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Employment-Based Edition 2024

Form I-907

Request for Premium Processing Service

Pay an extra fee to guarantee USCIS adjudication of an eligible petition within 15 business days (or 30/45 for some categories).

Filing fee

$2,805 (most I-140 and I-129) / $1,965 (F-1 OPT)

Processing time

<1–2 months

Varies by service center

Online filing

Available

File via my.uscis.gov

Form edition

2024

Only the current edition is accepted

Who files Form I-907?

Applicants with eligible I-129, I-140, and certain I-539 and I-765 petitions.

Where to file

Online via USCIS account (if eligible) or with the underlying petition.

Always verify the current address or online filing option on the official USCIS Form I-907 page before sending — lockbox assignments change.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Requesting premium processing for a category that does not support it
  • Filing the I-907 separately from the underlying petition without the receipt number

Filing tips

  • Premium processing buys decision speed — not approval. The RFE rate is the same
  • USCIS may suspend premium processing during backlogs without refunding the fee

Frequently asked questions

What is Form I-907?

Pay an extra fee to guarantee USCIS adjudication of an eligible petition within 15 business days (or 30/45 for some categories).

Who files Form I-907?

Applicants with eligible I-129, I-140, and certain I-539 and I-765 petitions.

How much is the Form I-907 filing fee?

The current filing fee is $2,805 (most I-140 and I-129) / $1,965 (F-1 OPT). Confirm the current amount on USCIS.gov before filing — fees changed most recently in the 2024 USCIS fee rule.

How long does Form I-907 take to process?

USCIS currently reports under 1 month to 2 months for most cases. Processing times vary by service center and workload. Check the USCIS Case Processing Times tool for the latest estimates.

Can I file Form I-907 online?

Yes. Form I-907 can be filed online through a free USCIS account at my.uscis.gov. Online filing provides faster receipt notices and easier status tracking.

Related forms

Cost deep dive

Looking for a full cost breakdown including biometric fees, fee waivers, and payment methods? See the Form I-907 cost page.

Sources & Citations

All claims in this guide link to primary government sources.

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Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary for educational use. Current fees, processing times, and filing locations are controlled by USCIS and may change without notice. For case-specific guidance, consult a licensed immigration attorney.