vchip
08-23 09:50 AM
I have filed my I-485 before my marriage and I need to be on H1-B VISA to maintain my spouse's H4 Status.
Couple of weeks back there was a leaked USCIS memo mentioning "The agency could also consider extending employment authorization to the dependent spouses of certain skilled workers. For example, USCIS sould allow employment authorization for H-4 dependent spouses of H-1B principals where the principals are also applied for lawful permanent residence and have extended their non-immigrant status under the provisions of AC21"
Memo USCIS (http://www2.nationalreview.com/memo_UCIS_072910.html)
Please let me know if there are any updates.
Cheers,
VChip
Couple of weeks back there was a leaked USCIS memo mentioning "The agency could also consider extending employment authorization to the dependent spouses of certain skilled workers. For example, USCIS sould allow employment authorization for H-4 dependent spouses of H-1B principals where the principals are also applied for lawful permanent residence and have extended their non-immigrant status under the provisions of AC21"
Memo USCIS (http://www2.nationalreview.com/memo_UCIS_072910.html)
Please let me know if there are any updates.
Cheers,
VChip
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AILA Leadership Has Just Posted the Following:
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By Deborah Notkin, AILA Past President
Attorney General Andrew Cuomo has successfully carried out a crusade against the fraud and deception of "immigration consultants" who take advantage of unknowing and vulnerable immigrants. At a recent media conference, Cuomo indicated that his office is seeking civil remedies, at least initially against those involved in immigration assistance fraud because the first goal is to get restitution for victims. http://www.ag.ny.gov/media_center/2010/mar/mar1a_10.html
The latest victory in the fight against immigration fraud and victimization was announced by Cuomo's office on March 1, 2010. The Attorney Generals' Office has won a court judgment of more than $3 million against a "consultant" in Queens who has targeted and defrauded immigrants. In this case, the "consultant" routinely charged a retainer of $7,000 with fees often reaching up to $15,000 per person for the promise of permanent residence. The consultant wrongly claimed that she could get permanent resident status through alleged relationships with government officials. Of course, the services were never performed and the consultant routinely refused to give refunds or return documents.
As a result of Cuomo's lawsuit, the New York Supreme Court has ordered the consultant to pay full restitution to 37 families who came forward and demonstrated that they were defrauded by this consultant. An additional $2.7 million in penalties was imposed for engaging in the unauthorized practice of law and misrepresentation of services that could be performed. The consultant is also permanently restricted directly and indirectly from engaging in the business of immigration-related services.
Over the past several months, other consultants have been shut down and active investigations continue. The fight to end this blight on immigrant communities in New York City and State continues and serves as an example for all who are committed to fighting immigration fraud and the unauthorized practice of law.
https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/186823568153827945-5282899656706770162?l=ailaleadership.blogspot.com
More... (http://ailaleadership.blogspot.com/2010/03/new-york-attorney-general-cuomo-gets.html)
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By Deborah Notkin, AILA Past President
Attorney General Andrew Cuomo has successfully carried out a crusade against the fraud and deception of "immigration consultants" who take advantage of unknowing and vulnerable immigrants. At a recent media conference, Cuomo indicated that his office is seeking civil remedies, at least initially against those involved in immigration assistance fraud because the first goal is to get restitution for victims. http://www.ag.ny.gov/media_center/2010/mar/mar1a_10.html
The latest victory in the fight against immigration fraud and victimization was announced by Cuomo's office on March 1, 2010. The Attorney Generals' Office has won a court judgment of more than $3 million against a "consultant" in Queens who has targeted and defrauded immigrants. In this case, the "consultant" routinely charged a retainer of $7,000 with fees often reaching up to $15,000 per person for the promise of permanent residence. The consultant wrongly claimed that she could get permanent resident status through alleged relationships with government officials. Of course, the services were never performed and the consultant routinely refused to give refunds or return documents.
As a result of Cuomo's lawsuit, the New York Supreme Court has ordered the consultant to pay full restitution to 37 families who came forward and demonstrated that they were defrauded by this consultant. An additional $2.7 million in penalties was imposed for engaging in the unauthorized practice of law and misrepresentation of services that could be performed. The consultant is also permanently restricted directly and indirectly from engaging in the business of immigration-related services.
