Is it better to convert from H4 to F1 through change of status (COS) within the US or is it better to go to home country for it.

It is prudent to wait to file an application to change status within 61 days of entering the U.S. Consider studying in H4 status for some time,...

Do I go out of status if H1b is given for 3 years, but passport expires before the end of H1b?

You are required to have a valid passport, but that is a separate issue from H1B status which depends on I-94 expiration date. Please check...

Currently on F1 Visa (OPT EAD). Planning to apply for H1 this year. Can i travel back to my home country in June?

Travel and then entry on F1 visa is not allowed during the cap-gap period between OPT expiration and H1B effective status (normally Oct....

File a new Labor and I-140 again?

The original I-140 remains valid unless Co. A revoked it. If the company revoked it, then it cannot be "unrevoked" in which case a new PERM must...

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RFE for PERM pending during H1 transfer

Check with Co. B's immigration attorney, but it appears that a screenshot from the BALCA website showing that a PERM appeal is pending is probably...

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Practically speaking it will not cause any problems. However, if directly asked by an authorized person whether an I-130 petition has been filed...

What is the impact of date of approval of my h4 on my remaining time in h1

You have 6 months remaining until completion of 6 years in H1B status. As you were present in the U.S. from the date of filing the COS from H1B...

Should I need to go for H1 Amendment?

The certified LCA for the new location was mandatory. Your employer should probably file an amended H1B petition as well. Check with the employer...

Id the visa bulletien(feb2014) for F2a India showed any movement??can anybody tell wen it will move ??

The latest visa bulletin (Feb. 2014) is available here: http://www.travel.state.gov/visa/bulletin/bulletin_6242.html If your LPR spouse filed...

In a dilemma choosing between avoiding middle layer or compromise on pay & more work- as middle layer is offering full time job!

E-verification is not important unless you are relying on STEM OPT. An RFE based on employer-employee relationship can be addressed by the H1B...