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01-20 06:50 AM

A reader sent me a link to a post at the The Future of Capitalism blog reminding folks that being pro-immigration fits right in to a conservative agenda: David Cameron, the British "Conservative" Party leader who favors a top income tax rate of 50%, also wants immigration restrictions that would limit Great Britain's population over the next 20 years to 70 million. The Financial Times has an editorial with some reasons this is a bad idea. Here in America, the restrictionist Federation for American Immigration Reform is a bronze sponsor of next month's National Tea Party Convention. Here at FutureOfCapitalism.com,...

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04-30 08:14 PM

http://www.reason.com/blog/show/119913.html

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01-27 07:37 AM

if you work on 1099 then you need to pay self emplyment tax ie 16%.

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logiclife

01-11 10:14 PM

This issued has been recently discussed on another thread.

In future, please search the forums before starting a new thread so that it saves your time and doesnt create too many threads sharing redundant information.

http://immigrationvoice.org/forum/showthread.php?t=2844

--click above to read what to do in your situation.

I am closing the thread now.

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12-28 04:28 PM

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03-17 11:07 PM

Hello! I went to US to work in a summer/work travel experience under a J1 VISA.

My VISA expired on APR/01/2007 , but I sent a letter to USCIS asking to change my VISA status to B1/B2. The letter just arrived at the USCIS Office on APR/02/2007. I kept working until JUN/15.

In JUN/20/2007 I left US back to my home country and later accessing the USCIS site I figured out that my request was processed and denied.

Now I'm graduated in Business and was hired to work in a big company in NYC, they are requesting me to get another J1 VISA (this time J1 Trainee for a 1,5 year).

I would like to know if this kind of situation generates a BAN, or if I will have any kind of trouble in the interview in the US Embassy.

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snehal

11-12 07:15 PM

Multiple H1 Stamping
Hi guys
I have a query; I had applied for H1 visa (2007 � 2008) from 2 places
One from my current working company and another from consultancy firm in US. I got through the lottery from both the places. I have done my stamping for the visa from consulting firm.
Now my question is will I be allowed to go for stamping again :rolleyes:. What are my options now if I want my visa stamped from my current working company :confused:.

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06-18 07:50 PM

Guys,
I am filing 1-140 and 1-485 together by myself based upn EB-2 ( national interest waiver ) category.
Would any one of you please tell me what I should check Part 2 where it ask " I am applying fr adjustment f permanent status based upon"-- If I choose 2(a), then it ask for copy of approval notice.

Any body has any comments.
Thanks,
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07-14 10:59 AM

Folks,
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06-04 06:04 PM

This is my third EAD renewal. My 485 is pending at NSC. I am in CA. All my previous EADs/APs etc were filed at NSC.

This time when my EAD renewal is filed (by my new attorney, in new company) I got receipt Number starting with MSC.

Who decides where to file MSC? What's the criteria to file at MSC? Shouldn't it be file at NSC?

Is this a mistake?

No it is not. It is the National Benefits Center receipt number. Mine got transferred from the TSC.

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Euclid

02-11 12:21 PM

Hi,

My OPT was approved and I received the approval notice. But the card itself
has been lost in mail. I have applied for a replacement card.

I am aware of something called the "I-9 receipt rule" wherein the receipt for
the replacement of a lost document can be used in place of the document itself
for a period of 90 days.

Does this apply to my case? In other words, can I use the receipt of the replacement
request to work for upto 90 days?

Thanks in advance!

PS: I am aware that I cannot start working based on the approval notice itself.

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texcan

02-05 01:38 AM

My wife was on f1 status when we filed for 485.
We went to india this last december and used AP, no issues what so ever.

Make sure you do provide the old 94 to airlines before leaving US.

relax and enjoy you trip.

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02-09 09:40 PM

hi amol

are you aware of the PACE bill? I am concerned that current PhD graduates and life science PhD graduates appear to be excluded from the adjustment of status benefits proposed in the bill for doctoral candidates. I have drafted a letter and would definitely like IV to publicize it.

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ishreeram

09-21 06:48 PM

You could ask your company to specify during the amendment that your work requires you to work in different cities as required for the purpose of the job. I know my H-1B amendment was sent in with this.

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02-17 04:00 PM

check this post...

