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There have been some changes to the landscape of U.S. immigration law under President Biden's administration. From the promotion of AI innovation to changes in asylum rules and green card updates, the new policies present some opportunities and challenges for immigrants and stakeholders. In this article, we provide a quick overview of these policies, highlighting their implications and considerations for individuals and organizations navigating the evolving immigration system. Path to U.S. AI Careers: Immigration and Job Prospects President Biden's executive order on artificial intelligence aims to position the United States as a leader in AI innovation by expanding opportunities for skilled immigrants in the AI field. The order emphasizes the attraction of global talent in AI and related fields through streamlined processing times of petitions and applications for noncitizens who seek to travel to the United States to work on, study, or conduct research in AI or other critica

     As a classic comedy film, "Coming to America" may not be the first movie that comes to mind when considering immigration experiences. However, upon closer examination, the movie nails several aspects of the immigrant experience in the United States. Here are six things that "Coming to America" got right about the immigrant experience: 1. The Culture Shock:  When Prince Akeem Joffer (Eddie Murphy) lands in the bustling city of New York from his serene home country of Zamunda, he experiences the quintessential immigrant sensation of culture shock. The fast-paced lifestyle and unfamiliar food choices leave Akeem feeling overwhelmed, a sentiment that echoes the experiences of many immigrants in the United States. 2. The Language Barrier:  Akeem's friend and assistant Semmi (Arsenio Hall) struggles to understand the slang and colloquialisms Americans use, highlighting the language barriers many immigrants face when coming to a new country. 3. The Struggle to Fin

When a U.S. citizen or LPR is petitioning for their spouse to obtain lawful residence, they must show evidence of a legitimate marriage. A great way to show USCIS that you're marriage is legitimate is by providing proof of combined finances with a joint account.  However, some undocumented individuals have reported difficulties opening a bank account. This article lists some of the banks that you may be able to open an account with as an undocumented immigrant.  Bank of America: Bank of America allows immigrants currently living in the U.S. to open an account in person at one of their financial centers. You must be able to provide both your permanent (foreign) and local address, as well as, your Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN).  What to bring to your appointment: Proof of U.S. residency - For example: U.S. government-issued photo ID, student/employer photo ID, current utility bill or rental agreement (documents must show your name and U.S. physical address); One primar