Already in the US working on an H1B visa, is there a period of time we have to wait before applying for a green card, also, does my employer have to apply for the green card or can I apply myself. Hope someone knows the answer as I can't find out from any of the visa sites. Thanks
hi,
don't quote me on this but,,,,i think,,,
you can apply for a green card as soon as you arrive,
but your employer must apply for it,
we will hopefully be going in october on h1b and will be applying straight away for a green card,
someone please correct me if i'm wrong,
natt
Found this on the USCIS page...
http://www.uscis.gov/graphics/howdoi/h1b.htm#can
Can an H-1B alien intend to immigrate permanently to the U.S.?
Yes. An H-1B alien can be the beneficiary of an immigrant visa petition, apply for adjustment of status, or take other steps toward Lawful Permanent Resident status without affecting H-1B status. This is known as "dual intent" and has been recognized in the immigration law since passage of the Immigration Act of 1990. During the time that the application for LPR status is pending, an alien may travel on his or her H-1B visa rather than obtaining advance parole or requesting other advance permission from Immigration to return to the U.S.
Hope it helps you to find more info. :smile: