Guestbook Entry for Neesha , United States
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Neesha
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United States
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NJ
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Guestbook Entry for Ajay Patil , United States
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Ajay Patil
Country
United States
State
CA
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I started my GC process in March 2003 in EB2 RIR.Got LC and now I-140 approved(within 4 working days).Would like to sincerely thank Subha,Mathew,Tarun and Roopa for diligently working on my case.
I'm really happy that I choose Rajiv Khanna's firm for my GC.
Guestbook Entry for Murali Hariharan , United States
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Murali Hariharan
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United States
State
Connecticut
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Thanks: For expertly filing(case handled by Vijay Durgam)my LC application. Approved cleanly in 2 years.!!!! March 05 to Feb 07
Guestbook Entry for Lukasz , United States
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Lukasz
Country
United States
State
NJ
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My and my wife's I-485 has been approved last week (PD 07/2005) without any RFE. I'd like to express my thanks to Rajiv Khanna's office for making my PR finally come true.
Guestbook Entry for Alan Krishnan , United States
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Alan Krishnan
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United States
State
VA
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I used Rajiv Khanna team services in 1998-2000 to process several H1 and GC cases for my employees in Indus Corporation, and received very good and professional services. I would recommend their services without any hesitation
Guestbook Entry for Mohan Chukkapalli , United States
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Mohan Chukkapalli
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United States
State
NJ
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Khanna's firm did a thorough, expeditious job of the recruitment and coaching my company's HR dept - specifically, Vijay Durgam who was the case worker on my file. I got approval in less than 20 days. Thanks!
AAO Processing Times (July - September 2024)
| Form Type | Case Type | Completed 0-180 Days | Quarterly Completions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cumulative total of all completions |
84.0% |
1,352 |
Immigration Law
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PERM Processing Times (as of 11/01/2024)
| Processing Queue | Priority Date |
|---|---|
| Analyst Review | August 2023 |
| Audit Review | December 2022 |
| Reconsideration Request to the CO | June 2024 |
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Green Card
Immigration Law
H-1B grace period eligibility after second layoff and B-1/B-2 visa options for job search
Question details
I got laid off on H1B in my previous company but found and started a job in a new company within a 60-day grace period. Again, the current company has provided a notice period for layoff. Will I get a 60-day grace period again this time?
How easy it is to get a B1/B2 to find a job after a layoff.
FAQ Transcript
If you experience a layoff while on H-1B status, you receive a 60-day grace period. If you secure a new H-1B approval and face another layoff, you'll receive a fresh 60-day grace period. This applies to H-1B transfers and extensions. As for obtaining a B-1/B-2 visa for job searching after a layoff, while there's no official measure of difficulty, the approval rates appear to be consistently positive, with no reported denials.
GC approval before AC21 Supplement J could be filed
Question details
My I-485 was pending for 9 months (concurrent filing), and I worked all these years (4 years) with my sponsoring employer. My I-140 was approved 4 months ago, and I received EAD and AP as well. At the end of 8 months, I resigned from my employer to take advantage of AC21 (moving to a similar position) and was on notice period. My new employer was ready to file I-485J when asked by USCIS. During my last working week with my sponsoring employer, my 485 got approved, and I received my GC. Can you please advise on what kind of documentation I need to get from my new employer to help with any future naturalization process since I can't file I-485J as my case has been approved?
FAQ Transcript
To ensure compliance and maintain proper documentation, I recommend gathering your proof of employment with the sponsoring employer when your green card was approved. It's important to request written confirmation from your new employer showing they were prepared to file Supplement J before your transition. Keep any prepared Form I-485 Supplement J documentation, even if it wasn't filed due to the timing of your green card approval. Additionally, maintain detailed job descriptions from both positions to demonstrate they were "same or similar" positions as required by immigration law. Store all these documents securely for the long term, as you may need them during the naturalization process to verify compliance. This documentation will help protect you and demonstrate that you followed proper procedures during your employment transition, even though the green card approval occurred before Form I-485 Supplement J could be filed.
USCIS - Forms N-648 and I-407 Updated
USCIS recently updated the following forms:
Form N-648, Medical Certification for Disability Exceptions
09/25/2024 12:11 PM EDT
Edition Date: 09/25/24. Starting Jan. 6, 2025, USCIS will accept only the 09/25/24 edition. Until then, you can also use the 08/19/22 edition. You can find the edition date at the bottom of the page on the form and instructions.
Form I-407, Record of Abandonment of Lawful Permanent Resident Status
09/25/2024 10:40 AM EDT
Visa Bulletin For December 2024
Number 96
Volume X
Washington, D.C
A. STATUTORY NUMBERS FOR PREFERENCE IMMIGRANT VISAS
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Green Card
Immigration Law
Recording for November 07, 2024 Conference Call with Rajiv S. Khanna
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Rajiv's Comments in the News - Tough days ahead for international students in US: Will OPT and visa duration be curtailed?
Published by: The Times of India: Nov 07, 2024
https://tinyurl.com/7aj34mx4
Quotes and Excerpts from Rajiv in the article:
Rajiv's Comments in the News - No more automatic citizenship for children in US? What Trump's victory could mean for Indians queuing for green card
Published by: The Economic Times: Nov 06, 2024
https://tinyurl.com/r5t6dtmk
Quotes and Excerpts from Rajiv in the article:
What does the order mean?