Over the past several months, other consultants have been shut down and active investigations continue. The fight to end this blight on immigrant communities in New York City and State continues and serves as an example for all who are committed to fighting immigration fraud and the unauthorized practice of law.
https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/186823568153827945-5282899656706770162?l=ailaleadership.blogspot.com
More... (http://ailaleadership.blogspot.com/2010/03/new-york-attorney-general-cuomo-gets.html)
h1bee
09-17 08:58 AM
My H1B was cancelled at the US consulate under 221g and I 797 not returned to me. I work for a consulting company at a major client. I guess the cancellation occurred because of Neufield memo, as in my case the client supervises my work. The reason given in the white letter to me says:
"your petitioner does not appear to be either willing or able to provide qualifying employment in the United States in accordance with appropriate laws and regulations"........"action on your case has been suspended and the I129 application will be returned to USCIS with the facts of your case presented at the time of interview".
What are my options now? I work through a vendor (i.e mycompany->vendor->client). My vendor has agreed to file for H1B on my behalf. Can they file for a new H1 or does this cancellation mean that I cannot apply anymore?
thanks
"your petitioner does not appear to be either willing or able to provide qualifying employment in the United States in accordance with appropriate laws and regulations"........"action on your case has been suspended and the I129 application will be returned to USCIS with the facts of your case presented at the time of interview".
What are my options now? I work through a vendor (i.e mycompany->vendor->client). My vendor has agreed to file for H1B on my behalf. Can they file for a new H1 or does this cancellation mean that I cannot apply anymore?
thanks
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GCLONGWAIT
02-14 10:08 PM
I used Raj Travels people for submitting my paper work at VFS. I got my stamping done in september 2009
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whattodo21
04-29 11:44 AM
You can apply for an MTR, and if it is approved, you are safe. If not, you will be out of status from the day your petition was denied.
You can apply for H1 with another employer and have it premium processed.
Share your rfe with us, to know more of the reason...
You can apply for H1 with another employer and have it premium processed.
Share your rfe with us, to know more of the reason...
tonyHK12
11-05 11:23 AM
Does that not indicate a problem that needs to be fixed instead of ignored as you have done Philip Wolgin?
Good job Philip Wolgin, completely ignored the Employment based category haven't you?
Lets just build the future of the country with school kids, uncles, aunties, refugees and farmers.
Who needs Intelligent and skilled workers anyway that can speak out against such stupidity.
Good job Philip Wolgin, completely ignored the Employment based category haven't you?
Lets just build the future of the country with school kids, uncles, aunties, refugees and farmers.
Who needs Intelligent and skilled workers anyway that can speak out against such stupidity.
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Ryall
09-30 01:59 AM
Wacom is just that good. Period.
2010 Seth and Evan are best friends
dog123
01-11 09:23 PM
Thank you
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donsimahajan
06-22 09:27 AM
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americandesi
10-26 04:14 PM
There's no requirement for a person to be present in US while PERM or I-140 is getting processed.
During the AOS stage, a person may opt for Consular Processing or I-485. The former doesn’t require any presence in US whereas the latter does.
During the AOS stage, a person may opt for Consular Processing or I-485. The former doesn’t require any presence in US whereas the latter does.
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rajbgp2002
01-17 12:57 PM
Different service center case number starts with different letters.
My case is same as yours. Earlier it used to be EAC, the latest one is WAC.
You should be able to use WACXXX... for online tracking.
My case is same as yours. Earlier it used to be EAC, the latest one is WAC.
You should be able to use WACXXX... for online tracking.
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desi3933
02-11 06:48 AM
Can PERM / 140 be filed by company while I am outside the US?
I was talking to an attorney over the phone today and she said that PERM can be filed followed by 140 even if I am outside the country (working for an overseas department of the company) and I can come back on L1 / H1B, because GC is for future employment.
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Your attorney is correct.
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US Citizen of Indian Origin
I was talking to an attorney over the phone today and she said that PERM can be filed followed by 140 even if I am outside the country (working for an overseas department of the company) and I can come back on L1 / H1B, because GC is for future employment.
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.....
Your attorney is correct.
_______________________
Not a legal advice.
US Citizen of Indian Origin
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gc_buddy
07-24 01:27 PM
To my knowledge, the PD field is always blank for EAD reciept notices.
I e-filed EAD renewal. On the I-797 Notice of Action that they mailed me, the "Priority Date" field is blank. The same is true for my last EAD notice of action as well which I did not check last time. Is it normally blank?
