Successfully Assisted a Client Who Was Previously Associated with Integra Technologies Inc. to Obtain H-1B Visa from US Consulate in India ( November 2023)

In November 2023, our office assisted a client in obtaining their H-1B visa at the U.S. Consulate in India.

As an F-1 visa international student, our client participated in the OPT program and was hired by Integra. Unbeknownst to the client, Integra Technologies Inc., Andwill, and Wireclass appeared to be possible shell companies. These companies used elaborate means to entice mostly Indian students to pay for training in exchange for obtaining temporary employment to fulfill the requirements of F-1 OPT. They allegedly promised to provide training services, networking opportunities, and internships perceived to be legitimate employment opportunities. Many F-1 students relied on their promises and received job offers from them.

After NBC Bay Area's investigation exposed Integra, Andwill, and Wireclass's questionable nature, USCIS relentlessly pursued former students who were previously associated with Integra, Integra, Wireclass, and AZTech. USCIS issued Requests for Evidence, Notices of Intent to Deny ("NOID"), and conducted interviews with USCIS Fraud Detection Officers, alleging misrepresentation and fraud. Many of the students and former students also had their F-1 and H-1B visas revoked.

Previously, in 2022, our client’s H-1B and Change of Status petition was denied due to their past association with Integra. Our office assisted our client with filing a lawsuit in federal district court challenging the wrongful denial. Within 2 weeks after we filed our lawsuit, USCIS reversed course and approved the H-1B petition and Change of Status application.

In 2023, our client returned to India to visit family and submitted their H-1B visa application at U.S. Consulate. Although initially, our client was eligible for interview waiver, they were subsequently scheduled for an interview. Knowing that many other visa applicants have been denied of visas stemming from their association with these OPT employers, our office proactively prepared the client for the interview by reviewing the case file and conducting mock interviews with our client. As expected, our client was questioned on their past association with Integra. Since our client was well-prepared, after a few days, they were issued a visa. The firm is very pleased with the results we have achieved for our client.

If you were previously associated with FINDREAM, SINOCONTECH, Integra Technologies, AZTech Technologies, Tellon Trading, Inc., Arecy, CG Max Design Corporation, or XCG Design Corp in any manner or capacity, it is important to consult with an experienced attorney immediately to advise you and to identify potential problems early in your case and develop a strong case strategy before applying for any immigration benefits.

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