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29 Jul 2025

I am on H1B and I live in Pennsylvania. I recently received a job offer where I would work part of the time from home, and the rest of the time in Maryland, which is about an hour away from my house. Can an H1B and LCA be filed for two different states?

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...

20:21 / FAQs / For Employers / For Individuals / Worker
29 Jul 2025

Does the United States allow for dual citizenship?

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...

20:18 / Citizen / FAQs / For Individuals
23 Jul 2025

I am in H-4 status and recently was charged with shoplifting. What immigration impact might this have?

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...

07:56 / Employment Based / Family Based / FAQs / For Families / For Individuals / Immigrant Family / Nonimmigrant Family / Resident / Student / Visitor / Worker
23 Jul 2025

A number of years ago, I was issued a B-1/B-2 visa, which expires in 2028. It was issued through my previous employer, with whom I’m no longer associated. Am I still allowed to travel to the U.S. on this visa?

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...

07:52 / B-1 / B-2 / FAQs / For Individuals / H1B / Travel / Visitor / Worker
23 Jul 2025

My application to change status to H-4 is currently pending. Can I change to a new H1B employer while my spouse’s change of status is still pending?

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...

07:47 / FAQs / For Families / H-4 Dependents / H1B / Nonimmigrant Family / Worker
16 Jul 2025

My husband recently passed away. He had an approved I-140 petition, and I was listed as his derivative spouse. Am I allowed to apply for a green card based on his petition?

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...

07:18 / Employment Based / FAQs / For Families / For Individuals / Resident
16 Jul 2025

I have an approved I-140 that was self-sponsored in the EB1(a) category. Can my husband use this as a basis to apply for an H-4 EAD?

Answer Generally speaking, an approved I-140, including one that is self-sponsored, can be used by an H-4 spouse to apply for an H-4 EAD. (16.Jul.2025)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our FREE online services, click here. Access...

07:13 / Employment Based / FAQs / For Families / H1B / Nonimmigrant Family / Resident / Worker
16 Jul 2025

After being laid off from my H1B job, I applied for a change of status to H-4. That application has been pending for several months. I now have a new job offer, and the employer will file an H1B for me. Am I allowed to sign their offer letter now, or do I need to wait for the H1B to be approved?

Answer The rules regarding whether a particular activity may be considered unauthorized employment are fairly vague. However, it seems very unlikely that the USCIS would view signing an offer letter as a form of unauthorized employment. (16.Jul.2025)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies...

07:10 / FAQs / For Individuals / H1B / Worker
09 Jul 2025

I am working on H1B and my employer has agreed for me to work from India for a few months, due to family reasons. I read online that there is a limit to how long an H1B worker may remain abroad. Is this true?

Answer We have heard a few similar accounts. But, no, there is no limit to the amount of time an H1B worker may remain outside the U.S. and an LCA is not required for employment by a U.S. company of a foreign national who is located...

07:24 / FAQs / For Employers / For Individuals / Travel / Worker