The United States of America always featured atop on the preferred destination list among the citizens of Bangladesh. US is the biggest economy in the world and has an immigration system that by and large welcomes educated and talented immigrants. Bangladeshi immigrants have come to the United States in large numbers since the early 1970s to be among the fastest-growing ethnic groups since that decade. Over the years, the USA has been one of the best countries to live due to their health care, retirement schemes, excellent education system, and secure environment. Moreover, the large Bangladeshi community which already exists in has also attracted people in the masses to migrate to the USA.
There are many advantages of becoming a U.S. citizen and these are as follows:
U.S governments can provide the immigrants with Financial security and stability.
Ensures better employment opportunities which include higher salary and working in the government offices.
Immigrants get the privilege to vote during elections.
The United States has world schools, colleges, and universities which ensures the best educational opportunities at the same time scholarships are provided to the students.
Facility for enjoying a visa-free travel in most of the countries across the world
Provides the facility to sponsor green cards for the other relatives of the immigrants.
There are several types of Visa and Immigration process for the USA, which are as follows:
Non-immigrant Visas
Immigrant Visas
Non-immigrant visas:
This type of visa is for foreign nationals seeking to enter the United States on a temporary basis-for travel, medical care, job, temporary employment, research or other purposes.
Immigrant visas:
It gives the right to stay in the U.S permanently to the holders. An immigrant visa does not expire and allows the citizens to live, work, and study in the U.S or engage in any other activity It is a valid lifetime unless someone indulges in illegal acts and the visa can get revoked.
Immediate Relative and Family-Sponsored
Employer-Sponsored
Immediate Relative and Family Sponsored Visas:
This type of visa applies to those who have family in the U.S, if someone become engaged or married to a U.S citizen, then the applicant is eligible for this category of immigrant visas.
Spouse Visas:
These visas are given to the applicants who are legally married to a citizen of the U.S. There are two types of spouse visas:
Conditional Resident (CR-1) Visa
Immediate Relative (IR-1) Visa
IR-3, IH-3, IR-4, IH-4 Visa: Intercountry Adoption of Orphan Children by U.S Citizens
These categories of visas are intended to be used by U.S. residents who welcome children from countries other than the U.S.
F-1 visa:
This visa is given to unmarried sons and daughters of U.S citizens and their minor children.
F-2 visa:
This type of visa is for minor children, spouses, and unmarried children of those who have immigrant visas.
F2A - visa for children and spouses
F2B - visa for unmarried daughters and sons
Employment Sponsored Visa:
This type of visa is an employer-sponsored visas which allow its holders to work permanently within the U.S.
Eb-1 Visa: First Priority Workers
Eb-2 Visa: Professionals and Persons of Exceptional Ability
Eb-3, EW-3 Visas: Skilled and Unskilled Workers
Eb-4 Visa: Certain Special Immigrants
EB5 visa: Immigrant Investors
Employment Creation/Investors Visas:
o C-5 visa – It is for investors who build jobs outside the target areas
o T-5 visas – it is for investors who build jobs in specific rural or high unemployment areas
o R-5 visa – it is for investors who participate in an Investor Pilot Program
o I-5 visa- it is for investors who participate in an Investor Pilot Program
Merit-Based Immigration:
Merit-based citizenship means that the qualifications for receiving a U.S. Green Card will be based on other accomplishments that they have rather than on pure chance. This may include demographics, employment, career opportunities, etc.
Other Immigrant Visas:
Diversity Immigrant Visa (DV)
Returning Resident (SB)
Scope of work for United States Immigration Lawyers:
An immigration lawyer for the United States can ensure a successful visa application as the process could be complicated and time-consuming. An immigration lawyer who is an expert in this matter can take better responsibility for visa application for the USA.
An immigration lawyer can explain in simple and easy language different types of visa process. As there are different Visa types, applying for the right one could be challenging and difficult to understand. Also, the applicant must meet certain criteria before applying. An attorney can assist with determining the criteria and depending on that can provide advice for a suitable visa. A lawyer can pinpoint exactly which of USA’s visas match the applicant’s unique background and through consultations and meetings, he can assist the applicant.
Many people think that hiring an immigration lawyer could be expensive, but immigration law and process is long and complex, that avoiding mistakes can save more money and time. An immigration attorney can also lessen the chance of a visa denial or removal from the USA and reduce visa processing time.
A USA immigration lawyer can assist in filing the petition with the USCIS. It is an agency that administers the country’s naturalization and immigration system.
Fulfilling the criteria of the USA Immigration Application includes following all instructions, completing all forms correctly, paying all fees and submitting all qualifications. The lawyer can assist in the collection of supporting documents, including passport, photographs, bank statements, police clearance and certificates for work experience, education, birth, marriage, etc. Upon collecting the documents, the lawyer will review and apply for the USA Immigration.
The USA immigration lawyer can identify potential problems in one’s application, and advise on the best option and give effective immigration law solutions to the clients. An attorney can review the application and find the loopholes. They can also constantly keep whereabouts and the results of the application.
For USA immigration, If the applicant is required to attend an interview. the attorney can prepare him for the interview thoroughly by providing all relevant information which includes probable question and answer.
In the event of a refusal of any Non-Immigrant or Immigrant visa, an attorney can assist the applicant to file review or appeal with the US Embassy, Immigration Court or Tribunal. An attorney can prepare valuable drafts, documentation, ground of review and can represent the applicant if necessary.