Immiva Resources: Your Fast Track to Stress-Free U.S. Immigration & Work Authorization

Effective Oct 29: USCIS no longer accepts checks or money orders—pay filing fees by ACH (G-1650) or credit/debit card (G-1450).

As of Oct 29, USCIS no longer accepts paper checks or money orders. Pay filing fees by ACH (Form G-1650) or credit/debit card (Form G-1450) to avoid rejection. Our guide shows how to pay correctly, prevent declines, and keep your case moving.

A quick, plain-English guide to priority dates, charts, and what “current” really means.

The Visa Bulletin decides when immigrants can move forward in the green card process. This guide explains how it works, what priority and cut-off dates mean, and how to read the charts. Whether you’re in the U.S. or abroad, learn how to track your place in line and get ready when your date becomes current—all in simple, clear language.

A clear, step-by-step guide to rescheduling your biometrics (without tanking your case).

Need to postpone your USCIS biometrics? Here’s the exact way to reschedule—with examples, wording tips, and what to do if you’ve already missed your slot.

A straight-talk guide for immigrants: what to expect at your biometrics appointment, how to prepare, and how it affects your case.

Your USCIS biometrics appointment is a short but essential step in your immigration process. It’s when your fingerprints, photo, and signature are captured to verify your identity and complete background checks. This guide breaks down what to bring, what happens at the appointment, how to reschedule, and what it means for your case — all in plain English.

Everything you need to know about extending or changing your US immigration status without the headache.

So your visa's about to expire, or maybe you want to switch from one status to another. Either way, you're probably staring at Form I-539, wondering where even to start. Trust me, you're not alone. Thousands of people fill out this form every month. While it looks scary at first, it's totally manageable once you know what you're doing.

Step-by-step help for H-1B families using Form I-539. What changed in 2025, how long it takes, and the mistakes to avoid.

If you're reading this, you're probably feeling a bit overwhelmed. Trust me, I get it. When Valérie, a friend of my wife, needed to change her status from F-2 to H-4 last year, I was there for her and helped her with all the paperwork and deciphering USCIS instructions. The good news? It's actually not as complicated as it seems once you break it down.

The Complete 2025 Guide to Understanding and Locating Your A-Number

An Alien Registration Number, or A-Number, is a unique identifier assigned to non-U.S. citizens residing in the United States. This comprehensive guide explains its importance in immigration procedures and provides step-by-step instructions on where to find your A-Number across various official documents.

Check, credit card, or maybe ACH transfer? Everything you have to know about paying the USCIS filing fee.

If you're filing an immigration application or petition with USCIS (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services), one of the most important steps is making sure you pay the correct filing fee. Payment rules can be strict: if your fee is incorrect, missing, or submitted in an incorrect format, your application may be rejected and returned to you.