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09-08 01:25 PM

Labor application was filed in 2008 and got approved in 2009; what is my PD 2008 or 2009?

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01-18 09:21 AM

Let's keep our fingers crossed and hope for the best...

There are some positive signs over the last few days but I'm not sure I'd be as optimistic as Stewart Lawrence, but he's made some interesting observations.

More... (http://blogs.ilw.com/gregsiskind/2011/01/gop-moving-back-to-center-on-immigration.html)

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saty2010

05-06 06:53 PM

Hi

I am working on H1B from Oct 2009. My employer and client has one layer between of them. For some family reason I need to visit India for 10 days. Will it cause any problem / Issue on airport (immigration counter) when I will come back to USA ?

In this case how can I prepare myself to face situation? What documents do I need to prepare to prove that even though I am working with one layer then also my employer control my salary and tax stuffs ?

Waiting for reply, please help...!!!

Thank You

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vgnfw190

01-28 09:44 PM

Hi I am currently working as a contractor at a client from company C1
C1 applied for my H1B last year and application is still pending + also added Premium Proc. last week, Application Still Pending
At the same time company C2 applied my H1B last year and H1B approved but did not get the documents from USCIS, and applied for "Response on Approved Petition", That is still pennding(But Yes The petition is approved)
But Fortunately or Unfortunately , I got a permananent job with a new company.
I can start working with that company on OPT, and he will apply a new H1B this year.

But , Instead of that Can I get one of my H1Bs transferred?
Or is there a better way to handle this situation?

I know its a mess... Can some one suggest me how to clear this mess?

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11-16 02:03 AM

Her status is H1 from Oct 1, 2007 and H4 is invalid.

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03-06 06:29 AM

Both my wife and I are working on H1B visa.

We are landing in Canada for H1B visa renewal.

However, the nvars.com appointment system allows 1 primary applicatnt and then allows to add dependents to that application. Should I add my wife as a dependent or create an independent primary applicant profile for her since she would be requesting an H1 B renewal as well.


If I create an independent primary applicant profile for her, I may not be able to get the same visa date / appointment for both of us.

Please guide.

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05-13 12:25 AM

I was in H1B visa(expires on Feb 2011). I got laid off from Employer_A from March 2009 and I transfered my I-797 to Employer_B in march 2009 itself through premium processing. It got approved and I have original approval notice also which expires on March 2012.

Now Employer_A likes to re-hire me back. I am also interested to go back. Do I need to transfer again from Employer_B to Employer_A?

Can I work for Employer_A with old I-797(expires on Feb 2011) ? I don't think Employer_A canceled or revoked my I-797 after they laid off.

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03-05 06:29 PM

You can get reimbursement for all eligible expenses but you will not get the tax benefit. The taxes due on that amount will be accounted for at the time of filing your return. You can submit claims and get them reimbursed.

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11-09 01:49 PM

Hi:
My full 6 years of H-1B expires in Jan 2010. My labor will be filed in Jan 2009. I would like to go back to school full time on F-1 in Fall 09. At that time, I would still have 5 months of H-1B time remaining plus a priority date. After I graduate, find a job on a new OPT, would it be enough time to start a new GC processing, without having to go back home for a year?
Thanks so much
Debbie

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08-12 10:30 PM

Interesting study. The headlines this morning around the country are on the subset of children of illegally present parents which Pew is estimating is about 7% of all children born in the US. It's not a surprise to see the GOP getting increasingly crazy as they know that in the long run they'll go the way of the Whigs unless they either convince Hispanic voters to support them or disenfranchise enough of them that they can continue to win elections with only Anglo voters.

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07-19 11:02 PM

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08-01 05:34 PM

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01-02 02:58 PM

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04-01 02:26 AM

Hi All ,

First of all , thanks soooo much for this great site. I have a small question. My PD is July 2002 under EB2 / India. I was stuck with name check. Now that name check does not matter because of new rule > 180 days and my PD becomes current from today - April 1 , how long does USCIS take to make a decision about my case ? Do I need to call them and request a case review or do something to see some movement ? Kindly advice. Or is it just wait ?

