USCIS limits H-1B extensions to one year for applicants with a pending I-485 adjustment of status application and a current priority date. This policy, rooted in the American Competitiveness in the Twenty-First Century Act (AC21), aims to encourage a transition to permanent residency rather than indefinite H-1B renewals.
Key Details:
- H-1B extensions capped at one year once priority date is current.
- Standard extensions of three years are not applicable in this scenario.
- The policy is designed to motivate applicants to pursue permanent residency.
- Valid H-1B status must be maintained during the green card adjudication process.
This limitation impacts H-1B holders by requiring them to align their immigration strategies with the goal of obtaining permanent residency rather than relying on H-1B status indefinitely. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: Swapnil Devre