Answer USCIS generally has nothing to do with a visa application at the consulate. One can eMail the consulate directly, but this works inconsistently. Two to three months is the norm for 221g requests at this point. (08.Jan.2018)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and...
Answer Concurrent H1Bs are permitted. Each company must receive their own H1B approval on one's behalf. (08.Jan.2018)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 here.Access more FAQs...
Answer Very likely, the H1B filed in April could be approved only for consular processing, not for a change of status. This means that, assuming the H1B case is selected in the lottery and approved, one in this situation would probably need to depart the U.S....
Answer Entering as a visitor (either using ESTA or a B-1/B-2 visa), and then filing for permanent residence normally would be considered fraud, particularly if the filing took place within 90 days of entry as a visitor. (08.Jan.2018)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and...
... However, it has been several months since the requested OPT start date and my application is still pending after the USCIS issued a request for evidence (RFE) on my case and I responded to it. Should I be concerned that the time I remain...
Answer It is important to understand that the H-4 EAD is still available. We have not yet even seen a formal proposal to eliminate it - all we have is an indication that such a regulation is being written. It may never be released. If it...
Answer There is no indication of such a rule being proposed at this time. Further, the ability to extend H1B status beyond 6 years is partially based on a law, rather than a regulation. Therefore, to get rid of this rule would likely require that Congress...
Answer Yes, multiple H1B filings are permitted. If both are approved, the employee generally is able to choose the employer for whom s/he prefers to work. (18.Dec.2017)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law in real...
Answer Such a proposal has been introduced in Congress, and has been promoted by the Trump Administration. It does not appear to have much support at this time, and passage seems unlikely. (18.Dec.2017)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance...
... After a very short interview, the consular officer denied my visa application based on a lack of ties with my home country of China. I have a valid B-1/B-2 visa stamp in my passport, which I received 2 years ago. Can I use that...
