The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently announced that any foreign national filing an application for naturalization (form N-400) now may request an original or replacement Social Security number (SSN) or card without having to visit a Social Security Administration (SSA) office. Additionally, the form N-400 and the USCIS Policy Manual have been updated to include a third gender option, “X,” defined as “Another Gender Identity.” Requesting Social Security Updates As of April 1, 2024, a foreign national filing an N-400 application may request an original or replacement so ..read more

Answer Generally, no. If you are maintaining H1B status, you are not required to start using your EAD, and you can keep the card as a backup. Once you start using your EAD, your H1B status terminates. And, in many, if not most, situations, we recommend that our client maintain their H1B status, when possible. (17.Apr.2024) Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our FREE online services, click here. Access more FAQs here.     Copyright © 2024, MURTHY LAW FIRM. All Rights Reserved The post I am in H1B status with a pending I ..read more

Answer Unfortunately, the H-4 EAD rule only applies for H-4 spouses. Regardless of the reason behind the request, the USCIS cannot approve an H-4 EAD application filed on behalf of an H-4 dependent child.  (17.Apr.2024) Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our FREE online services, click here. Access more FAQs here.     Copyright © 2024, MURTHY LAW FIRM. All Rights Reserved The post My daughter is a high school student in H-4 status. She was offered a paid summer internship that would be great experience for when sh ..read more

Answer The rules regarding the issuance of driver’s licenses vary from state to state. You should check with your local Department of Motor Vehicles (or equivalent entity in your state) to determine what is required in that state. Also note that some states offer two categories of non-commercial drivers’ licenses – a REAL ID compliant driver’s license, which requires applicants to present evidence of their lawful immigration status, and a non-compliant driver’s license, which does not require any type of immigration documentation. These non-compliant drivers’ licenses generally still can be us ..read more

An L1A executive or manager in the U.S. often can apply for the EB1C green card! Read more here and contact Murthy Law Firm to see if this works for you. The post L1A to EB1C appeared first on Murthy Law Firm | U.S Immigration Law ..read more

An H1B cannot be self-sponsored, but an H1B may be an option for certain entrepreneurs with ownership interest in a U.S. start-up, and who want to come to the U.S. to develop their business ventures. Contact us! The post Entrepreneur H1B appeared first on Murthy Law Firm | U.S Immigration Law ..read more

Starting March 2024, the U.S. Embassy in India has consolidated B-1/B-2 interview waiver appointments in New Delhi, leading to limited appointment availability at U.S. consular posts in India. Applicants, however, still can submit applications at designated centers across India. This move aims to streamline the visa process, although it may inconvenience some applicants. Highlights of the Announcement Applicants eligible for interview waivers still can apply through any of the five Visa Application Centers (VACs) located in Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, and New Delhi. For a fee of INR ..read more

L1B status is for specialized knowledge of an employee knowing a company’s specific processes and procedures at the foreign office to related U.S. office. You can learn more here. The post L1B Status appeared first on Murthy Law Firm | U.S Immigration Law ..read more

Long wait or short wait, the only way in line is by filing the I-130. Can you file an I-130? Should you file? How many to file? Learn more. The post File I-130 Petition to Lock in Priority Date! appeared first on Murthy Law Firm | U.S Immigration Law ..read more

The USCIS has announced they are using Filing Dates Chart for family-based I-485 cases & Final Action Dates for employment I-485s in May. The post USCIS Picks Dates for Filing for Families & Final Dates for Workers appeared first on Murthy Law Firm | U.S Immigration Law ..read more