How do I get a nursing job in London as a newly graduate RN?
I am a newly graduating nurse with a RN license, who wants to live in London, England (yes I know about the lower pay grade for RNs....) I have dual citizenship in America and Jamaica, which was a british colony. Would I need sponsorship and how would I go about it?
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yes you need sp;onsorship and chance is slim
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Thursday, July 28, 2011
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Nursing and Single Parenthood
Nursing and Single Parenthood?
Ok, I'm a single mum as the title says, my son is 18 months old and I'm 21, his dad isn't involved, and we're English. When he was born, I applied to study nursing in London (I live about two hours away so we'd move). To my amazement I was given an unconditional offer at one of the two top places in the country to do it. I ended up deferring that year as it was looking difficult to start it all then with my son so young. Then by the end of last year things were looking pretty impossible. I'd be working irregular shifts, including the odd very occasional nightshift, leading to massive childcare problems, I think the only way I could do it was if I had an au pair, which would mean needing an extra room which I don't know if I could afford. I'd be working many hours a day and then coming home and having to do more work and I was worrying I'd get no time with my son. And I'd be in London, and although it's my dream to move away and start a new life elsewhere and this is probably my only opportunity, the fact that I have a baby and no friends or family around there is a bit nervewracking. So I ended up declining my place, and now I'm studying an Open University degree in history from home, which is ok but not particularly inspiring if I'm honest, and I still live with my dad which is driving me slowly insane. However now they've been sending me welcome letters and I've just had an answerphone message asking if I'm still going to be attending in September, so they have obviously neglected to record the fact that I've withdrawn, so it feels like I've been given another opportunity. I need to ring back today or tomorrow and let them know and I just don't know what to do. Everything seems to be pointing against me doing it, but it just feels like I'm turning down a massive opportunity to study somewhere really good and be directed straight into a stable career. And this is my last chance, because in future years they are getting rid of the diploma in nursing, and I don't have the qualifications to get onto the degree. However I would not sacrifice my relationship with my son for anything in the world. But I really don't know if it's going to be as bad as I'm imagining. I also think that, even when I'm done studying, working as a nurse and being a single mother is going to mean I'm missing a lot of things for my son. His birthday is 3 days after Christmas so statistically I would miss at least one of these occasions every year, for example, and I hate the thought of him being stuck with relatives without me. Has anybody done this, or been close to anybody who has? Be completely honest with me - is it a viable option for a single parent, both the studying and the actual career? Or do I need to say goodbye to it and keep doing what I'm doing now?
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i can't say ive ever actually been given an opportunity such as you but i do know that ive held back a lot from moving to a new place and pursuing new things due to having kids. ive always thought i would take the chance if ever given an actual opportunity. my want to move away from where i live now and my dreams to get back into a career that i love are high but, as you stated, i have no family elsewhere and i often worry about the childcare issue. if i had a real reason to go id like to think that i would but i guess i just haven't been given a real reason yet. i do think that it would probably be a lot easier than i think and that we would be able to adjust and i would find a way to make things work, but since i have no real reason to ive just stuck with what i have here and what im doing now, hoping some day ill be given an opportunity to actually do what i want. as for your situation, i think you have definitely been given an extra opportunity that you should seriously consider. you have mentioned many times that you feel it is time to move out of your father's house and this would be the perfect reason/opportunity. plus, you get the chance at a career that you'll be really happy in. sure there will be hard times and sacrifices, but that comes with everything in life. it might be hard, but im sure you would find a way to make things work.
