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09-09 07:30 PM
Immigration Visa Attorney Blog Has Just Posted the Following:
http://www.immigrationvisaattorneyblog.com/177934_bus_queue_v.jpgMajor news for relatives of legal permanent residents who have been patiently waiting for their petitions to become current. The Department of State reported in the September 2010 visa bulletin (http://www.travel.state.gov/visa/bulletin/bulletin_5113.html) that applicants who are spouses or children of greencard holders (filed as late as January 1, 2010) can now be processed for greencards. This is true for applicants from all countries except Mexico and the Dominican Republic, whose priority dates aren't far behind either: January 1, 2009.
What is a a "priority date," you ask? A "priority date" is a legal term of art that can be exceedingly hard to explain (especially in a blog), but I'll try. Let's start with basics. There is a quota on how many immigrants can come legally to the country per year. Imagine the quota like it is a long line of people lining up for a greencard. The people at the front of the line are those whose relative petitions were filed earliest, ie those with the earliest "priority date." A priority date is established on the date that your petition is received by the USCIS. Of course, the earlier your priority date, the sooner you can later ask for greencard status. Generally, priority dates always move forward, but these dates can also go backwards, and if applications aren't received by USCIS before this "retrogression" happens, applicants are back to the waiting game.
In the past month, the (F2A) priority date in the the family-based second preference category (ie for spouses and children of greencard holders) advanced from March 2009 to January 2010! This has made an incredible difference to those who have been waiting to be reunited with their spouses and children, rather than expecting a year or more of wait, this category of new immigrants can now start processing their greencard applications. If you would like assistance in making sure that your application can be made as quickly as possible, contact the attorneys at Fong & Chun, LLP before those dates retrogress. --ecf
More... (http://www.immigrationvisaattorneyblog.com/2010/09/relatives-of-permanent-residen.html)
http://www.immigrationvisaattorneyblog.com/177934_bus_queue_v.jpgMajor news for relatives of legal permanent residents who have been patiently waiting for their petitions to become current. The Department of State reported in the September 2010 visa bulletin (http://www.travel.state.gov/visa/bulletin/bulletin_5113.html) that applicants who are spouses or children of greencard holders (filed as late as January 1, 2010) can now be processed for greencards. This is true for applicants from all countries except Mexico and the Dominican Republic, whose priority dates aren't far behind either: January 1, 2009.
What is a a "priority date," you ask? A "priority date" is a legal term of art that can be exceedingly hard to explain (especially in a blog), but I'll try. Let's start with basics. There is a quota on how many immigrants can come legally to the country per year. Imagine the quota like it is a long line of people lining up for a greencard. The people at the front of the line are those whose relative petitions were filed earliest, ie those with the earliest "priority date." A priority date is established on the date that your petition is received by the USCIS. Of course, the earlier your priority date, the sooner you can later ask for greencard status. Generally, priority dates always move forward, but these dates can also go backwards, and if applications aren't received by USCIS before this "retrogression" happens, applicants are back to the waiting game.
In the past month, the (F2A) priority date in the the family-based second preference category (ie for spouses and children of greencard holders) advanced from March 2009 to January 2010! This has made an incredible difference to those who have been waiting to be reunited with their spouses and children, rather than expecting a year or more of wait, this category of new immigrants can now start processing their greencard applications. If you would like assistance in making sure that your application can be made as quickly as possible, contact the attorneys at Fong & Chun, LLP before those dates retrogress. --ecf
More... (http://www.immigrationvisaattorneyblog.com/2010/09/relatives-of-permanent-residen.html)
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caprianurag
11-06 09:27 AM
Hi Guys
I got two LUD's after FP.
What does that signify?
How do I know when my application has been sent to FBI for namecheck?
Thanks
-AJ
I got two LUD's after FP.
What does that signify?
How do I know when my application has been sent to FBI for namecheck?
Thanks
-AJ
MYGC2008
01-16 12:02 PM
Hi,
Please help me.
I am in the process of inviting my parents to US. Is one I-134 is sufficient OR Should I send seperate I-134 for each of them?
Thanks
Please help me.
I am in the process of inviting my parents to US. Is one I-134 is sufficient OR Should I send seperate I-134 for each of them?
Thanks
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immilaw
09-13 01:21 PM
I don't see a reason why premium processing will lead to rejection. Certainly that is not the case with H-1B. Infact 2-3 years back H-1B premium processing had 0.5% higher approval rate than regular H-1B.
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hemya
10-29 01:03 PM
My lawyer charges $500!!
SBH
01-11 08:33 AM
please reply..
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waiting4gc02
10-12 03:05 PM
WRONG!!! What date did Fed Ex (or any carrier) leave ur pkg at the Service Center? That's when ur 6-month countdown begins.
So that means it starts prior to Dec'9th for my case..????
