On February 2, 2005, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) issued a Final Rule in the Federal Register that changes some of the fees the DOS charges for certain processes. The rule is effective as of March 8, 2005.The rule adds the $500 Fraud Prevention...
The PERM regulation, which regular MurthyDotCom and MurthyBulletin readers are aware goes into effect on March 28, 2005, retains many of the concepts and provisions from the prior labor certification regulations. Included in this carry-over from current provisions are Schedule A occupations, including Physical Therapists...
President George W. Bush signed the Basic Pilot Extension and Expansion Act of 2003 (Public Law No. 108-156), into law on December 3, 2003. This new law extends and expands several important immigration programs through 2008. These programs were first introduced under the Illegal Immigration...
This overview examines the six-year limitation on a foreign national's stay in the United States in H1B status, and the exceptions to that limit. It also explains H1B portability, the H1B quota or "cap" provisions, and related matters. Duration of Stay in H1B Status The maximum duration...
Periodically, MurthyDotCom carries reports on pending legislation of interest to our readers. The process of making a bill into a law can be complex and intricate, involving many procedural aspects and potential variations. As a service to our readers, we take this opportunity to outline...
On December 20, 2001, the U.S. Senate voted in favor of two bills that grant work authorization to spouses of persons with "E" and "L" status. On September 5, 2001, these bills (H.R. 2277 and H.R. 2278) were passed by the U.S. House of Representatives....
The USCIS issued a reminder of the deadline for J-1 international medical graduates (IMGs) to enter the United States if they wish to apply for waivers of the two-year home return requirement under the Conrad 30 program, following completion of their training. This deadline for...
