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Am I entitled to a pay increase after becoming a permanent resident of the United States?

Asked over 2 years ago - Washington, DC

I am a locally hird long-term support for one of USAID's funded projects in Amman - Jordan, contracted by a US company based in Washington, DC.
I recently got my immigration approved through the diversity lottery program and will receive my permanent residence card when I travel in January, 2010. I am currently being paid in local currency and in accordance with Jordan's labor laws.
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Will I be entitled to any salary changes under labor law since I will become a permanent resident of the United States? and to conform with the federal tax laws? since as you know the average income in Jordan isn't that much and the deductions (Jordanian Income tax and social security) along with the US Income and Social Security and medicare...etc will be a burden on my low income

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Alan James Brinkmeier

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Answered over 2 years ago. Lawsuit / Dispute Attorney in Chicago, IL.

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If your employer views permanent residence in such a way that your rate of pay will increase you may get a higher salary. Check with your employer to find out if your pay increases after becoming a permanent resident of the United States.

Check with a lawyer in your locale to discuss more of the details.

Good luck to you.

God bless.

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