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2023 (46)

December 3rd - Alan Lee, Esq. Q&As published on the World Journal Weekly on December 3, 2023 : Re-entry Permit
November 24th - Article: CLEAR BENEFICIAL CHANGES TO THE H-1B PROGRAM IN THE PROPOSAL
November 21st - Article: PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE EVIDENCE REQUIRED FOR ESTABLISHMENT OF H1B “SPECIALTY OCCUPATION”; CONTINUED RELIANCE ON OOH; EXPANDED AUTHORITY OF DHS TO COMPARE LCA POSITION WITH H1B PETITION, ETC. MEAN TIGHTENED ADJUDICATION STANDARDS.
November 19th - Arthur Lee, Esq. Q&As published on the World Journal Weekly on November 19, 2023 : Your spouse’s H-4 application becomes invalid as soon as you are approved as a permanent resident
November 17th - Article: THE LITANY OF ABUSES DESCRIBED BY USCIS TO THE H-1B PROGRAM BESIDES TO THE REGISTRATION SYSTEM IN THE PROPOSED RULE ARE EYE-OPENING.
November 14th - Article: THE NEW APPROACH TO THE H-1B REGISTRATION SYSTEM – WILL IT WORK?
October 31st - IMMIGRATION NEWS THAT YOU CAN USE – EAD’S INCREASED TO FIVE YEARS FOR MANY CATEGORIES – QUESTION; KEEPING STRAIGHT UKRAINIAN AND VENEZUELAN TPS TIMETABLES; USCIS ADJUDICATING DEPENDENT NONIMMIGRANT APPLICATIONS ALMOST SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH PRINCIPAL PETITIONS.
October 29th - Arthur Lee, Esq. Q&As published on the World Journal Weekly on October 29, 2023 : 1. Work normally with curtain working visa may be able to go to school part-time 2. I-485 has been submitted and can only allow to leave the US under advance parole, or H, L status 3. You have an unrevoked approved I-140, may be eligible for a 3 year H-1B extension/transfer 4. It has been more than 180 days since I-485 was submitted then you can change your job
October 23rd - ALAN LEE, ESQ. SUPER LAWYER FOR 2023 IN NEW YORK METRO AREA
October 16th - Article: ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE WORKER IMMIGRATION – PART 2 by Arthur Lee, Esq.
October 15th - Alan Lee, Esq. Q&As published on the World Journal Weekly on October 15, 2023 : 1. I have applied for the I-601 waiver of Communist Party membership and there should be no problem entering the country. 2. NIW processing time is usually about 12 months
October 15th - Arthur Lee, Esq. Q&As published on the World Journal Weekly on October 15, 2023 : 1. Company’s hiring freeze may affect PERM application 2. To apply for a PERM green card, the employer must be willing to hire full-time employees 3. To track for case processing times
October 11th - Article: ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE WORKER IMMIGRATION – PART 1 by Arthur Lee, Esq.
September 24th - Q&A’s published on the World Journal Weekly on September 24, 2023: 1. I-140 has just been approved and I want to change jobs… 2. Apply for EB-1A on your own, not necessary need an employment letter
September 20th - Article: OCTOBER VISA BULLETIN BRINGS MANY CHANGES TO EMPLOYMENT-BASED PREFERENCES
September 13th - Article: ANOTHER CALL FOR “BACK TO THE FUTURE” CHANGE OF POLICY FOR H-1B CAP SELECTIONS BY JANUARY 2024
September 10th - Q&A’s published on the World Journal Weekly on September 10, 2023: 1. To be eligible for an EB-2 NIW, your endeavor should be beneficial to the US 2. Should I do an appeal or file a motion after my EB-1A was denied? 3. The duration of an H-1B visa depends on several factors
August 27th - Q&A’s published on the World Journal Weekly on August 27, 2023: Arthur Lee, Esq. Article: Requests for further evidence for submitted “missing” documents relating to current guidance for paper filed applications. Arthur Lee, Esq. Q&As: 1. The online query of PERM labor certification database is inaccurate 2. A showing of job applications in the United States is not normally required for an EB-1A petition.
