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Thanks grunggy, Is I-485 the next step after filing the I-140 or is there anything else in between. Also the current priority dates for my category is 2001 so it might be 3-4 yrs till I get my GC since I aplied in 2005 (just recieved LC). At what point in these 4 yrs roughly will I be filing...

I am on H-1B and just recieved approval letter for my labor certication. I am sending my I-140 papers today. I would like to know when I can get an AP. It depends on the retrogression but would like to know what will be the subsequent stages in this processing and when i can apply for AP. Thanks...

AP seems the to be the way to go. Is there any down-side to it? I mean has anyone experienced any inconvenience by the authorities in India or in the US because of the AP. I say say this since the date on the visa will be a past date that has already expired and there is no apparent update to...

Thank you gc_2006. Is AP a one-time deal or can it be renewed till I get my gc. I am trying to avoid all the hassel of getting an appointment and going to the consulate during what may be a very short visit to India. I am planning to visit in the summer of next year. I could go to canada but...

Chicago Desi Thank you for the reply. Could you please tell me what AP stands for. And when is it achieved during the greencard process (through PERM). Thanks again. Ahad

I am on H-1B which i renewed (first renewal) couple of months ago. I haven't been to India after the renewal so my visa is not stamped yet. I am about to start the labor cirtification i.e. first stage of my greencard process through PERM. After I get the labor certification will I be able to...