I'm thinking about moving to Paris, France in a year.
I'm a software engineer living in Canada. I will have a degree within the next few months. I have an EU citizenship (Portugal). I speak almost no French. What should I look into? Is this a terrible idea?
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posted by pmv
on Sep 20, 2010 -
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I am a US graduate student, accepted into a graduate program in the UK. I have been having significant problems getting my UK Visa processed. I'm wondering if this is typical, and if I should be worried about my chances of going to the UK being jeopardized as a result of these difficulties?
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posted by iamkimiam
on Sep 5, 2010 -
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My SO has a permanent job in the US. We're both British citizens. What are the prospects for me to move over to join her? Also: Canada!
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posted by Urtylug
on Sep 4, 2010 -
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Canadian Immigration Question. How best to assure that I acquire permanent residency in Canada by the time I graduate?
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posted by vegetableman
on Aug 20, 2010 -
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Help me understand what seems like a contradiction: News stories I read seem to depict there being quite a lot of immigration into EU countries, and attendant unrest over cultural factors. But while a lot of people I know say they would love to move to Europe, the few who've actually done research into it seem to indicate that it's nearly impossible to get in unless you're wealthy or in a select few professions. How do middle and lower class people actually immigrate to Europe?
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posted by gracedissolved
on Jul 21, 2010 -
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Does anyone have any experience with contesting an Immigration New Zealand application decision?
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 12, 2010 -
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I'd like to have a better understanding of the history of immigration in the United States, the U.S.'s current immigration policies, and proposals for reform. I'd prefer recommendations for books on the subject, but am open to other forms of information. In particular, I'd love 2 or 3 books that present competing views on the subject - from liberal and conservative viewpoints, insofar as there is a clear ideological divide on the subject. Bonus for books that provide some narrative regarding the experience of illegal immigrants across socioeconomic classes, geographic area in the U.S., and age ranges (kids and adults). Thanks!
posted by slide
on Jul 7, 2010 -
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I'm a U.S. citizen flying from NYC to Canada via Houston: in which airport will I do immigration and customs?
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posted by Tin Man
on Jul 7, 2010 -
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I've just finished reading the very interesting article
Who doesn't get into Canada. The opening paragraph mentions the leaked memo "Social and Economic Outcomes of Second Generation Youth". Does anyone have any ideas how I could go about reading this memo? (I'd also be very much interested in any similar studies.)
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posted by demagogue
on Jul 2, 2010 -
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I read that there are income requirements for bringing a fiancee to the US on a K1/K3 visa. What are they exactly? Are there any legitimate ways around these requirements if I cannot maintain that income level?
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posted by MrFish
on Jun 27, 2010 -
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Looking for recent feedback and tips on living in
Shekou, China. We're transferring there with my company, they'll take care of the relocation, visas etc. so more general feedback on living conditions and things you wish you'd known/taken with you before arriving. I've seen the 2 Ask MeFi questions on
Shekou &
Shenzhen, does anyone have more up to date information?
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posted by arcticseal
on Jun 23, 2010 -
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(US based)
I think I have a good general idea of what the right is looking for in an immigration reform bill.
I am much less clear about what the ideal of an immigration reform bill would be from a left perspective.
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posted by bonsai forest
on Jun 21, 2010 -
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Many early 19th century immigrants came to America for the opportunity to own land. How did they learn it was available?
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posted by John Borrowman
on Jun 8, 2010 -
19 answers
I got pulled aside for secondary screening by immigration at JFK last week as a US citizen and think the government has overstepped its bounds. What can I do?
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posted by JPD
on Jun 1, 2010 -
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I knew this would be a hard time, but I had no idea how hard it would be. Please, help me get through it.
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posted by anonymous
on May 18, 2010 -
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I'm a British native, and my partner is Asian - we've been married for some years (Asian more in the sense of 'outside the EU', which would have made this easier).
At the weekend, a wallet containing their ICFN (Immigration Card for Foreign Nationals) was stolen. They urgently need to fly on family matters this weekend, however we're not sure what the status of their return will be without the ICFN
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posted by anonymous
on May 3, 2010 -
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A friend from the Eastern European country I grew up in asked if I would sign and submit an invitation so she can get a tourist visa to the U.S., where I reside. She intends to look for illegal work when she gets here. My immediate reaction was "No way!" with a few expletives thrown in, but I don't want to hurt her feelings when I crush her hopes. Can you give me any
legal reasons for why I shouldn't do it?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 30, 2010 -
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I am an English citizen living in the USA on an R1 (religious worker) visa. I would like to apply for a green card and need legal advice. More inside.
