eb3retro
04-10 10:45 AM
wow...New Jersey is really becoming a place for Scumbag employers huh...
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hydboy77
08-21 01:01 PM
There is no such thing as a cooperative employer in this economy. I will give you an example, recently in my wife's company they had advertised for a genuine job and on the first day they recieved 200 applications!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!. The hr after one week has not been able to review just the first day responses. because of situation like this no company is willing to even file for eb3 labor leave alone eb2. Because they cannot justify a perm labor when they are recieving dozens if not hundreds of resumes. It is because of situations like this that labor department is becoming stricter and stricter by the day. The post below seems to suggest even if you get audited you will get approved in 1.5 to 2 years. In this environment where unemployment is rampant there is very little chance of success in getting perm approval even in eb3 so dont be under any illusion that no matter what perm would be approved. It will not be approved under current market conditions because of hundres of resumes to perm advertisemsnts. it is because of this reason that a vast majority of companies have decided not to sponsor green cards. there is no such thing as a "coperative employer" in this economic conditions. Companies are being forced to send employees away from US because there 6 years of h1 are comming to an end and they are not able to file green card in this economic conditions.
OP - If you have a cooperative employer, I would say go for it. Given the rate at which EB2-I is progressing, you will get GC much sooner although the PERM process for EB2 may take a long time. Assuming you get an audit on your PERM, even if the entire process takes 1.5 years, you can get your 140 in PP and once your PD is ported, you are current. Even if the entire process takes 2 years (worst case), it's worth the effort. EB3-I will move at a very slow pace. As others suggested, you wont see significant movement till EB2-I is current.
Financially, the porting would make a lot of sense too. Assuming a family of 2, you are spending close to $1000 (or even more) per year on the AP and EAD renewals, not to mention the employer's cost of renewing the H1. When you go to your HR for starting the EB2 process, you want to put it in terms of how it's financially viable for the company. When you do the math, it's a win win for both the employer and the employee in the long run if you get the GC earlier.
I'd say go for it. Good luck!
OP - If you have a cooperative employer, I would say go for it. Given the rate at which EB2-I is progressing, you will get GC much sooner although the PERM process for EB2 may take a long time. Assuming you get an audit on your PERM, even if the entire process takes 1.5 years, you can get your 140 in PP and once your PD is ported, you are current. Even if the entire process takes 2 years (worst case), it's worth the effort. EB3-I will move at a very slow pace. As others suggested, you wont see significant movement till EB2-I is current.
Financially, the porting would make a lot of sense too. Assuming a family of 2, you are spending close to $1000 (or even more) per year on the AP and EAD renewals, not to mention the employer's cost of renewing the H1. When you go to your HR for starting the EB2 process, you want to put it in terms of how it's financially viable for the company. When you do the math, it's a win win for both the employer and the employee in the long run if you get the GC earlier.
I'd say go for it. Good luck!
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nozerd
08-07 03:46 PM
I landed in Canada in April 2005 so I have until April 2008. However if I decide to do this I may move by Jan 2008 latest ( probaly earlier - If you are from a warm state I would urge you never to move to Canada in winter because your life will be hell. Getting used to a new place is bad enough without the clold weather).
I would love to be an optimist but Im not certain my PD will be current in 1 yr. I think we all underestimate the 245 i angle. If however my PD does get current then this whole issue is null and void.
vijaysammeta
As long as your wife is getting paid by Canadian Payroll as a Canadian employee she should be fine. Even better if pay is in canadian dollars and being deposited in a canadian bank account. This should not be an issue.
I would love to be an optimist but Im not certain my PD will be current in 1 yr. I think we all underestimate the 245 i angle. If however my PD does get current then this whole issue is null and void.
vijaysammeta
As long as your wife is getting paid by Canadian Payroll as a Canadian employee she should be fine. Even better if pay is in canadian dollars and being deposited in a canadian bank account. This should not be an issue.
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p_kumar
09-21 04:36 PM
My checks were cashed today.I found the LIN numbers on the back and checked the online case status.It says, we received your application for I-485 on sept 18th.:eek:
I dont understand.my attorney mailed it on July 23rd. why almost 2 months gap?.
EB3, PD: Oct 2003
I-140 Approved.
I-485 reached on July 24th,2007.
I dont understand.my attorney mailed it on July 23rd. why almost 2 months gap?.
EB3, PD: Oct 2003
I-140 Approved.
I-485 reached on July 24th,2007.
hindu_king
09-15 02:18 PM
I am still waiting for my card, but I received a FP notice yesterday. I think I'll get my card once I am done with my FP.
Thats great. Atleast something is happening. On your welcome notice, did it say that you'll need new finger prints? My welcome notice said I'll get my card in 3 weeks, did not mention anything about FP.
