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H-1B Max Out Date Calculator: Timing Your I-140 Approval

H-1B extensions beyond six years depend on timely PERM and I-140 filings. Early preparation and premium processing help prevent visa…

What Documents Are Needed When Traveling Outside US with Approved I-140

Approved I-140 holders must ensure valid passports and U.S. visas for travel. Pending adjustment applicants need Advance Parole, except with…

Is Premium Processing for I-140 Worth It for H-1B Workers in 2025?

Premium processing expedites I-140 decisions with a $2,805 fee, helping H-1B workers extend status near their six-year limit. It guarantees…

I-140 Approval Checklist: 10 Essential Steps to Take Immediately After Approval

Confirm your I-140 Approval via Form I-797, check the Visa Bulletin monthly for your priority date, and select the appropriate…

Can I Start a Business with Approved I-140? H-1B Rules Explained

Effective January 17, 2025, new H-1B visa rules allow entrepreneurs to self-sponsor through U.S. startups. Key requirements include a bona…

2025 Visa Bulletin Update: Key EB-2 India Changes to Know Now

The July-August 2025 Visa Bulletin keeps EB-2 India cutoff at January 1, 2013. Visa numbers may run out by August…

New USCIS Rules for Green Card Holders Effective May 2025

Effective 2025, Green Card renewals require the Form I-90 edition 01/20/25, and medical form I-693 must be current. A 1%…

Next Steps After I-140 Approval When I-485 Is Not Filed Yet

To progress after I-140 approval, file Form I-485 only when your priority date is current and you are in the…