Answer There is no minimum number of onsite subordinates required for an L1A extension, the USCIS will evaluate on a case-by-case basis. What is important is the professional nature of the positions supervised and the detailed duties of the L1A manager. Generally, USCIS is looking for...
Answer If the I-140 has been approved for at least 180 days, then it can no longer be revoked by the employer's withdrawal and remains approved. It therefore can be used for multiple H1B/H-4 extensions, as well as the H-4 EAD. (18.Sep.2017)In frequent sessions of our...
Answer Generally, the consulate wants to see a letter from the end-client confirming the details of the project, and containing contact information so that the consulate can independently verify the information. If the end-client is unable / unwilling to provide such a letter, then you will...
Answer The USCIS announcement about the resumption of interviews for Employment-Based Adjustment Applications, starting in October 2017, is not actually a new policy but resumption of an old policy. It used to be that it was standard for all I-485 applications to be scheduled for interview...
Answer The 60-day grace period should apply, even if the employer withdraws the H1B petition (which causes the USCIS to revoke the petition.) (11.Sep.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 USCIS memoranda permit the filing of the I-751 'waiver' application as soon as the divorce is filed. The USCIS will eventually issue a request for evidence for the final divorce decree, which is needed prior to approval. (11.Sep.2017)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy...
Answer Generally speaking, one 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. Sometimes, the EAD is issued around the same time as the COS approval....
Answer Each EB5 applicant must independently invest $500,000 of his or her own money and create 10 new U.S. jobs. (The applicant's spouse and minor children are included in the application, however). (11.Sep.2017)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance...
… The DSO reviewed the I-983 and issued me a new I-20 with the STEM OPT recommendation that I submitted with my application. I have now received a new offer of employment from another company. Am I allowed to change to a new company while...
Answer This RFE is extremely common at this time, and is being issued for the majority of cases filed with Level 1 wages. It is possible to respond to these RFEs. However, it is impossible to speculate on your chances of success without examining your case...
