By Luu Law PC
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February 26, 2025
In June 2024, our office represented a client in overcoming allegations of misrepresentation and fraud related to their association with Smoothies Technology Inc. As an F-1 visa holder, a foreign student is permitted to study in the United States. F-1 visa holders are eligible to extend their stay through Optional Practical Training (OPT), a program that allows students to obtain temporary employment in their field of study. Unbeknownst to many F-1 international students, FINDREAM founder Weiyun “Kelly” Huang and the corporations she established were convicted of conspiracy to commit visa fraud in 2020. Huang used deceptive means to lure students into paying for her services in exchange for securing temporary employment to fulfill OPT requirements. FINDREAM falsely promised training services, networking opportunities, and internships that appeared to be legitimate employment opportunities. Many F-1 students fell victim to the fraud perpetrated by Huang and her accomplices. Following the convictions of the perpetrators, USCIS has relentlessly pursued student victims of this fraud as “knowing co-conspirators” if they were previously employed by FINDREAM, SINOCONTECH, Integra Technologies, AZTech Technologies, Tellon Trading Inc., Andwil LLC, Wireclass, New Beast, Smoothies Technology Inc., and ApexIT Technologies Inc. After our client’s F-1 OPT period ended, they returned to their home country for nearly a decade. In 2024, when they applied for an immigrant visa, they initially underwent a routine immigrant visa interview at the U.S. Consulate. However, they later received an email from the Fraud Prevention Unit requesting a secondary interview. During the secondary interview, the client was subjected to multiple interrogations and ultimately faced the denial of their immigration petition. The Fraud Prevention Unit officer accused our client of being a co-conspirator with Smoothies Technology Inc. and expressed disbelief in their testimony. Attorney Nguyen D. Luu and our legal team took on the case to assist the client in overcoming the misrepresentation allegations. We strategically guided them in rebutting the willful misrepresentation and fraud allegations made by USCIS. The evidence we presented sufficiently demonstrated that the client had not made false representations to obtain a benefit under U.S. immigration laws. Even if any false statement had been made, it was neither willful nor material, thereby overcoming all allegations. A finding of misrepresentation or fraud has severe immigration consequences. It can render a non-citizen inadmissible for life, potentially imposing a permanent bar to obtaining permanent residency unless USCIS grants a waiver at its discretion. Our firm is pleased to share that after the secondary interview, our client was scheduled for a third interview, during which their immigrant visa was approved and issued. If you were previously associated with FINDREAM, SINOCONTECH, Integra Technologies, AZTech Technologies, Tellon Trading Inc., Arecy, CG Max Design Corporation, XCG Design Corp, Andwil LLC, Wireclass, Codersdata LLC, New Beast, Smoothies Technology Inc., or GlobalITExperts in any manner or capacity, it is crucial to consult with an experienced immigration attorney. Professional legal guidance can help identify potential issues early and develop a strong case strategy before applying for any immigration benefits. Our office has became aware that in many instances, F-1, H-1B visa holders or even green card holders, most from India and China, are being refused admission at the U.S. port of entry, issued Notice of Intent to Deny or Request for Evidence, interviewed by USCIS Fraud Detection Officers, subjected to expedited removal orders, and finding of inadmissibility for misrepresentation and fraud, if they previously held work authorization by association with above companies. 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