Is anybody else in the same boat?
I e-filed EAD renewal. On the I-797 Notice of Action that they mailed me, the "Priority Date" field is blank. The same is true for my last EAD notice of action as well which I did not check last time. Is it normally blank?
Is anybody else in the same boat?
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waitin_toolong
07-30 01:38 PM
she can do it safely without affecting either of you.
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logiclife
05-21 09:55 PM
Most companies that hire H1b workers or sponsor F1/OPT status workers for first-time H1 either have a law-firm deal all their immigration cases or an outside lawyer. Some of the big companies have a full-time in-house counsel.
Some employers who rarely hire professionals in need of H1b may not be aware of process and may ask you to look for lawyer to do it for them. The H1B petition is filed by employer. However, employee can certainly help with it. Legally, the employer cannot charge the employee for USCIS fees or lawyer's fees. However, you can hire your own lawyer to help you with your questions and answers(if you hire your own lawyer, you can be comfortable with all advise he gives you, since he would have your best interest in mind as you would be the client). However, to file a petition of H1, your employer should be paying the lawyer(either your lawyer or their lawyer).
Filing for H1B petition requires a fixed set of documents and its simple to do if you have time to do a little research. Many employees help their employers and together, they do it themselves without the help of lawyer, therby saving money. An average lawyer would charge 1000 dollars in fees for filing the petition. For USCIS fees, please look up their website.
There are H1 specific forums on www.immigrationportal.com which would have more details.
Thanks.
Some employers who rarely hire professionals in need of H1b may not be aware of process and may ask you to look for lawyer to do it for them. The H1B petition is filed by employer. However, employee can certainly help with it. Legally, the employer cannot charge the employee for USCIS fees or lawyer's fees. However, you can hire your own lawyer to help you with your questions and answers(if you hire your own lawyer, you can be comfortable with all advise he gives you, since he would have your best interest in mind as you would be the client). However, to file a petition of H1, your employer should be paying the lawyer(either your lawyer or their lawyer).
Filing for H1B petition requires a fixed set of documents and its simple to do if you have time to do a little research. Many employees help their employers and together, they do it themselves without the help of lawyer, therby saving money. An average lawyer would charge 1000 dollars in fees for filing the petition. For USCIS fees, please look up their website.
There are H1 specific forums on www.immigrationportal.com which would have more details.
Thanks.
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satyasaich
06-28 09:36 AM
yes.
Unless the first company cancels their H1B
Unless the first company cancels their H1B
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krishna.ahd
05-01 07:18 AM
What do you mean by filing ?
Is there anything to file for AC21 ? I somehow thought it's implicit and you just have to let USCIS know that you have changed your job. That's all. That too is not a mandatory task but most lawyers suggest it to play safe. I think it's matter of sending the letter with details to USCIS.
You just be prepared to explain at the 485 interview or reply to RFE's or NOID's if sent by USCIS, which wont happen till your 485 date is current or your sponsoring employer withdraws 140.
Best way to handle this, do not send any detail AC21 to INS, but keep all the documents emeployment offer with job description , paystub and W2 till you get RFE at 485 stage ( If lucky you may not get at all)
Again you may change job again before 485 stage hit.
Is there anything to file for AC21 ? I somehow thought it's implicit and you just have to let USCIS know that you have changed your job. That's all. That too is not a mandatory task but most lawyers suggest it to play safe. I think it's matter of sending the letter with details to USCIS.
You just be prepared to explain at the 485 interview or reply to RFE's or NOID's if sent by USCIS, which wont happen till your 485 date is current or your sponsoring employer withdraws 140.
Best way to handle this, do not send any detail AC21 to INS, but keep all the documents emeployment offer with job description , paystub and W2 till you get RFE at 485 stage ( If lucky you may not get at all)
Again you may change job again before 485 stage hit.
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skagitswimmer
June 14th, 2010, 05:25 PM
As long as the water is all of the same temp and salinity there isn't any distortion because of water movement. Distortion does occur when you get mixing of water that has different density. Scuba diving you see that where you pass through layers of water on the way down. The layers can be either different temerature or different salinity. When you get that it looks like heat waves on a hot highway in the distance.
I have used the pentax optio under water a bit. It works well as a point and shoot but not much more than that. I wouldn't take it more than a few feet down. I don't think it is rated for very deep.
