28
Jun
2024
I-485 Approved When Outside U.S.
“What happens if my I-485 application is approved when I am traveling outside of the United States?” This short and helpful MurthyDotCom article has your answers!...
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HQ
27
Jun
2024
Murthy Snapshot: DHS Proposed Rule Would Increase Cost of Some H1B and L-1 Extensions
On June 6, 2024, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a notice of proposed rulemaking in the Federal Register that, if implemented, would alter when the 9-11 response and biometric entry-exit fee for H1B and L-1 visas (oftentimes referred to as the "public...
26
Jun
2024
I am a U.S. citizen. My mother entered on her tourist visa a few months ago. She was planning on returning home, but I’m trying to convince her to stay in the U.S. If she agrees, can I sponsor her for a green card now? Or would she have to go back to India for me to sponsor her?
Answer A person cannot enter the U.S. on a B-1/B-2 visa with the intention of applying for adjustment of status (i.e., applying for a green card from within the United States). If, however, the person does not form the intention of applying for a green card...
26
Jun
2024
I understand that, for a company to qualify for L-1, both the U.S. and foreign company must be “doing business.” We process all of our sales through the U.S. company, while the foreign entity provides services solely for the U.S. company. Is that considered doing business for L-1 purposes? Does this also work if we want to use this for an EB1(c) case?
Answer Yes, it is possible for a company to meet the "doing business" requirement, even if one entity is solely providing services to the other entity. This can make the case more challenging, but the Murthy Law Firm has represented companies successfully in filing such cases,...
26
Jun
2024
I received the following text message today, claiming to be from the USCIS: ” Green Card applicants who receive a request for Form I-693 should return it as soon as possible by overnight, priority, or courier delivery.” Is this a legit message?
Answer We have a number of clients who have received such messages. We can't 100 percent confirm that these messages came from the USCIS, but we strongly suspect that they are legitimate. Regardless, it does not change our advice. If a person has a pending I-485...
25
Jun
2024
DOS to Ease the NIV Process for US College Graduates
The U.S. Department of State (DOS) will clarify existing guidance to ease the nonimmigrant visa process for U.S. college grads. DOS will clarify how officers should adjudicate waivers, when to expedite review of waivers, and when to recommend waivers....
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Uncategorized
24
Jun
2024
Uncertain Future of Various Immigration Benefits
A unique feature of U.S. immigration law is how certain rules and policies can change depending on the presidential administration. A president’s ability to dictate and change immigration rules largely depends on whether a rule is statutory, regulatory, or administrative policy. Understanding the difference between...
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20
Jun
2024
I-485 Travel in H / L Status
Want to know the effects of traveling in H1B / L-1 status while have a pending I-485? Our helpful article explains it all....
19
Jun
2024
My H1B was approved, but my employer says they never received a copy of the approval notice. Can I request the USCIS send a copy to me?
Answer The H1B employer may file a form I-824 with the USCIS to request a duplicate copy of an approval notice, but this cannot be filed by the H1B beneficiary.However, you may file a Freedom of Information Act request with the USCIS, asking for documents related...
19
Jun
2024
I am a derivative child in a family-based case that was filed for my mother. My mother’s case is current on the dates for filing chart, and the National Visa Center has accepted our documents. Now, we’re waiting for the interview and for the date to become current on the final action chart. Is my age locked in now under the Child Status Protection Act?
Answer Unfortunately, no. Age is not locked in under the CSPA based on having a case pending at the consulate under the dates for filing chart. A child can still age out under these circumstances. (19.Jun.2024)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the...
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Consulates / Family Based / FAQs / For Families / For Individuals / Immigrant Family / Resident