Answer In general, there is no limitation on the amount of time a person may remain outside the U.S., as long as the person returns before the expiration of the advance parole. (12.Jun.2017)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance...
Answer A master's degree from an accredited public university would normally be acceptable for both purposes, regardless of whether or not the classes are taken online. (12.Jun.2017)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law in real...
This afternoon, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) released the July 2017 Visa Bulletin. In the final action (FA) chart, the employment-based, first preference (EB1) category remains unchanged from the previous month, with India and China stuck with cutoff dates of January 1, 2012. In...
Answer It depends what type of audit it is. This may be a PERM audit, which is a fairly normal part of a labor certification filing. On the other hand, it could mean that the DOL or DHS are examining an employer's I-9 records, or H1B...
Since the inauguration of President Trump in January, there has been much uncertainty in the immigrant community, and information is key. Accordingly, the Murthy Law Firm offered a special 3-part teleconference series to U.S. employers of foreign nationals for three consecutive weeks in May. Entitled...
The employment-based, fifth preference (EB5) immigrant investor program provides an avenue for foreign nationals to become U.S. permanent residents ("green card" holders) based on a qualifying investment in a U.S. commercial enterprise. This category, established in 1990, was once underutilized, but has become a popular...
Answer Moving to F-1 status does not affect one's eligibility for the GC. Turning 21 might, however, if one is not protected under the Child Status Protection Act. This is a complicated question, and one should consult a qualified attorney in this regard. (22.May.2017)In frequent sessions...
Last night, Charles Oppenheim, Chief of the Visa Control and Reporting Division for the U.S. Department of State (DOS), was the featured speaker at the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) D.C. Chapter meeting. During his talk, he provided some updated predictions regarding the employment-based, third...
Answer Unless the case is approved before the end of May 2017 (i.e. before the retrogressed dates go into effect), then yes, it will cause a delay. The GC could not be approved until the priority date is current again, which should occur in October 2017....
Answer In most situations, simple traffic violations would not prevent an H1B renewal or GC case from being approved. (15.May.2017)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law in real time. For details on chat participation, click...
