EB-2 (NIW) for Brazilian Nationals

USCIS I-140 petition data for Brazil nationals (FY2025 Q4 (Jul-Sep 2025)).

1,388 I-140 petitions · 101 approved · #5 by volume

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Brazil I-140 Petition Statistics

USCIS EB-2 (NIW) petition data for Brazil nationals. FY2025 Q4 (Jul-Sep 2025).

I-140 Receipts

1,388

5.0% of all

I-140 Approvals

101

of 5,929 total

Volume Rank

by I-140 receipts

Source: USCIS I-140 Performance Data, FY2025 Q4 (Jul-Sep 2025). Receipts and approvals for the reporting quarter.

Priority Date Tracker

Final Action Date

Oct 2024

ROW Final Action

Oct 2024

Source: DOS Visa Bulletin (2026-03)

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Sources: I-140/I-485 ranges from USCIS Processing Times, backlog advancement averaged over last 12 DOS Visa Bulletins. Estimates only.

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Country Comparison

USCIS I-140 data, FY2025 Q4 (Jul-Sep 2025)

Country	Receipts	Approvals
Grand Total	13,983	2,968
China	2,330	715
India	1,685	426
Brazil (current)	1,388	101
Pakistan	984	122

Case Data Insights

We analyzed 323 publicly available EB-2 (NIW) petition decisions involving Brazil nationals. Of these, 5% were approved or sustained, 297 denied, and 10 remanded for further review. These cases span 10 industries and 10 job titles. Explore the charts below to see how decision outcomes have trended over time and which industries and roles have the highest success rates.

Decision Trends

Approved

Remanded

Denied

Top Industries

Healthcare 64

Financial Services 29

Consulting 24

Legal Services 23

Information Technology 22

Engineering 14

Marketing and Advertising 14

Food and Beverage 10

Human Resources 9

Logistics 9

Top Job Titles

Entrepreneur 35

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) 32

Consultant 14

Business Manager 13

Nurse 12

Business Consultant 11

Dentist 10

Lawyer 9

Physical Therapist 8

Financial Manager 7

Policy Updates

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Mar 2026 info Visa Bulletin

Visa Bulletin Advancement: EB-2 Rest of World (2026-03)

The Department of State advanced the EB-2 Final Action Date for Rest of World chargeability from 2024-04-01 to 2024-10-15 in the 2026-03 bulletin. This may allow additional applicants to proceed with their petitions.

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Feb 2026 info Executive Order

Protecting the National Security and Welfare of the United States and its Citizens from Criminal Actors and Other Public Safety Threats

Brazilian applicants will see their vetting process integrated with DOJ databases. As Brazil has sought closer security cooperation with the US, they may eventually be subject to the reciprocal sharing agreements mentioned in Section 3.

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Jan 2026 warning USCIS Alert

USCIS to Increase Premium Processing Fees

Brazil has seen a surge in EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) filings. The fee increase directly impacts these self-petitioning professionals who often pay these costs out-of-pocket to avoid lengthy standard processing times.

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Jan 2026 warning USCIS Memo

DHS Launches Landmark USCIS Fraud Investigation in Minnesota

The investigation into EB-2 fraud will likely lead to a more conservative adjudication environment for all applicants, including those from Brazil. This may result in longer processing times as USCIS officers perform more thorough background checks on sponsoring employers.

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Jan 2026 info Visa Bulletin

Visa Bulletin Advancement: EB-2 Rest of World (2026-01)

The Department of State advanced the EB-2 Final Action Date for Rest of World chargeability from 2024-02-01 to 2024-04-01 in the 2026-01 bulletin. This may allow additional applicants to proceed with their petitions.

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At a Glance

USCIS Official Data

I-140 Receipts 1,388

I-140 Rank #5 of 191

Scraped Case Data

Decisions 323

Success Rate 5%

Country Share 9%

Approved / Sustained 16

Denied / Dismissed 297

Top Industry Healthcare

Top Job Title Entrepreneur

Recent Decisions

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Physician

Healthcare · Brazil

WeGreened rfe approved

212 days 2025-12-24

The petitioner proposes to continue conducting clinical research leveraging extensive healthcare and literature databases to identify factors influencing cardiovascular outcomes in cancer survivors and patients with heart failure. This work aims to develop more effective prevention strategies and treatment decisions for patients facing elevated cardiovascular risks.

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Postdoctoral Researcher

Engineering · Brazil

WeGreened approved

Illinois 60 days 2025-08-29

The petitioner proposes to develop computational methods and theoretical frameworks integrating control theory, network science, and machine learning to address challenges in large-scale technological and biological systems. This work focuses on strengthening cybersecurity for critical infrastructure, creating energy-efficient neuromorphic hardware, and enabling AI-driven medical applications for detecting conditions like epilepsy and cardiovascular disease.

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Assistant Professor

Materials Science · Brazil

WeGreened approved

Kansas 581 days 2025-08-14

The petitioner proposes to develop state-of-the-art polymeric materials for use as scaffolds in tissue regeneration, nanocarriers for targeted drug delivery, and antimicrobial surface coatings. The work also involves creating biodegradable films and biopolymer-based platforms to address plastic pollution and improve food packaging sustainability. The research utilizes smart biopolymer platforms to solve complex challenges in biomedicine and environmental protection.

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Postdoctoral Researcher

Research and Development · Brazil

WeGreened approved

Texas 265 days 2025-07-23

The petitioner proposes to continue her research in endocrine oncology, specifically focusing on the validation and clinical application of circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) to detect molecular residual disease. Her work involves coordinating multi-institutional clinical trials and analyzing tumor genetic profiles to optimize treatment strategies for both malignant and benign adrenal lesions. The goal is to improve recurrence-free survival and therapeutic responses for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy and immunotherapy.

Postdoctoral Researcher

Materials Science · Brazil

WeGreened rfe approved

Minnesota 536 days 2025-06-25

The petitioner proposes to develop and characterize novel topological, magnetic, and two-dimensional (2D) quantum materials for advanced device applications. The work specifically explores twisted bilayers, magnetic Weyl semimetals, and black phosphorus heterostructures to enhance next-generation electronics and data storage while minimizing energy consumption.

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