EB-2 (NIW) for Ukrainian Nationals

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

120 I-140 petitions · 20 approved · #22 by volume

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Ukraine I-140 Petition Statistics

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

I-140 Receipts

120

0.4% of all

I-140 Approvals

of 5,929 total

Volume Rank

#22

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
Ukraine (current)	120	20

Case Data Insights

We analyzed 5 publicly available EB-2 (NIW) petition decisions involving Ukraine nationals. Of these, 80% were approved or sustained, 1 denied. These cases span 4 industries and 4 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

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Top Industries

Biotechnology 1

Engineering 1

Information Technology 1

Research and Development 1

Top Job Titles

Research Scientist 2

Assistant Professor 1

Pastor 1

Postdoctoral Researcher 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 120

I-140 Rank #22 of 191

Scraped Case Data

Decisions 5

Success Rate 80%

Country Share 0.1%

Approved / Sustained 4

Denied / Dismissed 1

Top Industry Biotechnology

Top Job Title Research Scientist

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Research Scientist

Research and Development · Ukraine

WeGreened approved

New Jersey 49 days 2025-10-31

The petitioner proposes to advance scalable and parallelizable algorithmic frameworks to solve complex mathematical optimization problems. This work aims to provide foundational computational support for large-scale financial, industrial, and data-intensive applications across the United States.

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Research Scientist

Engineering · Ukraine

WeGreened approved

New York 511 days 2025-05-24

The petitioner proposes to reimagine soft robotic systems using advanced 3D-printed actuators to expand their utility in patient rehabilitation, non-invasive surgical devices, and food processing. The work focuses on developing wearable robotic devices for improved patient mobility and flexible, adaptive technologies for the surgical robotics market. The endeavor aims to reduce healthcare costs and recovery times through safer, less intrusive medical procedures.

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Postdoctoral Researcher

Information Technology · Ukraine

WeGreened approved

15 days 2025-05-02

The petitioner proposes to continue research on sensing technologies within smart cities to provide insights into urban space usage. The work focuses on developing non-intrusive data collection methods that respect privacy while supporting the creation of equitable transit-oriented communities. These methods are designed to help city planners optimize public spaces and transportation networks through real-time data.

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Pastor

Others · Ukraine

USCIS rfe dismissed

Connecticut 2023-07-06

The petitioner proposes to serve as a priest for the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the USA in Connecticut. The endeavor involves providing ongoing spiritual care, emotional support, and religious services to the church community, including potential support for war refugees and wounded soldiers.

Assistant Professor

Biotechnology · Ukraine

WeGreened approved

New York 127 days 2023-02-04

The petitioner proposes to develop novel, sensitive, and selective bioanalytical techniques utilizing nanotechnology and recombinant enzymes. This work focuses on improving biotechnological methods for advancements in medicine, food safety, clinical diagnostics, and forensic sciences, specifically through the creation of biosensors that detect L-lactate, glucose, and alcohol.

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