We obtained an O1 for an applicant who achieved a Master in Bonsai technique. He had apprenticed under one of the premier experts in Japan. We offered letters from field experts praising the applicant's work and noting his extraordinary artistic abilities. We also provided documentation of the applicant's participation as a trade show "featured artist" which is an honor only bestowed on the very best in the field.
We won this case with an applicant having over fourteen years of research experience in major industry. We were able to provide 7 letters of recommendation from internationally known scientists. This applicant made great strides in the advancements in hepatitis C research . His work was admired worldwide.
We won this case for an applicant with over twelve years research experience. We were able to provide evidence to reflect the multiple contributions to the metallurgy and metal physics industry made by the applicant. He was the recipient of numerous international awards. He was also a member of many prestigious professional societies.
This individual acted as a judge of the work of his research peers. We were able to provide 12 letters of recommendation reflecting the innovative work performed by this applicant. We also provide evidence to show the extensive citations of his findings. He had over eleven years of research experience and was world-renowned.
Published by: The Daily Californian - September 04, 2025
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Approximately 2.1 million foreign students are enrolled in an F, J, or I program, with an estimated 414,000 individuals requesting extensions annually, as reported by the Law Offices of Rajiv S. Khanna.
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This bulletin summarizes the availability of immigrant numbers during October for: “Final Action Dates” and “Dates for Filing Applications,” indicating when immigrant visa applicants should be notified to assemble and submit required documentation to the National Visa Center.
Number 7
Volume XI
Washington, D.C
A. STATUTORY NUMBERS FOR PREFERENCE IMMIGRANT VISAS
This bulletin summarizes the availability of immigrant numbers during October for: “Final Action Dates” and “Dates for Filing Applications,” indicating when immigrant visa applicants should be notified to assemble and submit required documentation to the National Visa Center.
Release Date
09/17/2025
Changes to naturalization civics test better assess applicants’ knowledge of U.S. history and government
Rajiv S. Khanna, US Immigration attorney, provides free immigration help by hosting a free community conference call for US immigration-related questions every Thursday. You can post questions for the call if you are a member of our US Immigration forums. Membership is immediate and lifelong. Walk-ins are also permitted.
Rajiv S. Khanna, US Immigration attorney, provides free immigration help by hosting a free community conference call for US immigration-related questions every Thursday. You can post questions for the call if you are a member of our US Immigration forums. Membership is immediate and lifelong. Walk-ins are also permitted.
| Processing Queue | Priority Date |
|---|---|
| Analyst Review | June 2024 |
| Audit Review | N/A |
| Reconsideration Request to the CO | July 2025 |
Published by: The Times of India - September 23, 2025
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Critics, however, caution that the new initiative could have unintended consequences. Speaking to TOI, Rajiv S. Khanna, managing attorney at Immigration.com, said that while the goal of protecting American workers is “laudable,” the initiative risks overreach.
Given the Proclamation's requirement for a $100,000 payment for new H-1B visa petitions, what are the primary legal and operational challenges for U.S. employers, and what legal strategies are available to mitigate potential adverse impacts on staffing and business operations?
On Friday, Sept. 19, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed a Proclamation, "Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers," that took an important, initial, and incremental step to reform the H-1B visa program to curb abuses and protect American workers.
This Proclamation:
We won this case for the applicant who had an extensive publication record with over 40 publications at the time of filing. The recommendation letters noted his extraordinary talents and unique background as well as his vast knowledge in optical telecommunications. This applicant was requested to review for a world-renowned electrical engineering professional society journal.
Rajiv S. Khanna, US Immigration attorney, provides free immigration help by hosting a free community conference call for US immigration-related questions every Thursday. You can post questions for the call if you are a member of our US Immigration forums. Membership is immediate and lifelong. Walk-ins are also permitted.
Release Date09/26/2025
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is issuing guidance to explain that uncharacterized discharges that occurred on or after Aug. 1, 2024, do not meet the requirement of a separation “under honorable conditions” for former alien service members to naturalize under Sections 328 and 329 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA).
Published by: The Times of India - September 30, 2025
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Rajiv S. Khanna, US Immigration attorney, provides free immigration help by hosting a free community conference call for US immigration-related questions every Thursday. You can post questions for the call if you are a member of our US Immigration forums. Membership is immediate and lifelong. Walk-ins are also permitted.
Published by: The South China Morning Post -23 September, 2025
Quotes and Excerpts from Rajiv in the article:
“The imposition of a US$100,000 fee on H-1B visas represents an unprecedented shift in US immigration policy,” said Rajiv Khanna, a US lawyer providing immigration advisory services to global clients.