EB-2 (NIW) for Japanese Nationals

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

37 I-140 petitions 17 approved #31 by volume
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USCIS I-140 Data

Japan I-140 Petition Statistics

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

I-140 Receipts

37

0.1% of all

I-140 Approvals

17

of 5,929 total

Volume Rank

#31

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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EB-2 (incl. NIW)

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Country Comparison

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

CountryReceiptsApprovals
Grand Total 13,9832,968
China 2,330715
India 1,685426
Japan (current)3717
Case Data Insights

We analyzed 15 publicly available EB-2 (NIW) petition decisions involving Japan nationals. Of these, 100% were approved or sustained. These cases span 7 industries and 6 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

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Remanded
Denied

Top Industries

Research and Development 7
Engineering 2
Healthcare 2
Biotechnology 1
Information Technology 1
Broadcasting 1
Robotics 1

Top Job Titles

Postdoctoral Researcher 5
Research Scientist 3
Associate Professor 2
Director 1
Research Assistant 1
Teacher 1

Policy Updates

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Mar 2026 info Visa Bulletin

Visa Bulletin Update: EB-2 (2026-03)

The Department of State updated EB-2 Final Action Dates in the 2026-03 Visa Bulletin: - India: moved from 2013-07-15 to 2013-09-15 - Philippines: moved from 2024-04-01 to 2024-10-15 - Mexico: moved from 2024-04-01 to 2024-10-15 - Rest of World: moved from 2024-04-01 to 2024-10-15 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

The policy directs DHS to maximize its use of criminal history record information (CHRI) for screening and vetting missions. This includes reciprocal data sharing with foreign governments, which will likely be utilized during the adjudication of EB-2 visas and National Interest Waivers.

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Jan 2026 warning USCIS Alert
USCIS to Increase Premium Processing Fees

The fee for Form I-907 is being adjusted upwards, impacting EB-2 petitioners who utilize expedited processing. This change is part of a broader USCIS effort to adjust fees for inflation and maintain service levels.

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Jan 2026 warning USCIS Memo
DHS Launches Landmark USCIS Fraud Investigation in Minnesota

The investigation focuses on identifying fraudulent activities within USCIS filings in the Minnesota region. EB-2 applicants may experience heightened vetting procedures, including more frequent Requests for Evidence (RFEs) and audits of employer credentials. This initiative is part of a broader DHS effort to ensure the integrity of employment-based immigration programs.

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Jan 2026 info Visa Bulletin

Visa Bulletin Update: EB-2 (2026-01)

The Department of State updated EB-2 Final Action Dates in the 2026-01 Visa Bulletin: - India: moved from 2013-05-15 to 2013-07-15 - China: moved from 2021-06-01 to 2021-09-01 - Philippines: moved from 2024-02-01 to 2024-04-01 - Mexico: moved from 2024-02-01 to 2024-04-01 - Rest of World: moved from 2024-02-01 to 2024-04-01 This may allow additional applicants to proceed with their petitions.

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At a Glance

USCIS Official Data

I-140 Receipts 37
I-140 Rank #31 of 191

Scraped Case Data

Decisions 15
Success Rate 100%
Country Share 0.4%
Approved / Sustained 15
Denied / Dismissed 0
Top Industry Research and Development
Top Job Title Postdoctoral Researcher

Recent Decisions

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Research Scientist

Research and Development · Japan

WeGreened approved
California 33 days 2025-12-27
The petitioner proposes to develop advanced plasma and ion source technologies to support high-performance systems for thermonuclear fusion and accelerator applications. The work focuses on improving the stability, efficiency, and performance of these enabling technologies to strengthen U.S. research infrastructure.
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Postdoctoral Researcher

Research and Development · Japan

WeGreened approved
Illinois 5 days 2025-09-15
The petitioner proposes to continue his research into the neural mechanisms of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), specifically focusing on social cognition and empathy-related deficits. His work aims to identify key neural circuits and pathways to guide the development of targeted therapies and diagnostic tools for ASD.
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Others

Information Technology · Japan

WeGreened rfe approved
Illinois 153 days 2025-08-16
The petitioner proposes to develop state-of-the-art robotics approaches that enable robots to autonomously manipulate objects and navigate in unstructured, unfamiliar environments. This work focuses on automating repetitive tasks in industrial settings and providing assistive solutions in healthcare and home environments.
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Others

Research and Development · Japan

WeGreened approved
332 days 2025-05-15
The petitioner proposes to continue research in the United States focusing on socio-behavioral assessments and policy-level intervention design. The work aims to strengthen evidence-based public health infrastructure by partnering with public agencies and global institutions to improve immunization uptake and combat health misinformation.
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Associate Professor

Healthcare · Japan

WeGreened rfe approved
112 days 2025-04-23
The petitioner plans to serve as an adjunct assistant professor at a U.S. institution, focusing on developing macrophage-based molecular therapies to prevent kidney stone development. Additionally, they intend to create artificial intelligence-powered surgical instruments to enhance the safety and precision of urological procedures.
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