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Top 10 Study Abroad Tips for International Students

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Studying abroad during college was my best experience. I was able to live in Paris and attend a university there as an exchange student. Those are some of my favorite memories! This post is about my best suggestions and advice for college students who are planning to study abroad soon. These are some of the biggest mistakes I made, some things I did right, and other useful tips for your study abroad! 1. Plan to study abroad as soon as possible At the end of the new year, I decided that I wanted to study abroad during the spring semester of my second year. I immediately started planning. Over the summer, I found the program I wanted to do and researched all its details. I went ahead and booked my flight and also lined up an apartment found on Airbnb. Then once school started back in the fall, I applied for my program and was accepted. Finally, I received the student visa I needed in the months before my departure and turned down some other details, such as registration for classes. Plan...

How to Convert Your H1B Visa Status to F1 Visa

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Want to Study in US : Visas are able to decide the fate of many people hoping to enter the United States. While there are various types of visas ranging from H4 and other dependent visas to J1 or F1 student visas, L1 exchange work visas and others, H1b seems to be the most attractive. An H1B visa can help you get a much-needed high-paying job. While this visa may seem like a joy forever, it is not the end of the story. This is because the recent change in its eligibility has made the situation more difficult. But giving up is not an option. You can still follow the visa status change from H1B to F1 student visa. In this article, we will take a closer look at each of these conditions, and how you can change the status of your visa from H1B to F1. H1B Visa and F1 Visa Before we delve deeper into the details and understand the specifics involved in changing the visa status, let's first learn more about each of these visas. What is an H1B Visa? H1B visas are covered under the Immigrati...

The H-1B Visa: Facts, Requirements, Processes

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The US H-1B visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows US companies to temporarily hire foreign employees, especially in businesses. A specialized occupation requires specialized knowledge and a bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in areas such as information technology (IT), finance, accounting, architecture, engineering, mathematics, science, medicine, etc. How does an H1B Visa Work? The H1B visa is a work visa, for which the applicant must be sponsored by a US employer to apply. Therefore, someone who wants to enter the US via an H1B visa needs to get employment from a US employer who is ready to sponsor you in the US. Benefits under H1B Visa A successful H1B application, visa stamp, and work permit allow skilled individuals to: Get a social security number Apply for state ID or driving license · open a bank account Buy or rent a car Rent or own property How long is an H1B visa good for?   A worker with an H-1B visa can stay in the US for six years. It is initially for...

Top 5 Facts for Students on F1 Visa in the U.S.

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Want to Study in US : The F1 visa category is reserved for students enrolled in colleges, universities, high schools, language training programs, and other educational institutions. The first step for a prospective student is being accepted for enrollment in an established school (university/college) that is SEVP certified. We have made a list of the most common questions for international students on rules and regulations regarding F1 student visas: Requirements for F1 Student Visa: You must attend an educational institution or language-training program; You must be enrolled as a full-time student; The school must be approved by the USICE (US Immigration and Customs Enforcement) to accept foreign students; You should show sufficient financial support to complete the study; You have to prove that you do not intend to leave your foreign residence Can you travel outside the US? Yes. You can return to the US after an absence of more than five months. If your original one has expired then ...