I-140 approved, PD 04/30/2001 : Will the retrogression affect me ?

[puerthoughts]

Hi,

I am confused about this retrogression. Here is my case details :

I-140/485 Concurrent Filing
Receipt Date for 485: March 22, 2005
Got fingerprinted two times under code 1 and 3
Got I-140 Approved on Oct 13, 2005
The Priority Date for I-140 is April 30, 2001

Here is what confuses me :
1. Can anyone tell me when i might expect something about the I-485 approval ?

2. Also will the retrogression or the visa number shortage affect me ?

3. I am applying for the EAD since my H1 expires in Jan '06. Can i go to india with the EAD or i will have to take the AP and how much time does it take to get the AP ?

Thanks.

 

[genesis1]

1. No one can predict
2. Yes. Retrogession affects you. See the latest visa bulletin
3. You do need Advance Parole. EAD is not a travel re-entry permit.