I-140 Immigrant Petition for Workers

What this form does

The employer-sponsored petition behind most employment green cards. Regular processing runs about 6 to 8 months; premium processing brings a decision within 15 business days.

What affects the timing

Premium processing is the main lever here. The bigger wait for many is the priority date in the visa bulletin, especially for applicants from countries with heavy backlogs, which the I-140 approval does not shorten.

Premium processing

Premium processing available: USCIS acts within 15 business days for $2,805.

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