Per a Feb.2025 memo, the USCIS is issuing Notices to Appear (NTAs) for immigration proceedings when an individual is out of status after a denied benefit request. It is critical to ensure that your applications are filed properly! Learn more....
U.S. Department of State (DOS) imposes visa restrictions on Indian travel agency leaders s who facilitate illegal immigration. Focused on India-based entities, the policy targets violators to disrupt smuggling and trafficking networks....
There are reports of some USCIS field offices enforcing the REAL ID requirement for entry, but most continue to accept other types of authentic ID. Applicants should bring REAL ID-compliant ID to their interviews scheduled at USCIS offices to avoid issues....
Federal Court hearings revealed rushed and disorganized nature of mass SEVIS record termination that impacted thousands of students. The Murthy Law Firm is proud to support its clients during this difficult and uncertain time....
The Murthy Law Firm’s Anna Stepanova shares her insights with KXAN Texas on the new ICE policy for SEVIS terminations.Read more here....
Foreign students have reported receiving calls from individuals identifying as ICE & asking personal questions. Students should be wary of scams. If it seems legitimate, consult with an attorney before answering questions....
25.Apr.2025, DOS Global Visa Wait Times page was updated for the first time since 07.Jan.2025. B-1/B-2 visas now show average wait time and next available appointment estimate. F, M, J, & petition-based visas (H, L, O, P, Q) show only next available appt. times....
ICE reportedly plans to reinstate all SEVIS records terminated in recent weeks and will publish a formal process for future SEVIS terminations. Murthy Law Firm is already hearing from clients about reactivations. Stay tuned for more....
The Murthy Law Firm has received reports that some DSOs are seeing the F-1 SEVIS reinstatements of those who have obtained TROs....
DHS announced an overhaul of Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) database. This system is used by government agencies to verify immigration status for government benefits and issuing REAL IDs....
