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Instructions for USCIS Form I-129CW Petition for a CNMI-Only Nonimmigrant Transitional Worker
This document contains official instructions for USCIS Form I-129CW , Petition for a CNMI-Only Nonimmigrant Transitional Worker - a form released and collected by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Citizenship and Immigration Services. An up-to-date fillable USCIS Form I-129CW is available for download through this link.
FAQ
Q: What is USCIS Form I-129CW?
A: USCIS Form I-129CW is a petition used to apply for CNMI-Only Nonimmigrant Transitional Worker status.
Q: What is CNMI-Only Nonimmigrant Transitional Worker status?
A: CNMI-Only Nonimmigrant Transitional Worker status allows foreign workers to work in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) for a temporary period.
Q: Who can file USCIS Form I-129CW?
A: Employers or authorized agents can file USCIS Form I-129CW on behalf of foreign workers.
Q: What are the eligibility requirements for CNMI-Only Nonimmigrant Transitional Worker status?
A: To be eligible, the worker must have been lawfully present in the CNMI since November 28, 2009, and the employer must demonstrate that the worker is essential to the employer's business.
Q: What documents are required to file USCIS Form I-129CW?
A: The petition must include supporting documents such as a valid employment contract, proof of the worker's lawful presence in the CNMI, and evidence of the employer's financial viability.
Q: How long does it take to process USCIS Form I-129CW?
A: Processing times vary, but it typically takes several months to process USCIS Form I-129CW.
Q: Can I appeal if my USCIS Form I-129CW petition is denied?
A: Yes, you may file a motion to reopen or a motion to reconsider if your USCIS Form I-129CW petition is denied.
Q: Can CNMI-Only Nonimmigrant Transitional Workers bring their dependents with them?
A: Yes, CNMI-Only Nonimmigrant Transitional Workers can include their dependents in their petition for derivative CNMI-Only Nonimmigrant Transitional Worker status.
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