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Location: Boston, MA 02108
Practice Areas: U.S. Immigration Law (100%)
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Posted by icqmehta on 04 Aug 2008
Q.

Maintain GC application while switching employers?

I am approaching my 6th year on H-1B visa. I have an approved labor and pending I-140 with my current employer.

If I change my employer now, will I be able to get an H-1B extension after the 6-year H-1B expiration based on my approved labor?

At what point can I switch jobs AND be able to port my GC application to my new employer?

Thank you, appreciate the service.

User's Location: Dallas, Texas, United States of America
Category: Employment-based Green Card
Posted by Gregory Vartanian on 06 Aug 2008
A. Yes you should be able to get the H-1b extended. You can switch jobs and port once your I-485 Has been pending over 180 days, and the new job is in the same or similar job classification.
 

Gregory Vartanian
Immigration Lawyer
Vartanian & Vartanian, LLP
(617) 523-5689

www.immigrationboston.com

Disclaimer: This information is general in nature and is not intended, nor should it be construed, as legal advice. This post does not create any attorney-client relationship between us. For specific advice about your particular situation, consult an attorney.

Posted by icqmehta on 07 Aug 2008
Q. I'm not clear on this. My question is, can I switch jobs safely even with my I-140 pending?
 
Posted by Gregory Vartanian on 08 Aug 2008
A. yes, as long as it is approvable. Does the company have the ability to pay the wage?
 

Gregory Vartanian
Immigration Lawyer
Vartanian & Vartanian, LLP
(617) 523-5689

www.immigrationboston.com

Disclaimer: This information is general in nature and is not intended, nor should it be construed, as legal advice. This post does not create any attorney-client relationship between us. For specific advice about your particular situation, consult an attorney.

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