Changing Employers On R1 Visa

Summary

R1 visa holders in california can change employers by notifying uscis and having their new employer file a petition. They must also maintain r1 status until the new petition is approved. For more details, contact los angeles immigration court at (213) 894-2811.

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I am a religious worker and i have an i485 application pending. I already have an approved EAD. Is it possible for me to change employers?
What is the nature of your current employment and the proposed new employment?

Generally, with an approved EAD, you can change employers. However, specifics may vary based on your case.
Religious . The proposed employment is also religious
What is your current visa status? In general, religious workers with an approved EAD can change employers, but specifics may vary based on visa status.
R1
In North Dakota, R1 visa holders can change employers but must:

- Notify USCIS
- New employer must file a petition
- Maintain R1 status until new petition is approved

For more details, contact Fargo Immigration Court at (*) *-*.
But i will be going to a different state
Which state will you be moving to? The rules might vary depending on the state.
California
In California, R1 visa holders can also change employers but must:

- Notify USCIS
- New employer must file a petition
- Maintain R1 status until new petition is approved

For more details, contact Los Angeles Immigration Court at (*) *-*.