What is the USCIS processing times tool?
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Service (USCIS) is undergoing many modernizations. One of their top priorities is to speed up the processing time for applicants. The expected processing times for all procedures can now be viewed online to make them more transparent. It is in our best interest to speed up all of the […]
What is a biometric passport, and how does it work?
The biometric passport (ePassport, digital passport) is similar to a traditional passport. It contains basic personal information and an embedded electronic microprocessor chip, which stores the biometric data of its owner. Additional biometric information Identification number Fingerprints Full name Photo was taken using biometrics Gender The Iris pattern is used in certain countries Date of […]
U.S. Consulate Interview Appointment Wait Time
Interviews at the U.S. consulate can take up to three weeks depending on which visa category they apply for, where the consulate is located, and what season. Below are some circumstances that could delay scheduling interviews for visa applicants. Also, the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the current scheduling situation. Request an interview at the U.S. […]
U.S. Entry Restrictions
The U.S. government took increasing measures to stop the spread of coronavirus in the country and protect the U.S. labor market. It imposed a ban on entry to the United States starting January 31, 2020, and ending November 7, 2021. The U.S. has relaxed entry requirements since November 8, 2021, and travel for many countries […]
Public Charge Rule
The U.S. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has ended the Public Charge Rule implemented by the Trump administration in August 2019. Below is a report about the current state of affairs and its consequences for visa applicants. Elimination of Public Charge U.S. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has ended the enforcement of […]
No longer is testing required for entry into the USA
There is slowly more freedom to travel after more than two years of COVID-19-related restrictions that impacted the daily lives of many people around the globe. What should you expect for your next trip to America? No longer are you required to provide proof of testing and a certificate of recovery. The U.S. lifted almost […]
Green Card lottery registration period
In its annual “diversity Visa lottery,” the U.S. government offers 55,000 permanent residence permits (=Green Cards) to eligible applicants. The U.S. Department of State announces the date of online registration each year and the date that the Green Card winners will become available. We will describe the participation rules and the Green Card lottery registration […]
COVID-19 and Quarantine rules when entering US
We are often asked questions regarding the U.S. travel restrictions and the COVID-19 regulations which apply to entry to the United States. This page provides general information about quarantine in the United States and refers to all current COVID-19/quarantine regulations for the U.S. General information about U.S. entry and quarantine Travel to the U.S. has […]
Consular emergency appointment
Travel plans may be quickly canceled if interview appointments at U.S. consulates are unavailable. The U.S. consulates may be able to provide emergency appointments. They are granted only for legitimate emergencies. We can help you arrange an urgent appointment. We are available to assist you at all times. What are the reasons to make an […]
All US airports now use facial recognition software
The U.S. Border Patrol has implemented facial recognition software at all U.S. international airports. We explain below what travelers can expect when they enter the U.S. in the future. Software update provides increased security. CBP announced that all U.S. airports had been equipped with biometric facial matching technology. The border agency has provided 160 international […]