Answer The H-4 spouse needs to be in the United States in order to apply for an H-4 EAD. (10.Oct.2016)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law in real time. For details on chat participation, click...
Answer Typically, the denial of an H1B change of employer would have no impact on one's ability to continue working for the existing employer. (10.Oct.2016)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law in real time. For...
Answer This is generally not be possible, because one in this situation is normally unable to properly complete an I-9 form. (10.Oct.2016)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law in real time. For details on chat...
Under a new policy that goes into effect on November 1, 2016, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) will no longer accept photographs of visa and passport applicants wearing eyeglasses. The reason for the policy change is to ensure the photographs can be easily scanned...
... but did not ask my DSO to authorize the reduction in my course load. My DSO told me that this resulted in F-1 status violation and she helped me apply for reinstatement. My reinstatement application is currently pending, but I plan to go home...
President Barack Obama directed the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) to update and modernize the PERM Labor Certification (PERM LC) program in 2014. On September 12, 2016, however, a DOL official stated that the PERM regulations are currently under review, but that it is "highly...
The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has issued instructions for entry in the fiscal year 2018 (FY18) diversity visa (DV) lottery. The DV lottery, often called the "green card" lottery, grants 50,000 immigrant visas each year to qualified applicants. Registration for FY18 begins on October...
While numerous studies have been conducted that verify the overall positive economic impact that immigrants have on the economy, more than 46 percent of Americans still harbor doubts as to how immigrants can improve their community. Despite a mountain of evidence to the contrary, those...
Answer Yes, this generally is possible. A single LCA can have multiple worksites. And the H1B petition filed by the employer can indicate that the foreign national will work on two different projects at two different locations, but an itinerary of the work schedule typically would...
Answer This depends on the reason for the OPT denial. In some cases, an OPT denial can be reversed. One should consult a qualified attorney to review the specifics of your case. (03.Oct.2016)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance...
