Answer There is nothing inherently wrong with CPT, as long as it complies with the regulations. The USCIS does apply a great deal of scrutiny if the individual has been maintaining F-1 status based on CPT. The most frequent CPT abuses seem to occur with day-1...
Answer If the form was filled out incorrectly, the fastest, cheapest, best option typically would be to refile the I-765, indicating the correct code this time. (04.Jun.2018)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law in real...
Answer Yes, one can travel with a valid visa in an expired passport, in conjunction with a new valid passport. This is fairly common. (21.May.2018)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law in real time. For...
Answer There is nothing inherently wrong with day-one CPT, if it complies with the regulations. It does receive a great deal of scrutiny from the USCIS, however. And, historically, some of the schools that have offered day-one CPT have failed to fully comply with the various...
Answer Yes, as long as the current AP is valid, it can be used. The denial of the extension should not be problematic. One would need to refile upon return. (21.May.2018)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies...
Answer It generally takes 7-10 days to receive the I-797 approval notice once a petition has been approved by the USCIS. (21.May.2018)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...
Answer The H-4 COS will be abandoned when one leaves the U.S., but one can apply for an H-4 visa stamp to return at any time (assuming the principal spouse is in valid H1B status). A COS approval is not required to apply for a visa...
Answer There is no set amount of time a person must wait between visits. Whether the person will be admitted, however, is subject to the discretion of the CBP officer at the airport. If the officer is not satisfied that one is truly a "visitor," admission...
Answer One can qualify for OPT after one year of full-time study in any status (as long as s/he is in F-1 status at the time the OPT application is filed). (14.May.2018)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that...
Answer One should consult with a qualified attorney to review one's qualifications. However, two publications generally would not be sufficient to qualify for EB1(a) or EB1(b), unless the publications were extremely influential in the field. (14.May.2018)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior...
