Why USA?
The United States of America is a country with a multicultural society, which lies in the central North America between Mexico and Canada. America’s openness to immigration has enriched its culture and expanded economic opportunity enhancing its influence in the world. Discovered by Christopher Columbus, the first known usage of the name “America” traces back to 1507, after its appearance on a world map in honor of the Italian explorer Amerigo Vespucci. The United States of America (USA) consists of 50 states, a federal district, five major self-governing territories, and other possessions. It is a vibrant country with a stable economy; and preferred choice of many immigrants; comparatively the average income is more than any Middle Eastern parts. It ranks 4th largest in the world by land area approximately 3.8 million square miles (9.8 million km2) and among the highest GDP, making it most suitable for immigration.
It is often referred to as “The land of the Free” giving the Americans a right to express themselves freely in print and speech. They can travel the world quite freely thus can take pride in themselves with the fact that they have one of the world’s best passports. The U.S. citizens can travel to 116 countries without a visa requirement and get a visa on arrival in additional 44 countries. Some of the biggest cities are – New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, Phoenix, Philadelphia, San Antonio, San Diego, Dallas and San Jose.
During mid-2016, the unemployment rate stood at 4.9%, which is the lowest to be considered. Thus, America is still one of the best countries to migrate to in the world with one fifth of all global migrants heading annually. The United States offers the best quality of life. Perhaps, people settle well in their new communities because of the existence of a diverse mix of cultures, sports and art forms. The education system prevails with 87% of school-age children attending government schools, about 10% attending private schools, and hardly 3% are home-schooled.
It has been the leader in technological innovations since the late 19th century, not only it has made a mark in scientific research contributions but also in computer software and hardware companies that include Adobe Systems, Apple Inc., IBM, Microsoft, and Sun Microsystems thus attracting people from all domains and generating a world class economy. Immigrants continue to integrate successfully into American society. The country opens opportunities for pupils holding advanced degrees, thus offers good education for everyone. Apparently, Cosmos helps you by extending support and plays a major role in helping with applications and immigration services.
Visa Categories
Employment based green card
You are likely to get a Green card from the U.S., which allows you for a permanent residence in the United States and many other provisional benefits availed by the U.S. citizens.
Student Visa
The United States of America welcomes international students on a study visa for pursuing various courses and participating in an exchange program, one can use a non-immigrant visa which is for a temporary stay.
Visit Visa
The United States of America receives many visitors all over the world, the purpose of visit may vary. It’s a splendid multicultural nation with a blend of art depicting diverse history of States, advancements in science and technology and vivid landscapes.
Immigrant Visa
Issued to people who are planning to migrate to the USA from Bahrain under immigrant investor schemes. The visa holder is privileged to stay in the US without returning back to their home country, unlike the non-immigrant visa. It allows one to work, study and avail all the rights and facilities.
The main types are: 1. Family Sponsored 2. Employment sponsored
Family Sponsored
✔ IR-1,CR-1 VISA: US spouse Visa
✔ K-1Visa: Fiancé visa
✔ K-2 : Children of K-1 visa holders
✔ K-3 : Spouse of green card holder
✔ K-4: children of K-3 visa holders
✔ IR-3, CR-2, IR-4, IH-4: Adopted orphans by US citizens
✔ F2A, F2B: Family members of legal permanent residents
Employment Sponsored
✔ Eb-1: First Priority workers
✔ Eb-2 Second Priority workers
✔ Eb-3 EW: Third priority workers
✔ Eb- 4: Fourth Priority workers- certain special immigrants
✔ EB5: fifth priority workers
Non-immigrant Visa
Issued for temporary visits to study, tourism, business, employment and family for a US visit visa from Bahrain. One has to return back to the home country once the purpose is completed.
✔ A Visa diplomats and foreign government officials
✔ B-1 Temporary Business visa
✔ BCC – Border crossing card
✔ CW -1 visa CNM Work visa
✔ E visa, E1 treaty trader E2 Treaty investor
✔ F and M Student visa USA
✔ H1B visa for employees into highly specialized fields
✔ H2A visa for agricultural workers
✔ H3 Visa for training opportunities
✔ J visa for exchange visitors
✔ O visa for people with extraordinary abilities
✔ Q visa for cultural exchange program
✔ T visa for victims of human trafficking
✔ V visa for family unity
✔ A2 NATO 1-6 Visa
✔ B-2 American tourist visa
✔ C visa- Transit Visa
✔ D visa for crew members
✔ E3 visa work visa for Australian nationals
✔ G1-G5 NATO Visa
✔ H1B1 Visa for Chile and Singapore nationals
✔ H2B visa for temporary non- agricultural workers
✔ I visa for journalists
✔ L intracompany transfer visa
✔ P visa for athletes, artists and entertainers
✔ R visa for religious workers
✔ TN/TD visa for Mexican and Canadian citizens who work in NAFTA
✔ U visa for crime victims
Green Card
✔ The Green Card is a document which allows one to settle permanently to the US and stay there. With the Green Card it is possible to move and stay in any state and find jobs with a suitable income.
