claudia255
01-03 05:24 PM
On Sept. 14, President Bush signed the Honest Leadership and Open Government Act of 2007, an ethics and lobbying reform bill, which enforces a number of new restrictions.
Under the new law, lobbyists are prohibited from providing gifts, food, beverage and travel to Members of Congress, their staff or employees. A violation of this law could result in civil fines and/or criminal prosecution for the Company and individuals involved.
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This is already known. How is this directly related to immigration or IV? Please make a point because I failed to notice it.
This thread should be closed.
Under the new law, lobbyists are prohibited from providing gifts, food, beverage and travel to Members of Congress, their staff or employees. A violation of this law could result in civil fines and/or criminal prosecution for the Company and individuals involved.
?????
This is already known. How is this directly related to immigration or IV? Please make a point because I failed to notice it.
This thread should be closed.
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IntezarGCKA
02-17 11:39 AM
Hi,
I would appreciate any information about an organization, a school or any other institution that needs teachers and file H1-B for teachers.
Thanks
I would appreciate any information about an organization, a school or any other institution that needs teachers and file H1-B for teachers.
Thanks
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ghost
03-31 07:28 AM
Here is how you are being perceived in this country (full article link below):
"The process of converting an H-1B immigrant to a permanent visa resident is a long, expensive, tortured process. know of cases that took longer than seven years. My companies liked this arrangement, because it made the workers into long-term indentured servants, who lacked the freedom to quit and work anywhere else, neither could they complain about anything unless they wanted the companies to pull their sponsorship of them"
NumbersUSA Member has first-hand experience with H-1B visa fraud | NumbersUSA - For Lower Immigration Levels (http://www.numbersusa.com/content/nusablog/cchmielenski/march-29-2011/numbersusa-member-has-first-hand-experience-h-1b-visa-fraud.html)
There are a lot of high-powered organizations lobbying/advocating in Washington to ensure that there are more temporary workers - because it is in their benefit. No one emphasizes on green card backlogs!
Immigration Voice is the only organization fighting exclusively for reducing green card backlogs and providing you the much needed flexibility to change jobs, get your green card, allow your spouse work, etc.!
Think about the situation and join the fight - participate in IV Advocacy for your benefit!
"The process of converting an H-1B immigrant to a permanent visa resident is a long, expensive, tortured process. know of cases that took longer than seven years. My companies liked this arrangement, because it made the workers into long-term indentured servants, who lacked the freedom to quit and work anywhere else, neither could they complain about anything unless they wanted the companies to pull their sponsorship of them"
NumbersUSA Member has first-hand experience with H-1B visa fraud | NumbersUSA - For Lower Immigration Levels (http://www.numbersusa.com/content/nusablog/cchmielenski/march-29-2011/numbersusa-member-has-first-hand-experience-h-1b-visa-fraud.html)
There are a lot of high-powered organizations lobbying/advocating in Washington to ensure that there are more temporary workers - because it is in their benefit. No one emphasizes on green card backlogs!
Immigration Voice is the only organization fighting exclusively for reducing green card backlogs and providing you the much needed flexibility to change jobs, get your green card, allow your spouse work, etc.!
Think about the situation and join the fight - participate in IV Advocacy for your benefit!
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gc_chahiye
07-22 12:08 PM
does your I-140 have an A#? (the newer ones, issued in the last few months) do. If so, you can try sending the inital-evidence with a note asking them to ti tie to your 485 case, mentioning the A#. If you dont have A# ask your lawyer whats the best way out (name+DOB+??).
Keep a copy of your tracking number/fedex signature proof of whatever you send.
Keep a copy of your tracking number/fedex signature proof of whatever you send.
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chirayu547
10-08 11:56 PM
Hello,
First of all, I really appreciate your efforts to help people in their immigration issues.
Currently, I am on H4 visa. Recently, I was offered employment and got my H1B approved.
But, my new I797 approval notice does not contain I-94 part.
Do we need to apply for Change of Status from H4 to H1B now while I remain in US? Do I need to do it or my employer needs to do it?
I would really appreciate your help.
Thanks,
Dhans
First of all, I really appreciate your efforts to help people in their immigration issues.
Currently, I am on H4 visa. Recently, I was offered employment and got my H1B approved.
But, my new I797 approval notice does not contain I-94 part.
Do we need to apply for Change of Status from H4 to H1B now while I remain in US? Do I need to do it or my employer needs to do it?
I would really appreciate your help.
Thanks,
Dhans
mnkaushik
08-07 09:31 AM
You will have to redo your LC, I 140 and I 485. But you can port your priority date from the earlier application.
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chunky
08-28 09:08 AM
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immigration1234
02-06 01:53 PM
Well, I work for a home builder. Mechanics liens have become very common these days. Please make sure that you have an attorney who can really go through all the paper work. Its very important in such a very volatile home building industry. The title company can run a title search or a lien search on the property to make sure that there are no liens on the property at the time of closing.
