Switching from L1A to H1B visa status within the same company does not automatically invalidate an approved EB1-C I-140 petition. This clarification addresses a common misconception among immigrants regarding the need to file a new petition when changing visa types or roles within the same employer.
Key Details:
- An approved EB1-C I-140 remains valid even after a change from L1A to H1B status.
- Eligibility criteria that supported the original EB1-C petition must still be met.
- No new petition is required solely due to a change in visa type or job title.
- This knowledge can help save significant time and legal expenses for affected individuals.
Understanding this aspect of immigration law can alleviate unnecessary procedural delays for many immigrants navigating their visa options.
Source: Swapnil Devre