Answer In most circumstances, if the acquiring entity assumes all liabilities of the H1B petition and continues to maintain the public access file, no H1B petition / amendment is needed. An authorized official of the new entity should prepare a notarized statement expressly assuming all liabilities...
Answer There is no conflict between being in L1A status and having a PERM case filed on one's behalf.Note, however, that the maximum amount of time a person may remain in L1A status is seven years. Unlike the H1B category, which allows a person to extend...
Answer Yes, gifted funds can be used for purposes of an EB5 investment. If any gift tax is owed, it would need to be paid, and the gift giver would need to provide documentation to show the lawful source of the funds being gifted. (14.Jun.2023)Sheela Murthy...
Answer Generally, if it is not possible to get an employment verification letter from the prior employer, it is possible to use coworker affidavits as evidence of past employment experience. (14.Jun.2023)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our...
Answer Generally speaking, one must have the approved EAD prior to commencing OPT employment. (08.Jun.2023)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 © 2023, MURTHY LAW FIRM. All Rights...
Answer We typically recommend that H1B change-of-employer petitions request a start date that is no later than the last day of the beneficiary's grace period. If it is filed requesting a date later than that, the USCIS still has the discretion to approve the petition with...
Answer Ordinarily, a change of status from H1B to H-4 would not impact the validity of the H1B visa "stamp" in one's passport. If the individual leaves the U.S. and wishes to return in H1B status, it typically would be possible to present the approved H1B...
Answer Typically, there is no requirement for the F-1 student to remain in school once an application to change status to H-4 is properly filed. (01.Jun.2023)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our FREE online services, click here....
Answer It seems unlikely that an immigration officer would take issue with a person using the full 60-day grace period. (01.Jun.2023)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 ©...
Answer No, this is not accurate. There is no new program that allows people to apply for a B-1/B-2 visa in order to apply for a job in the U.S. What you likely are referring to is an update from the USCIS regarding options for nonimmigrant...
