Form I-907: what it is, who files it, cost and timing

I-907: what the chats ask

• 6×when the officer makes a decision on the case, which updates first, the status on the website or a mail comes? premium processing
• 2×from which day is premium processing counted? from the receive date for form I-907?
• 2×Please let me know if anyone knows how long it currently takes to get a response from USCIS. I submitted a case for EB-1A without premium processing on October 9, 2024. There is still no response. Field - Business in IT. How long should I typically wait for a response in my case?
• 2×Premium processing
• 2×I sent a response to the RFE for the O-1 visa on premium processing, it has already been delivered by UPS. Will the status show that the response to the RFE has been received or not? Or could it not change and show case approved or another status immediately?
• 2×Does the decision after an RFE usually come faster for the O-1 visa on premium processing compared to the initial review? It all depends on the submission date; for example, my case was reviewed in 15 business days, and on the 15th day, I received an RFE. Will it be faster this time or not?

I-907: community answers

Does administrative processing for O-1/EB-1/EB-2 NIW depend on premium processing?

No. Premium processing speeds up petition adjudication, but it does not bypass consular administrative processing. That review usually relates to security/background checks and can take from weeks to many months.

What should I do if premium processing for EB-1A takes longer than expected?

The premium processing period is counted in business days, not calendar days, and the status usually updates in the system while the notice arrives separately. If the deadline has truly passed, applicants usually verify the correct receipt date and, if needed, submit an inquiry through the available channels.

Can I upgrade I-140 to premium processing later if my date becomes current in the visa bulletin?

If premium processing is available for your category, you can usually file a request to expedite an already filed I-140. But this speeds up only the decision on the petition, not the availability of an immigrant visa or the interview date.

What are the current I-140 processing times for EB-1A or EB-2 NIW?

Processing times depend on the category, USCIS service center, whether premium processing is available, and workload. It is best to rely on USCIS's official current processing times and recent case experience, but not treat someone else's timeline as guaranteed.

Should premium processing for I-140 be filed right away?

Premium processing speeds up I-140 adjudication, but it does not automatically solve visa availability, I-485, biometrics, or outside holds. The decision depends on urgency, budget, the applicant's status, and case risks.

How long does EB-2 NIW take to process and what affects the timing?

Timelines depend heavily on the service center, filing type, and current workload. A regular I-140 can take many months or longer. Premium processing, when available, provides a faster response on the I-140, but it does not speed up the visa bulletin queue or the consular stage.

I-907: where people go wrong - from the chats

• mistakeIt is a mistake to assume that premium processing guarantees a fast final visa decision: it speeds up petition review, but it does not eliminate checks, administrative processing, or consular delays.
• mistakeFormal errors in forms, such as missing required checkboxes or questionable blank fields, can lead to rejection even with premium processing. Before mailing, it is worth doing a separate review of all forms, signatures, checkboxes, addresses, and payments.

I-907: real timelines named in the chats

I-907: myths and reality

I-907: rules and tips from the chats

• ruleA case may be transferred between offices or sent for an additional security check; this does not always mean there is a problem, but the timeline becomes unpredictable even with premium processing.
• rulePremium processing is usually seen as a way to manage timing, not as a factor that by itself makes the case weaker or stronger; the result depends on how ready the case is and the acceptable risk of a quick RFE or denial.
• rulePremium processing speeds up the petition decision, but it does not guarantee approval; the case still needs to be well structured and supported by evidence, and it may receive closer scrutiny.
• ruleWhen filing with premium processing, extra fees, or the asylum fee, it is important to prepare separate payments correctly and check the current instructions, since an incorrect check or payment description can lead to the package being returned.
• ruleThere is a limited deadline to respond to an RFE, and it must be counted exactly from the notice. It is important not to confuse the RFE response deadline with premium processing timelines or the case timeline.
• ruleWhen self-filing EB-1, the fee for I-140 for the principal applicant is usually paid first; premium processing is paid separately. Fees for family members arise at later stages, for example when filing I-485 or during consular processing.
• ruleAfter filing without premium processing, getting a case number may take several weeks, and timing statistics are better assessed using large data sets rather than a small number of individual cases. A pending filing by itself does not always give lawful status, so this has to be checked against the specific form and current status.
• tipBefore sending forms and petitions, you need to check the current filing address and USCIS rules, since lockboxes and intake centers can change, especially for premium processing.

I-907: cases from the community

I-907: questions and answers on the site

• Where and how do I mail the petition?
• Wait 90 days after entering on an O-1?
• Does premium processing raise the RFE risk?
• An I-290B appeal after a denial: is it worth it?
• When does the premium processing clock start?
• The O-3 for spouses and kids: work, study, filing
• Premium processing deadline missed: how to get a refund?