Thats great. Atleast something is happening. On your welcome notice, did it say that you'll need new finger prints? My welcome notice said I'll get my card in 3 weeks, did not mention anything about FP.
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Dhundhun
08-05 01:45 PM
I think over this issue several times (my kids are of this age).
A person (Indian) with green card marrying to an Indian Citizen (whether in Indian or on H1 Visa or on F1 Visa) offers no help but adds misiries to spouse and family.
Somtimes I think, it to be a pressure technique - hey now you have GC and you are unmarried - so marry American (or GC holder) and contribute to growth and well being of those who are already in US.
My 2 cents on this situation.
A person (Indian) with green card marrying to an Indian Citizen (whether in Indian or on H1 Visa or on F1 Visa) offers no help but adds misiries to spouse and family.
Somtimes I think, it to be a pressure technique - hey now you have GC and you are unmarried - so marry American (or GC holder) and contribute to growth and well being of those who are already in US.
My 2 cents on this situation.
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lazycis
12-20 12:52 PM
Recent update from Murthy seems to confirm our theory that I-140 has to be approved to interfile
Interfiling Issues : Cannot Switch I-140 Petition from Primary to Dependent
�MurthyDotCom
Interfiling is a procedure that allows an applicant to change the I-140 petition upon which the I-485 is based. Essentially, the I-485 is filed based on an I-140 petition, but the applicant wants to proceed through a new or different I-140 petition. Interfiling permits the individual to "switch" the I-140 upon which the I-485 is based.
�MurthyDotCom
In a scenario where both husband and wife have independent I-140 petitions filed by their respective employers, and where there is a set of I-485s (one for the primary spouse and one for the derivative spouse) filed with regard to one of the I-140s, there is no option of interfiling based upon an I-140 approval for the derivative spouse. This is because the roles of derivative spouse and primary applicant would have to be reversed in this situation. There is no mechanism when interfiling to shift applications from derivative to primary and from primary to derivative, therefore making them improperly filed with the other I-140 petition. Of course, if the same person has an EB3 and now an EB2 I-140 petition, the USCIS will allow the EB2 I-140 approval to replace the previously-filed EB3 I-140 petition approval.
Interfiling Issues : Cannot Switch I-140 Petition from Primary to Dependent
�MurthyDotCom
Interfiling is a procedure that allows an applicant to change the I-140 petition upon which the I-485 is based. Essentially, the I-485 is filed based on an I-140 petition, but the applicant wants to proceed through a new or different I-140 petition. Interfiling permits the individual to "switch" the I-140 upon which the I-485 is based.
�MurthyDotCom
In a scenario where both husband and wife have independent I-140 petitions filed by their respective employers, and where there is a set of I-485s (one for the primary spouse and one for the derivative spouse) filed with regard to one of the I-140s, there is no option of interfiling based upon an I-140 approval for the derivative spouse. This is because the roles of derivative spouse and primary applicant would have to be reversed in this situation. There is no mechanism when interfiling to shift applications from derivative to primary and from primary to derivative, therefore making them improperly filed with the other I-140 petition. Of course, if the same person has an EB3 and now an EB2 I-140 petition, the USCIS will allow the EB2 I-140 approval to replace the previously-filed EB3 I-140 petition approval.
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sandiboy
09-20 08:15 PM
I just received an email from USCIS that my wife's EAD has been approved.
RD 07/02, FP 09/04, PD 05/06
Is this a LINxxx or a SRCxxx case number?
RD 07/02, FP 09/04, PD 05/06
Is this a LINxxx or a SRCxxx case number?
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Canadian_Dream
10-17 02:50 PM
Your AP is most likely approved. The LUD on AP is generally an indication that they have requested it to be printed. (Similar to card production ordered). Unlike EAD there is no status associated with this, in another few days you will see the status changed to Document Mailed to the Applicant. This is for everyone with LUD on AP without change in status.
Folks i got a LUD on my AP 7 days back and again LUD 5 days back. But the status didn't change nor i get any letter of so far.
Does this means i'm on my way to a RFE :) If they send RFE does that gets reflected on the Online Status ??
Thanks much!
Folks i got a LUD on my AP 7 days back and again LUD 5 days back. But the status didn't change nor i get any letter of so far.
Does this means i'm on my way to a RFE :) If they send RFE does that gets reflected on the Online Status ??
Thanks much!
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copsmart
07-08 04:37 PM
I really empathize with your frustration! In fact, I'm also in the same boat.
My EAD renewal was filed on May 18th, and the RFE was issued on June 25th. I've not received the RFE yet, and I was told to wait for 15 days. Also, the CS Rep told me that the 90 day clock stops after the RFE was issued.
