Just a thought… (Not a legal advise or anything related to…)

Kar NIW i140-Nov 2023’

Apr 25, 2025

In a previous post, I clearly explained why I believe premium processing (PP) is essential these days, if you can afford it. So please, take action! Get your answers quickly! Get adjudicated! If you receive a Request for Evidence (RFE), address it! If you face a denial, fix it! And then, get in line—fast! Imagine we're in line at a coffee shop with at least a thousand people ahead of us waiting to order their “I-140,” and even more are joining! There’s only one or two employees making the coffee, and they're struggling to keep up (AOS)! But they’ll continue serving coffee because that’s the only way to keep the shop open. Please understand this: the situation isn’t what it used to be! It’s no longer about being current in the process. It’s all about grabbing that ticket and getting in line to pick up your coffee as quickly as possible! The longer you wait, the more distant your priority date becomes, making it harder to order your coffee. Remember, these days, PP is NOT about being current! It’s NOT about being current! It’s NOT about being current! Secure your spot and get in line! Just a friendly reminder in response to many comments I've received asking, “Why should I do PP if I’m not current?” This is not legal advice and it's not mandatory, but it's important to be realistic about the current situation—it’s not getting any better. More and more people are applying, and there aren’t enough staff to keep up with the demand! The choice is yours now, and good luck to everyone!

i140 - IOE09287 PD-Nov192024Apr 26, 2025

Hi @Kar NIW i140-Nov 2023’ , Today is my day 154 since my I got the "actively reviewing" status on my i140 for Eb2NIW. If I should pay for the premium now, when will the start of the 45days be? my PD is November 19th 2024 and center is Nebraska service center. thank you!

Kar NIW i140-Nov 2023’Apr 26, 2025

@i140 - IOE09287 PD-Nov192024 Hi there! I think the status “actively reviewing” doesn’t really mean much. I had that status since December 2023, and it was only recently that I received my approval. That being said, the clock for the 45 business days—which is just a little over two months—starts ticking from the day they approve your PP request. Keep in mind that this timeframe can vary a bit due to holidays and days off at the agency.

i140 - IOE09287 PD-Nov192024Apr 27, 2025

@Kar NIW i140-Nov 2023’ Thank you!

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