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Employment Residency FAQs

1. Can I obtain my residency through employment, if my boss wants to sponsor me?

This topic is covered in our article here. [1]

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2. How can I obtain a U.S. social security number?

This topic is covered in our article here. [3]
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3. What is an Individual Tax ID Number (ITIN), what are its benefits, and how do I get one?

This topic is covered in our article here. [4]
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4. Can my employer use my Tax ID number to pay my wages?

This topic is covered in our article here. [5]
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5. How do I renew my work authorization card? How many months before it expires should I renew it?

This topic is covered in our article here. [6]
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6. If I have an employment residency application pending, can I change employer and continue with my pending application, if the new employer is willing to sponsor me?

This topic is covered in our article here. [7]

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7. How can I declare taxes if I am getting paid in cash?

This topic is covered in our article here. [8]
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8. For an employment-based residency petition, what is the priority date that must be current for me to adjust status? Is it the one for my labor certification, or is it the one for the Form I-140?

This topic is covered in our article here. [9]
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9. What is a labor certification?

This topic is covered in our article here. [10]
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10. What is a prevailing wage?

This topic is covered in our article here. [11]
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11. How do I determine what employment-based residency visa category I qualify for?

This topic is covered in our article here. [12]
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12. How can US residency be lost?

This topic is covered in our article here. [13]
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IMPORTANT NOTE

The information contained here is general in nature and it may not necessarily apply to all situations. It is also subject to change at any point in time. Therefore, under no circumstance it should be construed as legal advice. Please ensure that you consult with an attorney regarding your specific situation before starting a legal process.