The Murthy Law Firm recently succeeded in helping a client obtain a green card based on the special provisions for a surviving spouse of a principal employment-based beneficiary who passed away. This client graciously granted permission for the Murthy Law Firm to share her story...
The U.S. State Department is reviewing the records of over 55 million foreign visa holders for potential revocation or deportation due to immigration rule violations. All visa holders are subject to ongoing vetting for eligibility....
A federal district court ruled on 29.Jul.2025, that the current EB5 investment sustainment requirement will remain in place while the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) works on formal rulemaking to implement changes from the EB5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 (RIA). The decision...
Recently, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) submitted a proposed rule to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), titled "Weighted Selection Process for Registrants and Petitioners Seeking to File Cap-Subject H-1B Petitions." While the text of the proposed rule has not yet been...
Effective September 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) will significantly restrict eligibility for nonimmigrant visa interview waivers, commonly referred to as “dropbox" appointments. Under the new policy, nearly all nonimmigrant visa applicants, including those applying to renew work visas (e.g., H1B), will be...
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) recently issued a memorandum outlining enforcement priorities developed based on the executive orders issued by Donald Trump since taking office. While the memo deals with multiple areas, Murthy Law Firm attorneys are especially concerned about the DOJ prioritization of...
On April 21, 2025, a federal judge issued a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) restoring the SEVIS record of a Murthy client after the firm sued the U.S. government over its unlawful termination....
Congress appears ready to pass the Laken Riley Act, which authorizes the detention of certain foreign nationals charged with theft and other crimes in the United States. This law also denounces the Biden Administration for its border policies and calls for stronger border enforcement measures. New...
Answer You typically need to cancel the existing appointment, and schedule a new appointment with a new DS-160 (indicating the appointment is for H-4.) It may be possible to reuse the fee. (15.Jan.2025)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information...
Answer It is possible to eMail USCIS lockbox support at lockboxsupport@uscis.dhs.gov to inquire about a filing that has not yet been receipted. You should include the form number, petitioner or applicant name, date of birth, and mailing address, as well as the lockbox the package was...
