What if I lose my job while I-485 is pending?
If you have already filed the I-485 application, you are in “authorized status,” and losing your job, in and of itself, does NOT automatically jeopardize your status. You will remain in status until USCIS reviews your case (calls you in for an interview) and denies the I-485 application.
Can you change job after i485?
Simply put, YES, you can change your employment while waiting for final approval of your Green Card application if your I-485 application has been pending for 180 days or more. HOWEVER, there are rules to portability that you must consider, less you face denial of your application.
What if I am laid off before I get my green card?
Although it can be a shock to lose one’s job while waiting for a green card, there is good news. For some , it might still be possible to get U.S. residence. The bad news is that the foreign national will likely need to begin the entire employer sponsorship process over again, with a new employer.
Can I be unemployed on EAD?
If you have a work permit to lawfully work in the U.S. (an EAD), you could be eligible for unemployment insurance benefits if you have lost your job. Here in California, you may qualify for benefits if your hours have been reduced and you don’t need to have lost your job entirely.
How long is EAD valid?
one year
How long can you stay in the US after your EAD expires?
180 days
Can I use my employment authorization card to travel?
If you obtain this card, you may use it to travel abroad and return to the U.S. Upon arriving at a port-of-entry, you should present the card to a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Officer to request parole.
Can I travel outside the US with a work permit?
You cannot travel internationally unless you have received a travel authorization document from USCIS, known as an advance parole document. You are required to obtain such travel authorization if you seek to re-enter the United States after temporary foreign travel.
Can I apply for a real ID if I have DACA?
Many, but not all, states allow DACA recipients to get a REAL ID–compliant license. But states may not issue a REAL ID license to people whose DACA has expired, unless they have another lawful immigration status. DHS reviews states’ procedures to certify that they comply with the REAL ID Act.