Answer This question would have to be asked of the school. Universities set their own definitions for the various tuition levels. (07.Dec.2015)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...
Answer Yes, H1B workers can attend school in addition to their employment. The guidance on this is brief; it just says that the H1B job must be the primary purpose for being in the United States. So, we usually think of this as full-time work, part-time...
Answer Yes, but thought must be given to the H1B timing. The L-1 time counts against the H1B six-year limit. So, a person who spent 5 years in L1A status would typically only have one year of H1B time available. The H-1 could be extended beyond...
Answer Yes, an employer could file a GC case for an L-2 employee working on EAD. However, the L-1 and L-2 categories do not have the same extension provisions as the H1B category. So, the GC filing would not make the L-2 eligible for more time;...
Answer No, the family-based GC categories specify relatives for which one can file. It is not possible to have fact- specific qualification based upon closeness of the relationship (like an aunt / grandmother that raised someone) or financial / other dependence. (30.Nov.2015)In frequent sessions of our...
Answer Generally speaking, the H1B status ends when the job ends. If the employer has terminated the employment; that is the end of the status. While the employer is supposed to notify, failure to do so doesn't preserve status. (23.Nov.2015)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela...
Answer An individual who has a properly filed I-485 may remain in the U.S. based upon that filing. This is considered a "period of authorized stay." There is no requirement that the H1B status be extended, but it is often advisable to do so to provide...
Answer We always support positive immigration reform, including the opportunity for I-140 beneficiaries (and spouses!) to apply for EADs. There appears to be some action on this matter, but it is very difficult to judge if or when it may occur and, if so, what the...
Answer Whether you are eligible for unemployment benefits is a matter of state law. But, if one is eligible, taking such benefits does not create immigration public charge issues. Unemployment is insurance; it is not a "means tested public benefit." (23.Nov.2015)In frequent sessions of our...
... This application was approved in August for the start date of October 1. However, because I enrolled in a degree program, I also filed an application for change of status to F-1. The F-1 application was approved in September with an immediate effect. Now,...
