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...
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...
We are pleased to announce the opening of our India affiliate, Murthy Immigration Services’ new Mumbai office, expanding their presence in India and making U.S. immigration services more accessible to clients in Mumbai and surrounding areas.Mumbai Contact Information Murthy Immigration Services, Pvt. Ltd. Suite 232, 2nd Floor,...
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...
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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...
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...
A consular interview is an important step for many applicants seeking a U.S. nonimmigrant visa. Procedures and questions vary by visa category and consular post, but preparation can help applicants to present accurate information about their travel plans and qualifications. This article explains what to...
In the typical employment-based permanent residence (commonly, "green card") case, the second stage of the three-stage process is the employer's Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker, filed on the I-140 form. One of the essential aspects of the I-140 is the requirement that the sponsoring employer...
