Today, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) released the August 2023 Visa Bulletin. Several categories retrogress in the latest visa bulletin, although at least some of the backlogs should start clearing up in October, when the new fiscal year begins. All cutoff dates listed refer...
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released updated guidance for an employment authorization document (EAD) based on compelling circumstances for a person who has an I-140 immigrant petition approval. The updated guidance explains the eligibility criteria for a compelling circumstances EAD, gives examples...
Answer There is no requirement that dependents be in the U.S. when an I-140 is filed. Once the priority date is current, however, each dependent would need to be physically in the United States in order to file his or her I-485 adjustment-of-status application. The alternative...
Answer A change in citizenship would ordinarily not affect an approved I-140. (06.Jul.2023)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 © 2023, MURTHY LAW FIRM. All Rights Reserved...
Answer Being in the U.S. would typically not impact the wait time for an immigrant visa. If you happen to be in H1B status when the I-130 is approved and your priority date is current, you could file for adjustment of status (form I-485), as opposed...
For a variety of reasons, there are situations in which individuals who hold lawful permanent resident (LPR) status may wish to relinquish their green cards. Personal circumstances change over time and new opportunities present themselves, making it necessary or desirable to relocate outside of the...
A foreign national may become subject to inadmissibility for a variety of reasons. Those deemed inadmissible are not eligible for immigrant or nonimmigrant visas, admission to the United States, extension of nonimmigrant status, or adjustment of status to that of a lawful permanent resident (LPR)....
Answer Assuming Employer A did not withdraw the I-140 petition, yes, this should be possible. Obviously, you and Employer A would need to intend for you to work in the Java Developer position once the green card is issued. But the fact that you are not...
The PERM labor certification process is lengthy and complex. While many receive good news at the end of the process, some PERM decisions are not favorable. The Murthy Law Firm often receives inquiries from individuals and their employers following their receipt of PERM denials. These...
Answer There is no conflict between being in L1A status and having a PERM case filed on one's behalf.Note, however, that the maximum amount of time a person may remain in L1A status is seven years. Unlike the H1B category, which allows a person to extend...
