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The DC Federal District Court has scheduled a hearing in DC on motion for preliminary injunction to stop implementing the H4 EAD rule. The hearing is this Thursday, May 21st at 11:30am.
 

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Growth in Indian Students Going Overseas Outpaces China

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Want a Green Card? Invest in Real Estate

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DHS Asks Court to Dismiss Lawsuit Challenging H-4 Work Authorization

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SEVIS Fraud Alert - Scammers are using 'Location Services' on cell phone to find student location

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Graduate Student Sudden Death

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3 Indians Plead Guilty to Student Visa Fraud Charges in US

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US lawmakers move bill to bring in more doctors from India

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The long awaited H4 work permit is going to be here as from May 26, 2015. As such as from May 26, 2015, H4 visa holders or those changing to H4 visa under certain conditions, will be able to apply for an H4 visa work authorization (EAD).  While some are rejoiced by this news, others are still quite confused whether they should apply or not. For example, those who are on OPT and student visas are still wondering whether they should shift to an H4 status and use the work permit. I will recommend talking to a lawyer before you make the move.

Depending on your situation, the H4 work authorization can either be a blessing or not such a blessing. Nonetheless, the H4 EAD is going to be very helpful because:
 

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FY H1B 2016 predictions by Attorney Shah Peerllay

DesiOPT: When will petitioners know about rejections?
Shah Peerally: By beginning of June or End May we should start knowing about rejections.

DesiOPT: What are the risks for Duplicate filing? 
 

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