August 13th - Arthur Lee, Esq. Q&As published on the World Journal Weekly on August 13, 2023 1. Applying for NIW must show you can advance the national interest 2. The filing of an I-140 petition may impact F-1 visa approval 3. USCIS may apply previously captured fingerprints to many new cases
August 9th - Article: Requests for Further Evidence for Submitted “Missing” Documents Relating To Current Guidance for Paper Filed Applications by Arthur Lee, Esq.
August 6th - Arthur Lee, Esq. Q&As published on the World Journal Weekly on August 6, 2023 1. Laid off H-1B employee, where the employer did not withdraw the approved H-1B, may be able to have a successful H-1B transfer 2. When the H-1B was not approved, the H-1B lottery spot could not be preserved
July 30th - Q&A’s published on the World Journal Weekly on July 30, 2023: Article: 1. Where are all the I-601A cases going? 2. Watch out for distance learning. Q&As: 1. After receiving your permanent residence card, you do not need I-131 or I-765 2. It is a common situation that combo cards are not adjudicated together for all members of the family
July 28th - Article: CAN THE SCOTUS CASE, US V. HANSEN, HELP TO PROTECT ALIENS WHO MAY BE DEEMED INADMISSIBLE FOR ALIEN SMUGGLING?
July 9th - Q&A’s published on the World Journal Weekly on July 9, 2023 – 1. Get Your Green Card Faster with Cross-Chargeability 2. O-1 Visas Does not Have a Dual Intent Provision 3. PERM now Takes Approximately 9-10 Months for Analyst Reviews 4. Applying for EB-1B, Job Opportunities and I-140 Employers are Indispensable
June 25th - Q&A’s published on the World Journal Weekly on June 25, 2023 – 1. The time to begin a labor certification is 2 years prior to the 6-year expiration of H-1B 2. PERM application related skills depends on the employer’s requirement 3. PWD can be used for the same position and multiple people 4. EB-2 and EB-3 can apply at the same time 5. The old and new companies overlap for 1 month, you should answer truthfully
June 22nd - IMMIGRATION NEWS YOU CAN USE –TO PHOTO OR NOT FOR N-400 FILINGS? WHERE ARE ALL THE I-601A CASES GOING? NEW VETTING CENTER FOR SPECIFIC AFFIRMATIVE ASYLUM CASES.
June 14th - IMMIGRATION NEWS YOU CAN USE – JULY VISA BULLETIN AND USCIS CHART ACCEPTANCE QUICK SUMMARY; WATCH OUT FOR DISTANCE LEARNING; DOS ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSING TIME BEING SHORTENED.
June 11th - Q&A’s published on the World Journal Weekly on June 11, 2023 – 1. Receiving the immigration letter does not mean that the I-485 will be approved 2. The status of the case does not reflect the processing status 3. Engineers worked in a China state owned enterprise usually do not affect immigration 4. Different immigration categories have different processing times
June 4th - Q&A’s published on the World Journal Weekly on June 4, 2023 – 1. To Apply EB-1A, You Must Show that Your Immigration Will be of Benefit to the US 2. Don’t Let I-485 Fall into a Black Hole Because of EB-1 3. EAD Processing Time is About 3.5 to 6 Months 4. Priority Date Could not be Transferred to Spouse 5. In Case of any Difficulty, Please Contact the Immigration Contact Center First
May 21st - Article: Last Days to Start a Labor Certification Case.
May 1st - Article: H-1B SELECTION PROCESS A TRAVESTY – TIME TO GO “BACK TO THE FUTURE”
April 30th - Q&A’s published on the World Journal Weekly on April 30, 2023 – 1. A question on prevailing wage determination (PWD) for a roving employee or one whose final work location has not been determined. 2. J-2 dependent who has EAD approved is generally allowed to work in the U.S. 3. H-1B holders who already have H-1B visas in the passports would continue to travel in and out using the visas.
