EB-2 (NIW) for Saudi Nationals

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

45 I-140 petitions · 12 approved · #40 by volume

View Dashboard Search Endeavours

Subcategory:

USCIS I-140 Data

Saudi Arabia I-140 Petition Statistics

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

I-140 Receipts

0.2% of all

I-140 Approvals

of 5,929 total

Volume Rank

#40

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)

Wait Time Estimator

Estimate Your Green Card Timeline

Enter your priority date and country to get a personalized estimate based on average DOS Final Action Date advancement over the last 12 months.

Your Priority Date

Chargeability Country

Visa Category

EB-2 (incl. NIW)

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

Find Saudi EB-2 (NIW) Cases

Browse real petition decisions and case studies from Saudi Arabia, or join the waitlist to get notified when personalized case matching launches.

Browse Cases Search Endeavours

Join the waitlist for case matching.

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
Saudi Arabia (current)	45	12

Case Data Insights

We analyzed 9 publicly available EB-2 (NIW) petition decisions involving Saudi Arabia nationals. Of these, 100% were approved or sustained. These cases span 6 industries and 8 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 4

Biotechnology 1

Engineering 1

Pharmaceuticals 1

Research and Development 1

Social Sciences 1

Top Job Titles

Associate Professor 1

Doctor 1

Engineer 1

Neurologist 1

Postdoctoral Researcher 1

Research Fellow 1

Surgeon 1

Urban Planner 1

Policy Updates

General View all

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.

advancementeb-2final-action-datepriority-date

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.

vettingbackground checkssecurity screeningNIW

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.

premium processinguscis feesNIWform i-907

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.

fraud investigationcomplianceUSCISDHS

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.

advancementeb-2final-action-datepriority-date

Frequently Asked Questions

At a Glance

USCIS Official Data

I-140 Receipts 45

I-140 Rank #40 of 191

Scraped Case Data

Decisions 9

Success Rate 100%

Country Share 0.2%

Approved / Sustained 9

Denied / Dismissed 0

Top Industry Healthcare

Top Job Title Associate Professor

Recent Decisions

View all

Surgeon

Healthcare · Saudi Arabia

WeGreened rfe approved

Texas 431 days 2025-07-31

The petitioner proposes to evaluate and treat surgical conditions through clinical research to enhance patient safety and optimize quality of care. His work focuses on addressing disparities in emergency and trauma surgery and improving access to safe surgical care in low-resource and high-risk environments, aiming to bridge public health research with clinical practice to shape global health policy.

View Case

Neurologist

Healthcare · Saudi Arabia

WeGreened approved

Wisconsin 57 days 2025-06-19

The petitioner proposes to advance the management of stroke and post-stroke epilepsy by identifying patients at high risk of poor outcomes. His work focuses on enhancing early detection methods, refining prognostic markers, and proposing targeted interventions to reduce morbidity and mortality. The endeavor specifically aims to utilize early EEG results combined with clinical signs to identify epilepsy risks following brain hemorrhages.

View Case

Associate Professor

Pharmaceuticals · Saudi Arabia

WeGreened approved

505 days 2025-05-16

The petitioner proposes to continue research in pharmaceutics, specifically focusing on drug nano-delivery systems and the development of smart, sustainable alternative drug dosage forms. This work utilizes pharmaceutical technology to improve the deliverability, targetability, efficacy, and safety of drugs. The intended impact is to address critical needs in drug formulation and patient care within the United States.

View Case

Postdoctoral Researcher

Research and Development · Saudi Arabia

WeGreened approved

Connecticut 46 days 2025-03-27

The petitioner proposes to enhance remote sensing techniques by developing intelligent models for mapping, classifying, and assessing land cover features and roadway infrastructure using satellite imagery. His work focuses on integrating artificial intelligence, machine learning, and GIS technologies to support transportation safety analysis and urban planning initiatives. The endeavor aims to improve the accuracy and automation of remote sensing analytics for environmental monitoring and resource management.

View Case

Doctor

Healthcare · Saudi Arabia

WeGreened approved

Connecticut 10 days 2025-01-16

The petitioner proposes to continue his research in internal medicine, focusing on refining diagnostic approaches and advancing treatment strategies for complex conditions such as COVID-19, sepsis, and cancer. His work utilizes large-scale data analysis, such as the VIRUS COVID-19 registry, to generate evidence-based insights that improve clinical interventions and hospital resource allocation.

View Case