Can I file the I-140 and I-485 simultaneously under EB-1C?

Yes, it is possible when a visa number is available. Under EB-1C, filing the I-140 and the I-485 at the same time is known as concurrent filing, and it depends on your priority date being current at the time of filing.

In practice, two points determine whether both can be submitted together:

• Your priority date must be current according to the Visa Bulletin issued by the Department of State.
• The specific requirements of EB-1C (a category for executives and managers of multinational companies) must be met.

When applicable, concurrent filing can shorten the overall process timeline, since the adjustment of status moves forward while the petition is being adjudicated. Even so, it requires well-prepared documentation and careful attention to each step’s deadlines.

Since visa availability and rules change over time, it is worth confirming your situation in the Visa Bulletin and reviewing the requirements at the official USCIS source before filing, ideally with the support of a specialist.

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