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09 Nov 2023

I am currently on STEM OPT, and my H1B cap case was just approved through the same employer. While on STEM OPT, I was paid a lower wage than the prevailing H1B wage, but now that the H1B has been approved, I am being paid the correct amount. Will this be a problem in the future?

Answer The H1B prevailing wage requirements generally do not go into effect until the H1B petition is approved. So, this typically would not create any issues. (08.Nov.2023)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our FREE online services, click...

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09 Nov 2023

Ever Wonder if You’re a U.S. Citizen?

A child of a U.S. citizen living outside of the U.S. may qualify for derivative citizenship with a grandparent meeting physical-presence-in-U.S. requirement if a parent cannot. It all depends on when you were born....

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08 Nov 2023

DOL Reports PERM Data

Did you know that the DOL processes 150,000 PERM cases each year with 68% STEM-related jobs? Murthy Law Firm does! Our attorneys & paralegals represent clients throughout STEM (& other!) fields....

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06 Nov 2023

Immigration Tips Before Taking a Cruise

While foreign nationals are typically mindful about confirming the permissibility of international travel prior to boarding a plane, an individual may be less mindful about another, less common form of travel – international cruises. However, like air travel, a foreign national should understand the nature...

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03 Nov 2023

What About My Spouse’s I-485?

Does your spouse still have to file their I-485 after your green card was already approved? Is your spouse out of status? If you’re an employment-based immigrant, INA Sec. 245(k) may let your spouse still file. Read more and talk to us!...

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02 Nov 2023

I would like to self-sponsor my I-140 in EB2 based on an NIW, and am willing to pay for premium processing. Do I need to wait 12 years to get the result due to backlogs in EB2 India category?

Answer No, you can use premium processing to get the result of the I-140 petition relatively quickly. If it is approved, you just will not be able to use it for purposes of applying a form I-485 adjustment of status application (or an immigrant vias application...

09:10 / FAQs / For Individuals / Resident
02 Nov 2023

I am working in H1B status and have a pending change of employer petition. I plan to stay with my current employer until the change of employer petition is approved. Will the USCIS notify my current employer of the pending change of employer petition?

Answer Generally, no, the USCIS will not notify one's current employer that another employer has filed a change of employer petition. (02.Nov.2023)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...

09:07 / FAQs / For Individuals / Worker