Answer Yes, generally speaking, if the position otherwise meets the OPT requirements, it is possible to work as an unpaid intern during the initial OPT period. However, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has indicated that unpaid internships during a STEM OPT extension are not...
Answer There is no requirement that a person be in H1B status for a company to initiate a PERM case for that individual. (01.Jun.2022)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our FREE online services, click here. Access more...
Answer Yes, it is possible. However, each employer must fully comply with the standard STEM OPT requirements, including the requirement that it employ the individual for a minimum of 20 hours per week. (04.May.2022)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For...
Answer There are no special visas available specifically based on the invasion of Ukraine. However, depending on the circumstances, there may be options to apply for a nonimmigrant visa.One option may be to apply for a B-1/B-2 visa. One hurdle with this option is that the...
Answer Assuming the master's was issued by a public university or other nonprofit institution that is accredited, yes, you likely qualify. There is no requirement that one be in F-1 status in order to qualify for the master's cap. (02.Feb.2022)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide...
Answer First off, note that the general itinerary requirement that had been in place was rescinded in 2020. So, there is a good chance your employer is not required to submit an itinerary.That being said, if your employer is submitting an itinerary, there is no formal...
Answer Generally speaking, it is possible to remain on OPT rather than apply for a change to H1B with the previous employer. Typically, this would not have a negative impact on the individual. (02.Dec.2021)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For...
Answer There is no requirement that a person take classes while in F-1 status in order to qualify for the master's cap. (13.Oct.2021)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our FREE online services, click here. Access more FAQs...
Answer No, ordinarily, it is not possible to apply for a visa "stamp" from within the United States. (13.Oct.2021)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 © 2021, MURTHY...
Answer This should not be a cause for concern. F-1 students now are generally eligible for blanket waivers. Therefore, no annotation is needed. (02.Sep.2021)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our FREE online services, click here. Access more...