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Ok, I'm a single mum as the title says, my son is 18 months old and I'm 21, his dad isn't involved, and we're English. When he was born, I applied to study nursing in London (I live about two hours away so we'd move). To my amazement I was given an unconditional offer at one of the two top places in the country to do it. I ended up deferring that year as it was looking difficult to start it all then with my son so young. Then by the end of last year things were looking pretty impossible. I'd be working irregular shifts, including the odd very occasional nightshift, leading to massive childcare problems, I think the only way I could do it was if I had an au pair, which would mean needing an extra room which I don't know if I could afford. I'd be working many hours a day and then coming home and having to do more work and I was worrying I'd get no time with my son. And I'd be in London, and although it's my dream to move away and start a new life elsewhere and this is probably my only opportunity, the fact that I have a baby and no friends or family around there is a bit nervewracking. So I ended up declining my place, and now I'm studying an Open University degree in history from home, which is ok but not particularly inspiring if I'm honest, and I still live with my dad which is driving me slowly insane. However now they've been sending me welcome letters and I've just had an answerphone message asking if I'm still going to be attending in September, so they have obviously neglected to record the fact that I've withdrawn, so it feels like I've been given another opportunity. I need to ring back today or tomorrow and let them know and I just don't know what to do. Everything seems to be pointing against me doing it, but it just feels like I'm turning down a massive opportunity to study somewhere really good and be directed straight into a stable career. And this is my last chance, because in future years they are getting rid of the diploma in nursing, and I don't have the qualifications to get onto the degree. However I would not sacrifice my relationship with my son for anything in the world. But I really don't know if it's going to be as bad as I'm imagining. I also think that, even when I'm done studying, working as a nurse and being a single mother is going to mean I'm missing a lot of things for my son. His birthday is 3 days after Christmas so statistically I would miss at least one of these occasions every year, for example, and I hate the thought of him being stuck with relatives without me. Has anybody done this, or been close to anybody who has? Be completely honest with me - is it a viable option for a single parent, both the studying and the actual career? Or do I need to say goodbye to it and keep doing what I'm doing now?
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i can't say ive ever actually been given an opportunity such as you but i do know that ive held back a lot from moving to a new place and pursuing new things due to having kids. ive always thought i would take the chance if ever given an actual opportunity. my want to move away from where i live now and my dreams to get back into a career that i love are high but, as you stated, i have no family elsewhere and i often worry about the childcare issue. if i had a real reason to go id like to think that i would but i guess i just haven't been given a real reason yet. i do think that it would probably be a lot easier than i think and that we would be able to adjust and i would find a way to make things work, but since i have no real reason to ive just stuck with what i have here and what im doing now, hoping some day ill be given an opportunity to actually do what i want. as for your situation, i think you have definitely been given an extra opportunity that you should seriously consider. you have mentioned many times that you feel it is time to move out of your father's house and this would be the perfect reason/opportunity. plus, you get the chance at a career that you'll be really happy in. sure there will be hard times and sacrifices, but that comes with everything in life. it might be hard, but im sure you would find a way to make things work.
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Thursday, July 7, 2011
Nursing and Single Parenthood
Nursing and Single Parenthood?
Ok, I'm a single mum as the title says, my son is 18 months old and I'm 21, his dad isn't involved, and we're English. When he was born, I applied to study nursing in London (I live about two hours away so we'd move). To my amazement I was given an unconditional offer at one of the two top places in the country to do it. I ended up deferring that year as it was looking difficult to start it all then with my son so young. Then by the end of last year things were looking pretty impossible. I'd be working irregular shifts, including the odd very occasional nightshift, leading to massive childcare problems, I think the only way I could do it was if I had an au pair, which would mean needing an extra room which I don't know if I could afford. I'd be working many hours a day and then coming home and having to do more work and I was worrying I'd get no time with my son. And I'd be in London, and although it's my dream to move away and start a new life elsewhere and this is probably my only opportunity, the fact that I have a baby and no friends or family around there is a bit nervewracking. So I ended up declining my place, and now I'm studying an Open University degree in history from home, which is ok but not particularly inspiring if I'm honest, and I still live with my dad which is driving me slowly insane. However now they've been sending me welcome letters and I've just had an answerphone message asking if I'm still going to be attending in September, so they have obviously neglected to record the fact that I've withdrawn, so it feels like I've been given another opportunity. I need to ring back today or tomorrow and let them know and I just don't know what to do. Everything seems to be pointing against me doing it, but it just feels like I'm turning down a massive opportunity to study somewhere really good and be directed straight into a stable career. And this is my last chance, because in future years they are getting rid of the diploma in nursing, and I don't have the qualifications to get onto the degree. However I would not sacrifice my relationship with my son for anything in the world. But I really don't know if it's going to be as bad as I'm imagining. I also think that, even when I'm done studying, working as a nurse and being a single mother is going to mean I'm missing a lot of things for my son. His birthday is 3 days after Christmas so statistically I would miss at least one of these occasions every year, for example, and I hate the thought of him being stuck with relatives without me. Has anybody done this, or been close to anybody who has? Be completely honest with me - is it a viable option for a single parent, both the studying and the actual career? Or do I need to say goodbye to it and keep doing what I'm doing now?
