Even if this individual is eligible for the 180-day automatic extension, the I-765 application for renewal must be received by USCIS BEFORE the...

Adjust status

You need to make sure you are not subject to Section 212(e) 2-year foreign residence requirement before applying to adjust status. Some J-1 visa...

In general, if you qualify for an H-1B (as the other attorneys noted), then yes it is possible to switch from TN to H-1B status. But there are...

An employer is not allowed to ask for reimbursement of any H-1B legal and/or filing fees after you have commenced employment. If you accept the...

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Approval/denial of I-765 and I-131 at the same time

I agree with the other two attorney posts. Just make sure NOT to travel before the I-131 is approved or it will likely be denied.

H1B Visa transfer USICS RFE on LCA wage level 1 and roles mismatch?

The new administration is taking a stronger stance on "hiring American" and these RFE's are extremely abundant at the moment, unfortunately. Your...

What is holding up the visa processing times?

USCIS just updated their processing times on August 10th. Currently NSC is showing that they are processing I-130s filed around November 26, 2016....

How long do one have before you have to leave the US if a petition for a visa O-1 is denied?

The answer to your question also depends on what status your friend held when applying for the O-1 status.

It's a good idea to have a general consultation with a business immigration attorney at this point. Generally, we do not assist in finding...

I'm a U.S. citizen. My fiancé is visiting from Nigeria on a tourist Visa for 90 days. Where should we marry?

In general, it does not matter whether you get married inside or outside of the U.S. to form a legal marriage. However, you should definitely have...