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Blanket L Admission Different than I-129S and L Visa Blanket L Petition expires before I-129S and i94
Blanket L Admission Different than I-129S and L Visa Blanket L Petition expires before I-129S and i94 I’m on L1-B under a blanket petition that expires on October 2017. My I-129S was approved until March 2019 as well as my i94. Can I work and stay legally until 2019? Or [...]
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Does H-1B Resignation form Employment Have a 60 Day Grace Period?
Does H-1B Resignation form Employment Have a 60 Day Grace Period? What is my grace period if I resign my job on October 2 just after moving to H1B status on October 1? The 60 day grace period is applicable to person who resign employment as USCIS 60 day grace [...]
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H-1B 10 Day Grace Period
H-1B 10 Day Grace Period Is the 10 day grace period to leave USA after losing job on H1B visa still applicable after USCIS issued new rule in Jan2017? Is the 10 day grace period still applicable after losing job on H1B visa after USCIS had issued new rule to [...]
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How Long Before My H1b Expires (Including Extension) I Can Ask Employer to Start Gc Process?
How Long Before My H1b Expires (Including Extension) I Can Ask Employer to Start GC Process? Location: Los Angeles, CA Hello, My H1b (including the extension expires in Dec 2018) so how long before my H1b expires, GC process should be started? (at least 1 year or 6 months or [...]
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L-2 Child or Spouse needs an Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN) for U.S. to be Stated as Dependents on U.S. Tax Return
L-2 Child or Spouse needs an Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN) for U.S. to be Stated as Dependents on U.S. Tax Return I am on L1b Visa, my wife (on L2 visa) has applied for her SSN recently, while my daughter (2yrs old) I understand will not be eligible for [...]
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L1b Admitted 58 Months Apply for H1b With a Valid H1b Approval? I am on L-1b Visa. Had a Valid H1-b Petition (Filed 2008 – No Stamping Done). Can a Company Hire Me on H1-b on That Petition Now?
L1b Admitted 58 Months Apply for H1b With a Valid H1b Approval? I am on L-1b Visa. Had a Valid H1-b Petition (Filed 2008 – No Stamping Done). Can a Company Hire Me on H1-b on That Petition Now? Location: Sunnyvale, CA I am completing 5 years in USA on [...]
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New H1b Employer Do I Need a New Visa and US Consulate Interview
New H1b Employer Do I Need a New Visa and US Consulate Interview Hi, I have a valid h1b visa stamped with company A. Luckily my existing company offered me a better position and so I applied for a h1b transfer and it got approved. I am currently in India [...]
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PERM employer name changes. How to deal with them when filing the PERM?
PERM employer name changes. How to deal with them when filing the PERM? Location: Mountain View, CA My employer changed the name recently but still keeps the same Tax ID. Before the name change, I already had a prevailing wage report (DOL report) with the old company name. Later on, [...]
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PERM process Does it require 2 years of experience for my EB2 PERM to be accepted?
PERM process Does it require 2 years of experience for my EB2 PERM to be accepted? Location: San Diego, CA I have a PhD in Computer Science and I’ve been working at a medium-size Big Data company for 1.5 year. I’m on H1B visa and I’d like to apply for [...]
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Prior H1B Cap Approval Not Used and Petition Revoked-Is an H1B Not Subject to the H1B Cap Petition Possible?
Prior H1B Cap Approval Not Used and Petition Revoked-Is an H1B Not Subject to the H1B Cap Petition Possible? I’m in India.H1B petition was picked in lottery and approved in 2014 and revoked in December 2014 by employer before stamping due to lack of projects (no fraud and no RFEs).I [...]
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TN Border Entry. Is there a minimum time to be in Canada when switching from a tourist visa to a TN?
TN Border Entry. Is there a minimum time to be in Canada when switching from a tourist visa to a TN? Location: San Francisco, CA I’m currently in the U.S. on a tourist visa. While visiting the U.S I have accepted a job offer to work here full-time. I plan [...]
