Answer No, there have not been any recent changes. For now, we are still waiting to see what Congress will do regarding reauthorization of the EB5 regional center program. Congress passed a continuing resolution to keep the government funded through February 18, 2022. The hope is...
Facebook has entered into two separate settlement agreements with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) following allegations that the company discriminated against U.S. workers with the PERM labor certification process. In accordance with the terms of the settlement,...
As of November 8, 2021, in order to board a flight bound for the United States, foreign nationals are generally required to provide evidence of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Additionally, irrespective of citizenship and vaccination status, all air passengers ages 2 or older must...
For many years, Charles Oppenheim, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) Chief of the Visa Control and Reporting Division, has been providing monthly visa bulletin explanations and predictions. He is scheduled to retire in December 2021, but he did make the time to provide some...
Answer Generally speaking, it is possible to remain on OPT rather than apply for a change to H1B with the previous employer. Typically, this would not have a negative impact on the individual. (02.Dec.2021)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For...
Answer Yes, this may be possible. Employer A would need to file the cap-subject H1B petition and get it approved. Assuming it is approved, immigration law generally would permit Employer B to file an H1B petition requesting concurrent employment. (02.Dec.2021)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide...
Answer Yes, it normally is possible to file an H1B petition requesting part-time employment. (02.Dec.2021)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our FREE online services, click here. Access more FAQs here. Copyright © 2021, MURTHY LAW FIRM. All Rights...
In response to the emergence of the Omicron variant of COVID-19, President Biden has signed an executive order banning most travelers from 8 countries in Africa. Effective today, anyone subject to the executive order who has been in any of the following countries within the...
It has been nearly four centuries since, in 1621, the Pilgrims marked this as the time of year to give thanks. They rejoiced in the harvest and the promise of bounty in a new land where they sought religious freedom. At the first celebration, settlers...
Answer There does not appear to be a definitive answer to this. Immigration law generally prohibits an H-4 spouse from working without a valid EAD. And, from the employer's perspective, there are certain requirements (e.g., form I-9 employment eligibility verification) that must be adhered to. But...
