How to Read Your LCA and Find the Correct Wage Level
Obtain the certified LCA to confirm the employer pays at least the higher of prevailing or actual wage.…
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I-140 Approved but I-485 Filing Blocked: Your Options
I-140 approval doesn’t automatically let you file I-485; you must wait for your priority date to be current…
PERM Analyst Review: What It Means and Typical Timeframes
The DOL now lists PERM Analyst Review at a 472-day average (15 months, 17 days), processing June 2024…
Can You Switch Visas and Still Apply for a Green Card?
You can pursue a Green Card on H-1B and continue after switching visas by maintaining lawful status, securing…
Maintaining Legal Status Between Jobs: A 60-Day Grace Period Guide
After job loss, many visa holders have a discretionary 60-day grace period or until their I-94 expires. Confirm…
Part-Time H-1B Wage Rules: Hourly Rate, LCA, and Records
Part-time H-1B employment is allowed, but wages must be converted to an hourly rate equal to the higher…
Germany Blue Card for IT Pros: Fast Track to EU Residency
The Germany EU Blue Card enables IT professionals to work and settle in Germany, accepting degree-holders or experienced…
What Happens If Your H-1B Expires During a Pending Extension? Practical Implications
A timely-filed H-1B extension provides 240 days of automatic work authorization while USCIS decides. If the case remains…
PERM Filing Date or I-140 Approval: Clarifying Your Priority Date
Your priority date starts when PERM is filed and can be lost if an I‑140 isn’t filed within…