Receiving an approval notice from USCIS should be good news. However, many foreign workers are shocked to discover that USCIS approved their H1B petition but denied their change of status (COS) or extension of stay (EOS) request. This situation often results in consular processing, meaning the worker may need to leave the United States and … Read more
On Friday, Sept. 19, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed a Proclamation, “Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers,” that took an important, initial, and incremental step to reform the H-1B visa program to curb abuses and protect American workers. This Proclamation: Further steps that will be taken to reform the H-1B program, as contemplated … Read more
If your employer or you personally received a Notice of Intent to Revoke (NOIR) on your H-1B petition, especially for work location violations or unlawful presence, you are facing a serious immigration issue that can jeopardize your job, status, and future green card eligibility. The good news? Many H-1B revocations can be successfully challenged with … Read more
On September 19, 2025, President Trump issued a Proclamation restricting entry for new H-1B visa holders. This action has raised alarm among US employers, foreign professionals, and international graduates hoping to secure H-1B visas. As an immigration law firm, we explain below what the proclamation does, how it impacts current and future H-1B workers, and … Read more
If your H1B visa was refused under section 221(g), you’re not alone. Thousands of applicants each year find themselves stuck in administrative processing, confused about what went wrong and wondering if they’ll ever get approval. Our firm has successfully helped many individuals overcome 221(g) refusals and secure their visas, even in complex or delayed cases. … Read more
If your H1B visa application was refused under INA section 221(g), one of your first questions is probably: How long will 221(g) processing take? There is no fixed processing time. Some H1B 221(g) cases are resolved relatively quickly after requested documents are submitted, while cases requiring administrative processing, security checks, employment verification, or additional government … Read more
If your H1B visa has been revoked because of multiple cap-subject filings, you’re likely feeling blindsided and unsure about your future in the US. USCIS has recently begun cracking down on H1B petitions that were filed by multiple employers on behalf of the same individual, especially where they believe the filings were coordinated or fraudulent. … Read more
Many people come to us after an H1B transfer denial. We’ve helped them re-file successfully, shift to a new employer, or even change status (such as to B2, F1, or dependent visas) while staying compliant. Every case is different, but time is critical. The sooner you act, the more options you preserve. If your H1B … Read more
Recently, a US based technology company contacted us after their employee’s H1B visa was refused at the US Embassy in London. The employee, a highly skilled software engineer, had been working in the US for several years and had traveled to London for visa stamping. However, instead of receiving visa approval, he was subjected to … Read more
H1B visa cancellations can disrupt careers and jeopardize plans for long-term employment in the United States. Cancellations typically occur due to job termination, failure to maintain H1B status, or violations of visa terms. If your H1B visa has been canceled or is at risk of cancellation, it is important to understand your options and act … Read more