Nice Question, may u help me ?

[AboSohaila 4]

hellow guys

i have a nice Questions,i need a help or answer for it, and am sure others will learn something from ur answers

1- when u get to be in the US, (CR-1 VISA) , when u will get ur SSN and GC "green card" ?

2- can u work without the SSN & GC temporary until u get them ?

3- in Uk, Therer is like welcome English course for free to the new Immigrant, is there any thing like that in US?

4- what about joining schools, is it ok ? is it expensive ?

thanks

[JimVaPhuong 4,863]

1- when u get to be in the US, (CR-1 VISA) , when u will get ur SSN and GC "green card" ?

The green card will come automatically within a few weeks after entering the US. There's a question on the DS-230 form asking whether you want a Social Security number issued. If you checked "yes" to this question then you should also get a Social Security card within a few weeks. Otherwise, you need to go to a Social Security office and apply for a number.

2- can u work without the SSN & GC temporary until u get them ?

If you have an I-551 stamp in your passport then you are authorized to work, but you'll also need a Social Security number. If the employer uses the eVerify system then it may take a few weeks after coming to the US before your name comes up as authorized to work.

3- in Uk, Therer is like welcome English course for free to the new Immigrant, is there any thing like that in US?

It depends on where you live. I live in an area with a large immigrant population, and the local school district offers adult ESL (English as a Second Language) classes for about $30 per semester. Classes are 4 hours a day, 4 days a week. You may also be able to take English classes at a local community college. It really just depends on what services are available where you'll be living.

There is no nationwide English language program for new immigrants.

4- what about joining schools, is it ok ? is it expensive ?

Again, it depends on where you live. If you're in the US legally then you can attend pretty much any school that will accept you. Many schools require proof of lawful presence (your green card), and will require you to pay foreign student tuition until you've been in the state long enough to be considered a resident. One year is typical.

Getting accepted into a school is another story. Most universities have more applicants than they have room for, so some students may not be accepted. Getting into a two year community college is generally easier. Tuition varies, depending on the caliber of the school and whether they receive any public funds. A full schedule at a community college for an in-state resident might be as little as a few thousand dollars per year, or even less. A full schedule at a private university may cost $35,000 per year, or more.