30 Oct 2017

My H1B petition was filed using premium processing, and the USCIS website now shows that the case was denied. Will the employer / attorney receive an eMail notice explaining the reason for the denial?

Answer The detailed reason/s for a denial typically are not issued via eMail. Rather, this is usually sent to the employer and/or attorney of record via fax and through regular 'snail' mail. (30.Oct.2017)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance...

30 Oct 2017

I am in L1A status and have almost completed my max of 7 years. I have an approved I-140. Based on that, can I move to H1B status once my 7 years is completed?

Answer Time spent in L1A status generally counts against the 6-year max for H1B time. An approved I-140 cannot be used to extend L1A status beyond the 7-year max, but can be used to extend H1B status beyond the standard 6-years allowed.That being said, the approved...