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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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Explaining Complex Travel Insurance Terms for Indian Parents
Planning your parents’ visit to the U.S.? This guide simplifies complex travel insurance terms, explains pre-existing conditions and acute onset, and helps you pick the right insurance plan. Learn how to use insurance effectively, avoid common pitfalls, and get answers to FAQs about coverage, claims, and extensions. Peace of mind starts here.
Its Ok Yaar
6 min read


Cracking Your Interview With the Hiring Manager
Your resume’s been shortlisted—now it’s time to impress the hiring manager. This blog walks you through the interview process, what hiring managers truly look for, and the best way to predict and prepare for their questions. The secret? It’s all in the job description. Learn how to turn responsibilities into interview questions and answer them using real stories from your experience. With just 5 core stories, you can master any interview.
Its Ok Yaar
11 min read


Can I start my own business on H4, L2 EAD?
In this Guide, we share 6 Reasons why H4 & L2 EAD holders should start their own business.
Its Ok Yaar
4 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


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


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


How I overcame Imposter Syndrome
Imposter Syndrome is that tiny voice in your head that keeps telling you that you’re not good enough. This is how I overcame it.

Darshan Shah
6 min read


Forgotten Gem of Ancient Indian Wisdom : Panchamrit
In this myth-busting guide, health coach Neha Shah shares 4 benefits of the forgotten gem of ancient India - Panchamrit.

healthcoachneha
3 min read


10 Things that will help you if you’re homesick
We're bound to be a little homesick when we move to a new country. Here are 10 tried & tested ways to can overcome homesickness.
khushboo patel
3 min read


Travelling to India Guidelines
Here are the latest Guidelines for International travelers to India. From Self-declaration form and COVID testing to Omicorn virus response.
Its Ok Yaar
4 min read


7 Ways of Building Credit on H4 Visa
In this Guide we will tell you how you can build your own credit as a dependent in the US even without an SSN.
Its Ok Yaar
6 min read


Common Mistakes to avoid when you first move to the US
In this guide, we’ve compiled some of the most common & uncommon mistakes that you should avoid making when you first move to the US
Its Ok Yaar
7 min read


Online Certifications for Data Analytics & Data Science
Here are the Top Data Analytics & Data Science Certifications to help you land your dream job as an Immigrant in the US
Its Ok Yaar
4 min read


Free Digital Marketing Certifications to Restart Your Career
A certification proves to be quite effective in bringing credibility to your resume. Here's a Guide on Free Digital Marketing Certifications
Its Ok Yaar
4 min read


How to Deal with Loneliness H4 Visa in the US
A Complete Guide For Dependents in the US on how to deal with loneliness, entrapment, self-doubt and self-hatred and looking beyond your job
Its Ok Yaar
6 min read


Change of Status from H4 to F1 - A Complete Guide
A complete Guide that explains the process of Change of Status from H4 Dependent Visa to an F1 Student Visa

Darshan Shah
4 min read
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