03
Apr
2024
Travel on AP
An Advance Parole (AP) document must be approved prior to travel abroad and valid for entire duration of trip, or it will be abandoned and denied. Learn more....
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03
Apr
2024
Has there been any announcement about expanding the domestic visa renewal program?
Answer We have not heard any details, as of yet. The only information we have heard is that the initial program was used less than initially expected – we can only assume this was because of how incredibly restrictive the program was!As soon as any new...
03
Apr
2024
After my I-140 petition was approved, my son aged out before the priority date became current. My I-485 was recently approved, and I now plan to sponsor my son for a green card. Can I use the priority date from my old I-140?
Answer Unfortunately, no, the priority date from one's I-140 cannot be transferred to an I-130 petition. (03.Apr.2024)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 © 2024, MURTHY LAW FIRM....
03
Apr
2024
My registration was selected in the lottery. Do we need to include project documents with the H1B petition?
Answer There is no requirement that project documents be included with the H1B. But if you will be working at a client location, that must be listed on the LCA. Including project documents can be helpful, especially if you will be applying for a visa "stamp"...
01
Apr
2024
Options if Not Selected in the H1B Lottery
For those not selected in the H1B cap-subject lottery, some options are discussed in this article, including transferring to another F-1 program of study, finding cap-exempt employment or determining if another nonimmigrant option is viable. There also are options for nationals of certain countries like...
29
Mar
2024
MLF Accepting New H1B Cases Now!
Murthy Law Firm is now accepting new cap cases for those who were selected in the FY2025 lottery! If you completed the registration yourself and wish to hire an attorney to assist you with the filing of the H1B, contact our office to assist you!...
29
Mar
2024
H1B Selections Notifications Have Started
USCIS made selections for this year’s H1B cap lottery; however, not everyone selected has been notified. Selection notifications are being updated to USCIS accounts through April 1st. Check your account through the weekend for updates....
28
Mar
2024
Busting Myths: Filing I-130 from Abroad
Myth: "I can’t sponsor my family member for a green card if I live outside the U.S."Truth: An I-130 petition can be filed from outside the U.S., but the petitioner must establish actual or intended domicile in the U.S....
28
Mar
2024
Murthy Takes Action: Firm Pushes for Path to Green Card for Ukrainian Parolees
The attorneys in our firm regularly track governmental policies and take action to improve the immigration process for our clients and the immigration community at large. To that end, the Murthy Law Firm recently submitted a letter to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)...
27
Mar
2024
Natz While I-751 is Pending
A marriage-based conditional permanent resident may be eligible for naturalization based on three years of marriage to a U.S. citizen even before Form I-751 for removal of conditions is approved! Questions? Call us!...