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08-11 10:10 AM

My friend Tom Roach in Washington State forwarded this letter from the Arizona Catholic Conference which was released after Judge Bolton's decision in the Arizona case. I'm posting it because it has some language that I think is very helpful in the debate. The Bishops say There must be a process - but not amnesty - for persons who have entered our country illegally to pursue legal status. This process must have proportionate consequences for the act of illegal entry, consequences that would include fines, learning English, and going to the "back of the line" to seek citizenship. The idea...

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12-27 05:46 PM

can a person on H1B do two jobs?e.g one full time and one part time.please give advice, thanks in advance.

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10-25 01:13 PM

Hello Attorney,

I filed AP for me and my Dependent , Unfortunately USCIS just picked the application on the top of packet ( My Application ) and i got the receipt No , I dont know what happened to my Spouces Application her check is not cashed and no receipt no , I suppose her applicaiton is was just placed with my applicaiton and was considered as just one application .

Now what are my options , can i go ahead and file one more application , i know its literally impossible for me to call uscis and Track my wife's application , can i go and file a new application for my Spouse . Please advice.

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theshiningsun

04-18 06:23 AM

hi attorneys,

my H-1B petition is valid for another 3 months. we applied for my H1 extn and my spouse H4 extn 2 months ago. both r still pending.

my spouse H4 petition expired last month. since we applied extn b4 it expired, my spouse can stay in usa legally.

now my spouse wants to travel abroad for a family function.

questions:
(1) is it fine to travel abroad with H4 extn pending? (pls note that the H-1B holder will not be traveling)

(2) if H4 extn is approved with new I-94 when abroad and my spouse gets another new I-94 at POE when returning, then which I-94 will be the latest valid one?

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06-11 08:59 AM

You can write (c) (09) or (c) (9). Hope this helps.

What should be filled for question 16 in I765 form.
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08-03 05:18 PM

hi,
I am unmarried son of citizens of usa and have my priority date current.I filed for I485 adjustment of status to permanent resident, which earlier got rejected,but then on refiling,I got a MSC receipt number saying next process is biometrics
My question is that as I am presently on student visa and my classes are starting from august 17th.Do I still need to maintain my student visa status and enroll in 12 minimum units,or is it ok If I don't enroll and just wait for my further case processing,and I won't be considered out of status as my I-485 adjustment of status is being processed?Is there still chance of my I-485 being denied(I don't have any criminal or any wrong record and maintained my status prior to filing my I-485 adjustment of status).Please guide whether to still enroll in 12 units and be on student visa or is it ok if I don't enroll as I no more want to pay high fees but,am worried about maintaining my status.

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04-27 11:00 AM

From the Miami Herald: Huge surges among Hispanic populations in the Deep South could mean a political sea change over the next two decades, as immigrants become naturalized and they and their American-born children register to vote, political and demographics experts say. The states with some of the largest percentages in Hispanic population growth make up a large swath of the Southeast: Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee, according to an analysis of the most recent census figures by the Pew Hispanic Center. In all those Republican-dominated states, the percentage of Hispanics nearly doubled. Given the...

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12-09 02:13 PM

My PERM case has been pending for almost 15 months (under audit for 12 months). I asked my attorney about this enquiry thing that you can file to DOL after pending for 15 months (according to this thread (http://immigrationvoice.org/forum/showthread.php?t=21183&page=2)). Her response is that she has been sending requests about case status to the DOL on a regular basis.

Can anyone who's familiar with the matter tell me what's this enquiry is about? Is it just a regular status check or a more formal and serious matter that DOL has to assign a freaking living human to look at your case to reply? :mad:

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mani2977

04-16 11:32 AM

Hello,

I 'm on H1-B visa already max out and got the extension for 7 th year based on perm pending.
Petition is going to expire in Sep 2011 and last week my perm got denied.
My employer is going to appeal for the perm and also going to apply H1B extension.

Also I got an offer from other employer waited long time for this exiting offer. Not sure what are my options now , is it possible to take the new opportunity or should I stick with my current employer to deal with this issue?

Looking for suggestions ASAP , thanks

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04-23 12:46 PM

If you have a phd, is it automatically EB1? or do the rules of employment should call for phd apply?

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10-04 11:10 PM

Senator Grassley corresponds with USCIS Director Mayorkas regarding fraud in the H-1B program. Issues such as the benefits fraud assessment and potential anti-fraud initiatives are suggested.

