EB2 I485 application

[AruKrish]

Hello,

Thanks much for all the valuable information.

I've currently applied for GC under EB2 category and the PD is current.

I am currently not in US. So, few questions.

1. How much time I have before I need to be in US for I-485 application ?

2. I applied GC using L Visa. Can i now travel in business / visitor visa for 485 application?

3. Once I-485 is applied , how long do I need to stay in US before I can return to my home country? Meaning, do i need to wait for any kind of receipt ?

Thanks much again for all the great support !

[pontevecchio]

If you originally opted for AOS rather than CP you should now opt for Consular Processing. I hope you do understand the concept of Permanent Resident in view of your last question. If time is needed convert to CP. I assume you were not born in any of the backlogged countries since your recent EB2 filing is current. What does your Employer aka GC sponsor say about the matter?

[AruKrish]

My sponsor does not allow CP. I am currently in India .

So, how long do I have before I need to be in the U.S. ?

Also, my 3rd question is related to the 2nd. If I were to temporarily travel using visitor visa, then how long do I need to stay in US to complete my application ?

[pontevecchio]

You cannot enter on a tourist visa to change status to PR. If your employer needs your services they can send you in L1 status assuming you are genuinely coming to work here in L1 status. Why would you want to leave after changing status?