The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has withdrawn a 2018 notice of proposed rulemaking that would have eliminated the International Entrepreneur (IE) parole program. This program is aimed at expanding the immigration options for foreign entrepreneurs who help the U.S. economy by creating jobs,...
AnswerWage levels are determined based on the occupation, the minimum job requirements, such as years of work experience and level of education, and the work location(s). There are four wage levels, ranging from wage level 1 (entry level) to wage level 4 (fully competent).To be...
AnswerNo. Under the current immigration rules, owing money to a credit card company typically would not prevent a person from entering the United States. (20.May.2021)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our FREE online services, click here....
Answer Ordinarily, if an H1B extension is timely filed, no unlawful presence would start to accumulate until after the extension is denied. (20.May.2021)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our FREE online services, click here. Access more FAQs...
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has reinstated its policy to defer to previously issued approvals when adjudicating petitions requesting extensions of nonimmigrant status if all the terms and conditions remain the same. This marks a return to the long-standing policy of deference to...
Answer There is no requirement under immigration law that normally would force a former (or current) employer to provide you with an employer verification letter. However, there may be other options to evidence your previous work experience, such as affidavits from former co-workers. (13.May.2021)Sheela Murthy and...
Updates on immigration policy and procedures in the first few months of the new Biden Administration, including H1B and green card processing, are discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in this podcast recorded 05.May.2021.The MP3 is available here, and is listed in the archive of...
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will be suspending the biometrics requirement for H-4, L-2 and E dependents. This temporary policy change is expected to go into effect on May 17, 2021, and remain in place for at least two years. The purpose of...
Answer The suspension of travel from India due to the pandemic only applies to people who were physically in India during the past 14 days. If a person travels to a third country, such as Mexico, for two weeks, the travel ban would not prevent that...
Answer Yes, even if your employer withdraws the H1B petition, this will not prevent you from utilizing the 60-day grace period. (06.May.2021)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...
