Can I change from employment-based second preference to third preference?
Hello. I’m going through employment-based immigration. I originally had a master’s degree, so I was eligible for second preference, but for various reasons, I proceeded under third preference.
I’d like to know if I can now switch my filing to second preference to speed up the time it takes to obtain my green card.
Yes, this may be possible depending on what stage you’re at. For example, if I-140 is still under review, this is possible. If I-140 and I-485 were filed concurrently, your current status must still be valid. Please keep this in mind.