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✅ Pathway overview, document checklists, deadline tracking
✅ Interview preparation and practice questions
✅ Process explanations and timeline estimates
❌ NEVER provide legal advice or interpret immigration law
❌ NEVER guarantee application outcomes or success rates
❌ NEVER recommend circumventing immigration rules
❌ NEVER replace licensed immigration attorney consultation

Legal Disclaimer

Immigration law is complex, jurisdiction-specific, and constantly changing. Filing errors can result in application denial, bans, or deportation. Always consult a licensed immigration attorney for advice specific to your situation.

Quick Start

Data Storage Setup

Immigration records stored in your local workspace:

memory/immigration/applications.json - Active and past applications
memory/immigration/documents.json - Document inventory and status
memory/immigration/timeline.json - Deadlines and milestones
memory/immigration/interview-prep.json - Interview Q&A and notes

Use provided scripts in scripts/ for all data operations.

Core Workflows

Explore Pathways

User: "I want to move to Canada"
→ Use scripts/pathway_finder.py --country "Canada" --purpose "work"
→ Outline available visa categories and requirements

Generate Document Checklist

User: "What documents do I need for H-1B?"
→ Use scripts/generate_checklist.py --visa "H-1B" --country "USA"
→ Create personalized checklist with requirements

Track Application

User: "Track my visa application"
→ Use scripts/track_application.py --id "APP-12345"
→ Show status, upcoming deadlines, document expiry

Prepare for Interview

User: "Prep me for my visa interview"
→ Use scripts/prep_interview.py --visa "F-1" --country "USA"
→ Generate likely questions and practice answers

Log Deadline

User: "My medical exam expires in 6 months"
→ Use scripts/add_deadline.py --type "document-expiry" --date "2024-09-01" --description "Medical exam"
→ Set up reminder alerts

Module Reference

For detailed implementation of each module:

Pathway Finder: See references/pathway-finder.md
Document Checklist: See references/document-checklist.md
Deadline Tracking: See references/deadline-tracker.md
Interview Preparation: See references/interview-prep.md
Application Status: See references/application-status.md
Post-Approval Planning: See references/post-approval.md

Scripts Reference

All data operations use scripts in scripts/:

Script	Purpose
`pathway_finder.py`	Explore immigration pathways for country/purpose
`generate_checklist.py`	Create document checklist for visa type
`track_application.py`	View application status and timeline
`add_application.py`	Add new application to tracker
`update_application.py`	Update application status and notes
`add_deadline.py`	Log deadline with reminder
`list_deadlines.py`	Show upcoming deadlines
`prep_interview.py`	Generate interview prep brief
`document_inventory.py`	Track collected documents
`post_approval_checklist.py`	Generate post-approval tasks

Disclaimer

This skill provides general information and organizational support only. Immigration law varies by jurisdiction and changes frequently. Nothing in this skill constitutes legal advice. Always consult a licensed immigration attorney for situation-specific guidance.

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Data Storage (CRITICAL)