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Providing excellent service in the area of U.S. immigration law to clients worldwide since 1994.
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Whistleblower Reveals ICE Memo Authorizing Home Entries Without Judicial Warrants

#USImmigration #foreignworkers #foreignstudents

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January 22, 2026 at 3:37 PM
Murthy Success: A Simple Solution in a Complex Immigration Journey
#USImmigration #FamilyBasedImmigration #murthylawfirm
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January 19, 2026 at 2:59 PM
USCIS Interim Final Rule on R-1s Filed for Public Inspection

A USCIS interim final rule on R-1 religious workers has been filed for public inspection in the Federal Register.
#USImmigration #religiousworkers
Preview the rule: public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-00830.pdf
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January 15, 2026 at 2:47 PM
DOS Pausing Visa Processing for Citizens of 75 Countries

#USImmigration #usvisafreeze #visaprocessing #VisaProcess #murthylawfirm

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January 14, 2026 at 6:23 PM
Reported Visa Processing Freeze

DOS has reportedly ordered visa processing to freeze in 75 countries as of 21.Jan.2026 while the consulates revise vetting processes. India does not appear to be on the list. Detailed article to come. #USImmigration #visafreeze #visaprocessing #VisaProcess
January 14, 2026 at 5:42 PM
January 13, 2026 at 1:02 PM
Imposter Social Media Accounts

With the widespread use of AI, bots, and copied assets, bad actors can now create fake profiles, pages, and advertisements that closely mimic real organizations. #genuinesocials #TrustedAccounts #murthylawfirm

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January 12, 2026 at 5:24 PM
USCIS Premium Processing Fees to Increase, Effective 01.Mar.2026

12.Jan.2026, DHS is scheduled to publish a final rule in the Federal Register increasing premium processing fees to go into effect 01.Mar.2026. #USImmigration #PremiumProcessing #immigrationfees #murthylawfirm

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January 9, 2026 at 7:29 PM
Less may be More in Filing I-751 Petition to Remove Conditions

#USImmigration #i751petition #FamilyImmigration #murthylawfirm

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January 8, 2026 at 12:49 PM
Recent Changes and Requirements for Visa Waiver Program Travelers

#USImmigration #TravelDocuments #traveldocs #VWPTravel #murthylawfirm

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January 5, 2026 at 1:02 PM
MurthyAudio: H1B Registration Process (Including Weighted Selection)

Tips for the upcoming H1B cap season and latest trends from the USCIS. #USImmigration #H1BVisa #h1blottery #WeightedSelection #murthylawfirm

Listen here: www.murthy.com/podcast/2026...
December 29, 2025 at 10:50 PM
USCIS Updates Photograph Reuse Policy for Immigration Benefits

#USImmigration #murthylawfirm

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December 29, 2025 at 2:32 PM
DHS Finalizes Weighted Selection Rule for H1B Cap Registrations

#usimmigration #H1BVisa #H1bsponsorship #h1bcap #murthylawfirm

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December 23, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Weighted Selection Process Effective for FY2027 Cap-Subject H1B Petitions

More to come . . .

#usimmigration #H1B #H1BVisa #h1bcap #murthylawfirm
December 23, 2025 at 5:08 PM
USCIS Hold on Asylum and Benefit Applications from High-Risk Countries

#USImmigration #USAsylum #asylumseekers

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December 22, 2025 at 2:47 PM
States Challenge Trump Administration’s $100,000 H1B Petition Fee

#USImmigration #H1BVisa #H1B #H1bsponsorship #h1b100kfee #H1BFeeHike

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December 18, 2025 at 7:14 PM
December 17, 2025 at 9:34 PM
H1Bs Cannot Be “Transferred” – Misconceptions Around H1B Employment Change

MurthyDotCom regularly addresses common questions and misunderstandings about immigration law. Questions around H1B status often arise. #USImmigration #H1BVisa #h1btransfer #murthylawfirm

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December 15, 2025 at 4:36 PM
USCIS Policy Update: New Photo Rules

USCIS now requires photos 3 years old or less, no longer accepts self-submitted photos. USCIS or authorized photos only – tightening identity verification, reducing fraud across key forms. #USImmigration #ImmigrationPhotos #i90 #I485 #N400 #N600 #murthylawfirm
December 12, 2025 at 10:29 PM
Collecting Data on Visa Appointment Issues

Has your nonimmigrant visa interview appointment recently been cancelled or rescheduled? Share your circumstances in the comments to help us and fellow nonimmigrant visa applicants navigate these uncertain times. #USImmigration #NIVappt #murthylawfirm
December 12, 2025 at 7:11 PM
December 11, 2025 at 4:04 PM
DOS to Review Social Media Account of All H1B and H-4 Visa Applicants

As of 15.Dec.2025, DOS expands social media screening to all H1B visa applicants and H-4 family members. #USImmigration #H1B #H1BVisa #h1bdependents #H4Visa #H4EAD #USConsulate #murthylawfirm

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December 5, 2025 at 12:06 PM
USCIS Cuts EAD Validity Periods

USCIS updated Policy Manual reducing max EAD validity for categories, including refugees, asylees, TPS holders, parolees, and applicants for asylum or adjustment. #USImmigration #eadvalid #eadwork #refugees #asylumseekers #TPS #adjustmentofstatus #murthylawfirm
December 4, 2025 at 9:16 PM
New USCIS Guidance on Country-Specific Facts and Discretionary Benefits Requests
#USImmigration #proclamation10949 #travelbans #murthylawfirm

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December 4, 2025 at 8:11 PM