Understanding Priority Dates and Visa Bulletin for EB-3 Applicants
EB-3 visas require employer sponsorship, PERM certification, and meeting job qualifications. The Priority Date and Visa Bulletin control…
Articles by & updated by Priya Nair
Trump Administration Proposes Tougher US Citizenship Test Standards
Starting August 2025, the US will enforce a stricter citizenship test and prioritize H-1B visa applicants offering higher…
Rules and Risks for H-1B Holders Taking Breaks or Quitting Jobs
Maintaining H-1B status requires active sponsorship. Following job loss, a 60-day grace period allows transfer petitions. Unauthorized leaves…
Does Each New Employer Need a PERM and I-140 When Switching Jobs During Green Card Wait?
Changing jobs during green card processing may require new PERM and I-140 unless portability applies after 180 days…
Steps and Timelines to Start PERM Labor Certification with a New Employer
PERM certification requires a prevailing wage determination (5 months), recruitment (30–180 days), and a lengthy PERM application process…
How to Retain Your Original Priority Date When Changing Employers
Keep your green card priority date by ensuring a similar job, filing a new I-140 requesting retention, and…
Process and Benefits of Downgrading from EB-2 to EB-3 for Indians
Downgrading EB-2 to EB-3 helps Indian applicants fast-track green card by filing I-485 earlier. It requires employer cooperation,…
Differences Between Adjustment of Status and Consular Processing for Indian Green Card Applicants
Indian green card applicants in 2025 face two main routes: AOS, for legal US residents with current visa…
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…