Study in the United States
A general F-1 academic-study journey. Program rules and individual circumstances may change the sequence.
View journeyImmigration journey maps
See the usual stages, important decision points and official resources for each path.
Temporary employment
A general employer-sponsored temporary-work journey. The applicable visa category controls the details.
View journeyEmployment-based green card
A general overview of the immigrant petition and final permanent-residence stages.
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A general family-petition journey with separate adjustment and consular branches.
View journeyImmigrant visa through a consulate
The general Department of State process after an immigrant petition is approved.
View journeyNaturalization
A general overview of the application, interview and oath process.
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