STEM

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. The term often refers to the Designated Degree program requiring a degree in one of these fields of study. STEM programs, in recognition of their importance to US interests, are awarded special consideration in certain areas under US immigration laws.

Recording for April 25, 2024 Conference Call with Rajiv S. Khanna

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FAQs:

1) H-1B lottery layoff before start, Automatic status change, Multiple filings, and Traveling

2) Layoff during Self-NIW application, changing jobs with NIW not yet filed, pending, or approved

3) What is Cap Gap extension? How does it work?

4)Is it COS to change from cap-exempt H-1B to cap H-1B?

April 13, 2024, Rajiv in QnA session on behalf of students, young professionals

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Recording for January 18, 2024 Conference Call with Rajiv S. Khanna

Discussion Topics:

FAQ: H-1B lay off 60 days grace, options including B-1/B-2, approved I-140, Severance pay || Optimizing H-4 EAD options and bundling premium processing for H-1B and H-4 extensions || Implications of visa fraud by an employer on H-1B, L-1, green card, citizenship || Advantages of a National Interest Waiver, transitioning to EB-1, entrepreneurship, and H-4 employment for spouse

STEM OPT Employed with Startups - A Special Case

For international students on an F-1 visa in the United States, the STEM OPT extension program provides an opportunity to gain valuable work experience after graduation while extending their stay in the US for a chance of an H-1B lottery win. Concomitantly, the program is invaluable for US employers in facilitating access to well-qualified workers, most with graduate degrees.