Answer Attorneys are not normally permitted to attend visa interviews, so the representation is limited to contacting the consulate by phone or eMail, before or after the visa interview. This can be accomplished from the U.S., and the Murthy Law Firm routinely contacts consulates for visa...
Answer This should not normally be an issue, as long as one can explain the reason for the visit (when arriving at U.S. Customs) and provide proof of sufficient funds for the trip, if questioned. (22.May.2017)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior...
Answer No, one in this situation can normally travel with both passports, and then present both the valid passport and the expired passport with the valid U.S. visa stamp. (15.May.2017)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the...
... I obtained an I-20 form and applied for change of status to F-1. My application is still pending. The program starts next week and my B-2 status will expire around the same time. What do I need to do to comply with immigration law...
Answer Yes, it is generally possible to request a six-month extension. These requests are frequently denied, however, unless the applicant can provide evidence of a valid reason as to why the extended stay is warranted. Further, a denial could result in the visa 'stamp' being automatically...
Answer We have received confirmation from the Department of State that the drop box program is still in place and being used in Chennai (and elsewhere). If the program is changed in the future there will likely be an announcement made on ustraveldocs.com. And, of course,...
... My B-2 expires in a few days. I know I should not start my program of study until the USCIS approves my request for change of status to F-1. If the USCIS does not approve my F-1 status by the start of my program...
Answer As long as the I-539 was filed before the I-94 expired, this typically would allow the applicant to remain in the U.S. in a 'period of authorized stay' until the application is approved or denied. (19.Dec.2016)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other...
Answer A U.S. citizen can sponsor his/her mother (or father), if she is already here on a B-2 visa, and she should be able to receive her "green card" without departing the United States. One's parent should not come on a visitor visa with the intention...
Answer Typically, the USCIS does not reroute a case sent to the wrong address. Rather, the USCIS typically rejects such cases and returns them to the applicants. (15.Aug.2016)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law in...
