Can H-4 to F-1 COS be approved without the principal spouse’s new H-1B approval notice
Yes, you can file the H-4 to F-1 COS now using the prior H-1B approval notice plus the pending H-1B extension receipt notice; USCIS does not...
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Yes, you can file the H-4 to F-1 COS now using the prior H-1B approval notice plus the pending H-1B extension receipt notice; USCIS does not...
Traveling and re-entering on your current, unexpired H-1B visa/petition (valid to Dec. 2026) won't jeopardize the pending amendment/extension...
Don't initiate the SEVIS transfer now, for doing so while your H-1B COS is pending is likely to terminate your current F-1/OPT status before your...
I'd advise against this as structured — the "enroll, then drop the MS if not selected" plan is the single worst part of it. In 2026's regulatory...
Don't wait and don't withdraw/refile. Instead, proactively submit a written correction letter with supporting evidence to USCIS now, referencing...
Sure! Based on the facts you provided, you are still eligible to apply for an H-1B visa interview in Canada because you are a Canadian permanent...
Yes, you can file to change status from J‑1 to B‑2 before September 8th and plan to depart in 3 months regardless of whether USCIS has adjudicated,...
Most of us experienced lawyers who dealt with these types of cases over the decades can assist you, however, better understand that in life there...
Both cases are potentially devastating on the immigration side, am afraid: the firearms felony inevitably triggers the firearms offense ground of...
Now that your Motion to Reopen has been granted and the I-485 is back in active pending status, a (c)(9) adjustment-based EAD (Form I-765) is...