So that means it starts prior to Dec'9th for my case..????
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roseball
08-04 01:09 PM
Hello I am leaving for India in two days and have still not received my H1B approval. The receipt date is May 19th 2009. It is being processed at the CA center, is there anything I can to do get it soon.
It was a regular processing one, not the Premium processing one.
Help please!!!!
I am not sure what kind of help you are expecting from members. It seems you already are aware of Premium Processing (PP) service. If you had travel plans, you should have filed H1 under PP and not under regular processing. Anyways, you can upgrade your pending H1 to PP now by filing a form I-907 along with a copy of H1 receipt notice. But I dont think you will get your approval in the next 2 days. It usually takes atleast a week to 10 days to get it, that if its approved with no RFEs.
It was a regular processing one, not the Premium processing one.
Help please!!!!
I am not sure what kind of help you are expecting from members. It seems you already are aware of Premium Processing (PP) service. If you had travel plans, you should have filed H1 under PP and not under regular processing. Anyways, you can upgrade your pending H1 to PP now by filing a form I-907 along with a copy of H1 receipt notice. But I dont think you will get your approval in the next 2 days. It usually takes atleast a week to 10 days to get it, that if its approved with no RFEs.
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GSingh
06-19 01:01 AM
Folks,
How long does it takes to get an Advanced Parole documents after filing I485?
Will it be safe to file I485 and AP/EAD if I am planning to go to India in next 4 or 5 months?
Thanks
Contributed $ 200
How long does it takes to get an Advanced Parole documents after filing I485?
Will it be safe to file I485 and AP/EAD if I am planning to go to India in next 4 or 5 months?
Thanks
Contributed $ 200
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Lasantha
10-12 02:52 PM
I just got my labor approved for Masters degree and 3 years exp.
I have 3 years B.Sc degree and 3 years MCA degree from India and my education eval. shows it as equivalent to MS in computer Science.
In form ETA 750, under section 14, I have following data
College degree required:
Master of Science
Major field of study
Comp Sci/Engg,Info Sys Engg
Experience
3 years
Other fields under section 14 and 15 are blank.
RIR Advertisement has mentioned following
" Must have MS in Computer Science or Engineering, Information Systems Engineering or foreign degree equivalent with 3 years of relevant work experience."
I am little confused about "College degree required:" field. It only says "Master of Science". Should it be "Master of Science Or foreign equivalent"?
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I don't want to scare you, but I think the words "or foreign equivelant" is required unless you have a US degree.
Please speak to your attorney about this.
( Experts plaese correct me if I am wrong)
I have 3 years B.Sc degree and 3 years MCA degree from India and my education eval. shows it as equivalent to MS in computer Science.
In form ETA 750, under section 14, I have following data
College degree required:
Master of Science
Major field of study
Comp Sci/Engg,Info Sys Engg
Experience
3 years
Other fields under section 14 and 15 are blank.
RIR Advertisement has mentioned following
" Must have MS in Computer Science or Engineering, Information Systems Engineering or foreign degree equivalent with 3 years of relevant work experience."
I am little confused about "College degree required:" field. It only says "Master of Science". Should it be "Master of Science Or foreign equivalent"?
Edit/Delete Message
I don't want to scare you, but I think the words "or foreign equivelant" is required unless you have a US degree.
Please speak to your attorney about this.
( Experts plaese correct me if I am wrong)
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GC_1000Watt
07-08 12:26 PM
Priority Date: Jan 2006
Category: EB3
I-140 Approved: Aug 2006
I-485 Filled: July 2007
I have a new job offer and the employer is willing to sponsor my GC in EB2 category. The job requires BS+5 years experience which I have.
Question: If the old employer revokes my I-140 before the new employer files new PERM and I-140 under EB2 category, can I still port my EB3 priority date to EB2?
According to a well known lawyer in LA area, you can port dates even if your 140 is revoked by your employer. The only possible cause not allowing you to port dates would be revoking of your 140 by USCIS if they feel there was a fraud in your case.
Good luck!
Category: EB3
I-140 Approved: Aug 2006
I-485 Filled: July 2007
I have a new job offer and the employer is willing to sponsor my GC in EB2 category. The job requires BS+5 years experience which I have.
Question: If the old employer revokes my I-140 before the new employer files new PERM and I-140 under EB2 category, can I still port my EB3 priority date to EB2?
According to a well known lawyer in LA area, you can port dates even if your 140 is revoked by your employer. The only possible cause not allowing you to port dates would be revoking of your 140 by USCIS if they feel there was a fraud in your case.
Good luck!
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gcwait2007
10-14 10:27 AM
I have applied AP for my family 3 weeks before. My wife needs to go India by end of next month. If AP approval doesn't come to our hand by next month, can she leave the country? If she shouldn't, what are the alternate options? I appreciate your help.
