14 May 2025

I work for a company in India that has a contract with a U.S. company. They are our main client, and we do a lot of business with them. Is it possible to qualify for L-1 based on this relationship?

Answer No, this relationship likely would not suffice. You generally must show common ownership and control to have a qualifying relationship. (14.May.2025)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...

07 May 2025

Can my employer file an H1B petition that would allow me to work at two different client sites on two different projects?

Answer Yes, this generally is possible. A single LCA can have multiple worksites. And the H1B petition filed by the employer can indicate that the foreign national will work on two different projects at two different locations. (07.May.2025)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that...

01 May 2025

MurthyAudio: Best Practices for International Travel 2025

Murthy Law Firm attorneys guide nonimmigrants and others on preparation for entering the U.S. at a port of entry (POE) in 2025. The MP3 is available here and can be found in the archive of our teleconferences and podcasts on iTunes.  ...

30 Apr 2025

I am an Indian citizen in H1B status and will be going to Australia for a few weeks as a tourist. Can I apply for a new H1B visa stamp from a consulate while I am there?

Answer U.S. consulates typically allow third country nationals to apply for nonimmigrant visas. (30.Apr.2025)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 © 2025, MURTHY LAW FIRM. All Rights Reserved...

23 Apr 2025

I will be applying for a new H1B visa stamp when I am in India next month. My current H1B visa stamp is still valid for another 4 months. If the consulate denies my visa renewal, am I still allowed to return using the existing visa stamp?

Answer If your visa renewal request is denied, this would not directly impact your existing H1B visa “stamp.” However, the consular officer has the ability to revoke the existing visa stamp, if they so wish. (22.Apr.2025)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the...