April 23rd - Q&A’s published on the World Journal Weekly on April 23, 2023 – 1. RFE is Request for Further Evidence and NOID is Notice of Intent to Deny 2. An applicant for a B1/B2 visa must disclose past immigrant visa information
April 21st - Article: MAY 2023 VISA BULLETIN MUSINGS ON FAMILY AND EMPLOYMENT BASED CATEGORIES
April 16th - Q&A’s published on the World Journal Weekly on April 16, 2023 – Check the Processing Times of Your Case Online
April 2nd - Q&A’s published on the World Journal Weekly on April 2, 2023: Article: CSPA Vis-À-Vis USCIS Adjustment Chart Q&As: 1. Different immigration offices have different processing times 2. A I-140 visa petition is a preliminary petition and is not an application for immigration itself 3. One premium processing fee for one application
March 26th - Q&A’s published on the World Journal Weekly on March 26, 2023: Article: Predictions On Number of H-1B Registration Applications. Q&As: 1. Excusable overstay if married to a U.S. citizen 2. Renewal sponsorship by the same employer, approved I-140 can be reused 3. Priority Date is Not Shareable 4. PERM Denied May Apply for Reconsideration
March 22nd - Article: TRANSIT POLICY AT BORDER A HEAD SPINNER; LAST DAYS TO START A LABOR CERTIFICATION CASE.
March 12th - Q&A’s published on the World Journal Weekly on March 12, 2023 1. Dissatisfied with the anti-epidemic policies in China is not consistent with political asylum 2. Employers can sponsor PERMs for remote positions 3. It is difficult to obtain NIW, if papers are rarely cited 4. Immigrant Visa Denied But I-140 is Still Valid 5. Temporarily return to China to work remotely will not Hinder I-485 6. Is DS-2019 Important for My I-485 Application?
March 8th - Article: PREDICTIONS ON NUMBER OF H-1B REGISTRATION APPLICATIONS; CSPA VIS-À-VIS USCIS ADJUSTMENT CHART.
March 5th - Q&A’s published on the World Journal Weekly on March 5, 2023 1. Change of Status from H-4 to F-1 Must has Spouse’s H-1 Documents 2. In Some Cases, Premium Processing Filing Fee Can be Waived 3. 3. Do not Rely on USCIS’ Unofficial Notices 4. Filing I-485 without J Supplementary Form is More Likely to be Rejected 5. STEM Graduates Can Stay in the United States for 3 Years with OPT
February 19th - Q&A’s published on the World Journal Weekly on February 19, 2023 1. Pass the US citizenship to children overseas 2. CSPA 3. I-485 filed in Nov 2022 with I-130 approved in June 2022, I 94 expiring in Jan 21st 2023. Option to travel outside US? 4. I want to bring my parent her in the US. Can my boyfriend be my joint sponsor? 5. Can I get a work permit while waiting for the extension of my B1/B2 visa and F1 application? 6. I applied for change of status in Dec 2022 and my current B2 visa expires in February. Does my application cover extension of stay?
January 30th - IMMIGRATION NEWS THAT YOU CAN USE – WHITE HOUSE EXPANDS AND RENEWS HONG KONG DEFERRED ENFORCED DEPARTURE PROGRAM; USCIS SETS SCHEDULE FOR H-1B CAP REGISTRATION PROGRAM; “FINAL” COVID-19 FLEXIBILITY DATES ADVANCED TO MARCH 23, 2023; USCIS ANNOUNCES NEW DATES FOR EXPANDED PREMIUM PROCESSING CLASSES OF CASES; TRUMP PUBLIC CHARGE RULE FINALLY KILLED BY SUPREME COURT?
January 29th - Q&A’s published on the World Journal Weekly on January 29, 2023 1. Biometrics appointment for I-131 still needed? 2. I-751 was submitted and fingerprints were taken. How long is the wait time?
January 24th - Article: “2023 AND THE US DEMOGRAPHIC TIMEBOMB”
January 22nd - Q&A’s published on the World Journal Weekly on January 22, 2023 1. Can I acquire any type of citizenship or permanent residency from my deceased US citizen father? 2. Sibling info on Green Card for parents 3. Can immigration officers look past inadmissibility? 4. Can I keep using my STEM OPT EAD even though I get my C9 EAD?

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