Murthy Law Firm attorneys guide nonimmigrants and others on preparation for entering the U.S. at a port of entry (POE) in 2025. The MP3 is available here and can be found in the archive of our teleconferences and podcasts on iTunes. ...
Foreign students have reported receiving calls from individuals identifying as ICE & asking personal questions. Students should be wary of scams. If it seems legitimate, consult with an attorney before answering questions....
Answer There is no specific requirement that an L1A manager or executive have reports in the United States. In practice, however, it tends to be much more challenging to achieve approval for a case where the L1A beneficiary does not have anyone in the U.S. to...
Answer Typically, applying for an F-1 visa “stamp” would not impact the validity of an existing B-1/B-2 visa. (30.Apr.2025)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 © 2025, MURTHY...
Answer U.S. consulates typically allow third country nationals to apply for nonimmigrant visas. (30.Apr.2025)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 © 2025, MURTHY LAW FIRM. All Rights Reserved...
25.Apr.2025, DOS Global Visa Wait Times page was updated for the first time since 07.Jan.2025. B-1/B-2 visas now show average wait time and next available appointment estimate. F, M, J, & petition-based visas (H, L, O, P, Q) show only next available appt. times....
Recent regulatory changes have reinforced the long-standing position of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) that a certified labor condition application (LCA), in itself, does not establish that the position qualifies as a specialty occupation or that the LCA properly supports the H1B petition....
ICE reportedly plans to reinstate all SEVIS records terminated in recent weeks and will publish a formal process for future SEVIS terminations. Murthy Law Firm is already hearing from clients about reactivations. Stay tuned for more....
The Murthy Law Firm has received reports that some DSOs are seeing the F-1 SEVIS reinstatements of those who have obtained TROs....
Recent developments indicate that the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) / U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is taking the position that the termination of a SEVIS record does not automatically result in the loss of lawful immigration status. This evolving interpretation carries significant...
