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Begin by filling out your personal information in Part 1. Ensure you type or print legibly in black ink.
In Part 2, specify the classification under which you are filing. Carefully read each option and select the one that applies to your situation.
Complete Part 3 by providing details about the alien's country of birth and citizenship. Use current names for accuracy.
For Part 8, ensure you sign and date your petition. Remember, a stamped name is not acceptable; only a handwritten signature will suffice.
If applicable, fill out Part 9 regarding interpreter information if someone assisted you in understanding the form.
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What is I-140 used for?

Petition Filing and Processing Procedures for Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers. You may use Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers, to ask USCIS to classify a alien as someone who is eligible for an immigrant visa based on employment. The employer generally files Form I-140 for the alien.

What happens after I-140 is approved?

No, the I-140 (Petition for Alien Worker) is not the same as a Green Card. The Form I-140 is an essential step in the process for a foreign worker to become eligible for an employment-based Green Card, but it is not the final step.

What is the next step after I-140 approved?

Approval of Form I-140 is a critical step but does not grant permanent residency. Beneficiaries must complete additional steps, such as Form I-485 adjustment of status or consular processing, to obtain a Green Card. It is essential to monitor visa availability and adhere to all USCIS instructions to avoid delays.

Is I-140 equivalent to green card?

Employment-Based Green Card Wait Times CategoryGeneral Visa Bulletin WaitI-140 Processing Time for EB Visa EB-3 Since March 2023 7.6 months (15 days premium) EB-4 Since Feb 2021 7.6 months (premium N/A) EB-5 Current (No Wait) 70.8 months2 more rows

Is a green card guaranteed after I-140 approval?

Proof of Eligibility: An approved I-140 confirms that USCIS has reviewed the case and determined that the foreign worker meets the requirements for one of the employment-based green card categories.

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