I-140

Approvals

EB-1C Petition for Multinational Executive Approved

We just had a EB-1C I-140 petition approved, which is the green card option for a multinational executive.

Khadija DerrickSeptember 16, 2024

Approvals

Green Card Approval Within 6 months Based on Approved EB-2 National Interest Waiver for a Digital Health Expert

Scott Legal P.C. just had a green card approval through an adjustment of status I-485 petition based on an approved EB2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) I-140.

Khadija DerrickAugust 13, 2024

A business professional celebrating a win

Approvals

Green Card Approval Within 6 months Based on Approved EB-2 National Interest Waiver

Scott Legal P.C. just had a green card approval through an adjustment of status I-485 petition based on an approved EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) I-140.

Khadija DerrickJuly 30, 2024

Approvals

Green Card Approval in 5 Months Based on Approved EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver)

Scott Legal P.C. just had a green card approval through an adjustment of status I-485 petition based on an approved EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) I-140.

Khadija DerrickJuly 30, 2024

Approvals

Immigrant Visa Approved Based on EB1A I-140 Self-petition

Scott Legal P.C. just had an immigrant visa approved at the US consulate in Frankfurt based on an EB1A I-140 self-petition by an engineering executive.

Khadija DerrickJuly 15, 2024

Approvals

EB1A Extraordinary Ability Petition Approved for a Health Policy Specialist

We just had a EB1A Extraordinary Ability immigrant petition (I-140) approved with USCIS Texas Service Center.

Khadija DerrickMarch 13, 2024

Approvals

EB1A Extraordinary Ability Petition Approved for a Software Tech Executive

We just had a EB1A Extraordinary Ability immigrant petition (I-140) approved with USCIS Texas Service Center.

Khadija DerrickJanuary 9, 2024

News

USCIS to Increase Fees for Premium Processing in 2024

Starting February 26, 2024, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will implement increased fees for premium processing of certain employment-based petitions and applications.

Khadija DerrickDecember 27, 2023

Approvals

Green Card Approval in 5 Months Without Interview Based on EB1A Petition

Scott Legal P.C. just had a green card approval through an adjustment of status (I-485) petition based on an EB1A (extraordinary ability) I-140 petition.

Khadija DerrickDecember 6, 2023

Approvals

I-140 approval for EB-3 Skilled Worker with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services

We just had an I-140 approval with USCIS for an EB-3 skilled worker.

Khadija DerrickAugust 4, 2023

Two employees working at their new employment

Uncategorized

Can I request to transfer the basis of my pending I-485 adjustment of status (AOS) to a new employment-based petition (I-140)?

It may be possible to request transfer of an I-485 based on one pending or approved I-140 to be based on another pending or approved I-140.

Khadija DerrickJuly 26, 2023

Questions & Answers Uncategorized

Should I check Consular Processing or Adjustment of Status on my I-140 petition?

Unless you are planning to do a concurrent filing with Form I-140 and I-485, it is generally better to check the consular processing option on your I-140 petition.

Khadija DerrickJuly 18, 2023

A groups of professionals celebrating a win

Approvals

EB-1A Extraordinary Ability I-140 approval for an entrepreneur in agribusiness

We just had an EB1A I-140 approval with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Texas Service Center.

Khadija DerrickJune 2, 2023

Approvals Immigration

I-140 Petition Approved by USCIS for a Multinational Executive

We just had an I-140 Petition approved by USCIS for a Multinational Executive.

Khadija DerrickApril 18, 2023

An employer and employee signing a contract

Immigration PERM

I am being sponsored for a PERM but my prior employer will not confirm my work experience. What can I do?

If a prior employer will not provide a detailed letter of experience to a PERM applicant, the applicant must look for alternate proof.

Khadija DerrickApril 12, 2023

Immigration

What is the impact of filing an I-140 on maintaining non-immigrant status?

If you filed a standalone I-140, you may still be able to enter the U.S. on a non-immigrant visa or extend status.

Khadija DerrickNovember 25, 2022

Approvals

EB1A Extraordinary Ability I-140 Approval for Entrepreneur

We just had an EB1A I-140 approval with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. The applicant is a renowned expert in business management and directing strategic investments.