It is not advisable for her to leave the country without AP on hand. It is a risky proposition. Normally USCIS checks internally the resident status of the person and if they come to know that she left the country already, they may say/ consider that she left USA with the intention of abandoning her AOS case and issue denial for her I-485.
PS: You can encourage me to contribute more to the forum by awarding Green points, if you find this post as useful and informative.
It is not advisable for her to leave the country without AP on hand. It is a risky proposition. Normally USCIS checks internally the resident status of the person and if they come to know that she left the country already, they may say/ consider that she left USA with the intention of abandoning her AOS case and issue denial for her I-485.
PS: You can encourage me to contribute more to the forum by awarding Green points, if you find this post as useful and informative.
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joydiptac
07-23 03:39 AM
Hello,
Wondering if anyone has a ecommerce online retail business , would be wonderful to exchange ideas and help each other.
Please PM Me.
Note - I DO NOT IN ANYWAY INTEND TO GET CONNECTED WITH AMWAY FOLKS,Amyway guys please excuse.
If you are looking for a ready-made solution - Volusions and a few other options are out there.
If you are computer savvy you can also use Drupal and other pre-built solutions and customize using smart cart and payment processing packages.
Writing everything from scratch may be a waste of time if online retail is your goal.
HTH
Wondering if anyone has a ecommerce online retail business , would be wonderful to exchange ideas and help each other.
Please PM Me.
Note - I DO NOT IN ANYWAY INTEND TO GET CONNECTED WITH AMWAY FOLKS,Amyway guys please excuse.
If you are looking for a ready-made solution - Volusions and a few other options are out there.
If you are computer savvy you can also use Drupal and other pre-built solutions and customize using smart cart and payment processing packages.
Writing everything from scratch may be a waste of time if online retail is your goal.
HTH
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amitpan007
10-10 11:35 AM
I did it about 10 days before scheduled date in July. Went around 2 PM. The guy at front desk was reluctant but let me in due to my case being genuine pregnancy after discussing with supervisor.
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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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GCMATRIX
08-01 05:43 PM
I received my EAD on 22nd July and in online status it still pending .Though I got to hard lud on my Wife's EAD " Card Production Ordered) . But my status still pending though I received the physical card
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willgetgc2005
05-06 10:09 AM
Hello,
The original labor approval is lost by Attorney, how ever he has the copy of the approval. He says we can file I-140 with copy. Any one has had this situation ? What is your experience doing this ?
Thank You
The original labor approval is lost by Attorney, how ever he has the copy of the approval. He says we can file I-140 with copy. Any one has had this situation ? What is your experience doing this ?
Thank You
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leoindiano
11-08 09:19 PM
Congratulations,
I had sent a letter yesterday to following address...
Secretary Janet Napolitano
Department of Homeland Security
US Department of Homeland Security
Washington DC 20528
Is that the correct address??
I had sent a letter yesterday to following address...
Secretary Janet Napolitano
Department of Homeland Security
US Department of Homeland Security
Washington DC 20528
Is that the correct address??
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ski_dude12
10-24 08:10 PM
http://www.hindu.com/2008/10/24/stories/2008102458770100.htm
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smuggymba
10-06 12:00 AM
LOL. never heard of this. I guess it's still on.
waiting4gc02
02-28 02:33 PM
On the VFS site it lists the following docs:
Spouse / Dependent Children
1. Passport, visa fee receipt issued by HDFC Bank and interview appointment letter.
2. The original Notice of Action Form I-797 of the Principal Applicant.
3. Form I-129 (if Form I-797 is a blanket permit, copy of Form I-797 and I-129) of the Principal Applicant, and letter from employer that describes the relationship with the Principal Applicant and the purpose of travel.
4. Photocopy of the Principal Applicant�s valid visa (if applying separately).
5. Original Marriage Certificate (for spouse) along with your entire wedding photo album.
6. Original Birth certificate (for each child).
The one that stands out is #4.
Since I am in the US and have NOT gone for Visa Stamping, how can we furnish this..??
Thanks
Spouse / Dependent Children
1. Passport, visa fee receipt issued by HDFC Bank and interview appointment letter.
2. The original Notice of Action Form I-797 of the Principal Applicant.
3. Form I-129 (if Form I-797 is a blanket permit, copy of Form I-797 and I-129) of the Principal Applicant, and letter from employer that describes the relationship with the Principal Applicant and the purpose of travel.
4. Photocopy of the Principal Applicant�s valid visa (if applying separately).
5. Original Marriage Certificate (for spouse) along with your entire wedding photo album.
6. Original Birth certificate (for each child).
The one that stands out is #4.
Since I am in the US and have NOT gone for Visa Stamping, how can we furnish this..??
Thanks
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