Good luck.
Stephen
I have used the pentax optio under water a bit. It works well as a point and shoot but not much more than that. I wouldn't take it more than a few feet down. I don't think it is rated for very deep.
Good luck.
Stephen
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laksmi
11-11 08:42 PM
Before you come to know your dates are current, you will have 4-5 months to get the approved notice or more then that , during that time add your spouse name.
Once it is 485 is approved, then you have to wait for a while until you get Green Card to add your wife.
Once it is 485 is approved, then you have to wait for a while until you get Green Card to add your wife.
sledge_hammer
08-07 02:50 PM
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/entertainment/6934653.stm
Pop star Lily Allen has had her US work visa cancelled after arriving at Los Angeles International Airport.
The 22-year-old, who is due to tour America in September, had flown in for the MTV Video Music Awards launch.
A spokesman for the singer said: "She's still in America. All her commitments will carry on as normal. The work visa will be sorted out by her next visit."
She was held at the airport for five hours in connection with an arrest for an alleged assault in London in June.
The arrest arose from an incident outside a London nightclub in March and resulted in a caution for common assault.
She flew into the US from Australia on Sunday to attend Tuesday's announcement of the award nominations in Las Vegas.
An MTV spokesperson has confirmed the star will still attend the awards show.
"Lily was questioned and her work visa was revoked," Allen's spokesman said. "She was detained for five hours but not strip searched. Understandably she was upset by it."
Allen will need a new work visa before she returns to the US on 6 September, when she is due to play in San Diego.
In a statement the singer said: "I am trying everything I can to sort this out.
"It is my intention to play my American dates in September. This depends on the authorities granting me a new work visa.
"I want my fans to know that I will do everything I can to be back in America in September. I don't like letting my fans down and this is a situation that I am sure we can sort."
Allen's previous stay in the US was cut short when she postponed 20 dates from her tour in May and June because she was "bored slightly" and wanted to get back to work in the studio.
Pop star Lily Allen has had her US work visa cancelled after arriving at Los Angeles International Airport.
The 22-year-old, who is due to tour America in September, had flown in for the MTV Video Music Awards launch.
A spokesman for the singer said: "She's still in America. All her commitments will carry on as normal. The work visa will be sorted out by her next visit."
She was held at the airport for five hours in connection with an arrest for an alleged assault in London in June.
The arrest arose from an incident outside a London nightclub in March and resulted in a caution for common assault.
She flew into the US from Australia on Sunday to attend Tuesday's announcement of the award nominations in Las Vegas.
An MTV spokesperson has confirmed the star will still attend the awards show.
"Lily was questioned and her work visa was revoked," Allen's spokesman said. "She was detained for five hours but not strip searched. Understandably she was upset by it."
Allen will need a new work visa before she returns to the US on 6 September, when she is due to play in San Diego.
In a statement the singer said: "I am trying everything I can to sort this out.
"It is my intention to play my American dates in September. This depends on the authorities granting me a new work visa.
"I want my fans to know that I will do everything I can to be back in America in September. I don't like letting my fans down and this is a situation that I am sure we can sort."
Allen's previous stay in the US was cut short when she postponed 20 dates from her tour in May and June because she was "bored slightly" and wanted to get back to work in the studio.
anurakt
12-29 08:34 PM
Hi,
I applied for H1 last year and got H1 approved for 9 months. (they counted all my stay on H4). Now H1 expired on 25th Nov and applied for H4 on 15th Nov before H1B expires.
I wants to take advantage of New memo of USCIS. Can I apply for H1B with different employer than earlier one while my H4 case is pending?
Or shall I wait until I gets H4 approval and they apply for H1B.
Please help me on this.
Thanks,
Please put this question in IV attorney call... It's complex and a new rule ...so I would suggest anyone on the forum not to speculate.
I applied for H1 last year and got H1 approved for 9 months. (they counted all my stay on H4). Now H1 expired on 25th Nov and applied for H4 on 15th Nov before H1B expires.
I wants to take advantage of New memo of USCIS. Can I apply for H1B with different employer than earlier one while my H4 case is pending?
Or shall I wait until I gets H4 approval and they apply for H1B.
Please help me on this.
Thanks,
Please put this question in IV attorney call... It's complex and a new rule ...so I would suggest anyone on the forum not to speculate.
