 7:00 AM (15 years ago)
President Barack Obama’s campaign promise to overhaul immigration laws next year faces an uphill battle in Congress, and it could hurt Democrats in the 2010 midterm elections whether it succeeds or fails.
Several US Immigration programs extended to 2012 14 Dec 2009 5:30 AM (15 years ago)
US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) confirmed recently that a number of immigration programs will be extended at least until 30 September 2012.
Denmark offers $20,000 to all maladjusted immigrants to leave 13 Nov 2009 7:00 AM (15 years ago)
Denmark is offering immigrants from “non-Western” countries that have become a public burden and not adjusted to the danish society, 100,000 Danish kroners (US$20,000) if they volunteer to give up their legal residency and move “home”.
Supreme Court: Obama adm. must enter the immigration arena 3 Nov 2009 4:45 AM (15 years ago)
On Monday, the court asked the administration for its views in a challenge to an Arizona law that punishes companies for hiring illegal aliens. Other states with large immigrant populations will watch the next steps closely, because their own laws and ballot measures could be on the line.
Obama will sign bill to extend E-Verify for three years 28 Oct 2009 7:45 AM (15 years ago)
The Congressional bill to extend a program that lets employers check the legal status of new hires is now awaiting the signature of President Barack Obama. It does not include a proposal from U.S. Sen. Jeff Sessions, R-Mobile, that would have made the program permanent.
Green Card bill passes for spouses of deceased U.S. citizens 26 Oct 2009 7:00 AM (15 years ago)
Widows and widowers would now be eligible regardless of when their partners died or how long they were married. The measure awaits President Obama’s signature.
US experiencing brain drain for the first time in US history 29 Sep 2009 11:00 AM (15 years ago)
The world’s economy took a hit after the global financial meltdown in 2008. Despite this many countries are still maintaining active immigration policies designed to attract skilled overseas talent.
President Obama: Legalize illegal’s to allow them health care 22 Sep 2009 8:00 AM (15 years ago)
President Obama said this week that his health care plan won’t cover illegal immigrants, but argued that’s all the more reason to legalize them and ensure they eventually do get coverage.
Green card applications plunge, down 80 percent 2 Sep 2009 7:00 AM (15 years ago)
Green card applications have fallen substantially over the past years. Employers have sponsored less than half the number of employees in 2008 and 2009 than in 2007 and earlier. High unemployment and broader recessionary factors have triggered the decline in permanent resident applications.
Microsoft Layoffs Adds More Fuel to the H-1B Visa Fire 1 Sep 2009 7:00 AM (15 years ago)
Layoff announcements by IT vendors came fast and furious over the past two weeks. But it was Microsoft Corp.’s that drew the attention of a U.S. senator, who said it was “imperative” that the company give job priority to U.S. citizens over foreigners with H-1B visas.
Healthcare reform could be blocked by illegal immigrant debate 18 Aug 2009 7:45 AM (15 years ago)
Granting illegal immigrants coverage is an explosive issue, but the charged debate shouldn’t derail needed changes to the current health system.
Bring Cash and we will give you a Green Card 17 Aug 2009 5:30 AM (15 years ago)
Want to become a US citizen? Bring some business savvy and cash. Lots of cash and we will give you a Green Card on fast track.
President Obama: No immigration reform until 2010 11 Aug 2009 3:45 AM (15 years ago)
GUADALAJARA, Mexico Locked in a health care debate that is claiming much of his energy, President Barack Obama acknowledged Monday that a push to overhaul the U.S. immigration system would have to wait until 2010.
U.S. Worker Green Card Petitions Down Sharply 7 Aug 2009 5:30 AM (15 years ago)
The number of petitions from employers trying to bring foreigners to work permanently in the U.S. has declined dramatically over the last two years, an Associated Press review of government data has found.
The Pass ID Act promises to return the nation to pre-Sept. 11 dangers 5 Aug 2009 6:00 AM (15 years ago)
When the independent, bipartisan Sept. 11 commission issued its report in July 2004, an alarming fact was emphasized: Terrorists need valid identification to board an airplane. The commission asserted that “for terrorists, travel documents are as important as weapons.” Congress subsequently passed the Real ID Act, which was quickly signed into law by President George W. Bush.
President Obama’s Aunt Resurfaces in Public Housing 3 Aug 2009 6:00 AM (15 years ago)
Zeituni Polly Onyango, who is the half-sister of Obama’s father, had been staying with relatives in Cleveland but moved back to Boston late last year. With her deportation hearing still six months away, the controversial Kenyan aunt of President Obama has quietly resurfaced in public housing in South Boston.
