If you’re an H1B visa holder living in the U.S. and your parents are visiting on a B1/B2 tourist visa, taking them on a Carnival Cruise from the USA to Mexico is one of the easiest and most enjoyable vacations you can plan. The best part? No extra visas are needed — your parents’ valid U.S. tourist visa works perfectly, and as long as your H1B visa is still valid, you’re good to go too.

Green card priority dates can be confusing, especially when deciding between Adjustment of Status in the U.S. and NVC Consular Processing abroad. This blog explains the difference between the Date of Filing and Final Action Date, how the October 2025 Visa Bulletin impacted applicants, and why AOS filers may benefit from early filing with work and travel permits, while NVC applicants must wait until the Final Action Date is current.

The h1b 100k executive order caused chaos as many believed H1B holders would owe $100,000 annually or just to re-enter the U.S. Panic spread, with skyrocketing flight prices and misinformation on social media. But official statements from the White House, USCIS, and CBP clarified the truth: the fee is a one-time charge, applying only to new petitions in the next lottery cycle. Current holders and renewals are not affected.

If you’ve been following the EB1 India priority dates, you already know the frustration — there hasn’t been any real movement for almost a year now. The last big shift we saw was in the October 2024 Visa Bulletin, when the Dates for Filing moved to Apr 15, 2022, and the Final Action Date advanced to Feb 1, 2022. Before that, the last time EB1 India was current was way back in the December 2022 Visa Bulletin due to COVID spillover.

If you're India-born and applying for an EB1 green card in 2025, the wait could be 15+ years. Here's why EB1 India priority dates are barely moving.

Got selected in the H-1B lottery, but your original project changed? Wondering if your petition can still be filed? Learn what happens when roles shift after lottery selection, how employers handle such changes, and what your options are if your assignment is relocated or delayed. Understand the next steps before the filing window closes.

Let’s be real—healthcare in the U.S. is crazy expensive. A single ER visit can set you back thousands of dollars. Unlike in India, you don’t just walk into a hospital and pay a few hundred rupees. Even basic treatment can feel like you’re being billed in gold.

Getting a U.S. Green Card is a dream for many, but the process isn't the same for everyone. Some paths are quick and straightforward..

H-1B Dropbox rule changes in 2025! The 48-month rule is now 12 months. Plan ahead to avoid delays. Here's my experience & tips!

The National Interest Waiver (NIW) is a subcategory of the EB-2 employment-based green card. It allows applicants to self-petition for a GC.

Currently, the average processing time for Form I-765 across all USCIS service centers, including all categories, is 6.5 months for 80%..

The C09 EAD category is for individuals who have applied for adjustment of status (Form I-485) to become a lawful permanent resident...

This page shows the current processing time for Form I-129 at various USCIS centers (without premium processing). This data is updated daily

The H-1B lottery process begins with an online registration which is done by the employer (that's where an employee needs sponsorship).

This page presents the current I-140 processing times for EB1a, EB1b, EB1c, EB2, EB3, and other employment-based immigration categories...

This page shows the current USCIS processing time for Form I-539 which is used for an extension of status or stay. This data is frequently..

This page offers the latest updates on the current waiting times for US visa appointments in India, directly sourced from the Travel State..

In this blog, I'll go over typical B1/B2 visa interview questions and provide easy-to-understand answers to help Indian parents...

There is no premium processing service available for the H4 EAD, I-765 application. However, you can submit an Expedite Request.

Steps for filing a B1/B2 visitor visa for parents (India) if you are on a J1, L1, or H1B visa - with documents checklist...