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How Indian Couples Can Strategize Green Card Filings in 2025 for Flexibility and Speed

In 2025, Indian couples face extended waits for EB-2 and EB-3 green cards. Using the Visa Bulletin to monitor priority…

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 or quitting…

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 pending I-485.…

Impact of U.S. Immigration Reform on EB Green Card Process for Indians

The EB-5 visa for Indian nationals advanced by 6.5 months in August 2025, improving green card prospects. Investment minimums increased…

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 (16 months).…

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 waiting 180…

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, no new…

How Travel Outside the U.S. Impacts H-1B, H-4, and Green Card Timelines

H-1B and H-4 visa holders and green card applicants must ensure valid visa stamps and Advance Parole when traveling abroad.…