Use OPT for Masters, didn't take one out for Bachelors of Science in Biology. Can I still do that??

Complete your Ph.D. and you will be eligible for a new period of OPT.

If one has H1 b with a client in Chicago can he work in Chicago with a different client without LCA and H1 Amendment

A new LCA should be correctly completed by the H1B employer and posted at the new client location. The new LCA would need to be certified by the...

Question regarding H1b Extension application

You can remain legally in the U.S. and continue to be employed as well by the H1B employer based on the correct filing of an H1B petition...

Hello What are my options if i have no status, but i m married to resident what do we need to do to get me the status back?

The I-130 immigrant petition can be filed now but it does not offer any real benefit at this time. Your spouse must naturalize before you can...

Our 1-130 has been approved (as parents of US citizen). Our form 1-485 has just finished & mailed. What's next?

You could have filed I-485 and associated applications along with the I-130. In any event, you will receive employment authorization in about 3...

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Do I have to be a U.S. citizen when changing my name?

A petition with the state court is required which generally would include a public notice requirement. You can change it for free and without...

Can I travel outside of US with H1B visa while I-526 is pending?

Yes, you can travel and enter on an H1B visa. It is a dual intent visa, i.e., it allows for an intention to immigrate to the U.S. even though it is...

Leaving USA without approved I-131 while I-485 is pending ?

Your wife must have an advance parole document to depart the U.S. as failure to do so irrespective of the reason will result in I-485 denial....

Hi, I have valid stamped visa and I-94 till september 2015.My petition is going to expire in february 2014.So another

The two petitions are filed and processed by the USCIS independently of the other. You are not required to be employed by the new employer if...

Overstayed by 8 months my tourist visa in 2001.Can i return now for work purpose?

The unlawful presence between 6 months and 1 year will bar you from entering the U.S. for 3 years. In practice, it may be much longer for visas...