Global immigration

Has anyone experienced a situation where a PERM was filed for a Manager-level role, but the individual was not formally promoted to that title - and the firm still proceeded with filing the I-485?
Would real… more

Anyone know how I can get a summer job in Spain in the hospitality industry

What’s the most ridiculous or unexpected fee you’ve had to pay just to keep your legal status? I just spent $400 on a certified translation of my birth certificate and marriage license, only to be tol… more

Anyone in a EB2 NIW that got called to interview to share some tips with me?

Is it just me, or is the digital nomad lifestyle actually kind of lonely compared to a traditional sponsored work visa? I’ve been in Mexico City for four months, and while I love the food, I realized … more

If you had to choose between a fat savings account or a shorter commute and better weather, which would you pick? I’m currently weighing two job offers: one in Lisbon with a lower salary but amazing l… more

Hi all! Curious if anyone at PwC recently left the firm and had to deal with the GC repayment agreement and how much you are asked to pay back. Thank you!

Moving from a high-context culture to the UK has been a massive shock for my corporate communication style. Back home, we’re very direct, but here, something like I hear what you're saying usually… more

My GC was applied in EB1 with a priority date of Dec 2022. I have an EAD and AP but feel like I am stuck with my current job and have been advised to stay with the current job (via which the GC was filed).
… more

Any lawyers here that have applied for and gotten the EB1a approved?

I finally landed a job in Berlin after six months of searching, but the Anmeldung (address registration) process is a total nightmare. I’ve been refreshing the booking page every ten minutes for three… more

Does anyone know if and when Deloitte will unpause perm? I am in audit as a senior manager and have been Stuck since 2022. Are they doing any one-off perms? Or will it resume anytime soon for everyone… more

I married a GC holder back in September and filed the I-130. Those who did the same process, how long before your I-130 got approved? Thanks!

Any PwC folks here - my EB I-485 filing date is current in the March visa bulletin, but Vialto hasn’t been very responsive. For those who’ve gone through the process, do we file this ourselves or do t… more

Has anyone done EB1C working in consulting in the US and can share their experiences? Looking to learn more about the role abroad before the US, process and timelines! Thanks

My wife has received her DOL PERM for EB3 skilled visa. should we submit I140 when coming to the USA or stay outside USA and apply for i140 in home country. What can be the drawbacks of applying from … more

My priority date is 2016 Sept. is it worth pursuing eb1 now given the movement in dates?

My priority date is current since dec’25 but so far no update from uscis. My I485 was concurrently filed already. I am expecting RFE on my medical.

Any suggestions on next steps?

Hi all, need advice.

My H-1B ends Dec 30, 2026. My PERM was filed in Feb 2026, so I won’t hit 365 days before maxing out. My company doesn’t have offices abroad.

What realistic options do I have to stay in the US? … more

Does anyone have any experience of I 140 getting approved in less than couple months without premium processing (anytime recently) ?
My H1B PERM got approved recently and my company's lawyer is sa… more

I’m currently an audit manager. Wondering if I need to re-do PERM if I get an external reporting/accounting manager/assistant controller role in industry. Anyone had experience?

There have been so many h1b related changes lately so i dont even know what’s possible, but

is it still possible to take a 3-6 month sabbatical on h1b?

My firm will pay 20pc of my salary if i take it s… more

Hi All- Am a manager with over 10 years of experience. My perm process was paused and have only 1 year left for my H1B. Deloitte’s process has been paused for a while now. What are my options.. am loo… more

Anyone who is outside US and their I140 is approved, will $100k clause be applicable when raising H1B extension? Since this is a transfer and not a new petition, the amount shouldn’t be applied right?

Anyone from the 39 'high risk' countries received any news on their I-140 filing since the proclamation was issued? Even an RFE?

Hey everyone, I am expecting PERM to get approved in August of 2026. and plan to do Premium processing for I-140. So I can really leave the firm only after 6 months which is sometime in June/July of 2… more

How is the Market for H1B transfers right now in US? Workplace is super toxic and need an out ASAP

Has anyone been able to secure an H-1B consular processing appointment at an Indian U.S. consulate?

Any August to December 2022 Priority Date folks here from EB1C India? Looking for data points on how much time for I 485 approval once dates become current.

Does anyone know about companies that are hiring and offering visa Sponsorship for Puerto Rico? I want to move but I need a Work Visa

Is perm filing still on hold for Deloitte? Any suggestions to navigate through these hold while one’s visa max out date is approaching in couple of months?

If you're here on a work visa what would be the next step in order to acquire your green card?

Relocation cash payment or relocation package where they sort everything out for you?

PD: Sep22
I485 filed concurrently: Oct25
Biometrics: Nov25
With FAD current in Jan26, when can I expect a decision on my i485? When checked with my attorney, they say it would take 12-14 months, is it tr… more

How soon after one gets your green card is it safe to leave one’s job? I’ve been hearing some people say wait for a few months to not get into trouble. Hearing mixed feedback… any lawyers here?

Currently India final action date is Feb 2023, what do you think about timelines if someone has PD for Jan 2024