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I want to decrease the salary of my H-1B employee. Do I have to file a new LCA? Do I have to file an amended H-1B petition if the salary is higher than the actual or prevailing wage? COVID-19

I want to decrease the salary of my H-1B employee. Do I have to file a new LCA? Do I have to file an amended H-1B petition if the salary is higher than the actual or prevailing wage?

Covid-19 has changed the rules for travel, engagement and employment.  Many companies have started to reduce wages and put staff on leave, and some companies have terminated employees. For companies with H-1B employees that are taking the approach of decreasing…
April 9, 2020
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I am in the U.S. on F-1 OPT status and I was selected/not selected in this year’s H-1B visa lottery. Does Cap-Gap Extension apply to me? Can I stay in the U.S. until September 30? H-1B and E-3 VisaImmigration

I am in the U.S. on F-1 OPT status and I was selected/not selected in this year’s H-1B visa lottery. Does Cap-Gap Extension apply to me? Can I stay in the U.S. until September 30?

If you are currently in the U.S. on F-1 OPT status, your OPT work authorization expires soon, and your company filed an H-1B registration, you may be asking if you have to leave the U.S. immediately after your work authorization…
April 7, 2020
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Am I Qualified for the O-1B Visa? What Are My Chances/Likelihood of Success in Securing the O-1B Visa? Extraordinary AbilityImmigration

Am I Qualified for the O-1B Visa? What Are My Chances/Likelihood of Success in Securing the O-1B Visa?

The O-1 nonimmigrant visa is for individuals who possess extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics, or who have a demonstrated record of extraordinary achievement in the motion picture or television industry and has been recognized nationally…
April 3, 2020
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What are the Steps Involved in the Preparation and Filing of an O-1 Petition? How Long Does it Take to Prepare an O-1 Visa Petition? Extraordinary AbilityImmigration

What are the Steps Involved in the Preparation and Filing of an O-1 Petition? How Long Does it Take to Prepare an O-1 Visa Petition?

The Five Steps To Prepare and File an O-1 Petition The O-1 nonimmigrant visa is for individuals that are extraordinary in a particular field. There are a number of different standards associated with an O-1 visa but they all point…
April 2, 2020
What are the “Extraordinary Ability” Categories of Visas? What is the EB-1A Visa? What are the Similarities and Differences Between the O-1A Visa and EB-1A? Extraordinary AbilityImmigration

What are the “Extraordinary Ability” Categories of Visas? What is the EB-1A Visa? What are the Similarities and Differences Between the O-1A Visa and EB-1A?

The O-1 nonimmigrant visa is for individuals who possess extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics, or who have a demonstrated record of extraordinary achievement in the motion picture or television industry and has been recognized nationally…
March 27, 2020
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Does Covid-19 impact my obligations as an H-1B or E-3 Employer? What things should I keep in mind? Is Part-Time Work Possible? Is furlough possible for an H-1B employee? COVID-19

Does Covid-19 impact my obligations as an H-1B or E-3 Employer? What things should I keep in mind? Is Part-Time Work Possible? Is furlough possible for an H-1B employee?

Covid-19 has changed the rules for travel, engagement and employment.  Many companies have already started to reduce wages and put staff on leave.  Some companies have terminated employees.  For companies that have employees in E-3 or H-1B status, they must…
March 26, 2020
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Coronavirus Update: Department of Homeland Security Issues Guidelines on Remote I-9 Verification during COVID-19 COVID-19

Coronavirus Update: Department of Homeland Security Issues Guidelines on Remote I-9 Verification during COVID-19

Due to many companies moving operations to remote working or working from home, the Department of Homeland Security has issued interim guidelines on remote I-9 verification during this emergency. In normal times, when an employee starts at a company, companies…
March 26, 2020
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How will the Covid-19 impact my Visa? Will the Corona (Covid -19) Virus impact my visa? Immigration issues Associated with the Corona Virus. COVID-19

How will the Covid-19 impact my Visa? Will the Corona (Covid -19) Virus impact my visa? Immigration issues Associated with the Corona Virus.

