mansion, i don't knwo where you got the info about H1. I have been in H1 visa past 8 years and I know how limited you will be with H1. The only benefit I see is that one is unmarried and planning to marry someone outside US. mansion said "Stick with your H1.You can eventually turn your H1 to green card anyways." >>> How long is the wait? here's my suggestion to aabha. Start GC process as soon as possible.... Don't worry about it being EB2 or EB3. Even if it is EB3, you will be able to import your Priority Date later. If you find better oppurtunity in future, you will be able to change the employer without affecting your green card process (AOS must be pending for 180 days or more). You can find more info from murthyforum and immigrationportal websites.