LC approved! Can I file I-140 and I485 concurrently for future job to start next year??

[GregNorman]

LC approved March 2009.
Currently on H1b Visa.
Australian citizen, so EB-2 is current.

LC was approved for job to begin in March 2010.

Can I file I-140 (EB2) and I-485 concurrently now (for this prospective job scheduled to start in March 2010) ??
OR
Do I have to file I-140 (EB2) now, and then wait till job actually starts in March 2010 and only then file I-485??

Please advice.

 

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LC approved March 2009.
Currently on H1b Visa.
Australian citizen, so EB-2 is current.

LC was approved for job to begin in March 2010.

Can I file I-140 (EB2) and I-485 concurrently now (for this prospective job scheduled to start in March 2010) ??
OR
Do I have to file I-140 (EB2) now, and then wait till job actually starts in March 2010 and only then file I-485??

Please advice.

Yes, you can and you should. I would also apply for EAD and AP if you plan to travel.

Good luck!