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08 Feb 2024

Filing an I-130 Petition at a U.S. Consulate in Exceptional Circumstances

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the U.S. Department of State (DOS) have a special, expedited I-130 form, petition for an alien relative, filing procedure for a U.S. citizen living abroad facing exceptional circumstances. In eligible situations, this procedure can help reduce the...

15:50 / Citizen / Consulates / Family Based / For Families / Immigrant Family / NewsBrief / Resident / USCIS News
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...

08:12 / Citizen / For Families / For Individuals / Immigrant Family / NewsBrief / Nonimmigrant Family / Resident / Student / Travel / Visitor / Worker
03 Aug 2023

My father failed the civics portion of his naturalization test. He has now been scheduled for a second interview to take the test again. What happens if he fails it a second time?

Answer Ordinarily, if a naturalization applicant fails the test two times, the N-400 application is denied. (03.Aug.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 © 2023, MURTHY LAW FIRM....

06:28 / Citizen / FAQs / For Individuals
13 Jul 2023

I am a naturalized U.S. citizen. My father is ill, and I am going to travel back to India to take care of him. I may be gone for an extended period. Do I have to inform the USCIS?

Answer An extended stay abroad normally would have no impact on one's status as a U.S. citizen. There is ordinarily no need to notify the USCIS of travel abroad, even if it will be for an extended period. (13.Jul.2023)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance...

07:32 / Citizen / FAQs / For Individuals / Travel
22 Feb 2023

USCIS Extends COVID-19 Flexibilities a Final Time: Through 23.Mar.2023

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has extended certain flexibilities related to the COVID-19 pandemic through 23.Mar.2023. The USCIS anticipates that this will be the final extension of these measures. Flexible Deadlines Applicable through 23.Mar.2023 Under the extension, applicants and petitioners will continue to have an...

13:11 / Citizen / Employment Based / For Employers / For Individuals / NewsBrief / Resident / USCIS News