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⏳ EB-3 Employment-Based Pending - L1 Holder AOS Filed 2026/3
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⏳ **Case Status: Pending**
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An L1 visa holder filed for EB-3 adjustment of status in March 2026 after a lengthy PERM process that took nearly 2 years including a government shutdown delay. I-140 was approved in April 2026 with premium processing, but the case is currently pending amid a May 2026 USCIS policy change memo.
This case involves an L1 visa holder pursuing EB-3 employment-based green card through the PERM/AOS route. PERM preparation began in early 2024, with DOL submission in July 2024. A government shutdown caused significant delays, resulting in PERM approval not until December 2025 — approximately 17 months after submission. I-140 was filed concurrently with AOS in March 2026 using premium processing, receiving approval within weeks in April 2026. Biometrics appointment also completed in April 2026. In May 2026, a USCIS policy change memo introduced uncertainty, and as of June 2026 the case remains pending with no final decision.
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PERM timelines at DOL currently average 12-18 months, but government shutdowns can add several months of delay as work stops and queues build up. For L1 holders, maintaining valid status through AOS filing is critical — the L1 typically requires employer sponsorship continuity. The May 2026 USCIS policy change memo has introduced uncertainty for many AOS filers; cases filed before the memo date may be processed under prior rules depending on adjudication timing. I-140 premium processing (currently ~15 business days) remains one of the few ways to accelerate this process. Cases with similar April 2026 biometrics completion and current visa bulletin priority dates for the applicant's country of birth should watch for interview scheduling or RFE notices as next steps.