USCIS allows certain employment-based Green Card holders to change employers while keeping their application active, provided specific conditions are met. This process, known as “Portability,” applies to individuals with an approved I-140 petition and a pending I-485 application for more than 180 days.
Key Details:
- Eligibility: Must have an approved I-140 and a pending I-485 for over 180 days.
- Process: Use Form I-485J to port your case to a new employer in a similar position.
- Work Authorization: Valid work authorization is required to start working for the new employer, typically through an H-1B transfer or an approved Employment Authorization Document.
- Important Note: The original employer cannot withdraw the I-140 petition before the 180-day mark, or the case will be terminated.
This information is crucial for immigrants considering job changes while their Green Card applications are in process. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: John Q. Khosravi