When a petition or application is under adjudication by United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the status indicates active review coupled with expedited handling, it signifies that the agency is currently processing the request with increased priority. This accelerated method is generally available for certain eligible case types upon payment of an additional fee. For instance, an I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker may, under specific circumstances, qualify for this type of faster processing.
This expedited processing offers several advantages. It reduces the standard waiting period, providing applicants with a quicker decision, which is beneficial for planning and making important life or business choices. Historically, standard processing times for certain petitions could extend for many months, creating uncertainty for those involved. The introduction of faster processing mechanisms has aimed to mitigate these delays and provide a more predictable timeframe for resolution.
