17 Oct 2011

Effect of Overstay for Visa Issuance

Since October 1, 1996, any person who has "overstayed" (remained in the U.S. past the expiration date on his/her latest I-94 card), even for a single day, has been no longer eligible to apply for the nonimmigrant (temporary) visa from a country other than her/his...

17 Oct 2011

Visitor FAQs

Question 1. How do I apply for a visa at the U.S. Consulate in Madras / Chennai, India?Because each consulate is unique and requires its own comprehensive list of documents, we strongly recommend that you first visit the webpage of the consular post you are...

22 Jun 2011

Reinstatement of F-1 Status

From time to time, F-1 students fail to maintain their status, often unintentionally. A foreign national student studying in the United States can fall out of status either as a result of an action on his or her own part, such as working without authorization...

15 Sep 2003

H1B Status: 6-Year Limit, Portability, and More

This overview examines the six-year limitation on a foreign national's stay in the United States in H1B status, and the exceptions to that limit. It also explains H1B portability, the H1B quota or "cap" provisions, and related matters. Duration of Stay in H1B Status The maximum duration...

02 Aug 2002

The Legislative Process – How a Bill Becomes a Law

Periodically, MurthyDotCom carries reports on pending legislation of interest to our readers. The process of making a bill into a law can be complex and intricate, involving many procedural aspects and potential variations. As a service to our readers, we take this opportunity to outline...