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While the US green card allows you to travel in Europe however depending on your nationality you need to apply for a Schengen visa. This is because a green card alone does not offer permission to travel visa-free to most countries in Europe.
The validity period of a green card is 10 years. However, if you have conditional permanent resident status, then the validity period of it is 2 years. With this, it is advisable to renew the green card before 6 months of its expiry.
There is no limit fix to the number of times a person can renew his/her green card. However, every time you renew the green card you need to pay a filing fee.
Yes, having a green card by your side is worth it. It provides you with better job opportunities than on a work visa. For example, being a green card holder you can apply for jobs that include government work or security clearances. In addition as a candidate, you can also engage in the political process.
No, the USCIS online account number is only used for the cases filed in the US. Applicants who have filed cases outside the country should communicate with the right US consulate or embassy for guidance.
No, the USCIS online account number and receipt number are not the same. The account number is assigned when an applicant creates an online account with the USCIS. With this, the receipt number is given when an individual files a petition or application. In addition, it is used to track the status of the specific petition or application while the account number is used to avail of USCIS online services.
No, the USCIS online account number and the Alien registration number (A-number) are not the same. The A-number is given by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to non-citizens. However, the USCIS account number is provided to the individuals who create an account on the USCIS website to avail of online services.
No, it is not vital to have an online USCIS account to submit an immigration application. However, creating an account on the site can make the application process easier and give access to more USCIS services.
Yes, you can check the status of your immigration application without creating an online USCIS account. To do so you can use your USCIS receipt number. Through this, you can track your application online by mail or by phone.
To check your USCIS status online first visit the USCIS website and log into your account. From there navigate to your cases. In addition, you can also use the receipt number available on the USCIS case status page to check the status.
Yes, investing in the National Pension Scheme is a good option for NRIs. It provides higher returns and assists them in saving some taxes which makes it the right investment plan after their retirement.
80CCD 1B is a special tax benefit offered to NRIs in India. It allows savings of up to Rs 50000 tax when contributing to the NPS for NRI.
Well, it depends on the investment goals and risk tolerance of the person. If the individual gives priority to guaranteed, low-risk returns then PPF is a good option. However, if he/she is comfortable with fluctuations in the market for higher returns, then NPS is a better choice as it provides market-linked returns with flexibility in the allocation of assets.
The NPS scheme holds drawbacks like no withdrawal till maturity, not as tax-efficient upon maturity, lock-in period, partial exemption of tax, and limited exposure of equity.
The amount you invested in buying of Annuity is free from tax. However, the annuity income that you get in the subsequent years is not tax-free. You receive tax benefits when you withdraw up to 60% of the total corpus in a lump sum.
If the corpus is less than or equal to Rs 500000 then you are allowed to do lump sum withdrawal. However, if the amount is more than Rs 500000 then 60% is paid as a lump sum, and 40% of the accumulated pension is used to buy an annuity.
You need to Visit the US consulate’s website to check your Visa status. You have to enter your application ID, passport, and your tracking number.
No, the fee you paid for Visa is an application fee, which is taken for processing the application. Your application has been processed completely and then it is rejected which is the reason it is non-refundable.
No, Visa just allows you to port to the US land, whether it be an airport or any other medium. After reaching the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) immigration inspector allows or denies your entry in US. They can even send you back if they are not satisfied.
In case your Visa is damaged, you need to re-issue for your new Visa. You can apply for this in the US embassy only.
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