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What are Popular Ways for Indians to Get Green Cards in USA: Green Card Eligibility Categories for Indians

indianeagle — Fri, 24 May 2024 01:11:21 +0000

Green card is most sought after among Indian immigrants in USA. The official permit to live and work permanently in the US eventually lays the easiest pathway to naturalization. There are many ways you can get a green card as the United States accepts applications under various categories. But as per the country-wise cap on green card issuance, only 65,000 green cards are available for Indians annually. So, is there any fastest way to get a green card? Yes, if you are a close family member of US citizen or have a job offer or qualify as a person with extraordinary ability. Our infographic elucidates the most popular ways to get a US green card.

Green Card through Family

An Indian citizen must be sponsored by an immediate relative in the US to secure a Green Card in this category. The immediate relative should be 21 years old or older, holding US citizenship or lawful permanent residency. Only the spouse, parents and unmarried children (under 21 years) of a US citizen/a legal permanent resident can apply for a family-based Green Card. Statically, their applications are processed faster, to say in a year or two. There is no cap on the number of beneficiaries in this category.

Only a US citizen, not a Green Card holder, can sponsor his/her sibling and fiancé from India for lawful permanent residency in America. If the fiancé has a child from the previous marriage, the child can also be sponsored for this immigrant visa given the prospects of genuine marriage with the citizen sponsor. A limited number of beneficiaries can go this way that often spans over years.

Green Card through Investment

The EB5 Investor Program is one of the popular ways to get legal permanent residency in the United States. Introduced in 1990 to boost the US economy and generate employment for American citizens, the EB-5 visa offers the fastest path for foreign investors, along with their spouses and unmarried children under 21, to secure a Green Card. If you invest $80,000 in an infrastructure project approved by USCIS or $1050,000 in a US-based commercial enterprise with at least 10 permanent positions for US workers, your Green Card is guaranteed within months.

Green Card through Inter-Corporate Transfer

Unlike H1B visa workers, an inter-company transferee, to say from India to USA, can get a Green Card without any labor certification. As and when required, American MNCs transfer highly skilled employees from India to any of their offices in the US for a managerial or executive role. The employer must be located in the US for 1 year or more. Among the pathways to lawful permanent residency in the US, the EB-1C visa is next to the EB-5 visa in terms of ease of securing a Green Card.

Green Card through Extraordinary Abilities and Achievements

Foreign nationals with extraordinary talent could be eligible for a Green Card, provided they have earned international awards or acclaims, such as Oscar, Pulitzer, Grammy, Emmy, Olympic medals. The employment-based EB-1A visa is the most esteemed and streamlined route to lawful permanent residency in the US for national or international achievers in the sciences, arts, education, business, and sports. Colloquially known as ‘Einstein Visa’, the Eb-1A visa helps the US government attract top-performing experts and distinguished professionals to strengthen the country’s competitive edge with their innovation and expertise. Neither employment sponsorship nor labor certification is required.

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10 Air Travel Etiquette Rules: Do’s and Don’ts for Flying with Decency

indianeagle — Thu, 23 May 2024 13:26:22 +0000

In the history of aviation, Air India was, perhaps, the first and only airline to hand over an illustrated booklet called ‘Better Acquainted’ on the do’s and don’ts of flying to first-time travelers during the ‘JRD Tata’ era. 60 years down the line from then, flying with dignity has almost ceased to exist. Airlines’ no-fly lists of disruptive passengers are getting longer these days. Reclining seats carelessly, spilling drinks, hogging armrests, intruding a co-passenger’s privacy, picking a fight with the cabin crew over petty issues…. are common nuances in the sky these days.

Indian Eagle, the leading travel-booking partner for Indian Diaspora, shares this infographic as a gentle reminder of 10 air travel etiquette rules that can go a long way in ensuring pleasant international flights for you and your fellow passengers.

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Global Entry vs TSA PreCheck: An Infographic Guide on Travelers to and from USA

indianeagle — Tue, 21 May 2024 15:45:16 +0000

Navigating US airport security often feels like embarking on a daunting journey before the long-haul flight from USA to India even begins. With stringent protocols and seemingly endless queues at every airport checkpoint, travelers find themselves trudging through a labyrinthine maze of regulations and security procedures. However, trusted traveler programs such as Global Entry and TSA PreCheck come to your rescue, streamlining the security screening process and expediting your journey through the airport.

But, which is better: TSA PreCheck or Global Entry? Should I enroll in Global Entry or TSA PreCheck or both? While Global Entry eases international arrival in the US, TSA PreCheck facilitates domestic and international departures. There are exclusive kiosks/security lanes for members of these trusted travelers programs. The best thing is that Global Entry members do automatically qualify for the benefits of TSA PreCheck. This infographic comes in handy for you to know what you should enroll in – Global Entry or TSA PreCheck – and other details like eligibility, fee, application procedure, how to use, and validity.