Parenting - 3 Answers
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I have a friend who went off to university and her daughter was around 10 months. No I'm not going to sit here and say it was easy to do because she also had many childcare issues. But you know what. Go for the open even at least. See what your options are. Also you could start looking around for childcare. You may be able to apply for tax credits to help towards childcare costs. But whats the harm in going to the open evening? You never know. This could be the opportunity you needed.
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I'm also a single mom and I think you should totally do this or you will forever regret it. I got pregnant with TWINS in my 1st year of college, gave birth to them 1 week after exams, went back for second year when they were 4 months old, graduated, worked for a year or so, went back to college for a different diploma when they were 2.5 years old, graduated a year later. I also work in a field that requires me to work odd hours, occasional overnights, occasional holidays ect. When I first took the job, I thought it would be so difficult, but it really hasn't been. My family has really stepped up to help, my boyfriend watches them sometimes too. You said you have no friends or family around you, but you could make friends. You can hire occasional babysitters, don't have to go all out on an au pair, but hey if you think that's what you need, then do that. Since you'd have to move, why not try and find like a roomate who instead of paying rent, babysits your son? I strongly believe in that cliche "where there's a will, there's a way". Think back to when you were pregnant, weren't you scared, didn't you think taking care of a baby on your own would be impossible? but you found a way. As far as working as a nurse, there's so many different types of nursing jobs out there. Nurses who work in doctor's offices or schools never have to work evenings/weekends/overnights. Yes, if you work in a hospital or nursing home you may need to work some holidays. I've had to work some holidays, but I don't have to work the whole day. You might end up working an 8-4 shift on X-mas, well you're still home for dinner, or if it's a 4pm-midnight shift then you'd be there for X-mas morning and afternoon. Or his birthday, well most people aren't home the entire day on their kids b-day. Parents work, kids go to school, they celebrate at dinnertime, have a party on the weekend before or after. I don't think these are problems that should make you reconsider a career in nursing altogether.
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I'm a single mum of two children age 2 and 4. I am also a nurse. I work for a private company now, 3 days a week, 8am-6pm. I get plenty of time with my children, reading bedtime stories to them on my work days is always a lovely way to end my day. I absolutely love my job, I give chemo and other IV therapies to patients in their own homes. I do have to be on call on a regular basis, but have never been called out yet. I have a fantastic childminder, so I'm very lucky in that respect. Have you considered sharing a nanny or au pair with another single mum? You could ask at the college if they have a nursery, or they may know of one. There is always a solution! Don't give up your dreams of becoming a nurse! Its the best and most rewarding job in the world and I love it! Good luck!
