How long do I need to maintain my status while my green card case is pending?
I’m currently maintaining F-1 student status. I’m in the process of an EB-3 unskilled-worker green card case.
I’d like to know how long I should keep maintaining my status.
You should maintain it without fail. At a minimum, we recommend maintaining lawful status through the filing of Form I-485, but if I-485 is ultimately denied, you could lose your status and fall out of status. So we recommend maintaining your status all the way until you finally receive your green card.