What kinds of trouble would I get in by working as a US based independent contractor while living overseas?

Many a foreign person is contracted with US companies often paid abroad or to a US bank account.

EB5 Investment timelines?

The first step in the EB5 process is to file the I-526 petition with evidence of the investment . Current I-526 processing time is about 18 months...

What is the basis of the priority date stated on I-824 approval notice?

While the priority date of the adjusted spouse is the same priority date applicable to a follow to join spouse. A different monthly VISA BULLETIN...

Am I out of status in this case?

A person in current F1 status remains valid if the F-1 is actively a student with a current SEVIS record despite a change of status denial. Unless,...

H1 transfer while H4 EAD is pending

An H4 EAD relies upon the I-140 approval of a prior employer. Should the prior employer withdraw the I-140 the EAD will be denied.

Can my wife apply for social security card without having a green card in her hands since we are waiting for the interview I485

A social security number is not required to file taxes. An ITIN number from the IRS may be obtained. Check the IRS website or work with an...

I wanna change my last name so i have change it before or after green card?

A person seeking to change their name may obtain a name change through their local courts. To have the new name on the green card would require the...

Am I eligible for Green Card application? Will AOS work in my case?

An F-1 admitted D/S though out-of-status while on F1 visa as SEVIS was terminated is eligible for green card processing when later admitted on H1B...

Can I travel back to my home country for 2 years while on L1 visa?

There is a thing called 'intermittent L'. It is common for persons on L to be outside the US. While it is not permitted to park a family in the US...

Generally, one does not need an original I-797 notice. The approval is in the system. Current US Consul instructions advise: Please bring...