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Mar 24th 2011, 5:11 pm

pcuz

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Green Card then new Job

Hi,

My employer is putting me through the Green Card process. Once this is completed do I have to stay working for them? Or can I leave at anytime once I have the card in my hand to find work elsewhere?

Thanks!!

Mar 24th 2011, 5:28 pm

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I believe you can work for anyone once you have the green card, as long as there is nothing in your contract that says otherwise.

Mar 24th 2011, 5:35 pm

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Once this is completed do I have to stay working for them?

No, unless there is a clause in your work contract that says you must remain working for them for however long afterwards.

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... can I leave at anytime once I have the card in my hand to find work elsewhere?

Yes.

Ian

Mar 24th 2011, 5:37 pm

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No, unless there is a clause in your work contract that says you must remain working for them for however long afterwards.

Yes.

Ian

That's what I hoped!! Not planning on moving but wanted to understand my options! Thanks for the quick response!

Mar 24th 2011, 5:57 pm

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That's what I hoped!! Not planning on moving but wanted to understand my options! Thanks for the quick response!

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