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Can a Spouse Join Another’s Green Card Process if I-140 is Withdrawn?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…
Understanding Parallel Green Card Processes for Spouses and Their Benefits
Dual spouses can use parallel green card processes by filing separate I-140 petitions with employer sponsorship, keeping valid status, and…
How Does an Approved I-140 Affect Employer Changes and Priority Date Retention?
Applicants with approved I-140 and I-485 pending over 180 days can change to similar jobs without losing green card priority.…