Answer In order to qualify for an H1B position, the minimum requirements generally must include at least a minimum of a bachelor's degree in a particular field. If a position will accept a bachelor's degree in any field, it normally will not qualify as an H1B...
Answer No. In order to apply for a change in employer as a TN worker, the employer may file a petition with the USCIS, or, if the TN visa in your passport is still valid, it typically is possible to apply in person at a U.S....
Self-petition filings as an alternative to labor-certification based I-140 filings is the topic Murthy Law Firm attorneys address in this June 2024 podcast. Examples discussed include National Interest Waivers and EB1 Extraordinary Ability filings. The MP3 is available here and can be found in the archive...
This afternoon, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) released the July 2024 Visa Bulletin. All cutoff dates listed refer to those in the final action chart (i.e., Chart A), unless otherwise specified. Visa Bulletin Summary Employment-Based, First Preference (EB1) Category The cutoff date for EB1 India advances significantly,...
Answer Requesting retention of a priority date does not void or otherwise invalidate the original I-140. If the previous employer did not withdraw the I-140, and if the position being offered to you is the same, it is possible that the same I-140 still could be...
Answer In many cases, is not necessary to go to one's home country to apply for a visa. But, before applying at a consular post as a third country national (TCN), one should look to see if the post has any restrictions regarding TCN applicants. The...
In recent years, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has focused heavily on the issue of foreign nationals who have multiple H1B registrations filed in the annual H1B lottery. The USCIS continues to closely examine many of the previously approved H1B petitions, issuing notices...
Answer Yes, ordinarily, the H-4 spouse may continue to work based on the EAD during the grace period. (22.May.2024)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our FREE online services, click here. Access more FAQs here. Copyright © 2024, MURTHY...
Answer Assuming your math degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree in math, yes, that can be used to qualify for an H1B position. (22.May.2024)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our FREE online services, click here....
Answer There is no way to expedite the PERM process. The DOL has a very clear, absolute, no-expedite rule. You can look here on the DOL website to see the priority dates of the PERM cases under process. That information is typically pretty reliable. (15.May.2024)Sheela Murthy...
