Hi. I work for Amazon as BIE and under L1 visa. Amazon initiated my green card process in 2018. I485 filed on December 2018. I140 was approved in Mar 2019. I got my EAD on April 2019. Currently waiting for green card interview. Can I transfer to another company like Google using the EAD card? Thanks
You probably need to wait and file your i485 and have it pending for atleast 180 days before moving just to be safe.
~3 more months and you will have the interview. :)
And then he will need the work for GC sponsor for six months, so now is actually the time to move
What country are you in?
Why wouldn’t you just wait to get everything done? What is so crucial to change companies during such an important moment?
Unforeseen circumstances happened. Just looking for way to cover my bases
You need to file an update to your i140 and consult with lawyers. Potentially that's the right move because after you get GC you need to work for the sponsor for six months or so.
Yes, you can move. Just make sure at least 180 days have passed since the receipt date on your I485 notice. Then you only have to file I485 supplement J and claim job portability as long as the position is the same or similar. If you're SWE and moving to another software something position you'll be fine. If you're moving to some management position that won't allow you to port your application.
OP, did you end up changing companies? I'm in a similar situation. Is there any risk with GC not getting apprpy?
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Ead is unrestricted work authorization, so yes. But you need to check with lawyers since it may potentially result in denial of i485. https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/can-change-employers-while-green-card-application-pending.html