How Long to Stay with an Employer After Green Card Approval?
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How Long to Stay with an Employer After Green Card Approval?

After getting a green card through employment-based immigration, many wonder how long they must stay with their sponsoring employer. While the “six-month rule” suggests staying for at least six months, it isn’t a strict requirement. If you’ve worked for the employer for years on a temporary visa, there’s no obligation to stay longer. Changing jobs after receiving a green card is allowed, especially under AC21 job portability, as long as certain conditions are met.

A Guide to Key U.S. Immigration Terms and Categories

A Guide to Key U.S. Immigration Terms and Categories

Navigating U.S. immigration law can be overwhelming, especially with the wide range of terms and legal statuses. In this guide, we break down essential immigration terms such as Adjustment of Status, Asylum, and Green Cards, along with a helpful chart outlining the different categories of immigration, including U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, Nonimmigrants, and others. This guide will help you better understand your options whether you are seeking residency, applying for a visa, or exploring humanitarian relief options. Always consult an immigration attorney for detailed advice.

Accompanying and Follow to Join for Green Card Holders
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Accompanying and Follow to Join for Green Card Holders

Family reunification is common for many immigrants in the United States. For green card holders whose families may not have been included on their green card application, their family members may still be able to obtain green cards through either the Accompanying or Follow-to-Join process. This article will cover the rules for accompanying and following to join for qualifying family members of green card holders.