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18 Dec 2018

Possible Government Shutdown After December 21, 2018

Congress must pass a spending bill to extend government operations by midnight of December 21, 2018, or else another temporary shutdown of the federal government will go into effect. This would be the third shutdown of 2018.The crux of the current budget dispute revolves around...

17 Dec 2018

Is it possible to keep two valid visas (H-4 and F-1) in my passport at the same time? Will this cause any problems at the U.S. port of entry?

Answer One is normally permitted to have multiple valid visas in the same passport. When requesting admission at the U.S. port of entry, you should make clear to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer which visa you are using to request admission. (17.Dec.2018)In frequent...

12:21 / FAQs / For Individuals / Travel

19 Nov 2018

My passport expires in less than two years. If I apply for a visitor visa now, will it still be issued with a validity period of 10 years?

Answer One normally still could receive a full-validity-period visa, even if the passport expires in 2 years. (19.Nov.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...

14:16 / Consulates / FAQs / For Individuals / Travel / Visitor

19 Nov 2018

I have a pending I-485, but do not have an advance parole document or a visa. What options do I have for international travel?

Answer To travel in this situation, one generally would need either a valid AP or a valid H1B or L-1 visa. (19.Nov.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...

13:53 / FAQs / For Individuals / Resident / Travel

05 Nov 2018

Can I live in Canada, but work in the U.S. in H1B status? I would travel to the job every morning, and then return to Canada after work.

Answer One can be employed in H1B status by an U.S. company, and reside in Canada. This is sometimes referred to as a "commuter" H1B. It is uncommon, but not unheard of. (05.Nov.2018)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance...

14:06 / FAQs / For Employers / For Individuals / Travel / Worker

22 Oct 2018

Is it advisable to travel while an H1B transfer is pending?

Answer Generally, it is not recommended to travel while an H1B change of employer (commonly referred to as a "transfer") is pending. Technically, if you have a valid unexpired H1B visa "stamp" from Company A, there is a USCIS memo that says that, with the visa...

13:31 / FAQs / For Employers / For Individuals / Travel / Worker

10 Oct 2018

Incomplete Indian Marriage Ceremony Can Result in Permanent Bar to Enter U.S.

In recent months, attorneys at the Murthy Law Firm have been hearing from a number of people who have had their applications for dependent visas (e.g., F-2, H-4) denied. The cases involve visa applications filed prior to the couple's completion of all of the marriage...

12:42 / Consulates / For Families / For Individuals / NewsBrief / Nonimmigrant Family / Student / Travel / Worker

08 Oct 2018

I am in H1B status and have an approved I-140. I plan to move back to India for the time being. Will I still be able to use my I-140 in the future?

Answer Yes, an approved I-140 can be converted to "consular processing" by the employer, and later used to obtain an immigrant visa and "green card," as long as the employer is still offering the same job. (08.Oct.2018)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other...

15:30 / Employment Based / FAQs / For Individuals / Resident / Travel / Worker

01 Oct 2018

FY19 Diversity Lottery Registration

The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has issued instructions for entry in the fiscal year 2020 (FY20) diversity visa (DV) lottery. The DV lottery, often called the "green card" lottery, grants 50,000 immigrant visas each year to qualified applicants. Registration for FY20 begins at noon...

07:41 / Consulates / For Families / For Individuals / Green Card Lottery / Immigrant Family / NewsBrief / Resident / Travel

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

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