TN-2 dependent visa (TD) should file for new TD when principal applicant gets hired by new employer?

Yes, this is legal. However, your family's TN status will have to be extended at some point before their TN expiration date in November also. ...

Should I apply for an H1 or a J1?

It is easier to go from H-1B to Green card because the H-1B is a dual intent visa and the J-1 is not. That means that you will be able to travel...

Can I re-apply my L-1 extension after it’s denied?

It is hard to advise you without knowing the basis for denial and whether it can be overcome. If your L status has expired, you have to leave....

H1B decision contesting

Find an attorney with a lot of experience, in particular with H-1Bs. Many attorneys in Avvo will be able to help you. Any attorney will have to...

I have an H1B visa thru 2015. However, the embassy in Jordan gave me 1 year visa that expires in Dec13. Do I apply as H1B again?

I would recommend taking all the same documents you took initially. Of course, they should have some of the documents on file, but why risk it. ...

Can i get L1 work visa with previous Voluntary Departure and a pending criminal case?

I agree with my colleagues that an immigration attorney will be able to help you obtain the L despite the VD. If you are concerned with your...

E2 visa interview

Typically interview length and number of questions depends on how strong your E application is. Generally I tell my clients to expect detailed...

Hi, I am on G-4 visa which is valid until 2018, but my contract has expired on June 30, 2013. If I overstay, what is the penalty

Don't overstay, leave and re-enter as H-1b if you can. Talk to immigration lawyer regarding specifics in a consultation.

L2- EAD extension based on I-94. Visa expiring in Sep 2013

Yes, if you are maintaining L status. Visa stamps are only travel documents, what establishes valid immigration status in the US is the I-94. ...

I have left US after the expiration of L1 VISA. After 3 months, can i travel back US to visit my wife/son under B1/B2 ?

It's fine, as long as you intend to come in as a visitor and you don't get an inspection officer that suspects you are coming in for other...

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