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Visa Bulletin for July 2014
This bulletin summarizes the availability of immigrant numbers during July. Consular officers are required to report to the Department of State documentarily qualified applicants for numerically limited visas; U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services in the Department of Homeland Security reports applicants for adjustment of status.
NIW Experience - Very Encouraging
Dear all
I came to the USA from New Delhi, India with a Master's in Microbiology in 1992 - to pursue a Ph.D. in Biochemistry / Molecular biology specializing in protein engineering. In 2000, started a post doc- 7 months at Brigham and Women's hospital - did not get along with the indian jerk of a boss so changed to the main Harvard medical School quad under a fantastic caucasian post doc mentor and a very good friend, a very liberal democrat (Go John Kerry).
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Grace Period - Using Tourist Visa After Quitting A Job
I am here on an H-1B and I am looking at quitting my job very soon to leave the country. I am aware there is no grace period for quitting on an H-1B and I don't have a choice but to work till the last day. I do however have a tourist visa that is valid until 2016. Can I quit my job earlier and still stay a week on the account of the tourist visa to pack up and leave; or would the tourist visa have to be activated only be re-entering?
It has to be "activated." Note that under the circumstances reentry and hence "reactivation" is likely to be difficult.
DOL PERM and Prevailing Wage Determination Processing Times Updated
The processing times has been updated for PERM and NPWC. Please check the links below.
AAO Processing Times as of May 1, 2014
This chart shows the average amount of time it takes to receive a decision in a particular type of case after the case file is received by the AAO. Processing times are directly related to the volume of cases received.
Arrival/Departure History Now Available on I-94 Webpage
Customs and Border Protection launched a new webpage on May 1 that offers nonimmigrant U.S. visitors access to their I-94 arrival/departure record and their arrival/departure history.
Temporary Protected Status Re-registration Period Extended for Haitian Nationals
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is extending the re-registration deadline from May 2, 2014 to July 22, 2014 for Haitian nationals who have already been granted Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and seek to maintain that status for an additional 18 months.
USCIS strongly encourages Haitian TPS beneficiaries to apply as soon as possible.
I-140 Pending Approval
I am currently on second year of my H-1B. My PERM is approved with a priority date of March 2013; I-140 is filed and pending approval. I am hoping this would be approved in July 2014. My question is I am planning to switch employer. Can I carry over my priority date with new employer? If so, are there any conditions like minimum period to wait after I-140 is approved to carry over the Priority dates to new employer?
The priority date is yours the mom
Green Card for Artists
How can a artist get a green card?
Basically two ways: through a job offer in your field OR through your own qualifications, but only if you are nationally or internationally famous.
DOS Releases Data on Immigrant and Nonimmigrant Visa Ineligibilities
DOS releases chart on Immigrant and Nonimmigrant Visa Ineligibilities. Please find the attached chart below.
Tips for Filing Form N-400, Application for Naturalization
On February 4, 2014, USCIS published a revised Form N-400 (Rev. 9/13/13), Application for Naturalization. When you fill out your Form N-400, you must complete every section and answer every question as completely as you can.
Immigrant Fee Payment: Tips on Finding Your A-Number and DOS Case ID
If you are immigrating to the United States, and you will be admitted as a lawful permanent resident, you must pay a $165 USCIS Immigrant Fee. You must pay this fee online using the USCIS Electronic Immigration System (USCIS ELIS). We strongly encourage you to pay this fee after you receive your immigrant visa packet from the U.S.
Applications for the FY 2014 Citizenship and Integration Grant Program Due by May 16
On April 1, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) began accepting applications for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2014 Citizenship and Integration Grant Program, a competitive grant opportunity for public or non-profit organizations which promotes immigrant civic integration and prepares permanent residents for citizenship. Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. EDT on May 16, 2014.
Updated Employment-Based I-485 Inventory as of 4/1/ 2014
The Employment-Based I-485 Inventory pending at the Service Centers and Field Offices has been updated as of 4/1/ 2014.