Answer As long as the foreign national continues to work in accordance with the terms of the approved H1B petition, it generally is permissible to also enroll in school as a full-time student. (31.Oct.2016)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide...
A large percentage of the H1B petitions filed with United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) each year involve employment in the so-called "E-V-C" (employer-vendor-client) model. In such EVC model cases, the H1B employee is placed at the worksite of a company other than the...
Answer Unfortunately, this provision applies only to H1B status, not to L-1. L1A status cannot be extended beyond 7 years. (24.Oct.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,...
Answer H1B petitions can always be 'upgraded' to premium processing. Cases filed for premium processing (whether filed that way initially or upgraded later) appear to have a greater incidence of being issued RFEs. This is likely due to the strict timelines the USCIS officers must adhere...
The U.S. Department of State (DOS) implemented a policy on November 5, 2015 that requires consular officers to revoke the nonimmigrant visas of individuals arrested for, or convicted of driving under the influence (DUI), driving while intoxicated (DWI), or similar alcohol-related crimes. The DOS has...
USTraveldocs.com, which handles visa appointment services for U.S. embassies and consulates, has issued a public notice, advising stakeholders of a large, temporary increase in visa appointment availability. The notice states: The U.S. embassy and the four U.S. consulates in India have made thousands of extra visa...
Answer Generally speaking, if a foreign national changes to H-4 status and then travels outside the U.S. (with the exception of Canada or Mexico for trips of fewer than 30 days), s/he will need to obtain an H-4 visa stamp to reenter in H-4 status. (17.Oct.2016)In...
Answer This type of H1B petition may require more documentation regarding the legitimacy of the company, and may require a special strategy when filing. However, they are routinely approved if properly presented. (17.Oct.2016)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance...
Answer The H-4 spouse needs to be in the United States in order to apply for an H-4 EAD. (10.Oct.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...
Answer Typically, the denial of an H1B change of employer would have no impact on one's ability to continue working for the existing employer. (10.Oct.2016)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law in real time. For...