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Ok, I'm a single mum as the title says, my son is 18 months old and I'm 21, his dad isn't involved, and we're English. When he was born, I applied to study nursing in London (I live about two hours away so we'd move). To my amazement I was given an unconditional offer at one of the two top places in the country to do it. I ended up deferring that year as it was looking difficult to start it all then with my son so young. Then by the end of last year things were looking pretty impossible. I'd be working irregular shifts, including the odd very occasional nightshift, leading to massive childcare problems, I think the only way I could do it was if I had an au pair, which would mean needing an extra room which I don't know if I could afford. I'd be working many hours a day and then coming home and having to do more work and I was worrying I'd get no time with my son. And I'd be in London, and although it's my dream to move away and start a new life elsewhere and this is probably my only opportunity, the fact that I have a baby and no friends or family around there is a bit nervewracking. So I ended up declining my place, and now I'm studying an Open University degree in history from home, which is ok but not particularly inspiring if I'm honest, and I still live with my dad which is driving me slowly insane. However now they've been sending me welcome letters and I've just had an answerphone message asking if I'm still going to be attending in September, so they have obviously neglected to record the fact that I've withdrawn, so it feels like I've been given another opportunity. I need to ring back today or tomorrow and let them know and I just don't know what to do. Everything seems to be pointing against me doing it, but it just feels like I'm turning down a massive opportunity to study somewhere really good and be directed straight into a stable career. And this is my last chance, because in future years they are getting rid of the diploma in nursing, and I don't have the qualifications to get onto the degree. However I would not sacrifice my relationship with my son for anything in the world. But I really don't know if it's going to be as bad as I'm imagining. I also think that, even when I'm done studying, working as a nurse and being a single mother is going to mean I'm missing a lot of things for my son. His birthday is 3 days after Christmas so statistically I would miss at least one of these occasions every year, for example, and I hate the thought of him being stuck with relatives without me. Has anybody done this, or been close to anybody who has? Be completely honest with me - is it a viable option for a single parent, both the studying and the actual career? Or do I need to say goodbye to it and keep doing what I'm doing now?
Parenting - 3 Answers
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1 :
I have a friend who went off to university and her daughter was around 10 months. No I'm not going to sit here and say it was easy to do because she also had many childcare issues. But you know what. Go for the open even at least. See what your options are. Also you could start looking around for childcare. You may be able to apply for tax credits to help towards childcare costs. But whats the harm in going to the open evening? You never know. This could be the opportunity you needed.
2 :
I'm also a single mom and I think you should totally do this or you will forever regret it. I got pregnant with TWINS in my 1st year of college, gave birth to them 1 week after exams, went back for second year when they were 4 months old, graduated, worked for a year or so, went back to college for a different diploma when they were 2.5 years old, graduated a year later. I also work in a field that requires me to work odd hours, occasional overnights, occasional holidays ect. When I first took the job, I thought it would be so difficult, but it really hasn't been. My family has really stepped up to help, my boyfriend watches them sometimes too. You said you have no friends or family around you, but you could make friends. You can hire occasional babysitters, don't have to go all out on an au pair, but hey if you think that's what you need, then do that. Since you'd have to move, why not try and find like a roomate who instead of paying rent, babysits your son? I strongly believe in that cliche "where there's a will, there's a way". Think back to when you were pregnant, weren't you scared, didn't you think taking care of a baby on your own would be impossible? but you found a way. As far as working as a nurse, there's so many different types of nursing jobs out there. Nurses who work in doctor's offices or schools never have to work evenings/weekends/overnights. Yes, if you work in a hospital or nursing home you may need to work some holidays. I've had to work some holidays, but I don't have to work the whole day. You might end up working an 8-4 shift on X-mas, well you're still home for dinner, or if it's a 4pm-midnight shift then you'd be there for X-mas morning and afternoon. Or his birthday, well most people aren't home the entire day on their kids b-day. Parents work, kids go to school, they celebrate at dinnertime, have a party on the weekend before or after. I don't think these are problems that should make you reconsider a career in nursing altogether.
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I'm a single mum of two children age 2 and 4. I am also a nurse. I work for a private company now, 3 days a week, 8am-6pm. I get plenty of time with my children, reading bedtime stories to them on my work days is always a lovely way to end my day. I absolutely love my job, I give chemo and other IV therapies to patients in their own homes. I do have to be on call on a regular basis, but have never been called out yet. I have a fantastic childminder, so I'm very lucky in that respect. Have you considered sharing a nanny or au pair with another single mum? You could ask at the college if they have a nursery, or they may know of one. There is always a solution! Don't give up your dreams of becoming a nurse! Its the best and most rewarding job in the world and I love it! Good luck!
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Friday, July 1, 2011
What do I need to do to live in America when I'm older? I need help and advice, especially from American's
What do I need to do to live in America when I'm older? I need help and advice, especially from American's!?