Not knowing the reason for the RFE is causing too much stress than the actual wait. At this point, I've no other choice than waiting. My EAD and Driver's License expires on Aug 10th.
This is the reason why I tried to maintain H1B. On H1, at least you can work if you have a renewal receipt. Unfortunately, I lost that status last year when I was laid off during recession.
Please check your PM.
Good luck to you.
Hi,
I self e-filed my EAD application and the Receipt date is 6/7/10. They called for Biometrics which is done.
I got an email saying that they have sent a RFE. Waited for 10 days, still no signs of RFE. When I called USCIS, they asked me to wait for 15 days. When I called after 15 days, they created a Service Request to re-mail the RFE. Now they say, I have to wait for 45 days. When I asked them if they will extend my deadline to reply to the RFE, she said she doesn't know.
Has anyone been in this situation ?
What kind of RFE will they send for an EAD extension.
I sent my 485 receipt and a copy of my EAD when I e-filed.
How many days do they usually give to respond to the RFE ?
Any feedback is appreciated.
Thanks.
My EAD renewal was filed on May 18th, and the RFE was issued on June 25th. I've not received the RFE yet, and I was told to wait for 15 days. Also, the CS Rep told me that the 90 day clock stops after the RFE was issued.
Not knowing the reason for the RFE is causing too much stress than the actual wait. At this point, I've no other choice than waiting. My EAD and Driver's License expires on Aug 10th.
This is the reason why I tried to maintain H1B. On H1, at least you can work if you have a renewal receipt. Unfortunately, I lost that status last year when I was laid off during recession.
Please check your PM.
Good luck to you.
Hi,
I self e-filed my EAD application and the Receipt date is 6/7/10. They called for Biometrics which is done.
I got an email saying that they have sent a RFE. Waited for 10 days, still no signs of RFE. When I called USCIS, they asked me to wait for 15 days. When I called after 15 days, they created a Service Request to re-mail the RFE. Now they say, I have to wait for 45 days. When I asked them if they will extend my deadline to reply to the RFE, she said she doesn't know.
Has anyone been in this situation ?
What kind of RFE will they send for an EAD extension.
I sent my 485 receipt and a copy of my EAD when I e-filed.
How many days do they usually give to respond to the RFE ?
Any feedback is appreciated.
Thanks.
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gimme_GC2006
07-19 03:50 PM
It is in the bottom of the first page of I-485 application form. It says "Fill in box if G-28 is attached to represent the applicant"
Your employer or lawyer can certainly fill it in but they would need your signatures on the G-28 form. Without your signatures, no one can represent you as it is YOUR application.
yes..I can see it now..thanks though.
I hope my employer wont ask me to give G-28 now.
Your employer or lawyer can certainly fill it in but they would need your signatures on the G-28 form. Without your signatures, no one can represent you as it is YOUR application.
yes..I can see it now..thanks though.
I hope my employer wont ask me to give G-28 now.
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gumnam_guy
07-18 04:33 PM
Funds, There are more ideas than funds. For every new campaign, plan, we need funds. So it is an ever needed commodity. We can do a lot and lobby effectively, we just need more funds, plain and simple. Inspite of several hundreds contributing, it is not enough. Remember IV is a non-profit, so every penny is accounted for. People handling money (core IV) are sincere, honest hardworking people on work-visas, they have much to lose from not being accountable. And the most important thing is, please take a look at these hard-working IV CORE PEOPLE, please. Some of them have put thousands of dollars (I mean 5 and ten thousand) into this effort. I am not counting personal expenses, travelling to DC, lost work hours etc.
So your $100 at the bowling arena, or $50 at dinner or $35 bouquet wont get you much farther, but your recurring contribution to IV will.
Amitjoey,
Don't you think it's a good idea to post:
Total Contributions Received:
Total Expenses:
Balance:
Efforts Undertaken:
On a weekly or monthly basis by the IV Core?
I think that would motivate fellow members to contribute more (or less in some cases).
Gumnam
So your $100 at the bowling arena, or $50 at dinner or $35 bouquet wont get you much farther, but your recurring contribution to IV will.
Amitjoey,
Don't you think it's a good idea to post:
Total Contributions Received:
Total Expenses:
Balance:
Efforts Undertaken:
On a weekly or monthly basis by the IV Core?
I think that would motivate fellow members to contribute more (or less in some cases).
Gumnam
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ivar
03-20 06:47 PM
Friends, my question was timing of porting priority date, to put the question in one line as below,
Earlier I-140, PD Mar 06 from company A if i file new I-140 Eb2 from company B, i am aware that i can port priority but the question is when this can be done, when I apply new I-140 or when after I apply new I-140 or after i get my second I-140 approved.
Thanks.
