Can I renew my passport before going for H-1 B visa stamping in Oct 2015? or do I need to go with the current passport?

Better to go with new passport, because sometimes consulates cap the validity of visa and/or CBP caps the period of stay until the date of validity...

PERM question

PERM or I-140 has no connection with your current immigration status. It's the adjustment of status stage, that they will question your status...

What are pros/cons in switching to EAD through my spouse from my current H1? what happens to my H1 once I get EAD?

You sound to make it too complex. But its not. H-4 EAD is a benefit available to H-4. So when you receive H-4 EAD, H-1B is gone. Employment based...

How long does it take the embassy to process H4 application?

When you book a date, just appear for interview. Embassy will keep your passport, if they are issuing visa, and then you can collect in 2-3 days...

What are the forms that I as a U.S. citizen must use to petition for my step daughter's green card?

I-130 Form to file immigrant petition (for child - under 21). And if she is in US and eligible for adjustment, then also I-485, in addition to...

H1 to H4 and Back to H1 (before H4 approval comes)

You should file the H-1B with premium processing. And list H-4 pending as your status. Most likely H-1B will be approved with I-94 in the US, if...

How can I get a worker permit?

Your husband needs to file an immigrant petition and you can file adjustment of status, along with work permit and travel document. It will take...

About Immigration status

You should consider filing a Motion to Reopen the denial - if the delay/denial was not because of your or DSOs fault. It is worth the shot, and...

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My question is the one who file for you to get a GREEN CARD is the one who DETERMINES when one gets it..am I right...??

You can immediately file for your family members (parents, siblings, and their dependent children under 21). There is no wait time for parents - so...

L2 to H1B conversion process.

Unless you are being sponsored by cap exempt employer or for cap exempt position or you have already been counted in H-1B cap before, YOUR EMPLOYER...