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2023 (20)

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 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 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 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 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
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 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 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 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 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 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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