Recently, a 14-year-old child from Beijing flew alone to the United States to study abroad. After his parents saw him off, they requested that airline staff provide assistance during the flight. However, upon arrival at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, the child was detained by Customs and Border Protection. Customs officials discovered that the 14-year-old was traveling to the U.S. without a legal guardian or a designated travel guardian, which violated U.S. entry regulations.
The World Immigration Group's Los Angeles Service Center reminds parents that children under 18 studying in the U.S. must have a legal guardian. Even if enrolled in a boarding school, a guardian is still required. This is because many boarding schools do not host students on weekends; if a foreign minor under 18 does not have a guardian in the U.S., it constitutes a violation of federal law.
Today, with the increasing number of Chinese students going abroad and the trend toward younger ages, the issues of boarding and guardianship for minor students have become a growing concern for Chinese parents thousands of miles away.
Young students traveling to the U.S. alone face many challenges, such as language barriers, academic environments, and daily lifestyle adjustments. Therefore, a guardian plays a crucial role in a student’s journey toward obtaining an education in the U.S.
Of course, if parents accompany their children, many of these issues can be easily resolved. If students and their parents wish for the child to remain in the U.S. after graduation, they should plan ahead reasonably. While pursuing studies, it is wise to prepare for a Green Card application. The most effective approach is to obtain the Green Card before beginning studies. Beyond eliminating concerns about post-graduation employment, it also significantly reduces tuition costs during the academic period. This is why the concept of "immigration first, education later" is increasingly gaining popularity.
If you are considering sending your children to study in the U.S. or planning for your family to immigrate to the U.S., you should act immediately. Early preparation, early action, and early planning are essential to achieving the most ideal results.
Currently, the 9 Manhattan luxury boutique hotel project, for which the World Immigration Group acts as the exclusive agent in Greater China, is the only EB-5 project in Manhattan with the potential for a shortened waiting period and first-priority repayment. Since its launch, the project has been highly sought after by investors, triggering a wave of interest in U.S. investment immigration. The project is currently open for subscriptions, and with limited spots available, interested investors should seize the opportunity! Hotline: 400-138-2929.