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When Can I Safely Leave My Employer After Getting I-485 Approved?
WHEN CAN I SAFELY LEAVE MY EMPLOYER AFTER GETTING MY I-485 APPROVED? Once your employment sponsored I-485 is approved, you are a lawful permanent resident able to work for whomever you wish (or not at all). Many attorneys, myself included, advise you to not change positions or employers until 180 [...]
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When is Starting the Green Card Process Feasible?
When is Starting the Green Card Process Feasible? A green card, or permanent residence, allows an immigrant to live and work in the United States for the rest of his or her life. For many people, obtaining a green card is the first step in the road to U.S. citizenship. [...]
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A Child of One US Citizen Parent (Born Abroad) in India a US Citizen?
A Child of One US Citizen Parent (Born Abroad) in India a US Citizen? Location: Santa Clara, CA I am a US citizen. My wife is an Indian citizen. I’ve been in the US for 10 years and I became a US citizen 1 year back. If we go back [...]
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B2 Tourist Visa Extension. How much time to they give if I file for extension of tourist visa? Is it for another 6 months?
B2 Tourist Visa Extension. How much time to they give if I file for extension of tourist visa? Is it for another 6 months? Location: Phoenix, AZ My wife and I are planning to visit the US this year and plan to stay longer than previous visits. Main reason for [...]
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Does My Wife’s Iranian Citizenship Complicate the I-130 Petition Process?
Does My Wife’s Iranian Citizenship Complicate the I-130 Petition Process? Location: Oakland, CA I’m going to submit an I-130 to petition for my wife. I feel comfortable with the typical requirements for an I-130. My question stems from my wife being a dual citizen of Armenia and Iran. Does her [...]
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Does the 30/60 Day Rule Apply to My Green Card Application If I’m Already Married?
Does the 30/60 Day Rule Apply to My Green Card Application If I’m Already Married? I’m an Australian living in SF, and have been in the US for nearly four years now on an E3 visa. I recently married a US citizen, and would now like to now apply for [...]
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Green Card Holder Marrying Someone on Tn. What Does She Do to Keep a Valid Status?
Green Card Holder Marrying Someone on TN. What Does She Do to Keep a Valid Status? Location: Aliso Viejo, CA I am planning to get married to someone on TN Visa from Canada. She is working in Tennessee and I am working in California. If I file for her Green [...]
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I-551 stamp after I-751 waiver denied, can I travel?
I-551 stamp after I-751 waiver denied, can I travel? MY I-751 WAIVER WAS DENIED, I NEVER GOT AN NTA, I NEED TO TRAVEL ABROAD SO I WENT TO THE USCIS WITH AN INFO PASS AND GOT A I-551 STAMP ON MY PASSPORT. WHAT ARE THE CHANCES THAT I WILL NOT [...]
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Marriage Certificate from Church Enough to File for Green Card for Someone on K1 Visa
Marriage Certificate from Church Enough to File for Green Card for Someone on K1 Visa Location: Fresno, CA Hello, I came to Fresno, California 2 months ago on a K1 visa. My husband has been delaying the plan to get married since I have only 90 days before my K1 [...]
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Business Partner Visa Requested. What visa does a non-resident business partner require to do business in USA?
Business Partner Visa Requested. What visa does a non-resident business partner require to do business in USA? I am a permanent resident of US. My future business partner from India is not a US citizen/resident. We plan to start a photography/event management business in the US. He may have to [...]
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Can I work for My Company in the US?
Can I work for My Company in the US? Me and my American partners are planning to incorporate our web start-up and I own 60% of the company. I plan to work for my company in the US, however I don’t have a green card. Is it possible for my [...]
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Do I Need a Social Security Number? I am a Foreigner and Would Like to Own a Business in the US
Do I Need a Social Security Number? I am a Foreigner and Would Like to Own a Business in the US I am starting a company in America but don’t have a green card. I will hire other people to run the business. Do I need to have a social [...]
