
Starting a US Business: A Sri Lankan’s Guide
Did you know that immigrants in the United States are nearly twice as likely to start their own business as native-born citizens? It’s a powerful statistic that probably doesn’t surprise

Did you know that immigrants in the United States are nearly twice as likely to start their own business as native-born citizens? It’s a powerful statistic that probably doesn’t surprise

That six-figure salary you worked so hard for? It might not be enough to sponsor your family member for a green card. Many people believe a high income is an

I was having coffee with a friend in Colombo last week, and he was wrestling with where to park some savings. “Should I buy a small plot of land down

An inheritance from a relative in Colombo lands in your Sri Lankan bank account. You might see it as a private family matter, but to the IRS, it’s a potentially

There’s a persistent myth that opening a US bank account from abroad is impossible without a Social Security Number and a plane ticket. You’ve likely felt this frustration. You’re trying

Having analyzed hundreds of international transfers, I’ve seen the same costly mistake repeatedly: focusing on the advertised transfer fee while ignoring the hidden exchange rate markup. A service might promise

The federal immigration process can feel like an endless maze of complex forms and discouragingly long waiting lists. You’ve likely spent countless hours researching visas, only to find the options

I’ve consulted with hundreds of Sri Lankans who have successfully secured a US visa, and the celebration is always based on the same misunderstanding. They believe the clock on their

Holding your Advance Parole document feels like a paradox. You’re thrilled at the prospect of visiting family in Colombo or Kandy, but a wave of anxiety follows. What if there

Did you know that a significant number of STEM OPT extension denials are not due to a student’s qualifications, but to simple, avoidable errors on the Form I-983 Training Plan?
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Did you know that immigrants in the United States are nearly twice as likely to start their own business as
That six-figure salary you worked so hard for? It might not be enough to sponsor your family member for a
I was having coffee with a friend in Colombo last week, and he was wrestling with where to park some
An inheritance from a relative in Colombo lands in your Sri Lankan bank account. You might see it as a
There’s a persistent myth that opening a US bank account from abroad is impossible without a Social Security Number and
Having analyzed hundreds of international transfers, I’ve seen the same costly mistake repeatedly: focusing on the advertised transfer fee while
The federal immigration process can feel like an endless maze of complex forms and discouragingly long waiting lists. You’ve likely
I’ve consulted with hundreds of Sri Lankans who have successfully secured a US visa, and the celebration is always based
Holding your Advance Parole document feels like a paradox. You’re thrilled at the prospect of visiting family in Colombo or
Did you know that a significant number of STEM OPT extension denials are not due to a student’s qualifications, but