I have a j1 research visa that was extended to the 23rd of sep 2013, but I will be giving birth during the grace period,

Is it possible to extend the J-1 visa? There is a five year limit on J-1 researcher/scholar visas. If you haven’t reached that, you may be able...

My H1B petition was approved, but my lawyer says that I need to exit US to make it active? Is this true?

The advice provided by your lawyer is nearly correct, but it is not complete. The approval of your H-1B petition does not confer any status. You...

Should I terminate my j-1 and go back to apply for h-1b?

Depending on when your new DS-2019 was issued, you may have resubjected yourself to the two-year foreign residence requirement. The grant of a J-1...

Can I be on j1 specialist at a company and an F1 student at school at the same time?

I agree with my colleagues on one status at a time. But you should also know that if you are in J-1 status and are subject to the two-year foreign...

Can a overstayed j1 visa holder 2 years does not apply which overstayed 2 months to marry a PFC US Army man

You need to be aware of several issues regarding your overstay of your J-1 visa. 1. J-1s have a 30 day grace period to depart the United...

Can I start processing J1 waiver before reaching USA?

I agree with my colleagues. But I would also add that you will not become subject to the two-year foreign residence requirement unless and until...

How to maintain current status after applying for TPS?

In my opinion, a grant of TPS will not disturb remaining J-1 visa status. I also do not think it will hinder your ability to obtain future...

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I was given a citation for disorderly conduct and given a court date, my j1 visa expires before my court date, what can i do ?

You have a 30 day grace period following the expiration of your J-1 visa or the end date on your DS-2019. You were also probably admitted for...

The place of filing (Saint Louis, MO) sends waiver applications over to the State Department in batches. That likely explains the slight delay at...

Change from F1 to J1 back to F1? Is it possible with 2 yr J1 requirement?

One subject to the two-year foreign residence requirement cannot change status from J-1 to another nonimmigrant visa status (except A or G visa...