✔ Additionally, there is a benefit to travel in and out of the US. However one is not allowed to stay outside of the US for more than one year, otherwise the Green Card expires and re-application process for green card has to be initiated.
Apparently there are four categories of Green card, depending upon the situation:
Family sponsored Green Cards – This Green Card is issued to you if you have close family ties in the US and you are thinking of reunion. This type of Green Card is given only to immediate family, such as spouses, children, siblings, or parents of a US citizen or a US permanent resident.
US Employment based Green Card – This Green Card is given to you if you have applied for a job in the US from your home country. Your employer will pay for the forms and application procedure and your stay in the US. With an employment-sponsored Green Card you are confined to work for that company until your contract expires. For changing the company a specific tenure has to be completed before finding a different job with a different employer.
Returning resident Green Card – This Green Card is for those who previously had a Green Card but no longer exists due to travelling outside of the US and not returning back for more than one year. Reasons beyond your control are if you have been detained in another country or are not being allowed to come back for family or cultural reasons. In this case proper documents are to be submitted.
Diversity Visa Green Card – every year the US holds a visa lottery for citizens of countries with low immigration rates to the US. If you apply for this lottery and get a diversity visa, then you are on your way to getting a Green Card.
Benefits of Migrating to USA
✔ Work and Earn in dollars with worker’s rights
✔ Be a privileged travel with powerful passport
✔ Apply for Green card for relatives
✔ Gain a right to vote
✔ Fiancé and Spouse Visas
✔ Avail Citizenship
✔ Gain full access to government programs
✔ Government Jobs
✔ Opportunity to serve in U.S. military
✔ Employer-Sponsored Visas.
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FAQs
Being a resident of Bahrain do I need a visa to travel to the USA?
What are the general visa documents required for USA visitor visa application?
✔ Confirmation page of completed DS-160 form.
✔ Your Valid Passport. It must be valid for at least 6 months more. In addition, it must also have at least one blank page to affix the visa sticker on it.
✔ A recent US Visa photograph. The sized should be of 5 x 5 cm size, and taken recently within the last 6 months. If you have uploaded the photo to the DS-160 application form, then there is no requirement of submitting an additional photo.
✔ US Visa Appointment confirmation (if applicable).
✔ Receipts of paid application fee for visa
✔ Previous US visas (if applicable).
✔ Proof of criminal record, basically a police certificate, known as ACRO, which one should obtain from the respective authorities.
✔ If you have ever been rejected from entering or deported from the US, you must also submit documents in regards to the reasons behind the deportation/rejection.
What is DS-160?
What all documents you should have while you complete your DS-160?
✔ Travel itinerary, if you have already made travel arrangements.
✔ Dates of your last five visits or trips to the United States, if you have previously travelled to the United States. It might also be asked for your international travel history in recent five years.
✔ Resume or Curriculum Vitae - You may be required to provide information about your current and previous education and work history.
✔ Other Information - Some applicants, who are dependent on the intended purpose of travel, will be asked for additional information while completing the DS-160.
What is an I-20 and how do i get it?
What additional documents some applicants will need to have completing the DS-160?
Petition-based Temporary Workers (H-1B, H-2, H-3, CW1, L, O, P, R, E2C- You should have a copy of your I-129 available when completing the DS-160.
Other (Temporary) Workers: You will be asked for information about your past employer, including the address, contact details etc., while completing your DS-160.
What are the documents required for a US tourist visa?
✔ Cover letter. Explaining the purpose of your trip.
✔ Financial or bank statements to prove you have enough finances to stay in the US.
✔ Proof of personal details. These documents could be proof you have a family, job contract, lease, or property deed in Dubai, to which you will return once the purpose is completed.
✔ (Optional) US visa invitation letter from friends or family in the US.
✔ If you are a student, bring your transcripts or diploma.
✔ In case you are employed you need:
a letter from your employer
Last three months’ pay slips.
✔ Photocopies of your relative's status in the US. Required if you are visiting family or friends that live in the US.
✔ Medical report. Required if you are visiting for medical purposes.
Is it necessary for me to attend the visa interview?
How long does it take for the processing of a US visa from Bahrain?
What can be done in case of visa Denial?
What is Merit Based Immigration to the US from Bahrain?
In the U.S, the proposed bill is called the Reforming American Immigration for Strong Employment Act or the RAISE Act. This RAISE Act point system will assign each applicant a certain number of points based on their qualifications.
Health Insurance Coverage for Immigrants in the United States?
Which are the possible countries to visit holding a green card?
What are the similarities between a Green Card and a Visa?
✔ Green Card holders and most Visa holders (except for those entering the US under purposes as tourism, health treatment, training etc.) are allowed to work in the US.
