The H1B registration period for fiscal year 2026 (FY26) is nearly upon us. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will kick off the two-week H1B registration period on 07.Mar.2025. And, while there are some registration system enhancements this year, the core process of submitting...
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released details of the H1B registration for fiscal year 2026 (FY26). Per the announcement, the registration period will start at noon Eastern Time (ET) on 07.Mar.2025, and end at noon ET on 24.Mar.2025. Background on Registration Process To submit...
Answer If the H1B is filed for consular processing, it means the petition will not be approved with an I-94. If the beneficiary already has a valid H1B visa “stamp” in their passport, however, they do not need to go back to the consulate. Rather, the...
When filing an H1B petition, employers may receive a request for evidence (RFE) from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) asking for additional information before a decision is made. One of the most common issues raised in an RFE is whether the job qualifies...
The 60-day grace period provides possible options for H1B workers whose employment has ended to remain in the United States while seeking new H1B employment. One of these options, as outlined on the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) website, is to change status to...
Answer The current ownership structure generally would not work, as there must be common ownership and control of both the foreign and U.S. entities. If you change the ownership structure so that you own / control both entities, this would resolve the qualifying relationship issue and...
Answer No, this is no cause for concern. A denial in this situation normally would neither create any type of immigration problem, nor be viewed negatively by immigration officials. (28.Jan.2025)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our FREE...
The H1B program has long been a valuable way for U.S. businesses to employ highly skilled workers. Recent regulatory changes implemented shortly before the end of the Biden Administration also have created an easier pathway for H1B workers who seek to establish their own businesses...
Answer You should be able to return on L1A or H1B. Either way, this should not impact your eligibility for the EB1(c) category. (22.Jan.2025)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our FREE online services, click here. Access more...
Answer If an H1B change of employer is denied, this normally would not affect the validity of the existing H1B petition with your current employer. (22.Jan.2025)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our FREE online services, click here....
