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⏳ EB-3 Professional Clerical Error - I-140 Filed as EB-2 - PD Unknown
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⏳ **Case Status: Pending**
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An employer incorrectly selected 'Skilled Worker' instead of 'Professional' on Form I-140, resulting in the petition being categorized as EB-2 rather than the intended EB-3. The error was discovered after USCIS issued a receipt confirming EB-2 classification. The petitioner is seeking options to correct the mistake without withdrawing and refiling.
A recently filed I-140 petition was miscategorized due to a clerical error by the sponsoring employer. The wrong preference category box was selected on the form — 'Skilled Worker' (EB-3) was chosen when 'Professional' (also EB-3) was intended, but the receipt issued by USCIS reflects EB-2 classification, suggesting a more fundamental form error occurred. The petitioner discovered the discrepancy upon reviewing their retained copy of the petition. The case is currently pending with USCIS under regular processing. Options being explored include submitting a correction letter or contacting USCIS directly to address the error before adjudication proceeds.
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Clerical errors on I-140 petitions discovered after filing can sometimes be addressed through a written correction or amended petition, but USCIS does not have a formal correction process for all error types. If the petition has not yet been assigned to an officer, a cover letter with supporting documentation may help clarify intent. In more complex cases, the employer may need to withdraw and refile — which resets the priority date if one had not already been established elsewhere. Cases like this highlight the importance of thoroughly reviewing the I-140 before submission. Applicants in similar situations should consult an immigration attorney promptly, as acting early (before adjudication begins) provides more options.