One of Donald Trump's fundamental campaign platforms was a business-friendly administration, and his stump speeches as a presidential contender were frequently peppered with pledges to bolster American industry amidst an increasingly globalized economy. But since taking office, President Trump's immigration policies seem to be at...
Answer To qualify for L-1, one would need to prove employment with the foreign company in a qualifying position for one continuous year out of the prior three years. A 3-month gap in employment would not prevent this, but the consulate might expect an explanation for...
Answer Moving to F-1 status does not affect one's eligibility for the GC. Turning 21 might, however, if one is not protected under the Child Status Protection Act. This is a complicated question, and one should consult a qualified attorney in this regard. (22.May.2017)In frequent sessions...
Answer This should not normally be an issue, as long as one can explain the reason for the visit (when arriving at U.S. Customs) and provide proof of sufficient funds for the trip, if questioned. (22.May.2017)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior...
Answer Generally speaking, consulates will accept a visa 'stamp' application up to 90 days prior to the start date listed on the approved H1B petition. (22.May.2017)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law in real time....
The United States Supreme Court heard oral arguments, on April 26, 2017, in Maslenjak v. United States, a case regarding the denaturalization of a U.S. citizen due to false statements she made during the immigration process. The justices appeared skeptical of the government's position -...
Last night, Charles Oppenheim, Chief of the Visa Control and Reporting Division for the U.S. Department of State (DOS), was the featured speaker at the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) D.C. Chapter meeting. During his talk, he provided some updated predictions regarding the employment-based, third...
... of a nonimmigrant visa. I plan to travel home next month to visit my family. My visa stamp does not expire until next year. Can I use my visa to return to the U.S.? Answer An alcohol related arrest can result in a prudential revocation of...
Designations for temporary protected status (TPS) for nationals of Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone will be terminated on May 21, 2017. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is also recommending that the TPS designation for Haitian citizens be terminated in January of 2018. Background on...
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office of the Inspector General (OIG) has issued a warning in relation to a recent trend in telephone scams. The OIG warns that criminals are calling prospective victims and altering the caller ID number to appear as though...
