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24 Jun 2019

My wife recently applied to extend her H-4 status and renew her H-4 EAD. If I switch to a different H1B employer, will that impact her pending cases?

Answer Generally speaking, moving to a new H1B employer would not impact the dependent spouse's pending H-4/EAD extension applications. (24.Jun.2019)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...

08:03 / Employment Based / FAQs / For Families / For Individuals / Nonimmigrant Family / Resident / Worker
17 Jun 2019

My employer made an error on my I-9 form when I was hired several months ago. The company has asked me to fill out a new I-9. Does this impact my immigration status?

Answer The I-9 is a form that is retained in the employer's records. It only serves to confirm that the people employed by the company are legally authorized to work. It has absolutely no impact on one's immigration status. (17.Jun.2019)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela...

09:23 / FAQs / For Individuals / Worker
17 Jun 2019

I was in the U.S. in H1B status previously and I have an approved I-140. I am currently living in India. I applied for a job in the U.S., and the company wishes for me to come in for an in-person interview. What type of visa can I apply for, and what documents do I need from the U.S. company?

Answer Assuming that the company has not yet filed an H1B petition, the proper visa for one in this situation would normally be a B-1/B-2 "visitor" visa. This type of visa is not "sponsored." However, a letter from the company, on company letterhead, inviting one to...

09:19 / Consulates / FAQs / For Individuals / Travel / Visitor / Worker