I 140 Receipt number received Change Employer

[DivyaThumma]

Hello Everyone

Apologies if this has been discussed earlier..

My I 140 was received by USCIS on February 16, 2016. I got my receipt number.. I got a better job offer and would like to move.

1. What would be the impact on the I 140 process for me. Would I have to start all over or can the I 140 be transferred?
2. If the I 140 is not transferred can my old employer still hold onto the I 140 and wait till its gets approved ?

Please let me know any options available..

Thanks
-Divya Thumma

[raghvi]

Hello Everyone

Apologies if this has been discussed earlier..

My I 140 was received by USCIS on February 16, 2016. I got my receipt number.. I got a better job offer and would like to move.

1. What would be the impact on the I 140 process for me. Would I have to start all over or can the I 140 be transferred?
2. If the I 140 is not transferred can my old employer still hold onto the I 140 and wait till its gets approved ?

Please let me know any options available..

Thanks
-Divya Thumma

1. It would have to be refiled if you wish to work for the new employer on a permanent basis in future. I140 cannot be transferred, only priority dates can be retained under certain circumstances.
2. Yes, if they are willing to.

This is my opinion not legal advice.