Multiple I-797/I-94s?:
My original H1B extension expires in March'18. Later my employer filed amendment (with extension) till Dec' 18. While it is in process they filed another amendment (without extension). My first amendment came first with December'18 date. My second amendment came after six months with March'18 date.
I am wondering which I-797/I-94 is valid now.
Thank you.
Ruben’s answer: The last I-797, with the most recent notice of action date, should control. However, it is best to verify with your employer's attorney who filed the petitions.
Should I apply for O-1 or O-1B/O-3 visa ? Need urgent counsel:
I am an actor from India. Most of my acting work is based in US in last 3 years.I have some acting credentials that include working with some named production companies as well as short-films .Also I have done lot of theater and completed 2-yr intensive acting program at a renowned acting conservatory in Los Angeles. I have a renowned LA based agent both for commercial and theatrical . Since my OPT ran out, I changed my status to visitor visa. I feel I might have enough credentials to apply for O-1. But I saw someone saying something about O-1B and O-3 if my credentials are little less.
Kindly explain to me the difference of above and how it impact possible granting as well as employment authorization and legal status in US . My B-1 visa is running out so I need to know if I should go for the next petition and the right category for me.
Thanks in advance !!!
Ruben’s answer: Have an attorney, with experience handling O-1 petitions, review your resume to determine whether the O-1B is a realistic option. Many offer free assessments and can point you in the right direction. Best of luck.
Can an immigration attorney sponsor an O-1 visa? : My sister would like to come over to the US on an O-1 but doesn't have an agent or sponsor yet (she's a celeb stylist). The immigration lawyer she talked to said that their firm could sponsor him. That sounds weird to me. Is that possible?
Ruben’s answer: It's quite complicated, but, in short, yes. There are certain scenarios where an individual, such as an immigration attorney, can act as an "agent." The "agent/sponsor" files the petition as an authorized representative of the third-party employers. There's much more to it, though. Because of the complexity, your sister should work with an attorney that specializes in O-1 cases. Best of luck.