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Steps to Take if Your PERM or I-140 Is Denied: Appeals and Refiling Options
If denied, file PERM or I-140 appeals or motions within 30 days. Refiling is unlimited for both. PERM appeals may…
Impact of Layoffs and Employment Gaps on H-1B and Green Card Eligibility
H-1B visa holders with approved I-140s have 60 days after job loss to find a new job or change status.…
Can a Spouse Join Another’s Green Card Process if I-140 is Withdrawn?
You cannot switch automatically from an employment-based I-140 to your spouse’s family-based green card process. Your spouse must file Form…
Key Legal and Immigration Pitfalls for Indian Families During Long Green Card Waits
Indian families face prolonged green card waits, needing to maintain valid visas and respond quickly to USCIS requests. Updated filing…
How AC21 Portability Works When Changing Jobs After Filing I-485
Applicants with I-485 pending 180+ days and approved I-140 can use the AC21 rule to change jobs in similar occupations.…
Can One Spouse’s Green Card Process Save Family If Other Fails or Job Lost?
Employment-based green card families risk losing eligibility if the main applicant loses their job before 180 days pending. Family-based applications…
How H-4 EAD Benefits Dependents After Primary Applicant’s I-140 Approval
H-4 spouses with approved I-140 can apply for EAD to work legally in the U.S. Early renewals benefit from a…
Can I Take a Work Break Over 60 Days While Waiting for My Priority Date?
H-1B visa holders must maintain employment or valid status while waiting for their green card priority date. A 60-day grace…