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FrankNetter:
I haven’t abandoned this thread. School is on my neck like crazy. There’s always one assignment or essay or quiz coming up and it’s hitting me back to back; I’m trying to catch. Abeg bear with your boy. Biko.


Happy new month guys

Babyvet:
The problem people with our people they no like to hear word. Now that he is having problem, he is now disturbing people to help him. He now wants to divorce her and start the process all over again with someone else.

Babyvet:
Exactly , even the family petition takes a while . I like the federal skilled program that Canada has . I think people should take adavantage of it while it still lasts. If anyone thinks they can home here illegally today , I really pity them. One should not be deceived by the uncle or friend that has been living here illegally for 20 years. Things have gotten more strict.

radautoworks:
Again. You can "think" all you want but that doesn't change the facts. Why do you guys ask questions than refuse the answers given

OyinbowithaTan:
Green card residents can fly and do in the USA.


I have received an invitation to work with one of US regional's airlines as a captain, that was not something that US airline used to do, but nowadays because of the shortage they are sponsoring the visa processes for some cases
I have flown the Boeing 737-300 to 737-800 for at least 21 years (about 15,000 hrs on the type) and I have about 3,200 hrs on Twin Otter
Believe it or not, the salary that has been suggested by the US-based airline is not even half of what I get in the middle east, get your self a work in south-east Asia or middle east and stay away from China.

Originally Posted by the737capt View Post
I hold the european and australian passports
737,

I see. So you'd most likely come here as an Aussie on an E3 visa ?

I bet any regional would be quite happy to get you. If you have no FAA Part 121 experience, you'd have to knock out 1,000 hours of it before you could be employed as a captain:

https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/14/121.436


I'm a South African expat living and working in the US for the last 30+ years. Currently I'm flying as a B787 Captain for a major.

At least 23 years of age.
Graduate of a four-year degree program from a college or university accredited by a U.S. Dept. of Education recognized accrediting organization.
Degrees obtained from a non-U.S. institution must be evaluated for equivalency to U.S. degrees by a member organization of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).
Current passport or other travel documents enabling the bearer to freely exit and re-enter the U.S. (multiple reentry status) and be legally eligible to work in the U.S. (possess proper working documents).
FAA Requirements
FAA commercial airplane category pilot license with an instrument rating.
Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
Meets ALL minimum FAA airplane category ATP requirements (14 C.F.R. 61.159) including successful completion of the ATP written exam.
Flight Time Requirements
Minimum of 1,500 hours of total documented flight time.
Minimum of 1,000 hours of fixed wing turboprop or turbofan time.
90% of the flight time logged in powered lift category aircraft (e.g. AV-8B, F-35B, and V-22) will be credited to the Delta Air Lines 1,000 hour fixed wing turboprop/turbofan requirement.
Minimum of 250 hours PIC in an aircraft categorized as an airplane.
The flight time logged in a powered lift category aircraft cannot be credited towards PIC aircraft time in accordance with 14 C.F.R. 61.159.
Minimum of 50 hours of fixed wing multi-engine time.
https://www.deltajobs.net/pilot_qualifications.htm
https://www.pprune.org/north-america/611670-what-job-could-foreign-10k-hr-777-pilot-get-usa-2.html

EgunMogaji:
So there is a waiting list but they won't tell you what number you're in.

He's sure it has to do with his Iranian last name

But he did get in finally.

LUCAS99:
I never said 10 years. I said 5 years -10 years.

For a green card holder that just arrived the United States for about a Month ago and wants to become a Pilot can you please tell me how he is going to pass an FBI Background check since he just arrived the United States.

This is just similar to applying for a Credit Card without a Credit History.

The usual response from the Credit Bureau is denial due to insufficient credit history.

Maybe if you can specifically tell me anyone (non citizen with a green card) who is a pilot for the major airlines ( American Airlines, Delta Airlines & United Airlines) then your argument can be considered valid.

LUCAS99:
I never said 10 years. I said 5 years -10 years.

For a green card holder that just arrived the United States for about a Month ago and wants to become a Pilot can you please tell me how he is going to pass an FBI Background check since he just arrived the United States.

This is just similar to applying for a Credit Card without a Credit History.

The usual response from the Credit Bureau is denial due to insufficient credit history.

Maybe if you can specifically tell me anyone (non citizen with a green card) who is a pilot for the major airlines ( American Airlines, Delta Airlines & United Airlines) then your argument can be considered valid.

EgunMogaji:
I had a coworker that waited 15 years in line to become a flight controller.

He was finally hired just two years short of aging out.

LUCAS99:
Let's just assume that the 5 year - 10 year Background Check requirement is waived and one of the new hires end up crashing an air plane into a tall rise building killing thousands of people again who do you think would be held responsible?

I don't think the Background Check should be waived since it has worked great since 9/11.

The last thing we need is someone from oversea trying to cause harm to the American People.

Remember it only takes just one person...s

LUCAS99:
You have to pass a Comprehensive 5 year - 10 year Background Check conducted by the TSA in conjunction with the FBI inorder to work in the airport.

Also any Criminal offense other than a Misdemeanor automatically disqualifies you from obtaining the Job.

So most Nigerians who have resided in the United States for less than 5 years might not be able to pass the Comprehensive Background Check.

I recently applied to work as a TSA Agent in Miami International Airport & as a Passenger Service Agent at Fort Lauderdale International Airport.

As of now I'm still waiting for my Background Check results to come out.

Both jobs pay very well.

TSA Agents make around $16.67/hr While Passenger Service Agents make around $13.98/hr

EgunMogaji:
I didn’t get the commercial but did get the private years later. But chicken wey no die still fit chop corn tomorrow

What’s PR?

EgunMogaji:
I wasn't bothered enough to think too deep about it.

