Answer Yes, generally speaking, an application to extend H-4 status may be filed while the principal spouse has a pending H1B change of employer. (14.Aug.2019)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law in real time. For...
Trump immigration policy memos over the last year are the topic in this teleconference that aired August 07, 2019. Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss the impact of these memos on employment and family-based immigration.The MP3 is available here, and is listed in the archive of...
It is fairly common for dependents of a nonimmigrant worker to file an application to extend / change nonimmigrant status (form I-539) concurrently with the principal spouse's petition for a nonimmigrant worker (form I-129). Historically, if the I-129 was filed with a request for premium...
Answer Unfortunately, the U.S. consulates in India now are generally telling applicants that a decision after a 221(g) refusal could take up to 6 months. Until then, there usually are few options. One is free to inquire through Traveldocs. However, these inquiries often only receive a...
Answer It is normally possible to "upgrade" an H1B to Premium Processing by submitting the form I-907 and filing fee, along with a NOID (or RFE) response. (07.Aug.2019)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law in...
Answer An H1B extension denial normally would have no impact on an approved I-140. As for returning to the U.S., one typically could have another H1B petition filed on one's behalf for consular notification. Assuming it is approved, it should be possible to apply for an...
Answer Even if there is no change in the work location, an H1B amendment is required when there is a "material" change in job duties. A promotion where the job duties are nearly the same likely would not be considered material. However, this is very much...
Answer One in this situation should talk to a qualified attorney before taking any action. Normally, it is not possible to amend a cap H1B that has not yet gone into effect (i.e., the start date, which is typically October 1st, has not been reached and/or...
Answer In general, an LCA will be certified within 7-10 days, and occasionally more quickly than that. (31.Jul.2019)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 here.Access more...
In early June 2019, the Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) began rolling out the Foreign Labor Application Gateway (FLAG) system, a cloud-based system, which is replacing iCERT. On June 10th, OFLC started accepting applications for prevailing wage...
