251J-1 Visa Waiver
J1 Waiver; I94 Expired
Hello, my name is [REDACTED]. I am a citizen of Kyrgyzstan and am married to a US citizen (6 years). I originally came to US on a J1 visa,…
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252H-2B Visa
H-2B Visa – Potential Employee Is Not From an Approved Country
Hello There, A warm Namaste to you from Nepal. I went through your website but couldn’t see Nepal in between the limited list of countries for H2A…
253Conditional Green Card
Change to Nonimmigrant Status Before Green Card Expires
my green card will be expired in feb 2013 , buit right now i m working for multinational company as business developer , I m textile engineer…
254National Interest Waiver
Physician NIW – HPSA/MUA Employment
Hello, I would like to know how long after signing a contract you can file the NIW application. I am finishing my 3 year J1 waiver, and…
255Green Card
Travel After a Marriage-Based Green Card: Documents and Reentry
A permanent resident generally travels with a valid green card and passport, but conditional residence, expired documents, long absences, and plans to live abroad can change the…
256EB2
Master’s Degree from Unaccredited University
I want to apply for the EB2 visa. I have a Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering and two years or work experience. Can I qualify? My company is willing to…
257Green Card
From R1 Visa to Green Card
I’m a monk at a Buddhist temple in the US on a R1 visa. I’m looking for help with my green card. I am on my 4th year with…
258EB1
Nonimmigrant Employment While EAD Application is Pending
Right now I am working with a L1A visa status and my company wishes to apply my green card. I know I can get the EAD but and…
259Form I-140
PERM Labor Certification Expiration: The 180-Day I-140 Deadline
An approved PERM labor certification generally must be filed in support of Form I-140 within 180 calendar days. The job opportunity, beneficiary, and work area listed on…
260E-3 Visa
Can the Spouse of an E-3 Visa Holder Work in the United States?
Yes. An eligible spouse of an E-3 specialty occupation worker may accompany the principal worker to the United States and may be authorized to work based on…