How does changing employers affect someone already holding an approved employment-based green card petition (I-140)?

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leah donovan · Accepted Answer

If the I-140 is approved and the I-485 has been pending 180+ days, portability rules may allow them to switch jobs in the same field.

mason carrington · Answer

If the new job is in a different occupation, the petition may no longer qualify.

natalie brooks · Answer

The priority date from the first I-140 is often retained for the new petition.

owen gallagher · Answer

If the sponsoring employer withdraws too early, the green card case could be jeopardized.

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