Be Careful now than sorry later. If they lien your home even the law cannot help you!
All the very best to all the new home buyers!
Be Careful now than sorry later. If they lien your home even the law cannot help you!
All the very best to all the new home buyers!
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GCKaMaara
11-17 10:49 AM
Not to scare you but even part-time job in other fields can be a potential issue. Please confirm with attorney though.
I HAVE H1 APPROVED TILL 04/10 BUT I ENTERED USA USING AP THIS YEAR SO MY UNDERSTANDING IS THAT I AM ON EAD NOW WITH SPONSORING EMPLOYER. I AM ASLO DOING PARTIME JOB IN OTHER FIELD ON EAD SINCE 01/08. NOW IF I GET FULL TIME JOB WITH OTHER EMPLOYER (other field)AND IF I WORK LESS HOURS (means I get under pay than showed in labor) WITH SPONSORING EMPLOYER, WILL I BE IN TROUBLE? Please give me right way.
PD - 05/03 EB3-I
I HAVE H1 APPROVED TILL 04/10 BUT I ENTERED USA USING AP THIS YEAR SO MY UNDERSTANDING IS THAT I AM ON EAD NOW WITH SPONSORING EMPLOYER. I AM ASLO DOING PARTIME JOB IN OTHER FIELD ON EAD SINCE 01/08. NOW IF I GET FULL TIME JOB WITH OTHER EMPLOYER (other field)AND IF I WORK LESS HOURS (means I get under pay than showed in labor) WITH SPONSORING EMPLOYER, WILL I BE IN TROUBLE? Please give me right way.
PD - 05/03 EB3-I
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baba84
04-28 12:38 PM
Lucky guy!
When was your PD date? Just curious
When was your PD date? Just curious
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validIV
03-25 06:13 PM
Works fine for me. My case is still pending. And wow, I got a soft LUD 3/25/09 on my I485. Woohoo
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pmamp
04-05 08:26 PM
Thank you for the suggestion.
You dont have to apply for a COS as long as she is leaving US before her current I-94 expires. However, note that when she goes for her H4 interview, she might be asked to prove her H1 status by showing her employment details (recent pay checks, tax documents..) in addition to your employment documents before they give her the H4 Visa...This happened with one of my friends at Chennai embassy...Just wanted to give you a heads up on that....
You dont have to apply for a COS as long as she is leaving US before her current I-94 expires. However, note that when she goes for her H4 interview, she might be asked to prove her H1 status by showing her employment details (recent pay checks, tax documents..) in addition to your employment documents before they give her the H4 Visa...This happened with one of my friends at Chennai embassy...Just wanted to give you a heads up on that....
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ebizash
01-28 03:18 PM
You are lucky that you atleast have a copy of the approval, most employers won't even give a copy since it is employer petition....
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rockstart
12-06 08:05 AM
I had F1 visa from July 2002 - July 2007 stamped in my passport. I moved to H1b in Oct 2004 and stamped my H1 Visa in June 2005. So you can move to H1B from F1 without stamping any visa only if you have to leave US then you need to get the new H1 stamp before re-entering. Also do not forget to fax a caopy of your H1 approval notice to your school's international center so that they can stop reporting you in SEVIS
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kaisersose
03-27 11:52 PM
Thanks for that link. It is good to know that there is a possibility that I-140 PP may come back in the near future, even if in phases.
One comforting factor here is the extra $1000 is big money for no extra work which is very tempting to USCIS. So everyone knew they would bring it back as soon as the load became manageable, but the big question was when would the load become manageable.
Now from the article, it looks like it may start happening very soon.
One comforting factor here is the extra $1000 is big money for no extra work which is very tempting to USCIS. So everyone knew they would bring it back as soon as the load became manageable, but the big question was when would the load become manageable.
Now from the article, it looks like it may start happening very soon.
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06-22 10:10 AM
AILA Leadership Has Just Posted the Following:
What is the deal with Senator Ensign? He cheated on his wife? Don't all politicians do that? (The answer is no, not all politicians do that). So, what is the a big deal? Let me tell you--Because Senator Ensign is a HYPOCRITE! Senator Ensign received a 100% rating (http://www.ontheissues.org/International/John_Ensign_Immigration.htm)from every anti-immigration group (http://grades.betterimmigration.com/testgrades.php3?District=NV&VIPID=558)out there for his stance against immigration reform (http://www.dailyyonder.com/ballot-box-conversation-sen-ensign/2009/06/07/2160)and for his opposition to giving "amnesty" to "illegals."
