DocumentEvaluation Blog

  If you’ve completed your education in India and are planning to study or work in the United States, it’s natural to question whether your degree will be accepted. The answer depends on how your qualifications are evaluated and understood in the U.S. system. This article explains how recognition works, what credential evaluation involves, and when it becomes necessary. How Recognition of Indian Degrees Works in the U.S. In the United States, there is no central authority that automatically validates foreign degrees. Instead, recognition depends on individual institutions such as universities, employers, and professional licensing boards. Most Indian degrees from institutions recognized by bodies like the University Grants Commission (UGC) are considered legitimate. However, differences in academic structure can create confusion. For example, many Indian bachelor’s degrees are three years long, while U.S. bachelor’s programs typically span four years. Because of this, the same qual...

  Getting a Green Card through employment is one of the most common ways to become a permanent resident of the United States. This process allows skilled workers, professionals, researchers, executives, and some investors to live and work in the U.S. permanently. In this guide, you will learn how the employment-based Green Card system works, what steps are involved, and why document evaluation often becomes an important part of the process. Core Concept: What an Employment-Based Green Card Means An employment-based Green Card is granted to foreign nationals who qualify for permanent residency through a job offer, professional ability, or business investment. U.S. immigration law divides these applications into preference categories such as EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3, each based on skill level, education, or work experience. These categories help the government decide eligibility, priority dates, and visa availability. Some applicants apply with employer sponsorship, while others may self...