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Navigating Life After Your O-1B Visa Approval: A Comprehensive Guide by Sethi and Mazaheri LLC

Introduction Congratulations on your O-1B visa approval! As a beneficiary of this specialized artist visa, you are probably eager to start your new journey in

August 15, 2023 No Comments

Employment Visas

EB-1: Understanding the U.S. Visa Bulletin and the EB-1 Visa Category (September 2023)

The U.S. Visa Bulletin, published monthly by the Department of State, plays a pivotal role in the green card application process for immigrants. This bulletin

August 14, 2023 No Comments

Employment Visas

240-Day Extension Rule for O-1, P-3, H-1B, and L1 Visa

A 240-day extension rule is a process by which the employees are authorized to continue work for their employers in the US for up to 240 days while USCIS processes their renewal or extension petition, or until USCIS decides on your petition. Current regulations provide 240 days of continued work authorization to various nonimmigrant visa holders on timely filing of the petition by the employer. This rule applies to employment-based nonimmigrant visa holders. This article deals with eligibility and other details related to the 240-day extension rule for nonimmigrants.

November 3, 2021 No Comments

Employment Visas

Change of Status vs. Adjustment of Status

Suppose you plan to travel to the United States on a nonimmigrant visa. In that case, you should know the difference between a change of your status and an adjustment of status. It is essential because many people mistakenly believe their meaning to be the same while they are not. In simple words, Adjustment of Status (AOS) aims towards adjusting your status as a lawful permanent resident, while the change of status is changing your nonimmigrant status to another nonimmigrant status. Let us try to understand the meaning of each term separately and in more detail.

October 4, 2021 No Comments

Employment Visas

EB-2 Vs. NIW: Difference Between an Eb2 Visa and Eb2 NIW(National Interest Waiver) Visa Petitions

The United States provides foreign nationals to apply for employment-based green cards. Employment Visa – second preference(EB-2) visa is one of such categories. You can also apply for an EB-2 NIW(National Interest Waiver) petition to waive certain requirements that are mandatory in a regular EB-2 visa. This article will explain the differences between a regular EB-2 visa and an EB-2 NIW category visa.

September 13, 2021 No Comments

Employment Visas

Eb-1: What Is the Lesser Nationally or Internationally Recognized Prizes or Awards in Eb-1 Criteria?

Are you applying for an immigration visa under the employment-based, first-preference (EB-1) category? You must know that you should be a foreign-born talent of extraordinary ability, an outstanding professor or researcher, or a certain multinational executive or manager.

July 21, 2021 No Comments

Employment Visas

Eb-1: Participation as a Judge of the Work of Others

Employment-Based, First preference visa in the foreign-born of “extraordinary ability” category or an EB-1A visa has ten criteria laid down by the USCIS. As a petitioner, if you apply under this category, you either have to provide evidence of a one-time achievement (i.e., Pulitzer, Oscar, Olympic Medal) or satisfy at least 3 out of 10 criteria.

July 19, 2021 No Comments

Talent-Based Visas

O-1 Visa Interview Experience and Appointment

Are you a person possessing extraordinary abilities and have applied to enter the US on an O-1 visa? You must know that after USCIS has approved your visa application, you have to appear for a visa interview at the US embassy or consulate in most cases. This article will provide an insight into the O-1 visa interview and the common questions asked at the interview.

July 2, 2021 No Comments

Employment Visas

EB-1: Comparing the Three Forms of EB-1 Category

US government allows individuals to travel to the US on an employment visa. The employment-Based First Preference(EB-1) category allows an alien to travel to the US and further provides an option to apply for a green card. The EB-1 green card is the highest-ranking employment-based green card available in the US.

June 11, 2021 No Comments

Employment Visas

EB-1: Two-part Approach (Kazarian Case)

The Employment-based first preference classification was introduced in 1990 as part of the Immigration Act of 1990. It provides visas for persons possessing extraordinary abilities, outstanding researchers and professors, and certain multinational executives or managers. The USCIS has set certain standards and criteria to determine the extraordinary abilities of an foreign-born and outstanding nature of work for the researchers and professors. The foreign-born worker has to meet these criteria to be eligible for an EB-1 classification visa.

