What Is Adjustment of Status for Employment Based Green Cards?
- May 28
- 2 min read
Adjustment of Status is the official immigration process that allows eligible individuals already in the United States to apply for permanent residence without leaving the country. This process is commonly used in employment based immigration cases.
New York based immigration law firm Caglar & Associates, PLLC provides professional legal assistance for employment based immigration petitions, multinational company transfers, and permanent residence applications nationwide.
Who May Qualify?
The following individuals may qualify:
Work visa holders
Company executives
Specialized employees
Highly educated professionals
Skilled workers
International company employees
Main Immigration Categories
Extraordinary ability petitions
Executive and managerial petitions
Advanced degree professional petitions
Skilled worker petitions
Intracompany transfer related cases
Application Process
The employer prepares the petition
Immigration petition is submitted
Adjustment of Status application is filed
Biometrics appointment is completed
Final review process takes place
Required Documents
Passport
Identity documents
Employment authorization records
Employment contracts
Salary records
Tax documents
Educational records
Work experience documentation
Important Legal Considerations
Maintaining lawful status is extremely important.
Missing documents may cause delays.
Biometrics appointments are mandatory.
Address updates must be reported during the process.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is Adjustment of Status?
It is the official immigration process that allows eligible individuals to apply for permanent residence from inside the United States.
Can the application be filed without leaving the United States?
Yes.
Can work authorization be obtained?
Yes.
Can travel authorization be obtained?
Under certain conditions, yes.
Are biometrics required?
Yes.
Can family members be included?
Yes.
Is an interview required?
In some situations, yes.
Can the application be denied?
Yes.
Are tax records important?
Yes.
Is an employment contract required?
Yes.
Is a medical examination required?
Yes.
Are translations required?
Yes. Non-English documents must be translated.
Can job changes affect the process?
Yes.
How long does the process take?
Processing times vary depending on the case.
Can company executives apply?
Yes.
Can highly educated professionals apply?
Yes.
Can filing fees change?
Yes.
Is legal representation important?
Absolutely.
Can employment continue during the process?
Under certain conditions, yes.
When is the physical green card issued?
Timing varies depending on final approval and government processing.
Contact Caglar & Associates, PLLC
Address: 100 Church St 8th Floor, New York, NY 10007, United States
Phone: +1 (646) 874-3575
Attorney Ibrahim Furkan Caglar
New York Bar Number: 6160303
