... My first employment authorization document (EAD) has already expired. Yesterday, I received very sad news from home about my grandmother's passing, which requires that I urgently leave the U.S. to attend the funeral. Would I be able to come back after a short trip...
My OPT employment authorization ends in the summer. What options do I have if my H1B petition will not be selected for processing if there is a lottery for H1B filings? Answer If you have a degree in a STEM field eligible for the 24-month extension, you...
... Will I be able to use my EAD to continue working on OPT after the filing? Answer Yes, you should be able to continue working on OPT in valid F-1 status until the USCIS issues your new EAD based on your I-485 application for adjustment of...
Answer We have received confirmation from the Department of State that the drop box program is still in place and being used in Chennai (and elsewhere). If the program is changed in the future there will likely be an announcement made on ustraveldocs.com. And, of course,...
… A few days after I moved to the new address, I notified my DSO and the USCIS of my new address and kept checking the USCIS online case status for my OPT application. It has now been several weeks since the case status changed...
Answer This is unclear. There have been rumors of potential changes to the STEM OPT program. However, STEM OPT is a formal regulation, and would require action by Congress, or a (lengthy) formal rulemaking process. (30.Jan.2017)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior...
... My B-2 expires in a few days. I know I should not start my program of study until the USCIS approves my request for change of status to F-1. If the USCIS does not approve my F-1 status by the start of my program...
Answer In general, a visa "stamp" is only required for purposes of reentering the U.S. after foreign travel. Otherwise, one can change status within the U.S. One's dependent typically should be able to receive an H-4 "stamp" in this scenario. (09.Jan.2017)In frequent sessions of our Chat,...
Answer If USCIS did not make a finding of an F-1 status violation when your STEM OPT application was denied, you should still be eligible for the 60-day grace period after the expiration of your initial OPT employment authorization. You should complete the transfer of your...
... but I have two more offers from other companies that want me to work part time on projects for them (no more than 10-15 hours per week). Can I accept their offers while continuing my current full-time employment? Answer Under the current STEM OPT rules, while...
