Should I Change Employers?
Evaluate the risk of transferring your H-1B. Compare sponsorship quality, wages, and understand the impact on your green card timeline.
What to Know Before Changing H-1B Employers
H-1B portability allows you to start working for a new employer as soon as they file an H-1B transfer petition (I-129). You don't need to wait for approval. However, the impact on your green card process depends heavily on your I-140 status.
If your I-140 is approved 180+ days: Your priority date is safe. Your former employer cannot revoke it. You can port this priority date to a new PERM/I-140 at the new employer.
If your I-140 is pending or recently approved: Your employer can withdraw the petition after you leave, potentially resetting your green card timeline. This is the highest-risk scenario.
This tool helps you evaluate the target employer's sponsorship track record, wage competitiveness, and transfer petition volume — so you can make an informed decision. It does not replace legal advice.
Data sourced from DOL OFLC disclosure files. Not legal advice. Consult an immigration attorney.