Answer It ordinarily is not possible to transfer a visa "stamp" from one passport to another. However, an unexpired B-1/B-2 visa in an expired passport normally can be presented at the port of entry along with one's new passport to request admission in B-1/B-2 status. (07.Sep.2023)Sheela...
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...
The impact of criminal issues like DUI and shoplifting on nonimmigrant status and Lawful Permanent Residence (i.e. green card) are discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in the podcast that aired 02.Aug.2023.The MP3 is available here and in the archive of our teleconferences and podcasts...
Answer Typically, a person in B-2 status who timely files for an extension of stay is permitted to remain in the U.S. in a period of authorized stay based on the pending application. (10.Aug.2023)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For...
Answer That's a good question without a clear answer. The USCIS has specified that a B-1 (or B-2) change of status application would be expedited if it is still pending when an I-129 requesting premium processing is later filed for the same person. But no mention...
[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...
Answer Typically, a person who enters in B-1/B-2 status will be admitted with an I-94 valid for six months from the date of entry. During that trip, if the person travels to Mexico or Canada for less than 30 days and then returns to the U.S.,...
Answer Assuming the case is still within the posted processing times, this generally is not a cause for concern. (27.Jul.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 © 2023,...
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....
AnswerThere is no set length of time that a person must wait to request readmission on a B-1/B-2 (or B-2) visa. However, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the port of entry always have discretion to admit (or deny admission to) a person...
