EB-1C for Iranian Nationals
USCIS I-140 petition data for Iran nationals (FY2025 Q4 (Jul-Sep 2025)).
USCIS I-140 Data
Iran I-140 Petition Statistics
USCIS EB-1C petition data for Iran nationals. FY2025 Q4 (Jul-Sep 2025).
I-140 Receipts
10
0.1% of all
I-140 Approvals
7
of 4,857 total
Volume Rank
#13
by I-140 receipts
Source: USCIS I-140 Performance Data, FY2025 Q4 (Jul-Sep 2025). Receipts and approvals for the reporting quarter.
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Country Comparison
USCIS I-140 data, FY2025 Q4 (Jul-Sep 2025)
| Country | Receipts | Approvals |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Total | 3,731 | 2,430 |
| India | 1,384 | 872 |
| China | 352 | 190 |
| Iran (current) | 10 | 7 |
The policy emphasizes sharing information with 'trusted allies.' Given the lack of diplomatic reciprocity and data sharing between the U.S. and Iran, EB-1C applicants from Iran may face extreme delays or denials if their criminal history cannot be verified through the new DHS/DOJ integrated systems.
The fee increase raises the cost for Iranian multinational managers seeking expedited processing. While Iranian applicants may face other administrative hurdles, this specific change is a standard fee increase.
Section 2(h) continues the full suspension of entry for Iranian nationals as immigrants. While the proclamation provides a specific exception for ethnic and religious minorities facing persecution, standard EB-1C applicants are barred from entry, effectively freezing this green card category for them.
In addition to standard EB-1C requirements, Iranian applicants will likely face intensified administrative processing as USCIS vets corporate structures for compliance with broader regulatory frameworks. This will significantly delay petition outcomes.
While Iranian applicants face unique administrative processing hurdles, the I-140 fee increase is a standard adjustment. It does not specifically change the security screening or visa issuance protocols for Iranian nationals.
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