QUESTION
Can I change my job title after getting a green card?
Asked on Mar 20th, 2013 on Immigration - Michigan
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I got my green card two months ago as part of EB-1C process employment based international manager. Can I change position within the company and move from a lead position to a Product Manager role? Would it help if I wait another month? Thanks!
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Thomas J. Rosser
Once you have actually received your I-551 "green card" and admitted to lawful permanent resident (LPR) status there are no further limitations on your employment authorization. You may change positions, titles, locations, employers, etc. without any immigration implications.
Answered on Mar 21st, 2013 at 7:33 AM
Hi, You can change your job within the company after you receive your green card under EB-1C. If you qualified under EB-1C, and you indeed were working in a job position that was suitable for EB-1C, you are able to change your job duties after you receive the green card.
Answered on Mar 21st, 2013 at 6:41 AM
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You can certainly change your position in the organization after getting the green card. Recall however that the E1-3 was about being a "multinational executive/manager". Thus, it is best (to avoid issues of fraud) to stay in that classification if you change jobs within the organization. Thus, the responsibilities that you have should continue to be managerial/executive in nature.
Answered on Mar 21st, 2013 at 6:33 AM
It is best to wait at least 90 days before changing jobs.
Answered on Mar 21st, 2013 at 6:32 AM
Consult with an attorney to review all the facts. May be able to.
Answered on Mar 21st, 2013 at 5:24 AM