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SSN vs ITIN for Non-Residents: Who Qualifies and Why It Matters
Choose SSN if authorized to work; choose ITIN if you must file U.S. taxes but aren’t SSN-eligible. SSN processing is…
Understanding the SSA, SSN, and Employee Benefits in the U.S.
The SSA issues SSNs that link wages to retirement, disability, and survivor benefits and support immigration checks. F-1 students need…
Applying for an SSN as an F-1 Student or H-1B Worker
F-1 students (with CPT/OPT or on-campus jobs) and H-1B employees must apply in person with Form SS-5 and original documents.…
Trump Softens Notion of Talent Gap as H-1B Crackdown Tightens
The September 19, 2025 proclamation (effective September 21) adds a $100,000 fee for many new H-1B petitions and shifts selection…
Predictions: December 2025 Visa Bulletin Detailed Analysis
After conducting an in-depth analysis of the October 2025 and November 2025 Visa Bulletins, a critical pattern emerges which helps…
Despite Strong Credentials, Indians Face Sudden US Visa Refusals
In early 2025 Indian applicants experienced a spike in US visa refusals under Section 214(b), often after very short interviews.…
Kuwait’s E-Visa Lets Travelers Receive Approvals in Five Minutes
Kuwait’s new E-Visa platform issues some visas in five minutes via automated checks; standard approvals take 9–12 days. Applicants apply…
Russians Rail Against EU Visa Tightening as Multi-Entry Rules End
The EU announced on November 7, 2025 it will stop issuing multi-entry visas to Russian nationals, mandating fresh applications and…