Earlier I-140, PD Mar 06 from company A if i file new I-140 Eb2 from company B, i am aware that i can port priority but the question is when this can be done, when I apply new I-140 or when after I apply new I-140 or after i get my second I-140 approved.
Thanks.
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gk_2000
05-05 12:54 PM
the suspicious part was the "utter rascals"
lol u asked the question...i was politely restating it for others
Hmmm so what if I find your description "suspicious" because of the word "suspicious"? Me just stated facts buddy. Here is definition of rascal from online free dictionary:
ras�cal (rskl)
n.
1. One that is playfully mischievous.
2. An unscrupulous, dishonest person; a scoundrel.
I mean #2 here. Unscrupulous because they misuse the forum for ranting and bashing others, dishonest because they bash others they perceive as "bad" for their own GC while pretending to be in IV for everyone's good. Scoundrel, because because they operate on multiple ID's
Some are plain old #1, but they harm too.
So, this is my explanation why I used the words "utter rascals". Come on, now you can give me some greens, because it "helped" you to understand what I meant :p
lol u asked the question...i was politely restating it for others
Hmmm so what if I find your description "suspicious" because of the word "suspicious"? Me just stated facts buddy. Here is definition of rascal from online free dictionary:
ras�cal (rskl)
n.
1. One that is playfully mischievous.
2. An unscrupulous, dishonest person; a scoundrel.
I mean #2 here. Unscrupulous because they misuse the forum for ranting and bashing others, dishonest because they bash others they perceive as "bad" for their own GC while pretending to be in IV for everyone's good. Scoundrel, because because they operate on multiple ID's
Some are plain old #1, but they harm too.
So, this is my explanation why I used the words "utter rascals". Come on, now you can give me some greens, because it "helped" you to understand what I meant :p
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rajabeta
09-26 12:23 PM
saw my bank a/c online and saw the checks being cashed. also got LUD on 485. when do you guys think I can expect AP?
I have updated my signature as well
I have updated my signature as well
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eb3retro
09-22 11:31 AM
real problem is we are trying to wake up someone who is pretending to sleep and we can never achieve that. I am starting to feel pessimistic too about this whole bill thing, when they debated for the freakin horse shit for so long where as genuine issues like ours getting delayed..excuse my language, i am just so frustrated and starting to feel there is no light at the end for legal immigrants.
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amitjoey
05-21 06:58 PM
hey can i call u or u call me if i PM u my fone number ?
I have no idea what the lawyers sent. Lot of it was my employers financial statements, ability to pay and profit-loss statements (I guess). I was not privy to any of this.
send me a PM with ur no, will call you.
I have no idea what the lawyers sent. Lot of it was my employers financial statements, ability to pay and profit-loss statements (I guess). I was not privy to any of this.
send me a PM with ur no, will call you.
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ItIsNotFunny
11-18 06:00 PM
I did not invoke AC21 because of the very same reason. My decision had influence of attorney advise.
Hello Gurus,
My I-140 was recently approved. 140-485 filed concurently in July 2007. I have a new job offer and plan to use AC21. However I am worried because the wages at new job would be significantly higher than the old job. There are two reasons for the big difference
1-Desi employer v/s corporate employer
2-Dallas v/s New York
Any comments from people who have faced similar situation will be highly appreciated.
Thanks
Hello Gurus,
My I-140 was recently approved. 140-485 filed concurently in July 2007. I have a new job offer and plan to use AC21. However I am worried because the wages at new job would be significantly higher than the old job. There are two reasons for the big difference
1-Desi employer v/s corporate employer
2-Dallas v/s New York
Any comments from people who have faced similar situation will be highly appreciated.
Thanks
ajju
08-29 01:04 PM
They won't wait for your PD to be current to issue FP Notice.
Also, I don't think (my 2 cents) its advisable to travel before FP.. You never know when it will come and if you miss it... its considered as if you ignored it... They will issue one more FP notice before closing your AOS application...
So its needed to keep track of FP notice...
Also, I don't think (my 2 cents) its advisable to travel before FP.. You never know when it will come and if you miss it... its considered as if you ignored it... They will issue one more FP notice before closing your AOS application...
So its needed to keep track of FP notice...
virald
08-22 09:53 AM
It seems like except for one or two people here, individuals who have applied directly at TSC on 2nd July are getting their checks cashed/receipts this week.
It would be helpful to know if they are done with the transfer of 2nd July cases from NSC to TSC; if so, when and based on that, we can make some educated estimates.
Do you mean they would work on transfer cases first? My undrestanding is, it is based on the date received!:confused:
It would be helpful to know if they are done with the transfer of 2nd July cases from NSC to TSC; if so, when and based on that, we can make some educated estimates.
Do you mean they would work on transfer cases first? My undrestanding is, it is based on the date received!:confused:
