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Hi all,
Looking for some guidance on my situation.
- My H1B started in Sep 2022
- Initially worked for a consultancy, then moved to a full-time role with a service-based company on May 1, 2023
- I was told company policy is to start the green card process (I-140) after 3 months of joining
However, it’s been almost 2 years now and they keep delaying the I-140 filing for various reasons.
- My I-797 expired in March 2026, and my H1B extension has been filed in July 2025
- I have about 2 years 5 months left out of my 6-year H1B limit
My concerns:
- If I don’t get my I-140 soon, I may run out of time on H1B
- My employer will most likely file under EB-3
Questions:
- Is there any way to speed up the I-140 or overall GC process?
- Are there better alternatives I should consider at this stage?
- If I switch companies, can a new employer start GC faster?
- What are realistic timelines and costs involved?
Would really appreciate any suggestions or experiences from others in similar situations.
u/BlueberryAwkward3458 — 1 month ago