Okay so basically, I live in London and I've been on holiday to America about three times and I absolotely love it, I thought at first it was just because I was on holiday, so I went on a more realistic visit to New York, and I love it. I've always wanted to live in America, I feel the people are so friendly and I seem to click with them more than I do with people here! I had some American friends come over for a while and they said that I just need to have good qualifications etc. But I'm wondering what qualifications do I need? My GCSE's are all good grades, and so are my A levels that I'm taking currently. But I want to go to university in America as well, and my parent's said they would fund this as they know I want to live there. I also have a Level 2 NVQ in Beauty Therapy from the London Beauty Academy. I looked at how to get visa's but none really suited my situation and to be honest I didn't really understand it! Apparently there is a shortage of Doctors and Nurses? But I am not the type of person to be one of them, so is there no other way I can come to America unless I'm one of them? I'm very good at computers and hope to take a degree or something in them, or anything that will get me to America! Hopefully someone can help! Thanks! xxxxxx
Immigration - 4 Answers
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It is desperately unfair, but our current immigration laws are quite biased against Europeans. There used to be an immigration lottery, but I'm not sure how that works. Why don't you come to school here for a year or so? That way you'll be here for a while to see if you REALLY like it, and also being here you would meet people who may be able to help you, or you may hear of jobs or people who would sponsor you. Good Luck. >>>>>>>>> Michael is right, the system is deliberately set agains the immigration of White people from Europe. The requirements for Europeans are unrealistically high, yet we let head-hunters from Borneo or uneducated goard herders from Ghana come here.
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You would need an advanced degree at least a masters, ideally a PHD in chemistry and around 10 year commerical experience before a company would even consider sponsoring you. Its almost impossible to move to the US from the UK at the moment.
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As a UK-US-Canadian Citizen, I can guarentee you that there is a massive difference between living in the USA and just being on holiday there, and that many Brits that go to USA end up moving back within 3 years. The culture is similar, yes, but theres so many differences too. But if you're serious, let me just say that 99% of American employers don't have a scratch of a clue what most foreign qualifications are/mean except from university-level degrees. GCSE's, A-Levels, NVQ's, whatever? Unheard of. You don't HAVE to be a doctor/nurse, nor do you need a PhD in Chemistry with 10 years experience. If you train as a physician, you do get accepted into America straight away, but thats the only way right now. The easiest way for someone in your position to get into USA is to marry someone from there (unless you're gay - you can't get marriage visas for homosexual couples). If you want work-based immigration, then look into specialising in the science or engineering field. There's lots of opportunities there. Do NOT bother with an Arts qualification if you want to go to America.
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If you wish to move to the USA ask yourself these questions: Is there a US citizen willing to marry me to sponsor me for a US visa? It must be marriage. Cohabitation does not count. Just note that the USA does not recognize gay marriage. The US fiancé must be over 21 and making more than 125% of what is considered a poverty line income where they live. Do I have a degree and skills in a STEM field? These are fields in the sciences, technology, engineering or medicine that are in demand in the USA. A masters degree is best. Such a degree will get you an H-1B. Do I work for an employer with a US office who is willing to transfer me there? This is an L visa. Can I get a job as an “au pair†Have I entered and won the diversity lottery? Can I raise at least US$150,000 so start a business in the USA? $350,000 would be a better figure. Do I have at least US$500,000 to invest in a US business that is already operating? Am I the member of a religious organization that can use me as a minister or other religious worker in the USA? Am I a bonafide refugee so that I can claim refugee status? Please note that you cannot arrive in the USA from a “safe†country. Have I assisted the US government is a special way? Am I a world famous entertainer? Do I have a parent, brother, sister or child (over the age of 21) who can sponsor me? Do I have well to do parent who can sponsor me through four years of university in the USA in a STEM field so I have a hope of getting an employer to sponsor me for an H-1B then a green card after I graduate. Please note this will cost between US$125,000 and US$300,000. Am I Canadian citizen who can qualify for a TN Visa. (Look up TN Visa on www.wikipedia.org)? Or an Australian who can qualify for an E-3 (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/E-3_visa) If the answer to any of these is yes then you have a chance of getting a visa to work in the USA. Otherwise it is not likely to happen.
