From F-1 to I-485

[lincoln1986]

Hi guys, your advice really be very helpfull , as long as I`m trying to do all the job myself, honestly can`t afford 5000$ to get a lawyer.

So, I had a visitor visa, which expired and now I`m at F-1 (around a year and couple of month), I want to change my status and get a green card. The only way is to file: "extraordinary ability" (athlete/sportsmen). Though I`m not sure, should I file I-140? as long as I know, I-140 is for employed ppl, and I do not work. But the instructions of uscis website, said I should do so.
I think, I should file I-485 and wait till I it be approved, is that the right way?

and also, whats gonna happen with my F-1, while the department takes care of my case? Should I stop going to school as soon as I file the documents or I should wait before they answer me back after 3 month?

Thank you in advance )

 

[Jackolantern]

I-140 doesn't require an employer if filing as extraordinary ability.

However, if you are in a sport that has a professional league in the US, and you haven't been given an offer to play in that league, USCIS won't believe that you have "extraordinary ability".

On what basis do you think you qualify for an extraordinary ability green card in sports? Did you compete in the Olympics? Have you been signed by professional baseball/basketball/NFL/soccer/hockey/UFC?

There is a high burden to convince USCIS of your extraordinary ability. Make sure to get a lawyer to do it right.