United States of America (U.S.A)

USA is a constitutional federal republic with president as head of the head of government. Law is based on English common law at the federal level. State legal systems based on common law.

US is the most technologically powerful economy in the world, with GPD of $20 T (2019 est.) and per capital of $59K (2019 est). It has major national and international businesses or brands spread across the world. Agriculture products chiefly consists of wheat, corn, fruits and vegetables, cotton, beef, and forest products. Highly diversified industries, high technology innovation, second largest industrial output in the world.

Industrial production growth rate at 2.3% (2017 est.). Exports of $1.5T (2017 est.) and imports of 2.3 T (2017 est.).USA spends 5% of its GDP on the education and is ranked 69 in the world. This makes USA one of the top research oriented countries in the world. It attracts talent from all around the world and invests heavily in the technology.

It is not doubt a educational hub of the world with most students pursuing bachelors, masters or research programs. It has opportunities in every stream of education hence it would be the first choice for the talented who want to make their mark in education and beyond.

It has several scholarships, fellowships and funding options for the students. It is best in the world. Students could get as much as 100% funding. The other best part is you could work inside and outside university as a student, of course for the stipulated hours. This should take care of your living expenses. US has several university options with some ranked as the best in the world to the community college. Students could learn from the best of the faculty and readily apply the knowledge in their jobs.

International students could get best of the worlds – you could complete education and also start working in the country. There are several visa options available and most of the students plan to stay back availing PR and eventually citizenship. This is one of the reason why most of the students prefer US for their further education.

There are approximately 4500 colleges and universities there in the USA, both public and private. Depending on the tuition fee they charge from the students they could swing either side. Some charge international students as low as $20K per year for a UG program, mostly the state universities. There are universities which charge average $35K per year from international students. There are some private colleges or universities along with premium public universities that charge tuition fee around $45K per year. The premium universities in the US charge tuition fee of $50K per year plus, however they are hard to get in too. The more the university is charging the more options for the scholarships, funding and other financial aides. Depending on the life style of an individual the living cost could be appx $20K per year.

Immigrating to another country is a tough decision to make for any individual, especially for the country like U.S.A. By the time a person thinks about immigration either he or she is has entered professional career and looking for greener pastures. This comes with responsibilities and need to settle ASAP. Under this pressure many individuals, irrespective of the he country they are working upon to immigrate does end up being scapegoats for the fraudulent activities or wrong decisions. Below are the points that are must to consider for everyone, even if you are considering immigration to U.S.A,

1. Immigration policies keep changing wit the political environment.
2. It is recommended to check latest or up-to-date information and do not go by reference.
3. No one could GET you immigration. There are companies who could help you in the process.
4. If you are doing good in the current country of residence you would not think about immigration to U.S.A, in such case be prepared that the situation at your destination may not be the same for a while.
5. Do not tamper with original documents or create fake ones.

Current immigration policies of USA are not favourable and hence not recommended to enter through other channel. Please note that USA offers citizenship by birth and by descent. It wont recognize dual citizenship. Requires residency of 5 years for naturalization. However if someone enters through ‘non-approved’ channels their children may not be eligible for citizenship by birth, as per the new proposed rules.

U.S.A work visa options:

• J-1 Visa – Non immigrant visa for business visitor to participate in work or study-based exchange or such.
• L-1 Visa – For workers and business owners from other countries looking to relocate business.
• E2 and E1 Visa – If you are a investor or a businessman planning to invest big way.
• H-1B Visa – Professionals with skills that are easily not available in U.S.A.
• H-2B Visa – Non-agricultural workers.
• Green Card (EB 1) – Outstanding professional or researcher or professor.
• Green Card (EB 2) – Person with exceptional ability.
• Green Card (EB 3) – Skilled labour, Professionals, and other workers.
• Green Card (EB 4) – Religious workers, Philosophers, and other special immigrants.

You would not get lost in USA. It is not exaggerating to say that you would find Indians wherever you go in USA. Indian community is one of the strongest in USA with most of them in good working and economical conditions. Indians are even serving as highest levels of the government, politicians, doctors, lawyers and more being part of the social fabric in USA.

There are several bodies and associations that willingly help new visitors to settle down. There are cities or communities where Indians are abundant. You would also not miss the home food. There are enough restaurants in USA which serve Indian food just the way you want it.

USA could be a second home to Indians due to its friendly policies where you could bring your family on a visit or get along easily. It’s multi-cultural environment helps newbies to adjust well. Even the Indian embassy is very popular and powerful taking care of its citizens. It is rare that whoever visits USA on a student visa or a work visa returns back to the home land.