June 4, 2021 No Comments

Talent-Based Visas

O-1: What Happens After an O-1 Visa Approval?

The United States provides visas for different nonimmigrant categories. The O-1 visa is one of a kind for individuals possessing extraordinary abilities. This article will explain what happens after USCIS approves an O-1 visa by focusing on how an individual can maintain his status, how he can extend his visa, how he can change his employer, and whether he can apply for a green card or not? It is vital for the people who are currently holding an O-1 status or planning to enter the US on an O-1 visa to plan their further steps carefully.

May 25, 2021 No Comments

Talent-Based Visas

O-1: Everything You Need to Know About the U.S. Artist Visa 2021

As an artist, you can consider O1B or an artist visa to live and find employment in the USA. Did you know that the visa category is best for talented individuals with unmatched abilities in the arts?
Therefore, if you’ve got a history of extraordinary achievements and recognition, you can also apply for an O1B visa and pursue your dream career in the United States.

May 21, 2021 No Comments

240-Day Rule Regulation Application on an O-1 Visa

Talent-Based Visas

O-1: How Does the 240-Day Extension Rule Work?

Let’s find out the relation between 240-Day Extension Rule and O visa. Have you ever wondered what will happen if you have filed a petition for an extension of your O-1 nonimmigrant visa and USCIS does not approve it before your I-94 expiration date? Will you have to leave the United States because your nonimmigrant status has expired, and now you accrue unlawful presence in the U.S.? Or, will you be given extra time to stay in the U.S. until USCIS decides on your extension petition? Would you be able to work if you could stay? This article will discuss what will happen next in detail and guide you if you ever fall into this situation.

April 27, 2021 No Comments

Employment Visas

EB-1 Application and Concurrent Filing

EB-1 application (Employment Based Immigration – First Preference) is the visa category for United States employment-based visa. You may be eligible for an employment-based, first-preference visa if you are:

April 20, 2021 No Comments

Employment Visas

EB-2: A Closer Look at the VISA

An EB-2 VISA petition, in simple words, is an employment-based 2nd preference petition intended for foreign professionals carrying an advanced degree or its equivalent. It is also for foreign nationals who exhibited exceptional ability in the fields of sciences, arts, or business. In special cases, if you are a professional possessing a bachelor’s degree, and 5 years of continuous strong and solid experience in the specific job being offered, maybe considerably having an equivalent master’s degree in the field.

March 24, 2021 No Comments

O-1A Visa a Good Fit for a Foreign Data Scientist

Employment Visas

O-1A: A Good Visa for Foreign-born Data Scientists

If you are a foreign data scientist looking for a way to transition from OPT, J1, H-1B to a visa with a more stable path to permanent residency, you might be a candidate for the O-1A visa. The O-1A visa is categorized as a nonimmigrant visa created for individuals who possess extraordinary abilities in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics.

December 22, 2020 No Comments

Employment Visas

Apply for a Q-1 Visa Cultural Exchange Program

What is cultural exchange program and hot to apply for Q-1 visa? When exploring your different options and programs to visit the United States of America as a non-immigrant, you have the option to apply for a diverse type of visas such as B1/B2 Visa, F-1 Visa, J-1 Visa, P-Visa, and many other types. Therefore, if you are interested in gaining a unique cultural experience that will allow you to live in US culture. Then, the Q-1 Visa is the perfect choice for you to apply.

December 22, 2020 No Comments

Family Visas

Permanent Residency for Foreign Nationals

Overall, there are a variety of ways for someone to achieve a transition from a foreign alien to permanent resident in the United States. The following are a number of ways that a foreign nationals can obtain permanent residency or a green card:

December 21, 2020 No Comments

Talent-Based Visas

P-1 Visa Types

This P-1A visa, the other type of P-1 visa, which deals with recognized athletes can be given to both professional athletes, amateur athletes, athletic teams, and coaches.

