08
Dec
2023
Know Your Premium Processing!
Premium processing is not available for all cases! And for eligible cases, fees and processing times vary by the case. Here’s a chart from USCIS for your easy reference!...
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06
Dec
2023
U.S. Consulate General Chennai CLOSED Wed-Fri, 06-08.Dec.2023
UPDATE: Although Cyclone Michaung has dissipated, it brought heavy rainfall and flooding to the northern coastal areas of Tamil Nadu, including Chennai, and it is not yet safe to visit the U.S. Consulate. Consequently, the U.S. Consulate General in Chennai will be closed again on Thursday, 07.Dec...
05
Dec
2023
Keeping your Step-Family Together
Did you know that it’s possible to file an I-130 petition to sponsor a stepchild and stepparent? The Murthy Law Firm can help keep your family together. Contact us....
29
Nov
2023
Report Your Lost / Stolen Travel Documents
A U.S. visa is permanently lost if it is stamped inside passport which is lost or stolen. For safekeeping tips or to report a loss, visit this U.S. Department of State travel page....
29
Nov
2023
Domestic H1B Visa Renewal Update
A limited number of H1B workers soon will qualify to renew their visas from within the U.S. - possibly as early as Dec 2023 or Jan 2024, according to the U.S. Department of State. Read more....
28
Nov
2023
Dropbox Interview Alert: Some Interview Waivers ending Soon!
DOS COVID-19 policy authorizing in-person visa interview waivers for renewals for visa that expired within 48 months of interview (original rule was 12 months) will end after 31.Dec.2023! See more....
28
Nov
2023
Minor Children Cannot Be Barred from US Based on No Status
Did you know? Even if your child under 18 were to fall out of status, their departure from the U.S. would still not make them subject to a bar on return, since minors cannot be unlawfully present....
26
Nov
2023
F-1 COS Reminder
When changing status to F-1 student, you are allowed to have up to 30 days of status gap between current status and the I-20 program start date; however, you must still file for F-1 COS while in valid status....
22
Nov
2023
USCIS Expands myProgress
The USCIS myProgress personalized processing time estimation tool is now available for certain I-485 applications and form I-821 Temporary Protected Status applications through your USCIS online account. See more....
20
Nov
2023
Additional H2B Visas Available
USCIS and DOL add 64,716 more H2B temporary nonagricultural worker visas above the 66K cap for FY2024, helping seasonal industries like hospitality and tourism, landscaping, and seafood processing meet consumer demand. Read more....