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Infographic: How to Spend a Day around Charminar for the Best Experience

indianeagle — Mon, 25 Apr 2022 18:31:11 +0000

Needless to say that the Charminar is one of the most popular tourist attractions of Hyderabad India! This historical monument is the first thing to see in the City of Pearls. Why the Charminar was built by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah in 1591 is one of the interesting facts of Hyderabad. The global icon of Hyderabad holding on to the stories of the bygone eras stands tall in the Old City of Nawabs. Though it stands silent, its eloquence is felt in the buzz of life all around. The life around the Charminar never ceases to throb as there are many things to see and do. Shopping for bangles, binging on biryani, sipping Irani Chai, grabbing bites of Osmania biscuits, visiting the Chowmahalla Palace, and clicking photographs are some of the things to do around the Charminar. Those who are scheduled to travel to Hyderabad from USA and other countries can take a cue from this infographic on how to make the most of a day trip to the Charminar this Ramadan.

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Infographic: The Story of Chittorgarh Fort is a Timeless Tale of Brave Rajput Women

indianeagle — Sat, 07 Oct 2017 15:58:56 +0000

The story of Chittorgarh Fort is one of the timeless stories of Royal India, spanning from the 7^th century till the British Raj. The eventful chronicle of the fort is an unforgettable episode in the Rajput history of Rajasthan. It has been immortalized in the memory of mankind by not only Rajput rulers’ valor but also Rajput women’s spirit of sacrifice. The tales of Rani Padmavati and Rani Karnavati embracing death on a pyre in order to save their dignity from the lecherous invaders like Allauddin Khilji are eternally associated with the bygone days of Chittorgarh Fort.

Inside the timeworn fort complex, one of the largest in India, are some structures including Kirti Stambha and Vijay Stambha that still stand tall. Then an impregnable edifice on a hilltop, Chittorgarh Fort suffered blows of invasion by Allauddin Khilji in 1303, Bahadur Shah of Gujarat in 1534, and Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1567. But the Rajput rulers of the fort neither stooped nor gave in to the sultans of Delhi. Indian Eagle shares some interesting facts of Chittorgarh Fort through the infographic below:

How to reach Chittorgarh Fort

Chittorgarh can be reached via roadway and air travel from Jaipur and Udaipur in Rajasthan. Both Jaipur and Udaipur are a short domestic flight away from Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi. Indian Eagle books the cheapest flights to IGI Airport from the USA. Log on to IndianEagle.com and find the best itinerary from any major US city to New Delhi according to your travel dates. September to March is the best time to visit Chittorgarh.

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Infographic on the Life of Meera Bai: A Divine Love Story

indianeagle — Mon, 15 Aug 2016 13:33:53 +0000

India is a land of eternal love stories defying the blows of Time for ages. One such timeless story is that of Meera Bai’s love for Lord Krishna. Born a Rajput princess of Merta in Rajasthan, Meera Bai ended up being a saint in love with her lord. The life of Meera Bai from the magnificence of a palace to the austerity of a hermitage is a manifestation of transcendental love between the Divine and the human, the heaven and the earth, the universe and the soul, the immortal and the mortal as well. Her unconditional, immeasurable, incomparable love for Krishna, who others worship as the Almighty, was honeyed with devotion and spirituality.

She used to spend her time in writing and humming devotional songs in praise of her lord out of ecstasy, which knew no religious bounds and social barriers. Like Rani Padmini and Rani Karnavati, Meera Bai was a bride of Chittor in Mewar province of Rajasthan. If Rani Padmini and Rani Karnavati are emblems of bravery that the Rajputs are known for, she is an embodiment of divine love. Today her devotional songs which evoke numinous feelings are popularly known as ‘Meerabai Poems’ or ‘Meerabai Bhajans’.

Being the greatest devotee of Lord Krishna, Meera Bai deserves a tribute on the occasion of Krishna Janmastami. IndianEagle shares interesting facts from “Meerabai biography” and depicts her life story through the following infographic:

About Merta City

Once upon a kingdom of the Rathore Rajputs, Merta City is a tourist destination in the Indian state of Rajasthan. Both Merta and Mewar were tied in a nuptial knot of Meera Bai and Bhoj Raj. Being the birthplace of Lord Krishna’s devotee, Merta is a holy place for Hindus. It has historical significance too as it was ruled by the Rajputs, the Marathas and the Mughals. Among the tourist attractions of Merta, the museum and the Charbhuja Temple are worth a visit. Pushkar where India’s largest camel fair is held in winter is only 60 km away from Merta.

