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Rajiv's Comments in the News - Startup founders upbeat on US visa tweak despite big hurdles in process

Published by: The Economic Times: July 16, 2024
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/startups/startup-founders-upb…

 

Quotes and Excerpts from Rajiv in the article:

The programme provides only temporary parole for up to five years, not a path to permanent residency, said Rajiv Khanna, managing attorney at Immigration.com.

Recording for July 11, 2024 Conference Call with Rajiv S. Khanna

FAQs: Eligibility for 1-year H-1B extension under 365-day rule based on PERM filed on November 1, 2023 || Assessing eligibility and strengthening profile for EB2-NIW application without a research background

Visa Bulletin For August 2024

Number 92
Volume X
Washington, D.C

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A. STATUTORY NUMBERS FOR PREFERENCE IMMIGRANT VISAS

This bulletin summarizes the availability of immigrant numbers during August 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.

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Extending parent's stay in the U.S. beyond six months on a B-2 visa

Question details

I have a question about my mother's stay in the US on a visitor (B2) visa. I am an IT Professional in the US on an L1 work visa along with my family (spouse & kid). My only sibling (younger sister) is also settled here in the USA. My father passed away a couple of years back in India. My mother is 60+ years of age, and currently, there is no family member in India to stay with her at all times. She visits the USA and stays with us for six months at a stretch during the year. Considering her health and emotional support needs, I am looking for options to have her stay with us long-term (beyond a six-month period in a year). As is the case in this scenario, are there legally valid options/exceptions for old-age single parents?

 

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Yes, it is possible.

Moving to India in 2025 on H-1B extension, I-140 portability, and future U.S. opportunities

Question details

I need to relocate to India for family reasons in 2025. My I-140 has been approved for over 180 days, and my initial H1B visa is valid until August 2025. I want to keep my options open if I decide to return to the US in the future.

1. Is there any difference in moving to India before or after filing for my H1B extension if I plan to return to the US with the same or different employer?

2. Additionally, is there a time limit within which I must return to the U.S. with the same or a different employer with an approved I-140?

3. Do I need to go through the H1B lottery again anytime if I want to return in the future?

4. Does it matter if my PD is current when I return to the US?

 

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  1. There is no difference.
  2. Definitely, in about six years, there will be no issue.
  3. No. 
  4. Yes, that can be a problem.

Recording for June 20, 2024 Conference Call with Rajiv S. Khanna

Immigration.com

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FAQs: Moving to India in 2025 on H-1B extension, I-140 portability, and future U.S. opportunities || Extending parent's stay in the U.S. beyond six months on a B-2 visa

Visa Bulletin For July 2024

Number 91
Volume X
Washington, D.C

View as Printer Friendly PDF

A. STATUTORY NUMBERS FOR PREFERENCE IMMIGRANT VISAS

This bulletin summarizes the availability of immigrant numbers during July 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.

Agency

Green Card

Immigration Law

Recording for June 06, 2024 Conference Call with Rajiv S. Khanna

Immigration.com

Discussion Topics, June 6, 2024 FAQs: International Managers (EB-1C) changing jobs under AC21 portability after 180 days || FAQ: H-1B 60 days grace period H-1B transfer; Impact of switching to B-1/B-2; and family visa validity || FAQ: H-1B 60 days grace period to B-2 conversion: Status gap, transitioning back to H-1B; Starting work again