✔ If being found guilty of committing crimes the green card or visa would be revoked and the foreigner would be deported.
✔ They are not allowed to vote.
What is the Validity of Green Card?
How to Apply for a Green Card?
Have a sponsor petition for you
Your sponsor must apply for a petition on your behalf - a family member or employer. The form for family-sponsored petitions is Form I-130, while the form for employment-based petitions is Form I-140. The petition must be filed with the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the fees for US employment based Green Card must be paid.
Receive the NVC Package
If the petition is approved, the National Visa Centre (NVC) will send you a package – USCIS will go through the petition and will decide whether you qualify. Once approved, your documents will go to the (NVC), which will send you a package to your country of residence. The package will have all the instructions and forms which you should fill out for application. NVC will not be sending this package until your priority date is current.
Apply for a visa at the US embassy
You must apply for the visa at a US Embassy – following the instructions from the NVC package, you will pay all necessary application fees and apply at a US Embassy in your country of residence. You will have to submit supporting documents as well as have your visa interview.
Travel to the US
If your visa is approved, you must travel to the US with your arrival package –the US Embassy will give you an arrival package. You are not allowed to open the arrival package but must carry it with you when you first travel to the US. Only a US immigration official is allowed to open it and decide whether you are allowed to enter the US or not. Remember that even if you have a visa, it does not guarantee that you will be allowed to enter the US. The immigration officials in the US at any port of entry have the authority to decide.
Once in the US, you have to file a Form I-485 application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status to USCIS. This form will get you the permanent residence card. After USCIS processes your request for one to four weeks, you will receive your Green Card in the mail.
After I have my visa, will I be able to enter the U.S.?
My visa was damaged, what should I do?
I want to book my travel in advance as possible. When should I book my travel tickets?
What information do I need to provide about social media while filling the DS-160 form?
My passport is damaged or expiring soon, but I want to apply for a U.S. visa. What should I do?
✔ The passport expires in less than 6 months after you enter the United States.
✔ The film on the biographic data pages of your passport is peeling,
✔ Your passport is torn, damaged, mutilated or has been washed or laundered etc.
Do i qualify for a Visa Waiver Program (VWP)?
Do all non-immigrant visa applicants have to visit the Embassy for an Interview?
✔ Applicants who are renewing their visa may be eligible for the Interview Waiver.
✔ Applicants for A1, A2 (official traveller), C2, C3 (central government officials for transit) or G1, G2, G3, G4 (central government officials traveling for an international organization, or employees of an international organization)
✔ Children under the age of 14 years of age at the date of the initial visa interview and if both parents have a valid non-immigrant visa.
✔ Applicants over 80.
My passport has expired, but the U.S. visa form Bahrain is still valid. Do I still need to apply for a new visa?
What is Section 214(b)?
'Every alien shall be presumed to be an immigrant until he establishes to the satisfaction of the consular officer, at the time of application for admission, that he is entitled to a non-immigrant status.'
The consular officers have a tough job for deciding in a very short time whether someone is qualified to receive a temporary visa. Most cases are decided on the basis of a brief interview and review of whatever evidence of ties an applicant presents. To qualify for a US visitor Visa or student visa, an applicant must meet the requirements of the INA. Failure to do so will result in the refusal of a visa under INA 214(b). The basis for such refusal is the concern that the prospective visitor or student shall have a residence abroad and he/she has no intention of abandoning. Applicants must prove the existence of such residence by showing that they have ties abroad that would compel them to leave the United States at the end of the temporary stay.
How can an applicant prove "strong ties?"
U.S. consular officers are aware of this diversity. During the visa interview they look at each application individually and consider professional, social, cultural and other parameters. In cases of younger applicants, consular officers may look at the applicant’s intentions, family situations, and prospects within his or her country of residence. Each case is thus examined meticulously and is in accorded with every consideration under the law.
Is a denial under section 214(b) permanent?
An applicant refused under Section 214(b) should review carefully their situation and evaluate their ties. They may write a note down regarding the qualifying ties they have which may not have been evaluated at the time of the interview with the consular officer. Also, if it has been refused, they should review what documents were submitted for consideration in the first place. Applicants refused visas under section 214(b) may reapply for a visa. When they do, they will have to show evidence of their ties or how their circumstances have changed since the original application. It may help to answer the questions before reapplying: (1) Did I explain my situation in a genuine way? (2) Did the consular officer overlook something? (3) Is there any additional information that I can present to secure strong ties abroad.
What is petition?
How long can I stay in the United States on a tourist or business visa?
If one prefers a combination of dynamic career opportunities with eminent facilities and a balanced work life, the USA should be your place. Extremely multicultural and welcoming country due to various authenticities yet no problem in communication as the basic language is English with Spanish language spoken in the USA. Thus, the USA is the best destination for migration.
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