Answer The fact that biometrics have been completed does not necessarily mean the USCIS is about to finish adjudicating your pending I-539 application. It is true that the I-539 almost certainly will not be adjudicated unless they have first collected your biometrics, but it is not...
Answer Given the huge spike in COVID-19 cases in India, it definitely is possible new travel restrictions will be implemented. As of yet, no such restrictions have been announced, other than the requirement that travelers present a recent negative COVID-19 test before boarding a plane to...
The U.S. Department of State (DOS) recently held its monthly YouTube program with Charlie Oppenheim, Chief of the Visa Control and Reporting Division. During the program, Mr. Oppenheim discussed his predictions for the June 2021 Visa Bulletin, as well as predications for the remainder of...
Answer Having a payment plan for back-taxes would not automatically prevent a form N-400 from being approved. Depending upon the circumstances, however, failure to report income or pay taxes may result in the USCIS finding that the applicant lacks the good moral character needed for naturalization....
Answer Generally speaking, a change of employer by the principal H1B spouse would not impact a pending H-4 or H-4 EAD, and would not necessarily require the filing of a new H-4 or EAD application. However, if a new application is filed, the USCIS may require...
Answer Generally speaking, income from a passive investment would not be a violation of H1B status. (22.Apr.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....
The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has released the May 2021 Visa Bulletin. All cutoff dates listed refer to the dates in the final action chart (i.e., Chart A), unless otherwise specified. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has not yet indicated whether stakeholders...
Answer No, for an H1B registration selected in this year's lottery, the H1B petition generally must request a start date of October 1, 2021. (15.Apr.2021)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our FREE online services, click here. Access...
Answer Ordinarily, a person can remain in L-1 status for a maximum of 5 years if working in an L1B (specialized knowledge) position, or 7 years if in an L1A (managerial or executive) position. If a person is moving from L1B to L1A status, in order...
Answer No, applying for a STEM OPT extension typically would have no impact on an H1B registration case. (15.Apr.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...
