Immigration Resources


  • USCIS:
    The USCIS, or the United States Citizen and Immigration Service, is a department within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The USCIS was created by the Homeland Security
    Act of 2002. The USCIS consists of
    approximately 15,000 employees and 250 field offices around the world.
  • US Visa Appointment Reservation System- system for booking non-immigrant USA visa interviews.
  • SSA.gov- US social securty card information & resources
  • USA Embassies- list of US embassies around the world
  • Office of Authentication- document authentification information & services
The Law Offices of Eliana Phelps

517 North Mountain Avenue, Suite 201, Upland, CA 91786
Phone: 909.393.4100
Phone: 951.505.7417
Fax: 909.348.7111
Hours: Monday through Thursdays from 11:00 a.m to 6:00 P.M, and Fridays from 10:00 a.m to 2:00 P.M. We do not work during weekends and major holidays.

USA Student Visa F1


by lauraj on Aug.25, 2009, under Students

Defining the two visas available to non-immigrants that wish to study in the U.S.

Studying in the United States can be a once in a lifetime opportunity for foreigners. However, since 9/11, student visas have undergone policy and procedure changes in hopes of tightening U.S. security. In order for the application to run smoothly, it is important to understand the process. In the U.S., there are two different non-immigrant visas available. Non-immigrants who wish to pursue academic studies or language courses should apply for the F1 visa. Non-immigrants that wish to pursue vocational studies, such as at trade schools, should apply for the M visa. Although there are two different visa categories, both applicants must meet the same criteria.

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SEVP Schools list updated


by admin on Mar.06, 2009, under Students

On February 23, 2009, ICE updated its list of Student and Exchange Visitor Program approved schools. Download the PDF here.

And see the interactive map for eligible schools located in the USA.


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