Do I need to list every job I have ever held on the I-140?

Generally, no. On the I-140, the goal is not to reconstruct your entire work history, but to show how your work supports the petition for EB-2 NIW. What matters is the relevant background, not an exhaustive list of every position you have ever held.

The most productive approach is to highlight the experiences, positions, and achievements directly connected to your field and that demonstrate the importance of your work. A history inflated with roles unrelated to the case may actually dilute the points that genuinely strengthen the petition.

• Prioritize the experiences that support the merits of the petition.
• Show achievements tied to your field and the relevance of your work.
• Avoid filling the petition with positions that are irrelevant to the case.

Because the way you present your background can influence the review, it is worth checking the official USCIS instructions and, if in doubt about what to include, seeking guidance from a specialist before finalizing the petition.

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