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Paul Vo
Jan 5, 2026
The new sponsor after the merger does not continue to sponsor ew3
Season’s greetings and best wishes for the New Year to everyone. I would like to seek professional guidance regarding my employment-based immigration case (EB-3/EW3). My I-140 petition is currently in “Processing” status, with a total pending time of 134 days. However, my Labor Certification (LC) is approaching its expiration date on January 21, 2026. The sponsoring company has ceased operations due to a merger into a larger corporation, and the acquiring company has decided not to continue sponsoring my EB-3/EW3 petition. I would appreciate clarification on the following points: 1. If my current I-140 petition is approved, will I be able to retain my Priority Date (PD) if I later secure sponsorship from a different employer in the same or a similar occupation? 2. In that scenario, would I be required to file a new I-140 petition with the new employer and proceed through the process again, including DS-260 filing and consular interview, in order to complete the immigration process? 3. Conversely, if my I-140 is not approved due to the employer’s withdrawal or dissolution, would my Priority Date be lost entirely, requiring me to restart the process from the beginning with a new employer? I would be very grateful for insights from experienced professionals or individuals who have encountered similar situations. Kindly note that I am not seeking advice from intermediaries or agents, as their guidance has been limited and unhelpful, and this situation has caused me significant concern. Thank you very much for your time and assistance.
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