Answer No, a denial of the H1B petition typically does not affect the PERM process. Similarly, if the PERM case is denied, the H1B petition normally would not be impacted. (06.Aug.2025)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our...
Answer Yes, a foreign national ordinarily may continue to work in the H1B position until the H-4 COS is approved. Once the COS is approved, one typically may not work until the EAD is issued. The EAD may be issued around the same time as the...
Answer Yes, this normally would be allowed. Filing a family-based case generally would have no impact on a pending employment-based case. Both cases could continue, but each would have a separate priority date. (i.e., The priority date from an employment-based case cannot be used for a...
Answer Yes, an LCA and H1B petition may list work locations in two different states. (29.Jul.2025)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 © 2025, MURTHY LAW FIRM. All...
Answer U.S. law does not prohibit a person from being a dual citizen. But, depending upon the circumstances, there are certain complications that can arise; and one must take into consideration the laws of the other country regarding dual citizenship. (29.Jul.2025)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys...
Answer Unfortunately, the H-4 applicant typically must be physically in the United States at the time the H-4 EAD is filed. (29.Jul.2025)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...
Answer It is important to get immigration guidance and criminal representation. The consequences depend, to a large extent, upon the maximum possible sentence allowed for the charge in the particular state. In some locations, a conviction for shoplifting makes one removable (i.e., deportable) and inadmissible. In...
Answer Generally speaking, a B-1/B-2 visa is not tied to any particular employer and remains valid through the date indicated on the visa. (22.Jul.2025)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our FREE online services, click here. Access more...
Answer Yes, the H-4 application is not tied to the H1B worker’s employer. As long as the H1B spouse has maintained valid status, the other spouse normally is eligible to apply for and receive the H-4 (and, if qualified, an H-4 EAD). (22.Jul.2025)Sheela Murthy and other...
Answer Certain derivative beneficiaries of employment-based immigrant petitions or adjustment applications may continue their case even after the principal applicant’s death. Among the requirements to qualify, you must have been residing in the United States at the time of your husband’s passing and must continue to...
