How long is an approved I-140 valid under the EB-1?

An approved I-140, as a general rule, has no formal expiration date: the recognition of your eligibility remains in place as long as USCIS does not revoke or cancel it.

That does not mean, however, that it works on its own. On the EB-1 path to permanent residence, the effective use of the I-140 depends on other conditions, such as your priority date, visa availability, and, where applicable, the continued maintenance of the employment that supported the petition.

• The eligibility recognized in the I-140 tends to hold, barring revocation.
• Progress depends on the priority date and visa availability.
• Changes in the job offer or in the rules may affect subsequent steps.

Because every situation has its own specifics, it is worth checking the latest USCIS guidance and following the case with the support of a specialist.

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