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posted by seatofmypants
on Apr 15, 2010 -
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Can you recommend an immigration lawyer in the Bay Area who specializes in dealing with academics (J1 Scholars)?
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 26, 2010 -
2 answers
Work Anywhere Filter? I want to be able to get a job in (almost) any Big City in the world. How should I go about it from where I am right now.
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posted by prufrock
on Mar 8, 2010 -
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My German-citizen best friend and I have been talking about him emigrating to the US for a few years now, and now that he's about to graduate from college, we're getting serious about it. So far, it looks like the best route is a graduate degree program, but money is a problem with that (namely, he doesn't have any). This doesn't have to be exclusively how he gets here, we're open to any suggestions.
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posted by Punkey
on Feb 28, 2010 -
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How can I find the 60 minutes of legal advice I need, on a very specific visa/immigration question?
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posted by ManInSuit
on Feb 25, 2010 -
9 answers
Didn't the U.S. sign an agreement with Ireland last year that would create a worker exchange program? What happened with that?
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posted by serathen
on Feb 20, 2010 -
3 answers
Certified Translator? I'm in Montreal and I need a certified translator for documents for immigration I'm having trouble finding a certified person/company who can do this for me. Spanish to English.
posted by Napierzaza
on Feb 17, 2010 -
4 answers
[immigration filter] How can someone who has overstayed her Visa gain legal status in the United States?
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posted by kensington314
on Feb 12, 2010 -
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I'm looking for a lawyer who gives consultations over the phone, as I'm not in Canada at the moment.
I have some very specific questions concerning self-employed immigration and a few other things (self-employed being the top priority though), so I'd like to find someone who is willing to answer questions as opposed to plugging my data into their questionnaire for a "chance assessment."
I don't care where in Canada the lawyer is located, as long as they are versed in federal immigration procedures.
Do you guys happen to know anyone like that?
posted by anonymous
on Feb 11, 2010 -
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What are the prospects for a retired American with a gross annual income of $50,000 to relocate in the UK? (Not London or other large city.) Living without a car would be in the mix.
I've lived in the UK and wonder if I could make it on that income. Is it sufficient? Could I convince the immigration folks to let me in?
Not planning anything imminent. But it woud be nice to rule it in or out as an option.
posted by justcorbly
on Feb 6, 2010 -
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A friend has just moved from mainland China to Vancouver, BC. Her English is pretty good, but not perfect (she speaks Mandarin). Her only work experience is in teaching.
I'm at the other end of the country, in Ontario, and want to do what I can to help her integrate and find work, but am hindered by my location and complete lack of immigration experience/knowledge. What helpful advice, tips, and resources can you share with her?
posted by Robot Johnny
on Feb 3, 2010 -
5 answers
I'm flying from Boston to Vancouver via Toronto on Air Canada in a couple of weeks. Where can I expect to clear Canadian customs and immigration? Toronto or Vancouver?
posted by taubman
on Jan 21, 2010 -
9 answers
Is it really that impossible to rent a place with a cat in the UK? Or, does nobody with a cat in the UK
rent their home?
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posted by easternblot
on Jan 12, 2010 -
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American student moving to Vancouver, BC with history of depression and other ailments: how do I get my Rxs without paying a fortune?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 10, 2010 -
10 answers
Hypothetically what if I, a New Zealander who has just graduated in New Zealand with a Bachelor's degree in teaching at primary/elementary level, wanted to teach elementary school in the US? What would I need to prove and do?
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posted by tracicle
on Jan 7, 2010 -
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I'm a Canadian living in the United States under Temporary Non-immigrant status and plan to apply for a green card as a spouse of a U.S. citizen. I've been doing some research and I have lots of questions.
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 5, 2010 -
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My German girlfriend and I are early in our relationship and we'd like her to be able to stay more than the standard Visa Waiver program's 3 months so that we can really experience living together. She's filled out the application and has an appointment with the consulate tomorrow. What documentation and evidence do you recommend she present to the agent?
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posted by Typographica
on Jan 5, 2010 -
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How does one intrepid traveler explain the double stamp to the feds upon return to US soil from a trip that may or may not include Cuba?
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posted by RajahKing
on Dec 21, 2009 -
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