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08 Nov 2019

NewsFlash! USCIS Proposes to Increase Filing Fees for Most Immigration Benefits

This evening, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a proposed rule to increase filing fees for most types of applications and petitions. It would also add a number of new fees and change certain other immigration benefit request requirements. The proposed rule is...

18:16 / For Employers / For Families / For Individuals / Government / Homeland Security / Immigration / NewsBrief / Resident / USCIS News / Worker
07 Nov 2019

I have an L1A visa stamp in my passport and a B-1/B-2 visa stamp. If I want to come to the U.S. for 1 week on vacation. If I enter using my B-1/B-2, will that cause my L1A stamp to be revoked?

Answer There is no prohibition against having multiple visa "stamps" in one's passport. Entering the U.S. using one's B-1/B-2 visa typically would have no impact on the L1A visa. (07.Nov.2019)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our FREE...

13:19 / FAQs / For Individuals / Travel / Visitor / Worker
07 Nov 2019

I am currently working based on H-4 EAD. Can my company sponsor me for a green card under the EB3 category?

Answer Working based on an H-4 EAD typically would have no impact on a company's ability to sponsor you for a green card. As long as you meet the standard requirements, the company can sponsor you for an EB3 position. (07.Nov.2019)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys...

13:12 / Employment Based / FAQs / For Employers / For Families / Nonimmigrant Family / Resident / Worker
31 Oct 2019

My STEM OPT was approved through July 2021. My H1B was selected in this year’s lottery, but it was just denied. Can I keep working based on my STEM OPT?

Answer Normally, an H1B change-of-status denial would have no impact on one's current status or eligibility to continue working in STEM OPT. (30.Oct.2019)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our FREE online services, click here.Access more FAQs here. Copyright...

12:12 / FAQs / For Individuals / Student / Worker
31 Oct 2019

My H-4 EAD is about to expire, and my EAD renewal application has been pending for three months. If I submit an expedite request and that request is denied, will it negatively impact my pending EAD application?

Answer In the current environment, the USCIS generally will only approve an expedite request if the person can provide a compelling reason and strong supporting evidence for the expedite request. That being said, if the request is denied, this normally should not negatively impact the pending...

12:09 / Employment Based / FAQs / For Families / Nonimmigrant Family / Resident / Worker
31 Oct 2019

I have been working in H1B status for several years. My I-94 has been extended to 2022, but the visa stamp in my passport has expired. Can I apply for a new stamp in Canada?

Answer Generally speaking, it is possible to apply for a visa "stamp" in Canada. It is suggested that you read this official information regarding third-country nationals applying for a visa in Canada. (30.Oct.2019)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information...

11:57 / Consulates / FAQs / Travel / Worker
24 Oct 2019

My H1B petition was filed using premium processing, and an RFE was issued within 15 days. My employer just submitted the RFE response. Will that also be reviewed using premium processing?

Answer Yes, generally speaking, the case will remain in the premium processing track until it is approved or denied. The USCIS normally will issue a final decision - or, less likely, issue a second RFE or a notice of intent to deny (NOID) - within 15...

11:32 / FAQs / For Employers / For Individuals / Worker