How to Reach Merta City

Jaipur to Merta distance is only 206 km via road. Merta is an 8-hour drive from Delhi. Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, is a short flight away from IGI Airport New Delhi. IndianEagle books cheap flights to Delhi from USA cities including New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Newark, Washington, Atlanta, Houston, Seattle and Detroit. You can also buy the cheapest air ticket to Jaipur from Delhi while booking your flight to New Delhi International Airport at Indian Eagle.

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Infographic: Varanasi Travel Guide with Tips on Things to See and Do

indianeagle — Mon, 09 Nov 2015 12:01:37 +0000

Varanasi or Banaras is one of the oldest and holiest cities in the world. One of the most popular pilgrimage sites in India, Varanasi has intrigued foreigners for ages. Often called the Spiritual City of India, Varanasi finds mentions in the scriptures, epics and literature of India. Rabindranath Tagore’s novels – Chokher Bali and Naukadubi – refer to Varanasi as Kashi. Believed to be founded by Lord Shiva, one of the most revered Hindu deities, Varanasi is where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon, “The Setting in Motion of the Wheel of Dharma,” at nearby Sarnath. It is the birthplace of Kabir and Ravidas, the legendary figures of the Bhakti Movement. Guru Nanak founded Sikhism after his return from a trip to Varanasi in 1507.

The city was the center of cultural revival during the regime of Mughal Emperor Akbar. The Hindustani Classical Music owes its ‘Banaras Gharana’ form to this holy city. Varanasi houses India’s largest residential Banaras Hindu University, which evolved from the Center Hindu College, founded by Annie Besant from Bengal. Varanasi has age-old heritage of art and craft including silk cloth weaving, carpet weaving, silver work, ivory work, glass bangle making, etc. Aparajito, one of the films in Satyajit Ray’s Apu Trilogy, was shot on the ghats and in the lanes of Varanasi.

Winter, the best season to visit Varanasi, has arrived in India. Indian Eagle is up with an illustrative infographic on Varanasi Travel Guide sharing some tips on things to see and things to do in Varanasi India.

Varanasi is a must visit in lifetime. It is a city of many unheard stories and unknown tales. Mark Twain says, “Varanasi is older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend, and looks twice as old as all of them put together.”

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Infographic: Best Weekend Getaways from Hyderabad

indianeagle — Fri, 05 Jun 2015 07:30:17 +0000

You have already got enough of the things to see in Hyderabad City. You explored the tourist attractions of Hyderabad during previous visits, which is still fresh on your mind. Don’t worry if what to do and what to see are your concerns about the next trip to the city. There are many places around Hyderabad for weekend trips. The list of weekend getaways from Hyderabad incorporates historical palaces like Hampi and natural escapes like Vizag.

If the beaches of Vizag are ideal for romantic vacations, Belum, Bidar, Gulbarga, Guntur and Hampi are great weekend getaways for heritage travel. Explore architectural ruins of the Kakatiya Dynasty in Warangal where Kohinoor Diamond traveled to England from. Visit Srisailam, a hill station with the Krishna River in backdrop. There is no dearth of weekend vacation ideas to explore around and away Hyderabad in monsoon and winter. This infographic by Indian Eagle is a picture of the best weekend getaways from Hyderabad for fun, romance and adventure.

Infographic: 8 Reasons to Visit Goa this Monsoon

indianeagle — Wed, 29 Apr 2015 07:57:23 +0000

Sunburn Festival in December and Goa Carnival in March are the most popular crowd-pulling attractions of Goa. Monsoon spanning from June to August in India may not be the best time to visit Goa, but it is the best season to visit Goa in India. Solitary beaches, rain-soaked landscape, blooming greenery, monsoon seafood and cheap flights to Goa are some of the reasons to visit this Indian monsoon getaway. Being off season for Goa travel, monsoon is the right time for budget travelers seeking cheaper airfare and accommodation. The beaches and nightlife spots may not teem with revelers in off season, but Goa has its own monsoon attractions which you will miss in other times of the year. If you are still wondering why monsoon is the best season to visit Goa, this infographic by Indian Eagle listing reasons to visit Goa this monsoon is the only answer for you.

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Infographic: The Journey of Kohinoor from India to England

indianeagle — Thu, 09 Apr 2015 16:18:21 +0000

The wealth of India was the envy of many in the bygone eras. That is why the Arabs, the Turks, and the Afghans invaded and looted the treasures of kingdoms in different provinces of India. The most of Indian history comprises the stories of invasions and wars, which changed the fate of many, even that of Koh-i-Noor. The most coveted diamond of all times, Koh-i-Noor traveled from the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh to London through several dynasties including the Kakatiya, the Khilji, the Mughal, the Afghans and the British over a long span of time. The dazzling beauty of this rare diamond was so irresistible that it enslaved the senses of mighty emperors and kings. This infographic by Indian Eagle depicts the eventful journey of Koh-i-Noor from a mine in India to the Tower of London, on Travel Beats.