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Our Blogs
Welcome to the Blog section of It's Ok Yaar. Through our blogs we try to reflect the different aspects of lives of South Asian Immigrants.
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Over the years we've come to realize that no one will tell our stories and experiences if we don't tell it first. So here's our humble attempt to do so.
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#FOMO and beyond
Fear Of Missing Out also known on the gram as #FOMO is a real issue. Fear is never a good option so let's go from FOMO to JOMO
samridhisi
5 min read
6 Mistakes to Avoid as an Immigrant Jobseeker
If you have moved to a foreign land and are trying to restart/elevate your career, then you need to avoid making these 6 mistakes.
Aneri Desai
5 min read
How to Apply for an ITIN number
ITIN is a nine-digit tax processing number issued by the IRS to foreign nationals without an SSN for federal tax reporting & filing.
Its Ok Yaar
5 min read
What’s FICA and who is exempted of FICA taxes?
This Guides tells you what is the FICA tax on your salary slip and why students on F1 are exempt from it and how can they get a refund.
Its Ok Yaar
3 min read
Employment Based Green Cards in USA
There are 5 different types of Employment Based Green Cards in the US. This Guide explains each of them in details.
Darshan Shah
5 min read
Different Types of US Visas
This Guide covers an overview of all the major non-immigrant US visa types that Indians could be eligible for.
Its Ok Yaar
4 min read
Immigration Clauses in The America Competes Act
This article discusses the Immigration Provisions in the new America Competes Act passed by the House on Feb 4, 2022
Its Ok Yaar
3 min read
Common Immigration Frauds and how to avoid them
Immigration scams are quite common in the US. Read this Guide to learn how to identify, avoid and report an Immigration fraud or scam.
Darshan Shah
5 min read
PERM Labor certification Process & I-140 for Green Card
Those looking to hire a non-U.S. citizen have to first obtain a PERM certification before they can file their Green Card. Learn more here.
Darshan Shah
5 min read
FY -2023 H-1B Lottery Announcement
FY 2023 H-1B Lottery initial registration will happen from March 1-18. The results will be announced on by March 31. Fees is $10
Its Ok Yaar
2 min read
Companies offering Returnship Programs in 2022
Returnships are back to work programs created by companies that help people with career gaps skill up and get back into the work force.
Its Ok Yaar
5 min read
New STEM changes in F-1, J-1, O-1A and National Interest Waivers
22 new fields added under STEM OPT, additional 36 months of OPT for certain J1 visa holders & major transparency in processing of O-1A Visa.
Its Ok Yaar
4 min read
H-1B Cap Exempt - A Complete Guide
An alternative to the regular H-1B capped lottery systems is the H-1B cap exempt. Learn more about it in this Guide.
Its Ok Yaar
4 min read
Importance of NRE & NRO accounts for NRIs
NRIs can only have an NRE or an NRO account in India. This Guide helps you differentiate both and select the best for you.
Its Ok Yaar
4 min read
How to Read the Visa Bulletin
This guide explains how to read and make sense of the Visa Bulletin for Green Card in the US. It also explain important terms to learn.
Its Ok Yaar
5 min read
Emotional Blackmail in the Desi Culture
People using Fear, Obligation & Guilt to manipulate you is called Emotional Blackmail. While it happens all over, Indians have mastered it.
Its Ok Yaar
6 min read
Renewing Your Indian Passport in the US - A Step by Step Guide
If your Indian Passport is expiring and you want to renew it, don't worry, here's a Guide that'll help to Renew Your Indian Passport in USA
Its Ok Yaar
6 min read
Over 200,000 Green Cards wasted, 1.48 million pending EAD applications– Immigration Update
USCIS released their applications & case processing data. over 200K Green cards wasted & 1.5 million EADs pending. Read more here.
Its Ok Yaar
5 min read
Culture Shocks in the USA - 2023
Biggest Culture Shocks Indians face when they first move the US. From small talk to huge food portions to easily available guns.
Its Ok Yaar
4 min read
US Visa Interview Waiver & Dropbox Eligibility
There's a lot of confusion around the new US Interview Waiver Rule. We clarify all your doubts in this Guide.
Its Ok Yaar
6 min read
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