Khadija DerrickNovember 17, 2022

Immigration PERM

PERM Tips – Preparing employer experience letters

Foreign workers who are being sponsored for green cards through the PERM process must produce proof of qualifications, such as employer experience letters, at the I-140 stage of the process.

Khadija DerrickDecember 30, 2021

Two employees high fiving each other in the work hallway

Immigration

Portability – Changing Jobs while Adjustment of Status is Pending

Portability allows certain employment-based adjustment of status applicants to change jobs. The new job must be in the same or a similar occupational classification.

Khadija DerrickDecember 17, 2021

Business man working at his desk with his laptop off

H-1B and E-3 Visa Immigration

H-1B Extension Beyond the 6th Year When Your Category is Not Current

If you have an approved I-140 petition, you could extend your H-1B status even beyond the 6-year statutory period.

Khadija DerrickOctober 8, 2021

Immigration PERM

PERM Process: When Should I File I-140 & I-485 Petitions?

The US company should file the I-140 petition within 180 day period after the Labor Certification was certified.

Khadija DerrickSeptember 23, 2021

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Approvals

Approval of Request for Reinstatement of I-140 Petition under Section 204(l) Relief for Surviving Relatives

We just had USCIS agree to reinstate an I-140 approval for a client whose relative passed away after the I-140 was approved. Section 204(l) Relief for Surviving Relatives allows certain principal and derivative applicants to seek the reinstatement of a…

Jenny ZhanDecember 16, 2020

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Approvals

I-140 EB3 Approval for an Accountant at an Accounting Firm

We just had an I-140 approval with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services. The company is an accounting firm and the beneficiary is an accountant. Click on the buttons below in order to claim your free Visa Guide (E-1, E-2,…

Jenny ZhanSeptember 29, 2020

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Family Immigration Immigration

What is advance parole? When would I need to apply for advance parole?

If you are applying for a green card either through a family or employment basis, it may take several months (or even years, depending on your basis for filing the green card application) for USCIS to adjudicate your Adjustment of…

Jenny ZhanAugust 27, 2020

Approvals

I-140 EB3 approval for a Data Analyst at a Consumer Products Company

We just had an I-140 approval with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services. The company is a consumer goods company and the beneficiary is a data analyst. Click on the buttons below in order to claim your free Visa Guide…

Jenny ZhanJuly 1, 2020

EB-1C Petition for Multinational Executive Approved

Green Card Approval Within 6 months Based on Approved EB-2 National Interest Waiver for a Digital Health Expert

Green Card Approval Within 6 months Based on Approved EB-2 National Interest Waiver

Green Card Approval in 5 Months Based on Approved EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver)

Immigrant Visa Approved Based on EB1A I-140 Self-petition

EB1A Extraordinary Ability Petition Approved for a Health Policy Specialist

EB1A Extraordinary Ability Petition Approved for a Software Tech Executive

USCIS to Increase Fees for Premium Processing in 2024

Green Card Approval in 5 Months Without Interview Based on EB1A Petition

I-140 approval for EB-3 Skilled Worker with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services

Can I request to transfer the basis of my pending I-485 adjustment of status (AOS) to a new employment-based petition (I-140)?

Should I check Consular Processing or Adjustment of Status on my I-140 petition?

EB-1A Extraordinary Ability I-140 approval for an entrepreneur in agribusiness

I-140 Petition Approved by USCIS for a Multinational Executive

What is the impact of filing an I-140 on maintaining non-immigrant status?

EB1A Extraordinary Ability I-140 Approval for Entrepreneur

Portability – Changing Jobs while Adjustment of Status is Pending

H-1B Extension Beyond the 6th Year When Your Category is Not Current

PERM Process: When Should I File I-140 & I-485 Petitions?

Approval of Request for Reinstatement of I-140 Petition under Section 204(l) Relief for Surviving Relatives

I-140 EB3 Approval for an Accountant at an Accounting Firm

What is advance parole? When would I need to apply for advance parole?

I-140 EB3 approval for a Data Analyst at a Consumer Products Company

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