I think though that there's a resentment because most Nigerians specifically do very well and we thrive here like a water side yam tuber.

When I left Nigeria in 86 I have never set my eyes on a computer before and I actually came to the US to earn my commercial pilots license but once I discovered computers here then I switched majors immidiately.

Though I read on here of Nigerians washing "corpers" etc but we have a lot of Nigerians in very high places in the USA.

So my advice to folks is to keep their eyes on the ball.

joessi:
It a nice car. Fit for Nigerian road. Its was unveiled international since last year or so its the 2017 version.. Of camry awesome ride. So surprise it dint win car of the year award

Babyvet:
Through the express entry program, from what I told and they did not check status. So the person can leave, just won't be able to come to the US for a certain period of time or may never be able to come back.

Originalsly:
You lost me..... guess you're on a different OS.

Babyvet:
Please I know damn well what I’m talking about . Why the would the dude get a visiting visa if he plans to move to Canada ? He can try the the federeal skilled express entry program which grants pr if he is approved and it would be easier for him to get it from here than back home . He is going to school here and if he can get the opt and get some work experience here even better. He would also be able to raise the money needed for the proof of funds . I know of many people, including people in my field who had to take that route when no pathway for green card was available for them while living here. Please Canada immigration is much fairer than here , there is even illegal immigrants who lived here for years who moved from here and got there Canadian pr. Also do your research online and see all the stories especially from Indians who moved to Canada due to America tough immigration system.

yemiosinbajo:
This is right.

As I said, your wording is the problem. Once approved, there is nothing like "the GC comes first". Saying something comes first means that another thing is coming later. In other words, by saying if approved the GC comes first, you are literally saying that the work permit will follow. However, this is not the case, because once the GC comes, the work permit does not come, so you have to remove the "first".

If the GC is approved, the EAD is no longer needed and will no longer come.

yemiosinbajo:
This is right.

As I said, your wording is the problem. Once approved, there is nothing like "the GC comes first". Saying something comes first means that another thing is coming later. In other words, by saying if approved the GC comes first, you are literally saying that the work permit will follow. However, this is not the case, because once the GC comes, the work permit does not come, so you have to remove the "first".

If the GC is approved, the EAD is no longer needed and will no longer come.

Chapecoense:
I can tell you vehemently that some People get interview dates even before an EAD is issued. If the petition is approved on the Interview date, [/b]Then a GC will arrive in hand within a month, There by having no need for an EAD[b]. This is not common tho, but depends on the state the beneficiary lives in and how fast the service centre and the field office assigned to handle the case are working.
yemiosinbajo

yemiosinbajo:
Dude, you are talking about people who voluntarily choose not to apply for an EAD. You have the choice not to apply for an EAD, and in that case, you may get your green card without getting an EAD. It is not compulsory you apply for an EAD, as not everyone needs it. If you do choose to apply for an EAD at the time you apply for a green card, especially in the marriage case as you cited, your green card does not come before the EAD. That is where your wrong information comes from.

"The work permit typically arrives just about 90 days after the application is received by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). (It takes much longer for the green card itself to arrive: 10-13 months or over 3 years, depending on the situation.)"

https://www.boundless.com/immigration-resources/working-in-the-united-states-while-waiting-for-your-green-card/
https://www.uscis.gov/greencard/employment-authorization-document

yemiosinbajo:
Dude, you are talking about people who voluntarily choose not to apply for an EAD. You have the choice not to apply for an EAD, and in that case, you may get your green card without getting an EAD. It is not compulsory you apply for an EAD, as not everyone needs it. If you do choose to apply for an EAD at the time you apply for a green card, especially in the marriage case as you cited, your green card does not come before the EAD. That is where your wrong information comes from.

"The work permit typically arrives just about 90 days after the application is received by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). (It takes much longer for the green card itself to arrive: 10-13 months or over 3 years, depending on the situation.)"

https://www.boundless.com/immigration-resources/working-in-the-united-states-while-waiting-for-your-green-card/
https://www.uscis.gov/greencard/employment-authorization-document

LagosismyHome:
Yes I see how this can happen but the sentence should have been only PR based on AOS through marriage .....

But the original comment is about giving PR immediately they issue work permit to people ....if we are talking of usual work visa H1b, Opt etc . Then never heard of PR given automatically with the work permit

yemiosinbajo:
[/b]

@emboldened Where did you get this wrong information from?

Beautyaddy:
Not correct.

Most if not all work permits are given way ahead of any green card approval. Most work permits are valid for only a year pending on the type of petitions being filed. Once the green card is approved the work permit is useless because the green card(permanent residence card) supersedes the work permit card's authority to work anywhere.

LagosismyHome:
I can confirm that it NOT TRUE that green card OR PR is automatically given with work permit

Backfornow:
Are you directing this to me?

Babyvet:
It is very true, this is coming from someone working in the field so I'm able to decipher rates more easily. Wages vary from state to state and are relative to cost of living. A new nurse in tennessee for example can earn as as low late teens to early $20's per hour. A new new nurse New York or calfornia can earn upwards of $40 per hour or more but cost of living is much more . As far as tuition reimbursement, those are a few these days and most hospitals are starting to prefer bsn prepared nurses. Also loan repayment are also rare. Also new graduate rates are set in the hospital and are usually non negotiable. As far as nursing homes, I would be vary of some of them as they may cost you your license because some of them are runned very poorely. The nursing homes in my area pay less than the hospitals and I found it funny how most of them were staffed with africans. Also be wary of places offering huge sign on bonuses, some of them are badly runned. I just want to clear up misconceptions about this field and want people to think objectively when choosing a field. There is a reason why they always need nurses , the field has alot of turn over rate to it because it's very stressful and alot politics involved.