Covid-19 has changed the rules for travel, engagement and employment.  We hope all are staying safe and coping with this crisis.  Over the last several days, we have had a flurry of questions from both current and prospective clients regarding…
March 21, 2020
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Coronavirus Update: USCIS Announced Temporary Suspension of Premium Processing for All I-129 and I-140 Petitions COVID-19

Coronavirus Update: USCIS Announced Temporary Suspension of Premium Processing for All I-129 and I-140 Petitions

USCIS has announced today, March 20, the immediate and temporary suspension of premium processing service for all Form I-129 and Form I-140 petitions until further notice due to the coronavirus outbreak. Premium processing costs $1410 and guarantees that USCIS will…
March 20, 2020
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Is the O-1 Visa a “Dual-Intent” Visa? Can I Seek a Green Card While on the O-1 Visa? Can I Renew My O-1 Visa While I Have a Pending Green Card Petition? Extraordinary AbilityImmigration

Is the O-1 Visa a “Dual-Intent” Visa? Can I Seek a Green Card While on the O-1 Visa? Can I Renew My O-1 Visa While I Have a Pending Green Card Petition?

The O-1 nonimmigrant visa is for individuals who show they are extraordinary in a particular field.   For more information about O-1 petitions, please click here. The O-1 visa allows individuals to live and work in the United States for a temporary…
February 14, 2020
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Who Can Petition for the O-1 Visa? What is an Agent and Who Can Be an Agent? What are the Different Types of Agents for O-1 Visas? Extraordinary AbilityImmigration

Who Can Petition for the O-1 Visa? What is an Agent and Who Can Be an Agent? What are the Different Types of Agents for O-1 Visas?

The O-1 nonimmigrant visa is for individuals who possesses extraordinary ability in certain fields.  These people are good at what they do and have been recognized by their peers for their contributions.   For more information about O-1 visa petitions, please…
January 31, 2020
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O-1 Visa Approval For a Social Media Influencer aka Branding Consultant Via Interview Waiver Program at the London Consulate Approvals

O-1 Visa Approval For a Social Media Influencer aka Branding Consultant Via Interview Waiver Program at the London Consulate

We just had an O-1 visa approval for a social media influencer aka branding consultant at the U.S. Consulate in London. The applicant was renewing his expired O-1 visa and had recently secured an O-1 renewal petition approved by USCIS.…
January 15, 2020
Should I apply for an O-1 Visa or an H-1B Visa? What are the advantages of an O-1 visa? Is an O-1 visa better than an H-1B visa? Do I Qualify for an O-1 Visa? Extraordinary AbilityH-1B and E-3 VisaImmigration

Should I apply for an O-1 Visa or an H-1B Visa? What are the advantages of an O-1 visa? Is an O-1 visa better than an H-1B visa? Do I Qualify for an O-1 Visa?

An O-1 visas are for people with extraordinary ability in a number of fields (e.g. television, science, business, etc.) To learn more about O-1 visas, please click here.  The bar for an O-1 visa is a high one and the…
December 2, 2019
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How to Prepare an Expert Opinion Letter for the O-1 Visa? How to Prepare a Recommendation Letter for the O-1 Visa? Extraordinary AbilityImmigration

How to Prepare an Expert Opinion Letter for the O-1 Visa? How to Prepare a Recommendation Letter for the O-1 Visa?

As part of your extraordinary ability visa process (O-1 and EB-1), you must obtain expert opinion letters from key individuals.  Considering the importance of the letters, it is worth the time and effort for an applicant to seek expert opinion…
December 2, 2019
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Can I Obtain 1 Year or 3 Years When Renewing My O-1 Visa If I Will Continue to Work for the Same Employer in the Same Position? What is an O-1 Visa Extension? Extraordinary AbilityImmigration

Can I Obtain 1 Year or 3 Years When Renewing My O-1 Visa If I Will Continue to Work for the Same Employer in the Same Position? What is an O-1 Visa Extension?

The O-1 nonimmigrant visa is for individuals who possesses extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics, or who have a demonstrated record of extraordinary achievement in the motion picture or television industry and have been recognized nationally…
November 19, 2019
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Which non-immigrant visa categories allow my spouse to work in the U.S.? How and when can my spouse apply for the work authorization? Can my spouse work for any employer? E-2 VisaExtraordinary AbilityH-1B and E-3 VisaImmigrationInvestor VisasL-1 VisaTN Visa

Which non-immigrant visa categories allow my spouse to work in the U.S.? How and when can my spouse apply for the work authorization? Can my spouse work for any employer?

If you are currently in the U.S. on a non-immigrant visa, your spouse may be able to work in the U.S. This article will discuss which spouses of non-immigrant visa holders are/are not authorized to work in the U.S. This…
October 14, 2019
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