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…
Articles by & updated by Priya Nair
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…
Essential Documents to Prove I-140 Benefits When Transferring Employers
To transfer an employment‑based green card case smoothly, supply the new employer readable copies of your approved I-140/I-797,…
Can You Change Jobs After I-140? AC21 Portability Explained
Under AC21, you can generally change employers without losing green card priority if your I-140 is approved or…
H-1B Extensions Before Max-Out: I-140 Timing and Options
To avoid H-1B max-out problems, begin PERM early (ideally year four), aim to file at least 365 days…
Compelling Circumstances EAD: Lifeline for H-1B Workers with I-140
Eligible H-1B professionals with an approved I-140 can seek a discretionary one-year EAD by filing Form I-765 and…