What happens if I moved to another country? Does the consulate change too?

It depends on where you went. In EB-2 NIW, once the case moves to the consular stage, the responsible consulate is typically the one in the country where you legally reside. So moving to a different country can, in fact, change the post that will process your visa.

The critical point is not to let your information go out of date. A change of address or country that is not reported to the relevant authorities can cause confusion and delays, or route your case through a post that is no longer the appropriate one.

• Report the change through official channels as soon as it happens.
• Confirm which post now has jurisdiction over your case.
• Keep proof of legal residence in the new country.

Consular jurisdiction rules and update procedures are defined by the authorities, so it is worth checking the latest guidance from the U.S. Department of State and USCIS, or consulting a specialist, to ensure the country change does not stall your case.

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