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Okay so basically, I live in London and I've been on holiday to America about three times and I absolotely love it, I thought at first it was just because I was on holiday, so I went on a more realistic visit to New York, and I love it. I've always wanted to live in America, I feel the people are so friendly and I seem to click with them more than I do with people here! I had some American friends come over for a while and they said that I just need to have good qualifications etc. But I'm wondering what qualifications do I need? My GCSE's are all good grades, and so are my A levels that I'm taking currently. But I want to go to university in America as well, and my parent's said they would fund this as they know I want to live there. I also have a Level 2 NVQ in Beauty Therapy from the London Beauty Academy. I looked at how to get visa's but none really suited my situation and to be honest I didn't really understand it! Apparently there is a shortage of Doctors and Nurses? But I am not the type of person to be one of them, so is there no other way I can come to America unless I'm one of them? I'm very good at computers and hope to take a degree or something in them, or anything that will get me to America! Hopefully someone can help! Thanks! xxxxxx
Immigration - 4 Answers
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1 :
It is desperately unfair, but our current immigration laws are quite biased against Europeans. There used to be an immigration lottery, but I'm not sure how that works. Why don't you come to school here for a year or so? That way you'll be here for a while to see if you REALLY like it, and also being here you would meet people who may be able to help you, or you may hear of jobs or people who would sponsor you. Good Luck. >>>>>>>>> Michael is right, the system is deliberately set agains the immigration of White people from Europe. The requirements for Europeans are unrealistically high, yet we let head-hunters from Borneo or uneducated goard herders from Ghana come here.
2 :
You would need an advanced degree at least a masters, ideally a PHD in chemistry and around 10 year commerical experience before a company would even consider sponsoring you. Its almost impossible to move to the US from the UK at the moment.
3 :
As a UK-US-Canadian Citizen, I can guarentee you that there is a massive difference between living in the USA and just being on holiday there, and that many Brits that go to USA end up moving back within 3 years. The culture is similar, yes, but theres so many differences too. But if you're serious, let me just say that 99% of American employers don't have a scratch of a clue what most foreign qualifications are/mean except from university-level degrees. GCSE's, A-Levels, NVQ's, whatever? Unheard of. You don't HAVE to be a doctor/nurse, nor do you need a PhD in Chemistry with 10 years experience. If you train as a physician, you do get accepted into America straight away, but thats the only way right now. The easiest way for someone in your position to get into USA is to marry someone from there (unless you're gay - you can't get marriage visas for homosexual couples). If you want work-based immigration, then look into specialising in the science or engineering field. There's lots of opportunities there. Do NOT bother with an Arts qualification if you want to go to America.
4 :
If you wish to move to the USA ask yourself these questions: Is there a US citizen willing to marry me to sponsor me for a US visa? It must be marriage. Cohabitation does not count. Just note that the USA does not recognize gay marriage. The US fiancé must be over 21 and making more than 125% of what is considered a poverty line income where they live. Do I have a degree and skills in a STEM field? These are fields in the sciences, technology, engineering or medicine that are in demand in the USA. A masters degree is best. Such a degree will get you an H-1B. Do I work for an employer with a US office who is willing to transfer me there? This is an L visa. Can I get a job as an “au pair†Have I entered and won the diversity lottery? Can I raise at least US$150,000 so start a business in the USA? $350,000 would be a better figure. Do I have at least US$500,000 to invest in a US business that is already operating? Am I the member of a religious organization that can use me as a minister or other religious worker in the USA? Am I a bonafide refugee so that I can claim refugee status? Please note that you cannot arrive in the USA from a “safe†country. Have I assisted the US government is a special way? Am I a world famous entertainer? Do I have a parent, brother, sister or child (over the age of 21) who can sponsor me? Do I have well to do parent who can sponsor me through four years of university in the USA in a STEM field so I have a hope of getting an employer to sponsor me for an H-1B then a green card after I graduate. Please note this will cost between US$125,000 and US$300,000. Am I Canadian citizen who can qualify for a TN Visa. (Look up TN Visa on www.wikipedia.org)? Or an Australian who can qualify for an E-3 (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/E-3_visa) If the answer to any of these is yes then you have a chance of getting a visa to work in the USA. Otherwise it is not likely to happen.
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