The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) issued policy guidance specifying the definition of the term "academic year." as used for SEVP purposes. This is important because many immigration benefits available under the F-1 program are closely tied to how...
... I just learned that my father is ill and I would like to leave the U.S. and visit him for a couple of weeks. May I start my CPT employment one or two weeks late? Answer Unlike with regard to OPT, there is no unemployment limit...
A recent computer glitch in the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) system has led to the issuance of receipt notices (form I-797) that inadvertently include requests for evidence (RFEs). These receipt notices, asking for missing photographs, have been generated by the Nebraska Service Center...
The National Visa Center (NVC) has changed the requirements regarding supporting documentation submitted in immigrant visa applications. As of November 12, 2014, the NVC has begun accepting photocopies of civil documents, rather than requiring originals. Background on the NVC In cases where a foreign national wishes to...
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has designated three West African countries for temporary protected status (TPS), due to the outbreak of Ebola in the region. Effective November 21, 2014, nationals of Liberia, Guinea, and Sierra Leone living in the United States are eligible...
Answer Everyone will find out about any changes in the visa bulletin systems and other matters related to the executive actions as soon as we do! We will provide updates on MurthyDotCom as announcements are made and regulations are published. To stay informed about the immigration...
Answer If the I-140 has been approved, the priority date can be retained in a later-filed GC case. But, in order to upgrade from EB3 to EB2, it would be necessary to refile the PERM with a position that has EB2 level requirements. If the current...
Answer Generally, it is not necessary to redo the whole PERM when there is a move within a short (commutable) distance. However, just to be careful, given the seriousness of this situation, the exact details and locations should be reviewed by a qualified attorney, so that...
Answer There are always risks when applying for a visa at the consulate. However, students are allowed to travel while on OPT, as long as they don't violate the unemployment rules and have all the needed documents and proper employment. It would be best to work...
Following years of congressional deadlock, on November 20, 2014 President Obama unveiled his plans to exercise his executive powers to implement immigration reform. Included in his outline for reform was a provision to finalize new rules that will allow certain H-4 spouses to obtain employment...
