USCIS allows applicants with a pending I-485 application to switch jobs without jeopardizing their Green Card process under the AC21 provision. If the job change occurs after 180 days of the I-485 filing and the new position is in the same or similar occupational classification, applicants can continue their Green Card journey with the proper notifications.
Key Details:
- Eligibility: Must have a pending I-485 for at least 180 days.
- Job requirement: New role must be in the same or similar occupational classification.
- Notification: Use Supplement J to inform USCIS about the job change.
- Assistance: Legal professionals can help verify job duties and Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) codes.
This guidance provides a pathway for immigrants to maintain their residency status while pursuing new employment opportunities. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: AshooriLaw