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What is an I-140 form?
An I-140 is the second step in the Employment-based Green Card process. When your PERM Labor Certificate is affirmed, your employer will file a Form I-140 – known as Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker – for your sake.
How can I speed up my I-140 process?
If your I-140 petition is based on a category that requires a labor certification and your priority date is current, you can speed up the green card application process by filing your I-485 concurrently with your I-140. Learn how this works. Your employer will likely have an immigration lawyer handle the I-140 process on your behalf.
The primary factors to consider in timing filing of the I-140 petition are preparation and USCIS processing times. The coronavirus pandemic has also introduced delays. Even if (as is likely) an employer will ultimately be filing the I-140 for you, you will need to help with the preparatory work.
How long does it take for USCIS to process I-140?
Check the USCIS website for current processing times when you are beginning the process. Most I-140 categories are eligible for premium processing, which is requested using Form I-907. If your category is eligible for premium processing, the I-140 petition will be processed in 15 days.
How long does it take to process an I-140 petition?
I-140 Premium Processing Time. The first way is through premium processing. This optional service is provided for certain visas and green cards that make use of the I-129 and I-140 petitions. With an additional fee and an I-907 form, you can opt to have your petition’s processing time expedited to just 15 calendar days.
What is the difference between I-140 and I-907?
The I-907, Request for Premium Processing can be submitted together with the I-140 by the petitioner. However, if you have already submitted your I-140, you can still file the I-907 to expedite the pending petition. But if the USCIS has already issued a final decision on your petition, you can no longer use premium processing.
Why hire visapro to prepare your I-140?
I-140 Overview VisaPro’s experienced immigration attorneys will prepare and file all the required documents for U.S. companies applying for an alien worker to become a Permanent Resident (Green Card).
What is the priority date on an I-140?
If the application is labor certification based, the priority date is the date the Department of Labor receives the application. If the application is not labor certification based, the priority date is the date the U.S Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) receives the I-140 application.
Where do I Find my receipt number on my I-140?
Your receipt number is the 13-digit case number the USCIS issues to you once your application is filed. You will find this number on your Form I-797. Let’s take a look at the specific steps you need to take to track your I-140 status.
How do I check the status of my I-140 application?
Once you’ve filed your Form I-140, the wait begins. Fortunately, there are a few ways you can check the status of your specific case. As with most status checkups, you will need a receipt number to track your case. Your receipt number is the 13-digit case number the USCIS issues to you once your application is filed.