getting promotion after perm approval
GC - PERM & PROMOTION. You must also secure a new position that reflects the need for that masters degree. I mean PERM applied for Software Engineer position and if it gets approved the company applies for I-140 for the same position and after I-140 application give the person the Senior title, will that avoid issues with i-140? My friend's company has applied for his LC. The old I-140 is not going anywhere, though. Once the DOL certifies a PERM an employer can file an I-140 visa petition with the USCIS. Usually, the new job description is written in a way by Employer that helps them avoid the completely new PERM and i140. The site is secure. All posts are moderated, so it will take time for your post to appear! .h1 {font-family:'Merriweather';font-weight:700;} As long as priority date remains current, it can be filed after I-140 approval or at the same time as the I-140. My PERM was filed on Apr 16. The information in this article does not constitute legal advice. As an example, for two employees whose countries of origin are India and Ghana, respectively, who perform work in the same advanced position, the Indian national will need to wait seven to nine years for green card issuance as compared to the employee born in Ghana, who will be eligible to move forward with a green card application immediately once the PERM application is certified. Likewise, wage raises that occur with the passage of time after the PERM is filed do not impact the PERMs continuing validity. | Along with the principal beneficiary lawful permanent resident status is available to their spouse and dependent children. Oh I see. Back to Green Card Discussion Forum (I-140) Ask a Lawyer. How long will H1B amendments usually take for approval ( I am on a non-cap, non-profit H1B). I am quite sure this will warrant an amendment due to the job description. The law firm is suggesting different approach.They are asking my department to open up a NEW "Senior Manager" position and have me apply for it.