If your H1B visa has been revoked by USCIS, it’s crucial to understand the implications and the steps you can take to address the situation. Reasons for H1B Visa Revocation USCIS may revoke an H1B petition for various reasons, including: Immediate Consequences Upon revocation: Steps to Take After Revocation Have Your H1B Visa Been Revoked? … Read more
What Is a Notice to Alien Ordered Removed/Departure Verification? A Notice to Alien Ordered Removed/Departure Verification (Form I-296) is issued by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) when a foreign national has been ordered removed from the United States. This document serves as official proof that a removal … Read more
INA 212(a)(9)(B) imposes significant penalties on individuals who accrue unlawful presence in the United States and later seek admission. This provision establishes three and ten year bars for those who have been unlawfully present for more than 180 days or one year, respectively. While these bars can disrupt immigration plans, it is often possible to … Read more
If you’ve been notified that your visa was revoked because of a DUI arrest or conviction, you’re probably feeling overwhelmed and unsure about your immigration future. Whether you hold a B1/B2, F1, H1B, L1, J1, or other nonimmigrant visa, a DUI can trigger automatic visa revocation, often without a hearing or warning. The first thing … Read more
Section 212(a)(7)(A)(i)(I) & 212(a)(7)(A)(i)(II) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) renders an immigrant inadmissible if, at the time of application for admission, they lack a valid, unexpired immigrant visa or other required entry documents. This provision applies exclusively to intending immigrants. Nonimmigrants are subject to different documentation requirements under INA 212(a)(7)(B). Under INA 212(k), … Read more
If your B1/B2, F1, H1B, L1, O1, E2, J1, or J2 visa was revoked because of a speeding incident, you’re not the first and you’re definitely not alone. We’ve seen an increasing number of international visa holders and students have their visas canceled over traffic related issues, especially in cases involving: Was It Just a … Read more
If you’ve just found out that your F1 visa has been revoked, you’re probably feeling shocked and unsure of what to do next. Whether it happened while you were traveling or you received a sudden email from the government or your school, visa revocation can disrupt your entire academic future. The good news is that … Read more
What Should I Do Now? Over the past month, we’ve seen a dramatic uptick in calls and emails from panicked international students who’ve been blindsided by a message from their school or the US government: “Your SEVIS record has been terminated,” or “Your F-1 visa has been revoked.” Often, there’s no warning. No hearing. No … Read more
The National Interest Waiver (NIW) is commonly associated with scientists, researchers, and medical professionals who have extensive publications, citations, and academic credentials. While these applicants often meet the traditional criteria, many highly skilled professionals in other industries lack formal publications but still provide valuable contributions to the United States. Our firm has successfully helped clients … Read more
What Is Inadmissibility Under INA 212(a)(6)(E) Under section 212(a)(6)(E) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, a person can be found inadmissible to the United States for engaging in alien smuggling. This means that at some point, the individual assisted or attempted to assist someone in entering the US illegally. This ground of inadmissibility applies even … Read more