New Jersey Student Visa Lawyer Helping You with Temporary Residency
Allowing Individuals to Further Their Education Without Concern
If you wish to study in the United States but are not a citizen, you can obtain a student visa that will allow you to pursue an education in the country legally. This visa does not grant you permanent residency, but it can lead to eventual citizenship down the road if you request a status change. At The Scheer Immigration Law Group in Morristown, we confirm the accuracy of your student visa application and make sure that you have a full understanding of your rights once you are in the United States.
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Providing Information About a Student Visa
A student visa is necessary for anyone looking to come to the United States for education purposes. It is a non-immigrant visa, so it does not grant you permanent residency, but a student visa does allow you to study and reside in the United States legally. Student visas are generally granted to individuals studying at a college or university and will not expire until his or her time as a student is up. Once you have been accepted to a school that has been approved by the Student Exchange and Visitor Program, you can come to The Scheer Immigration Law Group for help with the application process.
How We Help
New Jersey Student Visa Lawyer Susan Scheer offers a variety of services pertaining to the status of your student visa. We provide consular processing for your application that allows foreign nationals to apply for visas while still in their home country. We handle this by working closely with a liaison who is already here in the country, usually a school official or family member. We also gather the documents required for a visa application, such as a passport, nonimmigrant visa forms and education documentation.
In addition, we help you schedule your interview, which is mandatory for candidates between the ages of 14 and 79. If you wish to adjust your legal status here in the country, we can help you attain permanent residency through a green card or file a request for a student visa extension.
Get in Touch With an Experienced New Jersey Student Visa Lawyer to Help with Your Education
If you need assistance with the student visa process, call The Scheer Immigration Law Group today at (973) 532-5330 or contact us online to schedule a consultation. We serve clients from Morris, Sussex and Essex counties at our Morristown office.
Immigration Visa FAQs
>> How can I obtain a student visa?
If you wish to study in the United States but are not a citizen, you can obtain a student visa that will allow you to pursue an education in the country legally. This visa does not grant you permanent residency, but it can lead to eventual citizenship down the road if you request a status change. Student visas are generally granted to individuals studying at a college or university and will not expire until his or her time as a student is up. Once you have been accepted to a school that has been approved by the Student Exchange and Visitor Program, you can come to an experienced U.S. immigration attorney for help with the process. It will help to have a liaison who is already here in the country, usually a school official or family member. An interview will also be mandatory for applicants between 14 and 79.
>> How do I get a work permit?
To apply for a work permit, or employment authorization document (EAD), you must demonstrate need for the permit. You will file an I-765. You may need to provide the following:
- Personal affidavit detailing need for basic or commercial driver’s license.
- Personal affidavit detailing need for Social Security Number.
- Personal affidavit detailing need for working papers.
- Job offer letter from potential employer, indicating need for Social Security Number for hiring.
- Proof of need for requirement of Social Security Number to obtain health insurance.
- Proof of need for requirement of Social Security Number to open a bank account and carry out banking transactions.
>> How do I get a Social Security card?
You need a Social Security card for many reasons. A Social Security Number is:
- Necessary to open a bank account and carry out banking transactions.
- Necessary for enrollment in state school lunch programs.
- Required to obtain car insurance.
- Required for certain educational or personal loans.
- Required for miscellaneous legal transactions.
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