Form I-140 Immigrant Petition

Overview

Form I-140 is the immigrant petition for foreign workers — used across EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3 categories. After PERM certification (or directly for categories that bypass PERM like EB-1A, EB-1B, EB-1C, NIW), the employer (or self-petitioner) files I-140 to establish the beneficiary's eligibility for the specific employment-based preference.

Eligibility Requirements

Varies by category: EB-1A (extraordinary ability self-petition); EB-1B (outstanding researcher with employer); EB-1C (multinational manager/executive); EB-2 (advanced degree with PERM, or NIW); EB-3 (PERM-based skilled, professional, or other worker).

Application Process

After category-specific qualification (PERM certification, Schedule A notice, or self-petition evidence), file Form I-140 with comprehensive supporting documentation. Premium Processing available 15-day adjudication.

Required Documentation

Vary by category. Generally: petition form; supporting evidence for the preference category; beneficiary credentials; employer financial documentation; and category-specific qualifying evidence.

Government Filing Fees

I-140 base fee; Asylum Program Fee; Premium Processing $2,805 (effective March 1, 2026).

Processing Timeline

Standard processing 6–12 months; Premium Processing 15 calendar days.

Why Choose Our Firm

We handle I-140s across all employment-based categories with strategic positioning to maximize approval probability and minimize RFE risk.