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05 Oct 2023

After being laid off, I filed an application to change status to B-1. I recently received an RFE asking for evidence that I have the financial means to support myself. I have about $40,000 in my savings account. Is that sufficient? Is there a set dollar figure required?

Answer There is no set dollar figure required to qualify for a stay in B-1 status. Rather, the applicant has the burden of evidencing that they can support themselves during their stay in the United States. Since a person in B-1 status typically cannot work, that...

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04 Oct 2023

DHS Proposal to Modernize the H2A & H2B Programs

DHS proposes removing the eligible counties list, increasing scrutiny of fees for participation in the program, whistleblower protections, mandatory and discretionary penalties against employers violating program requirements, and providing grace periods to workers to increase job flexibility....

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03 Oct 2023

MLF Resolves Travel Issue

Murthy Law Firm solved a client’s surprise obstacle to using Emergency AP issued by USCIS for travel to the U.S., but mistakenly showing 2022 instead of 2023 dates. Our client just needed someone @CBP to listen and we directed him to a land border where...

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02 Oct 2023

Delays are Bad, Mandamus to the Rescue

Murthy’s Mandamus lawsuit cuts short another delay! After delaying a decision for more than 15 years, the USCIS approved our client’s green card to resolve a Mandamus lawsuit. Mandamus action can be used in multiple settings in employment-based cases. Read about Mandamus Actions & Federal...

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28 Sep 2023

Child Over 21 Gets a Green Card under New CSPA Policy

Based on initial Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) policy update, a dependent child over 21 filed an I-485 and got a Green Card. Murthy's creative lawyers used an argument adopted by USCIS in its second policy update subsequent to the I-485 filing....

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28 Sep 2023

I was in H1B status and then changed to H-4. I now wish to move back to H1B status. Once the change of status petition is filed, can I start working based on the receipt notice?

Answer No. Ordinarily an H-4 dependent may not start working based on a pending H1B petition requesting a change of status. (28.Sep.2023)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...

08:02 / FAQs / For Employers / For Families / For Individuals / Nonimmigrant Family / Worker