“The Trump plan suggests no automatic citizenship for children born in the US. This is almost certainly a contravention of the 14th Amendment of the US Constitution. A Supreme Court judgement is available to counter Trump’s misinterpretation," Rajiv S. Khanna, immigration attorney told TOI.
Rajiv's Comments in the News - Citizenship by birth to be curtailed by incoming US President Trump, will impact 1 million Indians in green card queue
Published by: The Times of India: Nov 07, 2024
https://tinyurl.com/2j3ybacf
Quotes and Excerpts from Rajiv in the article:
Rajiv S. Khanna, immigration attorney told TOI, “The Trump plan suggests no automatic citizenship for children born in the US. This is almost certainly a contravention of the 14th Amendment of the US Constitution. A Supreme Court judgement is available to counter Trump’s misinterpretation. “
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USCIS Updates Guidance on Determining Custody for Children Acquiring U.S. Citizenship
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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration and Services is issuing guidance regarding the legal and physical custody requirements for purposes of acquisition of U.S. citizenship under section 320 and naturalization under section 322 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). USCIS is also expanding guidance on derivation of citizenship before the Child Citizenship Act of 2000, under former INA section 321.
USCIS Updates Guidance on Lawful Admission for Permanent Residence Requirement for Naturalization
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is issuing policy guidance in the USCIS Policy Manual to clarify that a naturalization applicant’s burden to demonstrate they have been lawfully admitted for permanent residence applies only to their initial admission as a lawful permanent resident (LPR) or adjustment to LPR status.
Rajiv's Comments in the News - Trump's New Immigration Policy: 1 Million Indians in Green Card Backlog Face Citizenship Crisis
Published by: The Vocal News - Nov 06, 2024
https://thevocalnews.com/world/trump-immigration-policy-green-card-back…
Quotes and Excerpts from Rajiv in the article:
It will run into the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution which grants citizenship to all children born on U.S. soil. This has been interpreted by the Supreme Court and legal challenges will certainly come," said Rajiv S. Khanna, immigration attorney, Times of India.
Rajiv's Comments in the News - Bad news for 10 lakh Indians as Donald Trump set to curtail...
Published by: MSN news: Nov 06, 2024
https://tinyurl.com/y9hzh8v9
Quotes and Excerpts from Rajiv in the article:
Talking exclusively to the Times of India, Rajiv S. Khanna, immigration attorney said, "The Trump plan suggests no automatic citizenship for children born in the US. This is almost certainly a contravention of the 14th Amendment of the US Constitution. A Supreme Court judgement is available to counter Trump's misinterpretation. "
Rajiv's Comments in the News -Donald Trump’s birthright citizenship move may affect 1.6 million Indian-Americans
Published by: News9 Live: Nov 06, 2024
https://tinyurl.com/ymfkj4xy
Quotes and Excerpts from Rajiv in the article:
Immigration advocates argue that this plan directly violates the 14th Amendment and is likely to face legal challenges. Rajiv S. Khanna believes the order is a misinterpretation of the Constitution and will be overturned in court, The Times of India reported.
Rajiv's Comments in the News - Trump 2.0 to end citizenship by birth on Day 1? Should over 1 million Indians in Green Card backlog be worried
Published by: Asianet Newsable - Nov 12, 2024
https://tinyurl.com/uzhyddkw
Quotes and Excerpts from Rajiv in the article:
“The Trump plan suggests no automatic citizenship for children born in the US. This is almost certainly a contravention of the 14th Amendment of the US Constitution. A Supreme Court judgement is available to counter Trump’s misinterpretation," Rajiv S. Khanna, an immigration attorney, was quoted as saying in the TOI report.
Rajiv's Comments in the News - Donald Trump's Comeback Worries Immigrants Over Birthright Citizenship; How It Will Impact Indians | Explained
Published by: English Jagran: Nov 07, 2024
https://tinyurl.com/7e74fme8
Quotes and Excerpts from Rajiv in the article:
Rajiv S Khanna, an immigration attorney, as quoted by Times of India, said, "The Trump plan suggests no automatic citizenship for children born in the US. This is almost certainly a contravention of the 14th Amendment of the US Constitution. A Supreme Court judgement is available to counter Trump’s misinterpretation."
Rajiv's Comments in the News - Bad news for over 1 MILLION Indians as Donald Trump set to bring new law, to curtail…
Published by: India.Com: Nov 07, 2024
https://tinyurl.com/bdzf79xj
Quotes and Excerpts from Rajiv in the article:
Talking exclusively to the Times of India, Rajiv S. Khanna, immigration attorney said, “The Trump plan suggests no automatic citizenship for children born in the US. This is almost certainly a contravention of the 14th Amendment of the US Constitution. A Supreme Court judgement is available to counter Trump’s misinterpretation.
I work in the HR department at an IT consulting firm. We needed to get an employee on board to begin a project, but first needed to transfer his visa. Dan and Anna helped make the process extremely smooth, not to mention quick. It was a pleasure to work with both of them.