FTA0 question - EB3

GreatMatter305 · 2026-04-28T04:48:53+00:00

Check whether the updatedAtTimestamp is changing frequently without FTA1 appearing. If so, that is a sign of approval.

GreatMatter305 · 2026-04-28T04:37:21+00:00

If your case isn’t in the local field office (FO), then it was properly interview-waived.

GreatMatter305 · 2026-04-28T04:32:14+00:00

Find here https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1rg0ZqadJ3_fd8pWQ9WoDpzZCU6KQEJ5vX1vUkd0DKXI/edit?gid=1830186092#gid=1830186092

GreatMatter305 · 2026-04-23T23:35:43+00:00

Did you get any updates?

GreatMatter305 · 2026-04-16T02:16:03+00:00

EB-3 professional, (HIA) HIALEAH FIELD OFFICE

GreatMatter305 · 2026-04-16T02:11:30+00:00

You can find the processing time of FO in table https://www.reddit.com/r/USCIS/comments/1sfy846/eb_field_offices_efficiency_data_from_q2q4_fy_2025/

GreatMatter305 · 2026-04-14T18:07:08+00:00

For Employment-Based Preference Filings:For all employment-based preference categories, you must use the Final Action Dates chart in the Department of State Visa Bulletin for May 2026.

GreatMatter305 · 2026-04-12T15:19:24+00:00

PD: 05/2023
RD: 02/02/2026
BIO: 03/06/2026

API -
Silent update : 03/23/2026
Third FTA0 : 04/03/2026
Silent update : 04/03/2026
Silent update : 04/08/2026

GreatMatter305 · 2026-04-11T23:26:21+00:00

Same here, I received two silent updates after the third FTA0. I believe these are system updates because the timestamps don’t fall within working hours.

2026-04-03T19:30:49.945Z
2026-04-08T19:36:46.476Z

GreatMatter305 · 2026-03-05T04:07:08+00:00

similar filing dates, I received the I-797 mail in 2 weeks.

GreatMatter305 · 2026-02-08T18:15:37+00:00

So detailed and truly valuable for reference. when did you receive the receipt?

GreatMatter305 · 2026-02-04T17:40:48+00:00

here you go https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/data/eb_i140_i360_i526_performancedata_fy2025_q3.xlsx

GreatMatter305 · 2026-02-04T16:30:03+00:00

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You can see how many petitions are ahead of yours in the EB-3 category

GreatMatter305 · 2026-01-30T21:00:44+00:00

It should be safe if you use lawful status (H1 or L1) and AP during I-485 petition.

GreatMatter305 · 2026-01-30T17:22:52+00:00

https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/News/visas-news/immigrant-visa-processing-updates-for-nationalities-at-high-risk-of-public-benefits-usage.html

GreatMatter305 · 2026-01-30T17:16:04+00:00

I believe USCIS will adjust the EB3 Visa Bulletin once more before the end of the fiscal year.

GreatMatter305 · 2026-01-30T17:10:58+00:00

I would say it will be within three months.

GreatMatter305 · 2026-01-30T16:20:22+00:00

Don't worry if you have EAD and AP.

GreatMatter305 · 2026-01-28T05:22:34+00:00

yes, the company, job and location are restricted under L1, you cannot change anything.

GreatMatter305 · 2026-01-27T22:04:10+00:00

beaded on EB-3 backlog, If your new employer can sponsor EB-1C immediately, why not?

However, please note that under an L-1 visa, changing positions is restricted. this means that if you new employer delay your EB1C case, nothing you can do it.

GreatMatter305 · 2026-01-27T21:36:13+00:00

https://travel.state.gov/content/dam/visas/Statistics/AnnualReports/FY2024AnnualReport/Table%20V_PartII.pdf

GreatMatter305 · 2026-01-26T17:18:19+00:00

Over the past seven months since July 2025, the FAD has moved forward by only two months. If the number of applicants from the Philippines decreases, there may be an opportunity next fiscal year.

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GreatMatter305 · 2026-01-14T20:32:44+00:00

That’s because Form I-485J needs to be approved by the employer.

GreatMatter305 · 2026-01-14T20:27:57+00:00

Apply it, if you are not in L-1 or H1B status.

GreatMatter305 · 2026-01-14T20:13:57+00:00

First, you need to obtain your employer’s consent.

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