While adultery is not illegal in Nevada (its not, I checked), I would daresay that if Americans were asked this question--"Do you forgive Adulterous, Cheating Senators, OR Undocumented Immigrants seeking a better life for them and their familes," that resoundingly Americans would say--Dump the Senator and pass Immigration Reform. But wait, Americans are already saying that.
So, Senator Ensign, good for you, you did not break the law in Nevada by committing adultery and cheating on your wife. However, you have sacrificed the "moral high ground" you may have thought you once had. And while your wife is apparently is willing to forgive you, frankly, I doubt anyone else is. So, if by some magic you manage to retain your seat in the Senate, perhaps the next time you are ready to cast aspersions on an entire group of people seeking a better life for themselves, you might want to take that beam out of your own eye first!https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/186823568153827945-7296322357656535794?l=ailaleadership.blogspot.com
More... (http://ailaleadership.blogspot.com/2009/06/senator-ensign-immigration-and-illegal.html)
What is the deal with Senator Ensign? He cheated on his wife? Don't all politicians do that? (The answer is no, not all politicians do that). So, what is the a big deal? Let me tell you--Because Senator Ensign is a HYPOCRITE! Senator Ensign received a 100% rating (http://www.ontheissues.org/International/John_Ensign_Immigration.htm)from every anti-immigration group (http://grades.betterimmigration.com/testgrades.php3?District=NV&VIPID=558)out there for his stance against immigration reform (http://www.dailyyonder.com/ballot-box-conversation-sen-ensign/2009/06/07/2160)and for his opposition to giving "amnesty" to "illegals."
While adultery is not illegal in Nevada (its not, I checked), I would daresay that if Americans were asked this question--"Do you forgive Adulterous, Cheating Senators, OR Undocumented Immigrants seeking a better life for them and their familes," that resoundingly Americans would say--Dump the Senator and pass Immigration Reform. But wait, Americans are already saying that.
So, Senator Ensign, good for you, you did not break the law in Nevada by committing adultery and cheating on your wife. However, you have sacrificed the "moral high ground" you may have thought you once had. And while your wife is apparently is willing to forgive you, frankly, I doubt anyone else is. So, if by some magic you manage to retain your seat in the Senate, perhaps the next time you are ready to cast aspersions on an entire group of people seeking a better life for themselves, you might want to take that beam out of your own eye first!https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/186823568153827945-7296322357656535794?l=ailaleadership.blogspot.com
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x1050us
10-01 01:51 AM
See http://immigrationvoice.blogspot.com/
Could you change the flashplayer to something else that has forward/rewind controls. I closed the website a few times accidentally and I had to start all over again as this has no forward buttons.
Secondly, does anyone have access to AILA ? There is a mention of procedures to correct improper rejections by the service centers for cases with incorrect date stamps, lost checks or documents due to the errors on part of service center. I am badly in need of these procedures because I need to know what actions my attorney can take to fix my rejection issue. And I am sure there are many more in the same boat looking for this information.
Could you change the flashplayer to something else that has forward/rewind controls. I closed the website a few times accidentally and I had to start all over again as this has no forward buttons.
Secondly, does anyone have access to AILA ? There is a mention of procedures to correct improper rejections by the service centers for cases with incorrect date stamps, lost checks or documents due to the errors on part of service center. I am badly in need of these procedures because I need to know what actions my attorney can take to fix my rejection issue. And I am sure there are many more in the same boat looking for this information.
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cchaitu
10-08 11:07 AM
Hi GURU's,
I received my original I 485 receipt on which my receipt date is - July 10 2007 and Notice Date is - Sep 12 2007 from CSC(even though I applied to NSC)
After one week I have received Transfer Notice from CSC on which receipt date is - Sep 12 2007 and Notice Date is- Sep 17 2007 saying that my case is transferred to NSC
Now I am confused,
Which one should I consider as actual I 485 receipt date
July 10th (Original Receipt Receive Date) or Sep 12th (Transfer Notice Receive Date)
Please somebody help me, As I planning to use AC21 on Jan 10 2008, Thanks in Advance...
I received my original I 485 receipt on which my receipt date is - July 10 2007 and Notice Date is - Sep 12 2007 from CSC(even though I applied to NSC)
After one week I have received Transfer Notice from CSC on which receipt date is - Sep 12 2007 and Notice Date is- Sep 17 2007 saying that my case is transferred to NSC
Now I am confused,
Which one should I consider as actual I 485 receipt date
July 10th (Original Receipt Receive Date) or Sep 12th (Transfer Notice Receive Date)
Please somebody help me, As I planning to use AC21 on Jan 10 2008, Thanks in Advance...
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martinvisalaw
07-08 07:10 PM
See the answers below, IN CAPS
I have couple of questions regarding timeperiod for which I can stay outside US while my I-485 is pending . I had to undergo a re-do surgery of my back in India and was adviced complete bed rest till it heals due to which I am outside US since Jan ending till date
1) Will it effect my GC application as some say its not good to stay more than 180 days outside US continously.
