Take the First Step Toward Your Green Card in 2025

As we close the chapter on 2024, we want to take a moment to thank you for being an incredible part of our journey. This year was all about celebrating wins, overcoming challenges, and growing together—and we’re ending it on a high note with a special New Year offer: $1500 off on all our VIP Plans!

But that’s not all—we’ve been planning big things for 2025. From expanding our services to reaching more individuals chasing the American Dream, the year ahead is filled with exciting possibilities.

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A Glimpse at Smart Green Card Journey!

As we are saying goodbye to 2024 with 110 approvals, let’s reflect on the key milestones we’ve reached:

• 4,000+ years of backlog pain eliminated, reducing delays and saving time.

• 27 H1B max-outs prevented, securing stability for clients.

• 25+ children awarded $1M+ in scholarships, opening doors for their future.

• 20+ spouses entering the workforce through EADs and Green Cards.

• 3 special needs families finding lasting relief and care in the U.S.

• A success time reduced from 2.5 years to just 8 months.

In this final edition of 2024, we’ve packed:

• Blogs that simplify immigration hurdles and offer practical advice

• Videos with real insights to guide your next steps

• Insights from our community that inspire hope and action

Here’s to new opportunities, fresh starts, and a successful future.

Let’s Make This Better Together!

Before accelerating into the latest updates, we would love to hear—what’s something you’ve been curious about but haven’t seen in our newsletters yet? Maybe there’s a topic you want us to explore or a question you’ve been wanting answers to.

This isn’t just another newsletter; it’s a way for us to connect directly with you. So, take a moment to share your thoughts—click below, and let us know how we can make this space more helpful and exciting for you!

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Fresh Insights to Power Your Immigration Journey!

Here’s what we’ve lined up for you this week:

• Blogs

The Waiting Game: February Visa Bulletin Predictions for 2025

Curious about upcoming movement in priority dates? Our blog breaks down what to expect and how it could impact your case.

O-1A High Salary Criteria: Practical Strategies for Qualification

Meeting the O-1A’s salary requirement doesn’t have to be intimidating. Learn practical strategies to strengthen your application.

• YouTube

What Does a Typical Day at USCIS Look Like?

Step inside USCIS and discover what their daily operations mean for your application timeline.

Trump’s Immigration Policies: What Every International Student Needs to Know

How do past policies still shape opportunities for students? This video has the answers.

H1B FY2026 Season: How Trump’s Policies Could Impact the Immigrant Workers?

With H1B season approaching, find out how evolving policies might affect your prospects.

The Smart Immigrant Club

• ?EB1A: Do Academic Degrees Matter?

• Do You Need a Nobel Prize for the O-1A Visa?

• F1 Visa Financial Documents Made Simple

Check out these resources and let us know what resonated most with you—or what else you’d like us to cover next. Your success is what drives everything we do!

Before Moving Forward, Let's Look Into Immigration Updates of 2024

• H1B Renewals Back in the U.S.: Over 20,000 applicants benefited from domestic renewals, a major milestone.

• USCIS Clears Backlog: 10 million+ cases processed, reducing backlogs by 15%.

• H1B Cap Changes: Stopped multiple employer filings, ensuring fairness.

• Fee Increases: Costs for H1B, I-140, and adjustment of status rose.

• Tech Layoffs Impact: Green card sponsorships paused for many tech workers.

• EB1A Evidence Accepted: USCIS expanded evidence of extraordinary ability.

• H1B Modernization: Easier extensions, updated criteria, and cap-gap protections.

Poll Time: Let Us Know What Matters Most to You!

1)What’s your biggest hurdle in the immigration process?

• Waiting endlessly for visa approvals

• Struggling to understand EB1A eligibility requirements

• Preparing for H1B extensions or transfers

• Looking for financial documentation for F1 visa interviews

• Other (Let us know!)

2) What’s your major challenge when dealing with immigration delays?

• Understanding processing times and waiting periods

• Gathering and submitting required documentation

• Keeping up with ever-changing policies and regulations

• Staying motivated during uncertain immigration journeys

• Other (let us know!)

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You’re receiving this as part of the Smart Green Card weekly newsletter. We know you’ve been working hard to achieve your dreams. And we want to help you as much as we can. This newsletter contains top tips, resources, and news from the internet that could potentially change your life. We’re also excited to bring you updates on the remarkable achievements happening at Smart Green Card, along with inspiring success stories from our clients this week. If you enjoy these updates, why not share them with a friend who would find them valuable?        

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A quick note

Honestly, nothing is better than helping so many people take a step towards their dreams every week!

And Smart Green Card is not like any other coaching service trying to sell you courses or lure you into a pyramid scheme. It’s a full-support program where our team works to build a stellar professional profile that will help you qualify for the EB1A. We don't just shout about opportunities; we find the hidden ones in your daily life! We use research to make them shine brighter than ever and get you noticed naturally. That's just the beginning – we can do so much more!

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