The employment-based, fifth preference (EB5) immigrant investor program provides an avenue for foreign nationals to become U.S. permanent residents ("green card" holders) based on a qualifying investment in a U.S. commercial enterprise. This category, established in 1990, was once underutilized, but has become a popular...
Common issues that non-citizens face when reentering the U.S. after travel abroad are discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in this podcast, broadcasted on 06.May.2026.The MP3 is available here and soon can be found in the archive of our podcasts and teleconferences on iTunes. Find...
Positive Update! Last week, USCIS quietly updated its policy to exempt foreign doctors from the adjudication hold in effect for travel ban countries....
USCIS is rolling out enhanced security checks for many immigration applicants, including expanding FBI background screening and pausing some cases during implementation. Expect stricter review and more delays....
Answer Yes. General PERM processing times can be found on the DOL's FLAG website. If you have your case number, you can check the specific status of your case using the DOL's Case Status Search tool. (29.Apr.2026)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies...
The Trump administration now requires consular officers to ask nonimmigrant visa applicants if they fear returning home and to deny visas on that basis. The asylum door is moving from the border to the embassy....
If 120 calendar days have passed since your naturalization interview without a decision from USCIS, you have a right to sue USCIS in federal court! Contact Murthy Law Firm to see if this option is right for you....
You are a U.S. citizen, your partner lives abroad, and you want to build your life together in the United States. Whether you are already married or planning to be, there are two main immigration routes to consider: the I-130 immigrant visa petition for spouses,...
USCIS now allows PDF upload filing for Form I-485 (Adjustment of Status) in certain employment-based cases. However, PDF-upload filing hasn’t always worked reliably in other case types. Consult your attorney before using this option to understand potential risks....
For many years, the EB2 India category consistently had a cutoff date more favorable than its EB3 counterpart. Since October 2020, however, there has been considerable back-and-forth, with the EB3 India cutoff date surging ahead of EB2, then EB3 stalling and the EB2 cutoff date...