September 4, 2020 No Comments

Talent-Based Visas

O-1 Visa holder: Coronavirus Impact on Visa Holders

Due to the recent events of the coronavirus outbreak, unemployment rates have skyrocketed. Losing a job can be incredibly stressful and current O-1 “extraordinary ability” visa holders may find themselves in an especially tough situation. The options available are circumstantial for each individual O-1 Visa holder, but here are some considerations to proceed with the job loss.

July 2, 2020 No Comments

Family Visas

US O-3 Visa eligibility – Family

Unmarried children under 21 years of age and spouses of O-1 employees are eligible for O-3 status. In order to qualify for an O-3 visa, the applicant must qualify as the immediate family member of an O-1 or O-2 visa applicant or visa holder—and be able to prove that fact. Children can no longer stay in the U.S. as O-3 dependents once they turn 21. In order to remain in the U.S., the child must change to a different nonimmigrant visa status (e.g. F-1 student, B-2 visitor). See the relevant U.S. government regulations at 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(o).

January 9, 2020 No Comments

Talent-Based Visas

O-1B: Visa for Artists

In the United States’ Immigration system, one type of visa catered for foreign artists, the O-Visa, specifically, the O-1B Visa.

December 9, 2019 No Comments

Employment Visas

L-1 Visa Types

Various types of employment Visas can be ascertained in the US today. The L-1 Visa is one of them. L-1 Visas are non-immigrant visas that allow intracompany transferees to work in US offices. The time allowed in the US can range from 3 months to 5 years, with extensions included. However, an extension can only amount to seven years in total. Today’s article will enlighten readers on the various types of L-1 visas, the requirements, and the process for receiving one.

November 19, 2019 No Comments

Employment Visas

What is E-Verify in the Immigration System?

There are many individuals in the US who have come due to receiving employment opportunities. However, how is an employer to know if the person they want to hire is even eligible to work in the US? That’s where the Department of Homeland Security’s system comes in to play: E-Verify. E-Verify is an electronic system that employers can use to verify and confirm the employee’s work eligibility. It was put into force by the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996.

October 28, 2019 No Comments

Employment Visas

The L-1 Visa

Among the various ways to enter the US, work visas allow for employees to work and live in the states. Work visas are divided based on the kinds of occupations, with one of them being the L-1 visa. The L-1 is targeted towards executives or those in managing positions in a company. However, this visa is not just open to all those who seek employment in the US as an executive, as it is only open to those who are being transferred from a foreign office to an affiliated office in the US.

August 5, 2019 No Comments

Employment Visas

H1-B Visa

There are many different employment visas to the US, with each applying to certain groups of people. One of such visas is the H1-B visa, which allows for a US employer to temporarily hire a non-immigrant worker in a specialty occupation. Furthermore, the foreign worker must also have at least a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. The H1-B visa is a non-immigrant visa and, as such, is not the same as receiving a Green Card to the US (permanent residency).

July 8, 2019 No Comments

Employment Visas

The EB-4 Visa

The immigration system in the US allows for families to be reunited, but it also provides the opportunity for immigrants to enter and work in the country. The available work immigrant visas are categorized based on priority, with there being 5 levels. The fourth priority, or the EB-4 visa, is reserved for special kinds of workers. Specifically, the visa is offered to religious workers, some government employees, and members of international organizations.

June 10, 2019 No Comments

Talent-Based Visas

O & P: Comparing O Visa with P Visa

In the US, there are certain types of visas that allow for the entry of exceptionally talented individuals: EB-1, O and P visas. O visa and P visa, both of which are non-immigrant, are used by artists and talented people in fields like the sciences, entertainment, sports, and business in order to enter the US without a permanent work offer.

May 27, 2019 No Comments