06 Nov 2024

Years ago, when I applied for an H1B visa stamp, I was assisted by a consultant who told me to submit a fake diploma to better meet the visa requirements. As a result, my visa was denied due to misrepresentation. The consular officer explained that it is a permanent inadmissibility ban unless it is waived. I am a citizen of Canada now and I would like to come to the U.S. for a conference. How do I apply for a nonimmigrant waiver?

Answer Ordinarily, a foreign national who is found inadmissible should apply for a nonimmigrant waiver when applying for a visa "stamp" at the consulate. Canadian citizens, however, are generally visa exempt. So, you likely can apply for your nonimmigrant waiver through U.S. Customs and Border Protection...

24 Oct 2024

Temporary Initiatives for Lebanese Nationals

On 18.Oct.2024, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) published a notice in the Federal Register offering more specifics on the implementation of the Biden Administration’s directive that authorized deferred enforced departure (DED) for 18 months for eligible Lebanese nationals. Effective 26.Jul.2024, Lebanese nationals covered...

23 Oct 2024

My father is attending an immigrant interview in Mumbai, but he does not speak English very well. Can I go as an interpreter?

Answer Generally, no. Upon entry, a person at the consulate will inquire with the applicant if he needs the interview conducted in a language other than English. This post typically can provide translation services in Hindi, Gujarati, and Marathi. Translation services for other languages are subject...

16 Oct 2024

I mailed my application for advance parole on October 10, 2024. The next day, the USCIS released an updated form I-131, which went into immediate effect. Will the USCIS reject my application?

Answer The USCIS will accept filings using the 04/01/24 edition of form I-131 that are postmarked before October 11, 2024. (16.Oct.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 ©...