Legal Question in Immigration Law in Massachusetts
How long before my H1B visa ends should I apply for EB-2 green card category? can I apply in the 5th or the 6th year of my H1B?
Asked on 12/17/13, 1:21 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Marlene Hemmings
Marlene Hemmings, Attorney at Law
Although you should be addressing this issue with the attorney who filed the H-1B visa on behalf of your employer, the short answer is, as soon as possible.
Labor certifications take a while for prep, recruitment, filing & processing. Moreover, if the labor cert is approved, you still need an approved I-140 petition in order to qualify for the "7th year extension", pursuant to AC21.
Answered on 12/17/13, 1:15 pm