Bill Gates criticizes U.S. immigration policies 31 Jul 2009 6:15 AM (15 years ago)
Microsoft Corp. Chairman Bill Gates traveled to India this week and delivered a message to Washington: Don’t clamp down on immigration. “The U.S. Congress is very tough on immigration,” Gates said today at the Transforming India through Technology forum in New Delhi, according to compilation of press reports on Microsoft’s MSN India portal. “But why not make an exception for smart people?”
US Goverment Rejects Call for Immigration Detention Rules 29 Jul 2009 8:50 AM (15 years ago)
The Obama administration has refused to make legally enforceable rules for immigration detention, rejecting a federal court petition by former detainees and their advocates and embracing a Bush-era inspection system that relies in part on private contractors.
U.S. Military Now Offers Path to U.S. Citizenship 27 Jul 2009 6:30 AM (15 years ago)
Stretched thin in Afghanistan and Iraq, the American military will begin recruiting skilled immigrants who are living in this country with temporary visas, offering them the chance to become United States citizens in as little as six months.
Mexican illegal immigration falls 60% in 1 year 23 Jul 2009 8:30 AM (15 years ago)
Apparently deterred by rising unemployment in the U.S., the number of Mexican immigrants who crossed the border in the past year dropped sharply to the lowest level in a decade, while undocumented workers already here are opting to stay.
No one wants to solve Illegal immigration 22 Jul 2009 5:00 AM (15 years ago)
Illegal immigration is one of those issues that we file under vexing. It vexes us. And part of our frustration lies in our conflicting attitudes over it. We’re told immigrants crossing our border illegally are coming here to work and make a better life for themselves.
U.S. Citizenship Through Military Service 20 Jul 2009 8:00 PM (15 years ago)
The American military will begin recruiting skilled immigrants who are living in this country with temporary visas, offering them the chance to become United States citizens in as little as six months.
Democrats play word games on immigration 14 Jul 2009 5:10 AM (15 years ago)
Senator Charles Schumer gave a remarkable speech on immigration. Preparing the way for the Obama administrations expected push for comprehensive reform, Schumer adopted a newer, tougher-sounding tone as he promised that a bill would be passed during this Congress.
White House: scale back immigration expectations 6 Jul 2009 5:30 PM (15 years ago)
Hours before President Obama was set to meet with members of Congress to discuss immigration reform, the presidents chief of staff sought to lower expectations about when that immigration reform might come to pass.
McCain to President Obama: Do not bow to labor unions on immigration 5 Jul 2009 12:00 PM (15 years ago)
President Obama told congressional lawmakers Thursday that he would push for an overhaul of the nations immigration system by early next year. But during the White House meeting, a new political obstacle came into view: how to regulate the influx of foreign workers.
President Obama: Congress to Take Up Immigration Overhaul 25 Jun 2009 6:00 AM (15 years ago)
On the eve of the White Houses long-delayed bipartisan meeting Thursday to kick off its drive to revamp U.S. immigration policy, lawmakers and interest groups weighed on what is needed in a comprehensive bill.
Obama administration gut immigration enforcement 23 Jun 2009 5:30 AM (15 years ago)
After a two-month review of worksite enforcement policies, the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency (ICE) issued new guidelines on April 30 for its agents in the field. The guidelines appear to reinforce the Obama administrations intent to gut immigration enforcement, especially when it comes to detaining and removing illegal aliens in the workplace.
Obama: citizen plan in danger 22 Jun 2009 5:30 AM (15 years ago)
Lawmakers will gather at the White House this week for a working session on immigration reform, a meeting that has been highly anticipated by Latino leaders eager for President Barack Obama to honor his campaign promise to put millions of undocumented workers on a "pathway to citizenship." But many Democrats believe they may not have the muscle to pass such a controversial measure - at least not immediately, and possibly not until after the 2010 midterm election.
Obama: immigration overhaul is essential 22 Jun 2009 5:30 AM (15 years ago)
President Barack Obama said Friday he is committed to a comprehensive immigration overhaul that includes a way for illegal immigrants to become U.S. citizens.
Bishops call for Congress to pass Amnesty bill by years end 19 Jun 2009 6:00 AM (15 years ago)
SAN ANTONIO: Cardinal Francis E. George of Chicago urged President Barack Obama and Congress to enact comprehensive immigration reform before the end of 2009.
