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  • EB-1C Green Card for Multinational Executives and Managers

    For multinational companies looking to transfer executives and managers to the United States permanently, the EB-1C visa offers a streamlined path to a green card. This first-preference employment-based category allows qualified individuals to work in the U.S. in a managerial or executive capacity without needing to go through the labor certification (PERM) process. What is…

  • A magnifying glass looking at a map of the USA to find the British Expats in the U.S.

    Where British Expats & Immigrants Live in the U.S.

    Around 700,000 Brits have made the USA their home, with 25% calling the East Coast, especially New York, their turf. From finance in NYC to tech in San Francisco, Brits are blending in. Want to bump into a Brit? Head to Portsmouth, Virginia, where nearly 5% of the small population dons a British identity!

  • U.S. Visas That Don’t Require an Employer to Sponsor You

    One of the major hurdles to achieving your American Dream through an employment-based route is usually the need to find a U.S. employer who can sponsor (or “petition”) you. But here’s the good news: not all visas require the benevolence of a corporate overlord. Some U.S. visas actually allow either for ‘self-petitioning’, or will permit…

  • Taking Time Off Work in the U.S.: PTO vs. Vacation vs. Sick Time

    I love my job, but how do I ask my boss for time off in the U.S.? Many Americans are known to be workaholics, at least comparatively speaking. Still, even the hardest workers need a break every now and again. However, time off in the U.S. doesn’t work quite the same as it does at…

  • Navigating the PERM Process: How to Get a Green Card to Live in the U.S. Permanently

    While there are certainly green card options that do not require the involvement of a U.S. employer—which we’ve written about here—the most common pathway to the U.S. is unfortunately also one of the most long-winded routes. We’ll try not to drown you in legalese here, but be aware that the PERM process we’ve described below…

  • cat in a suitcase on its way from the UK to the U.S.

    How to Bring Your Cat from the UK to the U.S.

    Yes, you can bring your cat to the U.S. with minimal requirements from the CDC. Your cat should appear healthy and may need a health certificate and examination by a licensed vet. Vaccination is recommended, and some airlines may request a health certificate. State-specific requirements may apply. Pets can travel from most UK airports to…