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20 Dec 2023

NewsFlash! Details of Domestic Visa Renewal Program Released

The details of the U.S. Department of State (DOS) pilot program to resume renewals of H1B visas from within the United States have been released, and will be officially published in the Federal Register tomorrow. The program will begin accepting applications on January 29, 2024....

06 Dec 2023

Visa Processing Updates for U.S. Consular Posts in India

There are two recent updates that impact how certain nonimmigrant visas are being processed at U.S. consular posts in India. The first update relates to a procedural change that impacts certain foreign nationals who scheduled nonimmigrant visa appointments in India on or after November 15,...

17:18 / Consulates / For Individuals / NewsBrief / Student / Travel

04 Dec 2023

U.S. Citizen Sponsorship of a Foreign National Fiancé/e or Spouse

In the United States, Valentine's Day often brings with it an increase in marriage proposals. U.S. immigration law has long-valued the idea of family unity. And, to that end, a U.S. citizen (USC) wishing to bring a foreign national fiancé/e or spouse to the United...

10:50 / Citizen / Consulates / Family Based / For Families / Immediate Relative / Immigrant Family / K-1 & K-3 / NewsBrief / Resident

15 Nov 2023

When my H1B petition was filed, my employer listed on the I-129 that the consulate in Chennai should be notified. I actually want to apply for my visa stamp in Hyderabad, though. Will that be a problem?

Answer Normally, applying for a visa foil (or "stamp") at a different consulate than the one listed on the I-129 is not much of an issue. It may result in a small delay, but such delays typically are resolved in under 2 weeks. (15.Nov.2023)Sheela Murthy and...

18:31 / Consulates / FAQs / For Individuals / Worker

28 Sep 2023

If there is a government shutdown, will my 60-day grace period be extended?

Answer Based on past shutdowns, it seems very unlikely that the USCIS will extend grace periods based on a government shutdown. (28.Sep.2023)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...

08:21 / Consulates / FAQs / For Individuals / Homeland Security / USCIS News / Worker

25 Sep 2023

Possible Government Shutdown as of 01.Oct.2023

Congress must pass a spending bill to extend government operations before October 1, 2023, or else a temporary shutdown of the federal government will go into effect. This would be the first shutdown of the Biden Administration. Annual Budget Process and History of Shutdowns The money needed...

06:48 / Consulates / Employment Based / For Employers / For Families / For Individuals / Homeland Security / NewsBrief / Resident / Travel / USCIS News / Worker

14 Aug 2023

Department of State Updates Guidance on Material Misrepresentation Findings

Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) updated the guidance for how consular officers should determine whether a misrepresentation made by a foreign national is to be considered "material." Under the Immigration and Nationality Act, if a foreign national makes a misrepresentation regarding...

10:18 / Consulates / EB5 Investor / Employment Based / Family Based / For Families / For Individuals / Homeland Security / Immigrant Family / Investor / NewsBrief / Nonimmigrant Family / Resident / Student / Travel / Visitor / Worker

07 Aug 2023

Can I Select My Own Attorney? (Part 2 of 2)

[Read Part 1 of this article.]This is the second in our two-part InfoArticle on the selection of one's own attorney for immigration matters. Part 1 of this article addressed this topic in the immigrant (green card) context. Here, the selection of an attorney for a...

15:00 / Consulates / For Employers / NewsBrief / Nonimmigrant Family / Student / Visitor / Worker

26 Jul 2023

B-1 in Lieu of H1B – Will this Useful Category Survive?

The visa category known as B-1 in lieu of H1B is a lesser-known and frequently misunderstood option. This category is intended to permit foreign companies to send their employees to the United States temporarily, for the purpose of performing duties related to their foreign employment....

11:07 / Consulates / For Individuals / H1B / NewsBrief / Visitor / Worker

24 Jul 2023

Murthy Success Story: The Undeterred Path to H-4 Nunc Pro Tunc Reinstatement

The Murthy Law Firm recently succeeded in getting an H-4 spouse's nonimmigrant status approved with a nunc pro tunc request and removing her ten-year inadmissibility bar. This client graciously granted permission for the Murthy Law Firm to share her story to help others who face...

12:04 / Consulates / For Families / For Individuals / NewsBrief / Nonimmigrant Family / Success Story

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NewsFlash! Details of Domestic Visa Renewal Program Released

Visa Processing Updates for U.S. Consular Posts in India

U.S. Citizen Sponsorship of a Foreign National Fiancé/e or Spouse

When my H1B petition was filed, my employer listed on the I-129 that the consulate in Chennai should be notified. I actually want to apply for my visa stamp in Hyderabad, though. Will that be a problem?

If there is a government shutdown, will my 60-day grace period be extended?

Possible Government Shutdown as of 01.Oct.2023

Department of State Updates Guidance on Material Misrepresentation Findings

Can I Select My Own Attorney? (Part 2 of 2)

B-1 in Lieu of H1B – Will this Useful Category Survive?

Murthy Success Story: The Undeterred Path to H-4 Nunc Pro Tunc Reinstatement

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