Answer Unfortunately, to qualify for the EB1(c) category, one must have worked as a manager or executive for a company related to the U.S. petitioner. (07.Nov.2016)Questions frequently reach us from students on a variety of matters. This is a sample question, answered by an attorney in...
Answer Generally speaking, an H1B extension or change of employer denial would have no impact on the validity of an existing H1B petition. So, ordinarily, a person in this situation may continue to work pursuant to the existing H1B petition until it expires. (31.Oct.2016)In frequent sessions...
Answer As part of filing for a green card based on a marriage to a U.S. citizen, one must demonstrate the validity of your marriage (i.e. your joint life together). If the couple is living apart, they will need to provide documentation evidencing the cause for...
Answer As long as the foreign national continues to work in accordance with the terms of the approved H1B petition, it generally is permissible to also enroll in school as a full-time student. (31.Oct.2016)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide...
Answer Unfortunately, this provision applies only to H1B status, not to L-1. L1A status cannot be extended beyond 7 years. (24.Oct.2016)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law in real time. For details on chat participation,...
Answer H1B petitions can always be 'upgraded' to premium processing. Cases filed for premium processing (whether filed that way initially or upgraded later) appear to have a greater incidence of being issued RFEs. This is likely due to the strict timelines the USCIS officers must adhere...
Answer Generally speaking, if a foreign national changes to H-4 status and then travels outside the U.S. (with the exception of Canada or Mexico for trips of fewer than 30 days), s/he will need to obtain an H-4 visa stamp to reenter in H-4 status. (17.Oct.2016)In...
Answer This type of H1B petition may require more documentation regarding the legitimacy of the company, and may require a special strategy when filing. However, they are routinely approved if properly presented. (17.Oct.2016)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance...
Answer The H-4 spouse needs to be in the United States in order to apply for an H-4 EAD. (10.Oct.2016)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law in real time. For details on chat participation, click...
Answer Typically, the denial of an H1B change of employer would have no impact on one's ability to continue working for the existing employer. (10.Oct.2016)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law in real time. For...
