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I-485 Portability (AC21) Change employers after 180 days. What if you are laid off before 180 days.

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Old 20th January 2009, 05:58 PM
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Can I use AC21 for independent contractor work?
Hi,

I got laid off from my Oracle Consulting firm - I have an EAD, an approved I140 and my I485 has been pending for 4 years. Can I become an independent contractor to do work in the same field as I was before using AC21? Can this work be with a 1099? Is there any specific paperwork to file in such a case?

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Old 24th January 2009, 12:26 PM
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Hi,

I got laid off from my Oracle Consulting firm - I have an EAD, an approved I140 and my I485 has been pending for 4 years. Can I become an independent contractor to do work in the same field as I was before using AC21? Can this work be with a 1099? Is there any specific paperwork to file in such a case?

Thanks!
For I-485 approval one needs permanent job offer from US employer. better find employer who can give you permanent job offer letter with same/similar job duties as on LCand can give you job. I would not go as independent contractor.
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