NO, IT SHOULD HAVE NO EFFECT. THE 180 DAY RULE IS MORE RELEVANT AFTER YOU BECOME A PERMANENT RESIDENT. IN THAT CASE IT IS BETTER NOR TO STAY OUTSIDE THE US FOR 180 DAYS.
2) I am on H1 status will it be a issue at POE to have gone for this long
IT MIGHT. I RECOMMEND CARRYING A LETTER FROM THE H-1B EMPLOYER CONFIRMING THAT YOUR JOB IS STILL OPEN FOR YOU.
3) What docs should I be carrying to awnser questions at POE.Is client letter mandatory or continued employment letter and I797 good
SEE ABOVE.
Kindly let me know your advice in this case
I have couple of questions regarding timeperiod for which I can stay outside US while my I-485 is pending . I had to undergo a re-do surgery of my back in India and was adviced complete bed rest till it heals due to which I am outside US since Jan ending till date
1) Will it effect my GC application as some say its not good to stay more than 180 days outside US continously.
NO, IT SHOULD HAVE NO EFFECT. THE 180 DAY RULE IS MORE RELEVANT AFTER YOU BECOME A PERMANENT RESIDENT. IN THAT CASE IT IS BETTER NOR TO STAY OUTSIDE THE US FOR 180 DAYS.
2) I am on H1 status will it be a issue at POE to have gone for this long
IT MIGHT. I RECOMMEND CARRYING A LETTER FROM THE H-1B EMPLOYER CONFIRMING THAT YOUR JOB IS STILL OPEN FOR YOU.
3) What docs should I be carrying to awnser questions at POE.Is client letter mandatory or continued employment letter and I797 good
SEE ABOVE.
Kindly let me know your advice in this case
zCool
07-18 11:25 PM
This is a simple and straightforward case.
Rules are: You are allowed to change the company but you should be in "same or similar" position.
Your new company will have to agree to continue to support the existing green card process i.e. they may have to give employment verification letter if and when asked by USCIS..
All in all I think you are in the safe..
Rules are: You are allowed to change the company but you should be in "same or similar" position.
Your new company will have to agree to continue to support the existing green card process i.e. they may have to give employment verification letter if and when asked by USCIS..
All in all I think you are in the safe..
reapit
08-08 02:55 AM
Hello,
I needed your advise whether i have a case to file an APPEAL to USCIS granting me 1 yr H1 extension (beyond 6th Yr) instead of 3 yr extension.?
Recently my 7th yr extension was approved for 1 year in Jul'09 with petition valid date till june'09 (date in the past) . At the time of filling the 7th yr extension, my I140 was not approved but during the processing of my h1 extension my I140 got approved and i had sent the approval copy along with an RFE i recieved in May'09.
Let me give my case background in details.
* LC applied in oct'07
* I-140 applied in May'08 after LC approval
* 6th yr on H1 ended in June 08
* had to return India since my LC < 1 yr and I-140 was not approved
* Employer based on an attorney's advise suggested to apply my 7th yr extension from India once my LC is one yr old (i.e. Oct'08)
� Mar09- applied 7th yr extension based on Approved LC (> 1 yr old ) and applied I-140
� Apr09- I-140 approved
� May09 � Received RFE on H1 extension, replied along with a copy of Approved I-140 hoping to get 3 yrs extension
� Jul09 � Received approval on H1X extension for 1 year with petition valid till Jun'09 (1 yr extension)
Appreciate your advise on the same.
Thanks,
Bikash
I needed your advise whether i have a case to file an APPEAL to USCIS granting me 1 yr H1 extension (beyond 6th Yr) instead of 3 yr extension.?
Recently my 7th yr extension was approved for 1 year in Jul'09 with petition valid date till june'09 (date in the past) . At the time of filling the 7th yr extension, my I140 was not approved but during the processing of my h1 extension my I140 got approved and i had sent the approval copy along with an RFE i recieved in May'09.
Let me give my case background in details.
* LC applied in oct'07
* I-140 applied in May'08 after LC approval
* 6th yr on H1 ended in June 08
* had to return India since my LC < 1 yr and I-140 was not approved
* Employer based on an attorney's advise suggested to apply my 7th yr extension from India once my LC is one yr old (i.e. Oct'08)
� Mar09- applied 7th yr extension based on Approved LC (> 1 yr old ) and applied I-140
� Apr09- I-140 approved
� May09 � Received RFE on H1 extension, replied along with a copy of Approved I-140 hoping to get 3 yrs extension
� Jul09 � Received approval on H1X extension for 1 year with petition valid till Jun'09 (1 yr extension)
Appreciate your advise on the same.
Thanks,
Bikash
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