Answer If an H1B visa 'stamp' application is denied, one would ordinarily be able to continue using an existing H-4 visa stamp. However, consulates do occasionally cancel valid visas, even though they are not required to do so. (27.Mar.2017)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy...
… I also have a job offer from another company, which will also be filing an H1B petition for me. I really want to continue working for my current employer, though. If the other employer’s petition is the only one that is approved, could I...
Answer Yes, the fact that a person is working based on an H-4 EAD generally would have no impact on a company's ability to file a PERM or I-140 on behalf of that individual. (20.Mar.2017)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys...
Answer The number of immigrant visas is set by Congress, and cannot be altered by executive order. (20.Mar.2017)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...
Answer Yes, generally speaking, an H1B amendment may be filed while another amendment is still pending. This practice is already fairly common, but will inevitably become practically a necessity once the suspension of premium processing for H1B filings goes into effect on April 3, 2017. (20.Mar.2017)In...
Answer If the previous I-140 is revoked for fraud or misrepresentation, this generally would mean that the priority date could not be used for a new I-140. I recommend you speak with a qualified immigration attorney. (20.Mar.2017)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other...
Answer Yes, a U.S. citizen is permitted to live abroad while a family-based green card case is pending, as long as the intent is to return to the U.S. to reside, once the immigrant visa is issued. (13.Mar.2017)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and...
Answer No, the USCIS will temporarily stop accepting any new premium processing requests for H1B petitions submitted on or after April 3, 2017. (13.Mar.2017)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law in real time. For details...
Answer No, the premium processing suspension applies only to H1B petitions filed on or after April 3, 2017. (13.Mar.2017)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...
Answer There have not been any recent changes to the advance parole (AP) process for I-485 applicants. It is unclear whether the process may change in the future. (13.Mar.2017)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law...
