Mandatory questions on the DS-160
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Are all questions on the DS-160 mandatory?
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Guestbook Entry for Smitha , United States
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Smitha
Country
United States
State
OH
DOL Published Federal Register Notice Announces an Amendment to the Appendix B.1 of the ETA Form
The Department has published in the Federal Register a notice announcing an amendment to the Appendix B.1 of the ETA Form 9142, Application for Temporary Employment Certification. The amendment reflects an employer's obligation to pay a prevailing wage determined under the new prevailing wage methodology promulgated by the Wage Methodology for the Temporary Non-agricultural Employment H-2B Program Final Rule, which published in the Federal Register on January 19, 2011, and applies to wages paid for work performed on or after January 1, 2012.
CIS Ombudsman Announces Teleconference on "Application Processing Times A Conversation with USCIS"
April 27, 2011, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EST
The Ombudsman's Office invites you to participate in a public teleconference on "Application Processing Times: A Conversation with USCIS." The Ombudsman's Office will interview guest speakers from USCIS' Office of Performance and Quality on the ins and outs of posting processing times and will reserve time for your questions, comments, and suggestions.
To participate, please RSVP to cisombudsman.publicaffairs@dhs.gov.
Guestbook Entry for Jitendra Chaudhary, United States
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Jitendra Chaudhary
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United States
State
Texas
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Great Help, Keep up the good work.
Guestbook Entry for Saurabh Gupta, United States
Name
Saurabh Gupta
Country
United States
State
NJ
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Rajiv was really helpful. He patiently heard my issue and gave to the point resolutions. I strongly recommend him.
USCIS Publishes Interim Memo For Comment On Recommending Revocation Of US Passport
USCIS interim memo for comment provides procedural guidance for USCIS employees on making requests for the revocation of U.S. Passports to State Department. The memo is in effect until further notice. Comments are due 5/5/11.
Please check the attachment to see the Interim Memo.
DOS Publishes Interim Final Rule And Comment Request On Summer Work Travel
[Federal Register: April 26, 2011 (Volume 76, Number 80)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Page 23177-23185]
From the Federal Register Online via GPO Access [wais.access.gpo.gov]
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DEPARTMENT OF STATE
22 CFR Part 62
RIN 1400-AC79
[Public Notice 7427]
Exchange Visitor Program--Summer Work Travel
AGENCY: Department of State.
CRS Report on "Asylum and 'Credible Fear' Issues in U.S. Immigration Policy"
Please check the attachment for CRS report.
DS-160 and additional forms
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When I apply for a nonimmigrant visa using the online DS-160, are additional forms required?
Selecting U.S. Embassy or Consulate while completing DS-160
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What happens to my DS-160 if I select a U.S. Embassy or Consulate where I will be applying for my visa, but end up making an interview appointment instead at another U.S. Embassy or Consulate?
National Identification Number and DS-160
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I do not have a National Identification Number. How should I answer this question?
If you are a citizen of a country that does not issue national identification numbers, select “Does not apply.”
Social Security number or a taxpayer identification number while completing DS-160
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What do I enter for U.S. Social Security Number and/or U.S. Taxpayer ID Number?
Applicants, who have worked in the United States, as well as others, will have Social Security numbers or taxpayer identification numbers. If you do not have a Social Security number or a taxpayer identification number, select “Does not apply”.
Home phone number while completing DS-160
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The form asks for my home phone number, but I do not have one.
You should provide at least one contact phone number, so that the U.S. Embassy or Consulate can contact you by phone, if necessary. If you have provided a mobile or cell phone number, you may enter “Does not apply” for home phone number.
Passport Book Number while completing DS-160
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The form asks for my Passport Book Number, but I am not sure if I have one.
Providing the name of a contact or organization while completing DS-160
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The form asks that I provide the name of a contact or organization and a phone number, but I am not visiting anyone in the United States.
If you do not know anyone personally in the United States, but you are traveling here to visit a particular store, company, or organization, you may provide the name of the store, company, or organization you intend to visit. Otherwise, you may select “Does not apply.”
Principal applicant while completing DS-160
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The form asks if I am the principal applicant. What is a principal applicant?
If you, or your family, are applying for B-1, B-2, or B1/B2 visas, you are all considered principal applicants, and each of you should select that box.
DS-160 and third party signature
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Can a third party complete the form on my behalf? Who is exempt from signing the form?
USCIS New Online Citizenship Resource Center
USCIS inviting visitors to the new Citizenship and Resource Center, a Web portal that has information and resources on U.S. citizenship.
DOS Announces New Website For J-1 Visa Program
Media Note
Office of the Spokesman Washington, DC
May 25, 2011
Also available in Russian
On June 1 the State Department’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) will launch a new J-1 Visa Exchange Visitor Program website.
TN Visa denied
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I am a pharmacy graduate from India and a Canadian national. I passed my FPGEE Examination and hold a Intern Pharmacist License from Michigan Board of Pharmacy. I have been twice denied TN Visa saying I don't have Pharmacist License from US or Canada. I have been advised by the officer to apply for H1B visa. Recently, I read on State Department Website that License is not a prerequisite for YN visa. But my TN visa request was refused.
NAFTA clearly implies that you do not need a license (if you work under a licensed pharmacist).
Pharmacist—baccalaureate degree, licenciatura degree, or state/provincial license.
Guestbook Entry for Eswara Kakkera, United States
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Eswara Kakkera
Country
United States
State
VA
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I am quite thankful to Rajiv Khanna and his staff for getting Green Card to me and my wife. The case manager for my case is Bharati. She handled my case very well and huge kudos to her in getting the GC. Bharati is quite knowledgable in immigration matters. She responded to all my questions quickly. Her response time is very qucik. She applied Labor Certification, I-140, 485 and EAD Renewals. She is quite friendly and good going to work with. I am very thankful to Bharati for her continous support through out the Green Card Process. Thanks once again to Rajiv S Khanna, Mathew for getting my Green Card approved. Appreciate all your help.
PERM approval for a foreign company with minimal presence in USA
The head-quarters for the sponsoring employer were located outside the United States. The applicant worked in the United States at a branch office, which had fewer than 5 employees. Because of the head-quarters location and the US branch office size, the DOL questioned the existence of the company in the United States. We responded with evidence of the sponsoring employer’s business in the United States and the PERM Petition was certified.
It was a very useful conversation with Rajiv and he guided me towards the right direction