Can I work AND study on an H1-B? Which status should I be on?

H-1Bs can study in the U.S. and that is how you'd accomplish it. You are correct that you can't hold two statuses at once, but you also generally...

Can I change my status from F1 to H1-B? I really want to take a course before start working!

You can enter in F-1 status but your H-1B visa will likely be cancelled when you secure the F-1 visa. Once you are in the U.S. in F-1 status, you...

Please explain the 3 yr rule after attaining greencard cuz i have been travelling out frequently ?

You must be a permanent resident of the U.S. for three years, 1/2 of which you were physically present in the U.S. So, you only need 1.5 years of...

I am on H 4 visa and wish to volunteer in a research institute. Am i eligible to go for research work.

Volunteer work is acceptable so long as (1) your presence would not result in the displacement of a U.S. worker and (2) it is common for...

H-1Bs are eligible for unemployment benefits. However, if you are not working then you are not maintaining lawful H-1B status. You only have a...

Can a H1B visa holder in CA eligible for partial unemployment benefits due to reduction in hours?

I cannot advise on the EDD matter, but please note that you must have an amended H-1B petition filed for you to reflect the reduced hours. Also...

My husband's I-485 denied due to travel outside of US on current H1B visa - please help!!! Thank you for your advice.

This certainly sounds like USCIS error. It is possible that the case could be corrected via telephone calls to the USCIS, but a motion would be...

Divorce on EAD.

If you and your husband have I-485 Applications for Adjustment of Status pending and you are the derivative of his green card case, then your case...

F-1 student subcontracted for freelance translation services

Hello, If you are a student and not on OPT, than you are not eligible to work outside of certain on campus employment. Working as a translator...

Hello, my husband and I want to know is it possible to find a good lawyer that will help him get his green card

There are many good lawyers who can assist you on your case. You can find many on this website, as well as on the website of the American...