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EB-5 Question for EB-5 Attorney
EB-5 Question for EB-5 Attorney There are three shareholders in a recently created business, I am going to invest 1 million dollars in the same. Now out of my 1 million investment, $300K will simply go towards buying all of the shares of one of the shareholders. So I will [...]
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EB5 or L1A/EB1.C
EB5 or L1A/EB1.C Which is A Shorter Path to Green Card. EB5 Seems to be Taking So Long. Can We Open a Company in the US and Come Sooner on L1? There are two paths to the U.S. The non-immigrant path allows a person to enter the U.S. in a [...]
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EB5 Requirements, What Are They?
EB5 Requirements, What Are They? IMMIGRANT INVESTOR VISAS ARE FOR PERSONS WHO HAVE $1MILLION OR $1/2MILLION DOLLARS TO INVEST. THERE ARE FOUR BASIC SETS OF REQUIREMENTS: 1.) INVEST QUALIFYING FUNDS, 2.) IN A NEW ENTERPRISE, 3.) CREATION OF 10 NEW JOBS, 4.) MANAGEMENT OF THE ENTERPRISE: Formally referred to as [...]
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DS160 Previously completed with 221(g) document request wrong information
DS160 Previously completed with 221(g) document request wrong information Location: San Francisco, CA I applied for tourist visa 25 years ago, with my parents. But, I have been in the US by myself at school. The first time I applied for a visa, I didn’t know that it was refused [...]
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Foia Request; With USCIS And EOIR: What Do I Need To Submit as Supporting Evidence to Expedite?
Foia Request; With USCIS And EOIR: What Do I Need To Submit as Supporting Evidence to Expedite? I’m gonna file a FOIA request with both USCIS and EOIR. I want to request an expedited processing. Do I need to submit with my FOIA request any evidence in support of why [...]
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How Do I Become a United States Citizen?
How Do I Become a United States Citizen? Location: Marin, CA When I was 15 I became a U.S resident with my father who was also became a U.S resident. He became a U.S Citizen two years later when I was 17. What do I have to do to become [...]
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I was Told I Will Lose US Nationality If I Acquire Dual Citizenship and Accept Employment With a Foreign Government
I was Told I Will Lose US Nationality If I Acquire Dual Citizenship and Accept Employment With a Foreign Government Location: San Mateo, CA I am a US citizen and I am a German citizen I want to apply for a dual citizenship for Germany. Will it cause problems in [...]
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Wrong Birthdate on Certificate of Naturalization
Wrong Birthdate on Certificate of Naturalization This FAQ is based on a common question we receive. “My foreign birth certificate was recorded with the wrong year of birth. I have confirmed that my date of birth is incorrect. I was born in 1984, but it was recorded on my documents [...]
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As a U.S. citizen, would I have a problem with getting a K1 visa if I have a domestic violence charge and a felony?
As a U.S. citizen, would I have a problem with getting a K1 visa if I have a domestic violence charge and a felony? September 13, 2017 The K-1 nonimmigrant visa permits a noncitizen fiancé(e) to travel to the U.S. and marry their U.S. citizen sponsor within 90 days of [...]
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What Do I Need to Know About Employment-based Visa Interviews?
What Do I Need to Know About Employment-based Visa Interviews? On September 28, 2017, the Office of the CIS Ombudsman hosted a stakeholder call, featuring Associate Director of the USCIS Field Operations Directorate, Dan Renaud, to discuss the implementation of the new interview requirement for employment-based adjustment of status applicants. [...]
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rejected DACA Requests
Frequently Asked Questions About Rejected DACA Requests On behalf of Litwin Associates December 01, 2017 Below are some of the most common questions that have been received regarding denied DACA applications. While this information is informative, every case is unique and based on individual circumstances. Should you have any further [...]