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06-21 01:00 AM

The USCIS announced on June 1, 2006 that the regular H-1 cap for Fiscal Year 2007 (FY2007) was reached on May 26, 2006. Those cases properly filed with the USCIS before the 26th are safe, with respect to the cap, as there are enough cap numbers for these cases. Cases that reached the USCIS on May 26th are in an uncertain situation and will be subject to a random selection process, as there are enough numbers for some, but not all of the May 26th cases. Any regular cap-subject cases received after May 26th will be rejected entirely.This information does NOT impact advanced degree cases, for which cap numbers are still available.

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12-01 05:42 PM

House Intelligence commt has nothing to do with immigration. How he votes or other people vote on immigration bills has nothing to do with the fact that they are in the intelligence committee.

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10-17 10:52 AM

I know this issue is still a grey area and certainly no one seems to know a concrete answer to this.

If i have my H-1 Visa and EAD as well. Can i continue to Work on my H1-visa for the primary employer and take up a part-time job with the EAD.

I have hear ppl say that H1 becomes void once EAD is used. Is there any kind of document advocating this? I have not seen any. Lawyers have conflicting opinoin. Has anyone thought about this. I have decided to take an infopass appointment and ask the IO to show me a document that states that H1-becomes void or The other way around.

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05-25 12:38 PM

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10-22 02:18 PM

Hi,
This is my first post. Sorry to open a new thread for this but I thought I would share the info so other people can benefit. I got my I-140 approval today.
Details:
Receipt Date: 05/14/2007
Approval Date: 10/22/07
(188 days)
Texas Service Center
EB2 March 2004
Labor Substitution (American Company, Mechanical Engineering PhD Position).
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11-01 05:30 AM

Your I-485 will not go forward unti they receive the 140 approval.

I-485 petition will be undated automatically as soon as the corresponding I-140 is approved.

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10-29 06:57 PM

How many times is someone allowed to file for H1b extension after 6th year? I am on the 8th year H1b extension. My I-140 is in process right now.

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11-14 04:28 PM

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08-07 09:40 AM

California taxpayers need to cover higher fees of private lawyers, who are hired by the state as the Attorney General's Office doesn't have the staff to handle all of the cases internally. In some instances, the state has employed outside counsel at hourly rates that reach $450 even while most of its in-house lawyers earn less than half that. Rates can be much higher, if the suits require private attorneys having a particular expertise.

Since January 2008, the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation has signed about $24 million in contracts with private lawyers hired because the Attorney General's Office says it's too shorthanded to take the jobs. The corrections department is seeking the additional help despite having about 80 lawyers of its own to handle a gamut of cases, with about a dozen of those assigned to prisoner-filed litigation.





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04-20 08:11 PM

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09-12 09:29 AM

They are referring another rally I gues which is for un-documented one on Wed.Ours is on Tuesday

http://www.mercurynews.com/valley/ci_6866158

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12-15 04:55 PM

All- Before you start giving me RED's, I have posted this under "Interesting topic" thread. So cut me some slack.

Hats off to this awesome bhai from India (Gujarati but Indian first), you can see his love for his country as well. He will go long ways, so young and brilliant.

Check this out:
Pranav Mistry: The thrilling potential of 'SixthSense' technology-TV-Economic Times (http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tv/TED-India-Pranav-Mistry/videoshow_ted/5231080.cms)


Highlight on future world, tech and all....Pranav mentioned that he was going to share work with all (open source) and give out his code so people can come out with their own "sixth sense" .


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Pranav Mistry (http://www.pranavmistry.com)

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usr2004

01-24 05:47 PM

I need to apply for AP.
I am in I-485 pending status. Could some one give clarification for the following questions on I-131 doc.

Part I. Information about you
3. Class of admission (is this correct?)
Ex: H1B/H4

Part 3. Processing Information
4. Have you ever been issued a reentry pertmit or Refugee Travel document?
I am in AOS status(I-485 pending). I got twice Travel Document (AP) approved so for.
There is no mention of AP in this question. what should I answer for this question.


I am also applying AP for my family members. Do I need file G-28 for my family members(Is it only for Attorney representation)

Thank You

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zoozee

10-06 01:10 AM

HELLO FRIENDS,

I am not sure if this has been ever discussed or no but will appreciate any pointers on it : Can one keep extending the H4 visa even if EAD is been used?

Thanks In Advance.

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