

I-765 Processing Time by Service Centers (Real Cases + USCIS Benchmarks)
Currently, the average processing time for Form I-765 across all USCIS service centers, including all categories, is 6.5 months for 80%..


Current I-539 Processing Time for Change of Status to H4, B1/B2, L, F, M, or J visa
This page shows the current processing times for Form I-539 if you have applied for a change of status to H4, B1/B2, L2, F, M, or J visa...


H1B to J2 Change of Status - Processing Time and Documents Required
Change of status from H1B to J2 visa is a very rare case, usually, it's the opposite, people on J visas try to get H1B.


How to Apply for J2 EAD: New/Renewal Application and Processing Times
The J2 EAD (Employment Authorization Document) allows dependents of J1 visa holders to work in the US. J2 EAD extension/renewal is ...


Sample Statement of Reason (J1 Waiver)
Many people have been commenting on my J1 waiver blogs that they would like an example/template/sample for the Statement of Reason...


J1 Visa Waiver Application Process and Timeline (Introduction)
J1 visa is a non-immigrant visa granted to individuals who wants to participate in exchange visitors program in United States.


Transitioning from J1 Visa to Green Card: A Guide to Permanent Residency for Postdoc
My transition from a J1 visa to a Green Card: As a postdoc on a J1 visa until 2022, I see value in sharing my journey to benefit fellow J1..


J1 Visa to H1B: How to do Change of Status for Postdoc?
If you work in the academy as postdoc and your J1 visa is about to end then you have to file a change of status before your J1 visa ends.


J1 Visa Rules: 2-Year Home Residency Requirement and Travel Restrictions
Most of the J1 visas are subjected to 2 year home residency rule if not all. This requirement is a part of US law, in the immigration...


J1 Visa Waiver Attorney Fee - Is It a Wise Expense?
Are you looking for the best J1 visa lawyers near you because you are subjected to 2-year home residency requirement 212(e) and you need...


How to find a Postdoc Position in the USA? Simple Facts which would help you.
Searching for a postdoctoral position in the USA, how I end up finding a postdoc position at the University of California from India.


Premium Processing for OPT EAD (I-765), Green Card (I-140), EB2 NIW, I-539 - Processing Time and Fee
USCIS Premium Processing offers a way to expedite your application for an additional fee. In this blog, I'll explain premium processing...


How to Update or Change Address for J1 Waiver (at Stage 3)
How to change the address for the pending J1 waiver application?


J1 Visa Program in the USA: Eligibility, Rules, Requirements and Application
A J1 visa in the USA is an exchange visitor visa that falls under the non-immigrant visa category. Individuals who are outside the US...


J1 Visa Program USA: The Ultimate Guide
This J1 visa guide provides valuable information for J1 students participating in the J1 visa program in the USA. It covers most of the...


What Should You Know About J1 Visa Duration and Processing Time
A lot of us wonder how long we can stay on a J1 exchange visitor visa. Once you get the J1 visa the minimum stay is for 3 weeks and the ...


NORI Cover Letter for Home Department (J1 Waiver Stage 2)
I am sharing my NORI cover letter for the J1 visa waiver (as mentioned in stage 2) for the Home Department of State. If you are looking...


J2 Work Permit and Processing Time
J2 work permit (EAD) application processing time can take between 3-5 months. I am sharing our journey about J2 visa work permit and I...


J2 visa EAD sample cover letter
I am sharing the J2 EAD application sample cover letter which I used for filing our J2 visa EAD and extension. My J2 EAD was approved...


J1 Visa Waiver Application Process - Stage 3 (Department of State J1 Waiver)
There are three stages in obtaining J1 visa waiver. This post highlights all the steps required to finish stage 3 of J1 waiver.