An employer may withdraw an approved Form I-140 after an employee changes jobs or the permanent position is no longer available. Whether that withdrawal ends the petition's approval depends largely on its timing. If the approval remains in effect, the petition may still help the...
Answer The issue is not well settled. However, under a conservative interpretation, services performed while the individual is physically present in the United States would likely be considered employment, even if the employer is located abroad and the compensation is paid outside the United States. (10.Nov.2026) Sheela Murthy...
On November 4, 2026, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a policy memorandum addressing how an applicant’s support of dependents, sponsorship obligations, and public benefits-related conduct may affect the good moral character determination required for naturalization. The memorandum states that USCIS plans to issue additional...
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Proactive tips to prepare for filing your I-485 application are discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in this podcast for employers. Topics include what to have ready when the priority dates move, how to file a downgraded I-140 petition, and other matters that arise when...
A pending U-visa petition does not protect a person from removal while the petition or a visa number is pending. In Matter of L. Ramirez, 30 I&N Dec. 157 (BIA 2026), decided October 16, 2026, the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) eliminated a rule that...
Answer Generally, no. An unexpired H1B visa stamp ordinarily may be used with the new employer’s valid H1B approval notice. The traveler should carry the new approval notice and evidence of current employment and should be prepared to explain the change of employer when requesting admission....
With the general election approaching, foreign nationals should understand that appearing on a voter roll does not establish eligibility to vote. Lawful permanent residents, individuals in non-immigrant status, and other noncitizens generally may not vote in U.S. federal elections. Voting when prohibited by law, or...
Answer Generally, yes. A blanket L refusal does not necessarily prevent the employer from filing an individual Form I-129 petition with USCIS. The individual petition should address the concerns raised during the blanket application and include detailed evidence establishing each L-1 requirement. (27.Oct.2026) Sheela Murthy and other...
The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has released the November 2026 Visa Bulletin. Several employment-based and family-based cutoff dates advance, while others remain unchanged. Unless otherwise noted, the cutoff dates below are from the final action chart (Chart A), which governs when an immigrant visa...
