As discussed in the MurthyDotCom NewsBrief, Nonimmigrant Visa Revocation Update for Those with DUI (16.Feb.2016), the U.S. Department of State (DOS) can prudentially revoke a visa foil (commonly referred to as a visa "stamp") for those convicted, or even just arrested, for driving while under...
This afternoon, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a delay in the implementation of the June 28, 2018 memorandum expanding the situations in which a foreign national is to be issued a notice to appear (NTA).The NTA memo initially called for the USCIS...
On July 13, 2018, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) posted a policy memorandum that increases the discretion of USCIS adjudicators to deny applications, petitions, or requests for immigration benefits without first issuing a request for evidence (RFE) or a notice of intent to deny...
Answer There is no inherent problem with pursuing OPT, assuming that one follows the rules. It is important to discuss all proposed OPT employment with one's designated school official (DSO), to make sure that one is compliant with the requirements. (23.Jul.2018)In frequent sessions of our Chat,...
It is important that F-1 students working pursuant to optional practical training (OPT) present proper documentation to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at U.S. ports of entry (POEs) to demonstrate that they can resume employment when they return. Additionally, they should be prepared...
On July 5, 2018, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released a policy memorandum that dramatically expands the circumstances under which the USCIS intends to issue a notice to appear (NTA), or refer cases to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for NTA...
Answer The USCIS oftentimes will approve an application to change status to F-1, even if the applicant has an approved I-140, but there is always a risk that the USCIS may deny the case based upon immigrant intent. Applying for an F-1 visa "stamp" at a...
This afternoon, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a policy memorandum that provides officers with more discretion to deny an application or petition without first having to issue either a request for evidence (RFE) or notice of intent to deny (NOID). This memo...
... and received authorization from my designated school official (DSO) for curriculum practical training (CPT) to continue working. Is this allowed? Should I be concerned about maintaining my F-1 status? Answer Generally, there is no restriction on CPT authorization (provided it meets all applicable requirements) when the...
Thursday evening, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a policy memo that appears to greatly expand the situations in which a foreign national is to be issued a notice to appear (NTA). An NTA is a charging document that initiates removal (i.e. deportation)...