Obtain a U.S. Green Card without any form of sponsorship 18 Jun 2009 12:50 PM (15 years ago)
One way in which SOME people can obtain a Green Card without any form of sponsorship is to participate in the Visa Lottery which is held each year. Between October 2 and December 2, 2009 the US State Department have in effect the 2009 Diversity Visa (DV2011) Lottery program. This is a lottery where applications from all over the world are received so that the applicants can be considered for a Green Card. Not everyone in the world is eligible. Only those from traditionally low visa requesting countries may apply. Not every who applies is selected and not everyone who is selected obtains a Green Card. The Visa Lottery has strict exclusions for some countries and specific requirements that must be fulfilled by the recipients.
Join the army and become a US citizen in 6 months 17 Jun 2009 5:30 PM (15 years ago)
For decades, high-skilled professionals from across the world, particularly India, have fought their way to US citizenship through legal immigration channels, a process that can take up to a decade or more. Now, Uncle Sam is making it easy. Fight your way, literally, to American citizenship in as little as six months.
Obtain a three year residence permit under the Danish Green Card scheme 16 Jun 2009 4:20 AM (15 years ago)
If you can score enough points based upon criteria such as age, education, language skills, and work experience, you can obtain a three year residence permit under the Danish Green Card scheme which will allow you to live in Denmark and find work.
US H-1B Visas still available due to the economic downturn 15 Jun 2009 9:00 AM (15 years ago)
Due to the economic downturn there are still H-1B visas available for the FY 2010 quota. Many employers simply cannot afford to employ overseas workers. In addition those companies that accept funding from the "troubled asset relief funding" are prohibited from employing foreign workers. The H-1B Visa is one of the best temporary visa categories for bringing in professional level staff with at least a bachelors degree. In many cases this is the only visa category available to employers to bring in professional level staff.
Can Senate Leader Reid find enough Votes to Pass Amnesty Immigration Reform 12 Jun 2009 5:30 AM (15 years ago)
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D. Nev.) says that even if a dozen Democratic senators decide not to back an immigration reform bill, he is "sure" the votes can come from Republicans. Reid who is becoming ever more vocal about this issue, said that he was willing to put "the Democratic Partys reputation on the line for immigration reform,".
Unemployed immigrants leaving Florida as more jobs going to Americans 9 Jun 2009 7:00 AM (15 years ago)
Jobs previously held by foreign-born workers are being snatched up by natives. Immigrant workers are leaving the state or returning to their home countries. And, for the first time since roughly 2004, the unemployment rate nationally among immigrant workers may be higher than for native workers.
Agriculture immigration reform wont happen this year in Congress 8 Jun 2009 8:00 AM (15 years ago)
Immigration reform to assure Washington agriculture a legal work force likely wont happen this year in Congress, state officials said Friday near the conclusion of a visit to the nations capital to meet with cabinet level agencies.
EUs version of the US Green Card system in the offing 29 May 2009 10:00 AM (15 years ago)
Inspired by the famous American green card scheme, the European Commission is considering introducing its own blue card; system to attract more qualified immigrants.
Immigration reform could emerge again in the fall 26 May 2009 5:00 AM (15 years ago)
Senate Democrats may be close to 60 votes on a measure that would represent the first step towards immigration reform under President Obama.
Obama reverses stance on immigration 11 May 2009 5:00 AM (15 years ago)
On the thorniest of political issues, President Obama has embraced the enforcement-first position on immigration that he criticized during last year's presidential campaign, and he now says he can't move forward with the type of comprehensive bill he wants until voters are convinced that the borders can be enforced.
Bank of America cancels visa-holders job offers 11 Mar 2009 7:15 PM (16 years ago)
Bank of America Corp. has been forced to withdraw job offers to a small number of foreign-born business students, the latest sign of the government's tightening hold on the banking industry.
A hiring bind for non-U.S. citizens and banks 10 Mar 2009 8:30 AM (16 years ago)
What could be worse than graduating from an American business school this year with an interest in banking.
Can Obama afford to ignore immigration 3 Mar 2009 5:30 AM (16 years ago)
In the 6,134-word speech, which briefly touched on Afghanistan and the Middle East, one crucial issue wasn't mentioned, immigration.
Results from the DV-2009 green card lottery 8 Oct 2008 9:19 AM (16 years ago)
The Kentucky Consular Center in Williamsburg, Kentucky has registered and notified the winners of the DV-2009 diversity lottery. The diversity lottery was conducted under the terms of section 203(c) of the Immigration and Nationality Act and makes available *50,000 permanent resident visas annually to persons from countries with low rates of immigration to the United States.