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The document is the Form I-129, a petition for a nonimmigrant worker used by employers to request approval for foreign workers to enter the United States under various nonimmigrant classifications. It includes sections for petitioner information, beneficiary details, employment specifics, and compliance certifications. The form is essential for processing requests related to work visas such as H-1B, L-1, O-1, and others, ensuring that all necessary information is provided for USCIS review.

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How long does it take to process I-129 petition for a nonimmigrant worker?

Employment-Based Immigration FormCategoryRegular Processing I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker 7.6 months I-485 Employment-based Adjustment of Status 6.9 months I-129 Nonimmigrant Worker Petition 3.5 months Mar 21, 2025

What is a petition for a non-immigrant worker?

Petitioners use this form to file on behalf of a nonimmigrant worker to come to the United States temporarily to perform services or labor, or to receive training, as an H-1B, H-2A, H-2B, H-3, L-1, O-1, O-2, P-1, P-1S, P-2, P-2S, P-3, P-3S, Q-1 or R-1 nonimmigrant worker.

How do I petition someone for a work visa?

After the labor certification has been approved by the DOL, the employer continues the process by filing Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker, on behalf of the foreign national with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

What does I-129 petition for a nonimmigrant worker was approved mean?

Approval of the form makes the worker eligible to start or continue working at the job (on or after the indicated start date) if already in the United States. If the worker is not already in the United States, an approved Form I-129 may be used to submit a visa application associated with that status.

What is petition for a nonimmigrant worker status?

Form I-129, officially known as the Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker, is a form used by U.S. employers who wish to bring foreign workers to the United States for temporary employment in various categories.