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20 Sep 2018

USCIS Data Shows General Increase in Processing Times

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released a table of the national average processing times by fiscal year for various types of forms, through the first half of FY18. The U.S. government fiscal year runs from October 1st through September 30th. The data shows that...

18 Sep 2018

Can I enroll in university while working in an H1B position?

Answer It is permissible to attend classes in H1B status, as long as one continues to work in the H1B position pursuant to the terms of the H1B petition. (18.Sep.2018)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the...

13:54 / FAQs / For Individuals / Student / Worker

10 Sep 2018

USCIS Provides Guidance on RFE/NOID Memo, Policy Goes into Effect 11.Sep.2018

On September 6, 2018, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) held a public stakeholder teleconference to provide some additional guidance on how the July 13, 2018 Issuance of Certain RFEs and NOIDs memorandum will be implemented. This memo, which goes into effect on Tuesday,...

15:29 / Citizen / For Employers / For Individuals / NewsBrief / Resident / Student / Worker

27 Aug 2018

I am on STEM OPT. Is it safe to travel to India this December?

Answer Assuming that one has a valid F-1 visa, and is employed in a valid STEM position, this generally should not be a problem. A fresh I-20 endorsed for travel and an employment letter are required. (27.Aug.2018)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other...

13:21 / FAQs / For Individuals / Student / Travel

23 Aug 2018

MurthyAudio: Analyzing Latest Regulations and Policies, Part 1

The Trump Administration continues to push for changes to those in nonimmigrant status and the U.S. employment-based immigration system. Though legislative wins have been tough to come by, the Administration has had more luck reforming immigration rules through memos and regulations. Sheela Murthy leads a discussion...

08:53 / Employment Based / Family Based / For Employers / For Families / For Individuals / MurthyAudio / Resident / Student / Visitor / Worker

21 Aug 2018

Federal Court Decision Limits Impact of Maryland Theft Conviction on Immigration Status

The Fourth Circuit Federal Court of Appeals recently ruled in Levya Martinez v. Sessions, that a theft conviction under Maryland law is not a "crime involving moral turpitude" (CIMT). A conviction of a CIMT can have a serious impact on a foreign national's eligibility for...

08:45 / For Individuals / NewsBrief / Resident / Student / Worker

20 Aug 2018

I am in H-4 status and am enrolled in university. How can I transfer to F-1 status?

Answer In order to change from H-4 to F-1, one would need to obtain an I-20 from the university's designated school official (DSO), then apply for a change of status (form I-539) with the USCIS. Keep in mind that one must be in valid status both...

15:12 / FAQs / For Families / For Individuals / Nonimmigrant Family / Student / Worker

20 Aug 2018

Can an F-1 student invest in a U.S. business?

Answer An individual in F-1 status without an EAD typically can only engage in passive investments in the U.S. If you are uncertain whether an investment would be treated as active vs. passive you should consult with an attorney. (20.Aug.2018)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela...

15:05 / FAQs / For Individuals / Student

17 Aug 2018

NewsFlash! USCIS Clarifies That Offsite STEM OPT Employment is Permitted

This afternoon, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) updated its STEM OPT webpage to clarify that STEM OPT workers can be placed offsite if certain requirements are met. The update also alters certain reporting requirements for F-1 students working pursuant to STEM OPT and...

12:34 / For Employers / NewsBrief / Student / USCIS News

13 Aug 2018

My employer wants to sponsor me for EB3 and file my H1B petition before I file for my STEM OPT extension. Will this impact the OPT extension application?

Answer In general, these types of applications would not affect an OPT extension. (13.Aug.2018)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 here.Access more FAQs here. Copyright © 2018,...

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