Q&A Quicktake: Is It Safe To Downgrade From EB2 to EB3?

SYNOPSIS: Despite the numerous EB2 to EB3 downgrades that happened in Q4 of 2020, I still get asked whether it’s safe to downgrade the I-140 from EB2 to EB3. I understand it’s concerning to jeopardize the existing I-140 approval. As such, in this quicktake I explain why I find it to be a relatively low-risk, high-reward case. However, I do recommend you discuss the individual merits of your case with a qualified attorney! PRESENTER: Sachin Ramesh Raval, Esq., Partner, Ramchand and Raval, PC, an Immigration Law Firm www.IMMLEGAL.COM 646-821-4000

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EB2 to EB3 Conversion and Filing I-485 Concurrently

With Employment Based Third Category (EB3) priority dates moving faster for India, we are frequently asked if a Beneficiary in EB-2 can downgrade and convert their immigrant petition to an EB-3 classification, so that they would be able to file their I-485 and EAD for their entire family sooner (and maybe even concurrently). The answer is YES, it is possible to do so. Here are some Frequently Asked Questions!

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September 25, 2020