I just finished working for a hotel chain in J1 which is now expired. I was hoping you could help me change to student visa. Is it possible? Upon completion of you J1 program (the end date on your DS-2019 form), you have a 30 day grace period. We can help you change to F1 visa status during … Read more
My wife just attended an immigrant visa interview at London and not only was the case denied but the officer told her that the petition would be revoked! This is insane! What can we do? Can we appeal? Unfortunately, an Consular Officer’s decision cannot be appealed. However, what can be done, through attorney channels, is to determine why the … Read more
Please help me. My boss lost my labor certificate. He filed my I-140 with a signed copy but apparently that wasn’t good enough and they are asking for the original. What I can do? Lost labor certifications are not uncommon. The biggest problem is that the Department of Labor will not simply send you another one. They will only send … Read more
I have filed two I-140 cases, both through the same company. One was EB2 and the other was EB3. I filed my I-485 with the EB3 case but now my priority date is current with my EB2 case. How can I tell USCIS to use my EB2 priority date? There is a process called interfiling, whereby you may … Read more
I’m currently holding a J visa from ECFMG which will expire October 7. I’m in the process of getting a J1 waiver through the Conrad 30 program. I know I need the H1B visa before I can start the waiver job but I’m worried that my J1 will expire before I get the waiver. Can I extend the … Read more
My company recently filed my H1B application which was quickly approved by USCIS. I went to the US Consulate in Chennai for stamping and they asked me to complete a detailed questionnaire about my research, my qualifications and how my trip to the US will benefit my research. I wasn’t expecting this and they told me that … Read more
Hi, we have a well known band in the UK and are looking to tour the US. I’ve spoken to several different lawyers and they are all giving me different advice. Can you tell me if we should be looking to get an O visa or P visa? While it is technically possible for the lead in … Read more
I am the leader of a small band from the Dominican Republic that sings Perico ripiao. We applied for a P3 visa so we could perform at several locations in the US. Our case was denied by INS because they said our performances were not culturally unique. We received a notice that we could appeal but I don’t … Read more
My asylum was approved in 2007 and I want to travel. My old passport is still valid but I heard I shouldn’t use it. If I don’t use the passport, how can I travel? Definitely do not travel on your old passport. Using the passport may cause your asylee status to be revoked and you may be unable … Read more
How long does it take to get a green card through the EB5 program? As long as I make the required investment, the visa is guaranteed, right? I also read that the EB5 program will end soon, is that true? Current processing times are about 4-6 months for both Form I-526 and Form I-829. According to USCIS figures, … Read more