Most people are aware that having a U.S. relative gives one a basis for immigrating to the United States. However there are various categories of family-based immigration and each falls into an order, which Congress has determined is preferred for immigration. There are four categories under which an individual can obtain permanent residency through relatives.

Yes. At the time of application, you must be a citizen of the United States or its territiories or have permanent resident status. If selected as a finalist, proof of citizenship will be required within ten days. See similar questions...

There are two levels of investment at which a foreign national will qualify to petition for permanent residency. In the first, a foreign national must invest $1,000,000 in a new or commercial enterprise that will benefit the U.S. economy and create at least ten full-time employment positions for lawful U.S. workers (excluding the immediate family member of the investor). See similar questions...

Yes! For the first time, there will be an opportunity for a foreign student (either in the US or abroad) to take part in the REU program. The position is in the field of solar astronomy and will be directed by Dr. Ilia Roussev. The application process is the same in all other respects. See similar questions...

No. You may apply only if you are at an institution in the United States or its territories. For the type of eligible domestic institutions, please see the RFA. (See RFA Section III.1.A, Eligible Institutions.) See similar questions...

If you expect to gain Australian permanent residency or New Zealand citizenship on or before the 31 March 2008, you are not permitted to enrol in UNSW Medicine as an international student. Please discuss your application with staff in the Office of the Dean on (+61 2) 9385 8765. See similar questions...

Yes, firstly a temporary visitors permit is issued by completing a form and including 4 passport sized photographs. Full permanent residency is granted after 5 years. Back to Top See similar questions...

Yes. If you have permanent resident status from INS, or you are a non-citizen who serves on active duty in the U.S. armed forces, you may establish residency for tuition purposes by meeting all residency requirements. You may not establish residency if you are not a U.S. citizen and attend UNM on a visa. Yes. State regulations require that you complete all requirements for residency before the first day of classes. See similar questions...

Marriage to a U.S. citizen is often considered to be the fastest way to obtain permanent residency. However, the INS looks closely at these petitions to see if the marriage can be considered bona fide or if it has been entered into for the purposes of getting a green card. If the latter is found the immigration petition is denied and the non-U.S. spouse will be required to leave the country immediately. Fortunately, by far the greater number of spousal petitions are approved. See similar questions...

No. International students and domestic students are evaluated for admissions according to the same criteria. See similar questions...

No. Trinity College Foundation Studies does not accept Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents or New Zealand citizens. See similar questions...

Answer: Yes, you can apply to the Master’s or Advanced Certificate programs. You cannot apply as a non-matriculated student unless you hold certain type of visa status. Contact Office of Student Services for additional information (631-444-2111). See similar questions...

Students wanting to apply for permanent residency under the overseas student category are eligible to earn 5 extra points for studying in Adelaide (as it is deemed a regional area designated city). This is in addition to the points students can claim for having completed their Australian qualification of at least 2 years study. See similar questions...

Sorry, you must be a US Citizen or permanent US resident to apply to the program. Individuals on temporary or student visas are not eligible to participate in the MIRT Program. See similar questions...

You can apply for many postdoctoral positions which do not usually require a U.S. citizenship or permanent residency. However, some positions that are funded by U.S. government may require U.S. citizenship or permanent resident. Please read the requirements carefully and contact the employer for clarification. See similar questions...

Students who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents (international students) may apply. However, only Princeton University and Yale University will offer College Match scholarships to international students. Most of our partner colleges use federal and state funds to finance a portion of the scholarships and these funds are only available for U.S. citizens and permanent residents. Although non-U.S. See similar questions...

All students and graduates must apply to our program via the ERAS online system. Click on this ERAS home page link to go directly the ERAS site. You may apply beginning approximately August 15th through the end of December. Our program does not interview anyone outside the ERAS system and we do not offer positions outside the match. See similar questions...