Answer Yes, this should be fine. Since a master's degree is a more advanced level of education than a bachelor's degree, that master's degree in computer science can be used to qualify for an H1B position requiring only a bachelor's degree. (24.Jan.2024)Sheela Murthy and other senior...
Answer Your friend is correct! Generally speaking, once a person has been counted against the H1B cap, that person remains eligible for up to 6 years of H1B time. The fact that another employer submitted a registration for you last year does not change the fact...
Answer No, this is perfectly normal. An individual typically is limited to up to 6 years of H1B time. Generally, however, an H1B petition will not be approved for more than 3 years. (24.Jan.2024)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For...
Answer A green card holder generally must be in the U.S. when the reentry permit application is filed, and typically must be here to provide biometrics. However, they generally can then depart the U.S. while the application is pending without impacting the pending case. (18.Jan.2024)Sheela Murthy...
Answer Once the I-140 is approved, the beneficiary typically gets to keep that priority date, regardless of any action taken by the petitioning employer. Unless the I-140 is revoked by the USCIS due to fraud, willful misrepresentation, or material error by the USCIS, or because of...
Answer If you are not physically in the United States, you are not in H1B status. Therefore, whether you are working for your H1B employer and/or any other employer, it would not be a violation of your H1B status. In general, U.S. immigration law does not...
Answer It is possible to reapply for PERM with the same employer after a denial. That does not guarantee an audit; but keep in mind that a significant percentage of PERM cases – perhaps around 1 out of 3 – are randomly selected for audit. So,...
Answer It typically is possible to request admission in H1B status, as long as one's passport, H1B petition, and visa are valid at the time of admission. With an Indian passport, the fact that it expires in 3 months will not prevent the U.S. Customs and...
Answer Foreign nationals in F status do not have a specific expiration date noted on their I-94s, as they are admitted for duration of status (D/S). These individuals maintain their nonimmigrant statuses as long as they comply with the terms and conditions of their respective classifications...
Answer Sure, assuming the degree is from an accredited, nonprofit U.S. college or university, the fact that it is an online university is irrelevant. You can check the accreditation status of a U.S. university through the U.S. Department of Education website. (04.Jan.2024)Sheela Murthy and other senior...
