... I understand that, if my H1B petition is accepted for processing and is not denied, revoked, or withdrawn, it will allow me to continue working on cap gap past the expiration of my OPT EAD. If my wife does not file her application for...
Answer Generally speaking, a person with an H-4 EAD may apply for unemployment benefits, assuming s/he otherwise qualifies. (09.Jan.2017)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...
Answer In general, a visa "stamp" is only required for purposes of reentering the U.S. after foreign travel. Otherwise, one can change status within the U.S. One's dependent typically should be able to receive an H-4 "stamp" in this scenario. (09.Jan.2017)In frequent sessions of our Chat,...
On December 23, 2016, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is implementing a substantial filing fee increase for nearly all case types. The raised fees apply to cases received by the USCIS on or after December 23rd. A more detailed overview of the raise...
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Answer To be able to take classes on a part-time basis, you may need to apply for a change of status from F-1 to F-2 as a spouse of an F-1 student. Individuals in F-2 status are permitted to enroll in less than a full-time study,...
Answer The new automatic EAD extension only applies in situations where no other approval is required. For H-4 and L-2 EADs, approval of the underlying status is required first, so the automatic extension is not available. (28.Nov.2016)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other...
Answer Any U.S. citizen or green card holder can be a "joint sponsor" for a family-based immigrant visa case. (28.Nov.2016)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...
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a final rule on November 18, 2016, entitled Retention of EB1, EB2, and EB3 Immigrant Workers and Program Improvements Affecting High-Skilled Nonimmigrant Workers. This new regulation was first proposed in late 2015, as outlined in the MurthyDotCom...
An advance copy of the final rule, entitled Retention of EB1, EB2, and EB3 Immigrant Workers and Program Improvements Affecting High-Skilled Nonimmigrant Workers, has been released; it is scheduled to be published in the Federal Register on Friday, November 18, 2016. It is scheduled to...
