Answer One normally could continue to work pursuant to the original H1B petition until it expires, assuming that this employment is still available. The one exception would be if the USCIS made a negative "status" determination in the amendment denial, which generally would not be the...
Answer Yes, a B-2 (or B-1/B-2) visa "stamp" is just an entry document. It need only be valid at the time that one applies for admission to the United States. (23.Jul.2018)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies...
Answer One who is not on U.S. soil generally is not subject to U.S. immigration law, so this normally would be fine. There may be tax implications to discuss with a CPA, however. (16.Jul.2018)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide...
Answer The USCIS oftentimes will approve an application to change status to F-1, even if the applicant has an approved I-140, but there is always a risk that the USCIS may deny the case based upon immigrant intent. Applying for an F-1 visa "stamp" at a...
... and received authorization from my designated school official (DSO) for curriculum practical training (CPT) to continue working. Is this allowed? Should I be concerned about maintaining my F-1 status? Answer Generally, there is no restriction on CPT authorization (provided it meets all applicable requirements) when the...
Answer One generally can continue with Company A indefinitely, as long as Company A's H1B approval remains valid. Joining the new employer is never required. If one does not join Company B within 60 days, however, Company B is supposed to withdraw the H1B petition. (09.Jul.2018)In...
Answer One generally is required to depart the U.S. and reenter on the same AP document. The approval of a new AP in the interim is irrelevant. One must still reenter before the old AP expires. (09.Jul.2018)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other...
Answer The I-140 is based on a particular job. If that exact job is no longer being offered to you when the priority date becomes current, the I-140 cannot be used to file one's I-485 application. A new PERM and I-140 typically would be required for...
Answer The H-4 EAD program likely will be eliminated at some point. Assuming the program is eventually terminated, we do not know yet what impact that will have on those with existing H-4 EADs. But, it certainly is possible that those with existing EADs will be...
Answer In general, this would be possible, assuming that one is in valid F-1 status. (25.Jun.2018)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 here.Access more FAQs here. Copyright...
