Professionals of diverse backgrounds attended the event, keen on understanding how they can protect their rights under federal and state law in a precarious economic environment.  The event included a powerpoint presentation distilling critical and timely information on the categories and elements of discrimination, what behavior violates the law, and how severance agreements should be understood.  The event was followed by a lengthy and insightful Q&A session.

Look out for SLF’s next seminar.  A copy of the presentation can be found here.

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Students who want to study in the United States will need a visa if they plan to study for more than 18 hours a week.  Students intending to take a short course of study consisting of less than 18 hours a week may be able to do so on a visitor visa and should contact their U.S. Embassies or Consulates.  Email us at sardar@sardarlawfirm.com or call 631.838.0178 for more information or a consultation.

What Is A U.S. Student VISA?

Just as some schools of choice are outside the United States, for many in foreign countries, schools inside the U.S. are the ones that foreign students want to study at. Some requirements to obtain a U.S. student VISA are:

• You must show proof that you have been accepted at a school in the United States.
• You must be able to show proof of having the financial resources you need to survive will you are studying in the United States.
• You must have the educational prerequisites necessary to begin your studies in the United States

Understanding U.S. Student VISAS

Typically there are some factors about a U. S. Student VISA that you should understand:

• United States student VISAS are temporary and good only for the period of time specified.
• If you intend to return to the U.S. to study again in the future, you must repeat the application process and meet the same requirements as we stated the original time.
• The student VISA application process takes time. You should allow as much time as possible to apply. You should also make sure that you are applying within the specified time frame and according to the guidelines.

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Working on a Student Visa

A student visa approves a non-immigrant to come to the United States to study, not to work.  A student could do odd jobs like babysitting or lawn mowing, but could not work for an employer.

Obtaining a Student Visa

Embassies and Consulates are able to issue a student visa 120 days or less in advance of the course of study registration date.  All initial, or beginning, students may not enter the United States more than 30 days before the start date of the course of study.  They may enter anytime 30 days or less before the start date of the course.

As a Current Student: When to Apply

Continuing students can apply for a new visa anytime as long they are have maintained student status.  Continuing students may enter the United States at any time prior to their classes starting.

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