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Visa & Immigration Process Flashcards

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  1. What is the 'visa bulletin' published monthly by the Department of State?

    Answer: A monthly report showing which priority dates are current and eligible for visa issuance

    The Visa Bulletin shows the cutoff priority dates for each immigrant visa preference category, updated monthly.

  2. Which form is used to petition for an alien relative (immediate relative or family preference)?

    Answer: Form I-130

    Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, is filed by a U.S. citizen or LPR to establish a qualifying family relationship.

  3. What is the purpose of Form I-864, Affidavit of Support?

    Answer: To demonstrate a sponsor's financial ability to support an intending immigrant so they do not become a public charge

    Form I-864 is a legally enforceable contract where the sponsor agrees to support the intending immigrant above 125% of the federal poverty guideline.

  4. A TN visa under the USMCA (formerly NAFTA) is available to nationals of which countries?

    Answer: Canada and Mexico only

    TN status is only available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in pre-approved professional occupations under the USMCA.

  5. What is 'portability' under AC21 (American Competitiveness in the 21st Century Act)?

    Answer: The ability of an I-485 applicant pending for 180+ days to change jobs or employers in the same or similar occupational classification

    AC21 portability allows an I-485 applicant to change jobs after 180 days of pendency if the new job is in the same or similar SOC classification.

  6. Which visa category is designated for victims of certain crimes who have suffered abuse and are helpful to law enforcement?

    Answer: U visa

    The U nonimmigrant visa is for victims of qualifying criminal activity who have suffered abuse and are cooperating with law enforcement.

  7. When can a lawful permanent resident (LPR) apply for naturalization based on marriage to a U.S. citizen?

    Answer: After 3 years of continuous residence as an LPR while married to and living with the U.S. citizen spouse

    LPRs married to and living with a U.S. citizen may naturalize after 3 years of continuous residence, rather than the standard 5 years.