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The United States (U.S.) has a complex set of immigration and visa policies in place for citizens of various countries, including Palestinians and Israeli citizens. This article will take a closer look at the specific policies that apply to these two groups and the approximate number of visas and immigrants who are granted entry to the U.S. each year. The process of obtaining a visa to enter the U.S. can be a challenging and lengthy one for Palestinians. This is largely due to the political situation in the Middle East and the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine.  Palestinians are considered stateless because the U.S. does not recognize Palestine (Gaza or the West Bank) as a country. The U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services (USCIS) defines a stateless person as one without a nationality. The U.S. Department of State (DOS) acknowledges the Palestinian Authority Passport as an official travel document under the  Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) and therefore acce...

Estate planning is often thought of as something only the wealthy do, but that is far from the truth. It involves more than creating a will to distribute your assets after death. Estate planning also includes making decisions about your healthcare and finances in the event you become incapacitated. Homeowners, business owners, parents, and people with health issues need to plan their estate. Here's why: Protect Your Assets Estate planning helps protect your assets by ensuring they are distributed according to your wishes. Without an estate plan, your assets may be distributed according to state laws, which may not align with your wishes. Having an estate plan can also provide asset protection from creditors and lawsuits. Also, your estate plan will help to prevent or reduce family conflict and court battles over your assets.  Plan for Incapacity Estate planning also involves making decisions about your healthcare and finances in the event you become incapacitated. It includes namin...

Becoming a permanent resident of the United States (U.S.), also known as getting a green card, can be a long and complex process. However, it is not impossible because the U.S. government issues more than a million green cards each year, with several pathways available for individuals to obtain a green card. This article details the seven most common pathways to getting a green card. 1. Family-based Immigration As the largest category of green card recipients each year, this pathway is available to immediate family members of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents. Eligible family members include spouses, parents, children, and siblings. The application process involves filing a petition and supporting documents with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The waiting period can range from several months to several years, depending on the relationship and country of origin.  Pros of this pathway include the ability to reunite with family members, and the lack o...