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H1b change of employer approved but extension of stay denied
Question: H1b change of employer approved. But Extension of stay denied. Have valid H1B visa from previous employer on passport. May I depart the US and return using my existing visa or do I need to go for stamping? Answer: When traveling after the new petition has been approved, the [...]
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I’m a U.S. citizen with an urgent need to leave the U.S. to visit Mexico in an emergency
I’m a U.S. citizen with an urgent need to leave the U.S. to visit Mexico in an emergency Answer: A U.S. citizen is required to have a U.S. passport for air travel. For land travel a U.S. citizen may use a passport or WHTI compliant Driver’s License.
Is the translation and copy of foreign degree sufficient?
Employment based immigration petition requires a degree, the beneficiary has a foreign degree, should that be evaluated or is a translation sufficient? Employer wishes to file I-140 and attach a copy of the translation and foreign language degree. Should the degree and translation be sent to be evaluated and include [...]
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My Son is Turning 14 Years Old Soon But His Green Card Will Expire In 10 Years
My Son is Turning 14 Years Old Soon But His Green Card Will Expire In 10 Years November 09, 2017 A Form I-90 must be filed for a Lawful Permanent Resident who reached his/her 14th birthday. Your son does not need to pay for filing fee if the filing is [...]
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Some questions regarding DACA
Some questions regarding DACA September 13, 2017 Individuals that have been receiving Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) might be eligible for immigration benefits that are more lasting and concrete than DACA. DACA affords beneficiaries a temporary reprieve from deportation. DACA beneficiaries have received a decision by immigration officials that [...]
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What does it mean visa retrogressed for E1 immigrant visa?
What does it mean visa retrogressed for E1 immigrant visa? Each immigrant category, but immediate relative has a limited number of immigrant visas available each year. Retrogression occurs when the priority date cut-off that determine visa availability move backward instead of forward. Making immigrant visas unavailable for later priority dates. [...]
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What is a “Green Card”
What is a “Green Card” A green card, or permanent residence, allows an immigrant to live and work in the United States for the rest of his or her life. For many people, obtaining a green card is the first step in the road to U.S. citizenship. The most popular [...]
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When is the ideal time for me to quit my H1B current job?
When is the ideal time for me to quit my H1B current job? Is there a maximum number of days I can be officially unemployed after quitting my first H1B job and joining this new H1B company? The best time to leave prior employer during H1B change of employer adjudication [...]
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Can an E-2 visa be transferred to another company?
Can an E-2 visa be transferred to another company? September 26, 2017 My partner and I both have 50% of the ownership and are working under E2 treaty investor visa. We want to sell the company to an U.S citizen friend and he will still use the same legal company [...]
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Employment FAQs
Employment FAQs H-1B 10 Day Grace Period Does H-1B Resignation form Employment Have a 60 Day Grace Period? TN Border Entry. Is there a minimum time to be in Canada when switching from a tourist visa to a TN? PERM process Does it require 2 years of experience for my [...]
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Family FAQs
Family FAQs B2 Tourist Visa Extension. How much time to they give if I file for extension of tourist visa? Is it for another 6 months? I-551 stamp after I-751 waiver denied, can I travel? Marriage Certificate from Church Enough to File for Green Card for Someone on K1 Visa [...]
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Investment FAQs
Investment FAQs Business Partner Visa Requested. What visa does a non-resident business partner require to do business in USA? EB-5 Question for EB-5 Attorney EB5 or L1A/EB1.C EB5 Requirements, What Are They? Do I Need a Social Security Number? I am a Foreigner and Would Like to Own a Business [...]
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Other FAQs
Other FAQs DS160 Previously completed with 221(g) document request wrong information My AB60 Drivers License has the Words Federal Limits Apply on the Front. Can I Fly to Another State? How Do I Become a United States Citizen? Foia Request; With USCIS And EOIR: What Do I Need To Submit [...]
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