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Many individuals are surprised to learn that even after their EB-1A I-140 petition is approved, the journey to a Green Card isn't done yet. This is where location and your current immigration status become incredibly important for a smooth transition. Once your I-140 is approved, there are two paths to the finish line: * *Adjustment of Status (AOS) - The "Inside Track":* If you're already in the U.S. on a valid non-immigrant visa (especially H-1B or L-1, which allow for "dual intent"), you can often file an Adjustment of Status application. This means you can continue living and working in the U.S. while waiting for your Green Card, changing your status from within. * *Consular Processing - The "Outside Track":* If you are outside the U.S., or if your current U.S. status doesn't allow for AOS, you'll go through Consular Processing. This involves an interview at a U.S. Consulate abroad. You'll need to wait for your priority date to be current and then travel outside the U.S. for your interview. --- Locke Immigration Law helps American companies and skilled immigrants work together. Send us your information to see if we can help you: https://form.fillout.com/t/pHYN45z9aBus Follow Loren Locke on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorenlocke/ --- Want to learn how to strategically frame your achievements for the EB1A "Extraordinary Ability" visa? My free 5-day email course, "5 Days to Your Compelling EB1A Story," provides the 'EB1A Storytelling Toolkit' to help you build a powerful case.