Form I-129: Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker
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What is Form I-129?
Form I-129 is used by U.S. employers to petition for a foreign worker to come to or stay in the United States temporarily in a nonimmigrant classification, such as H-1B, L-1, O-1, P, Q, or R. After approval, the worker may apply for a visa abroad or, if eligible, change or extend status in the United States.
Who files it: A U.S. employer or agent, on behalf of a foreign worker; certain classifications allow other filers.
What USCIS typically asks for
- Classification-specific supplements, such as the H, L, O and P supplements
- Certified labor condition application for H-1B petitions
- Evidence of the job offer and the worker's qualifications
- Evidence that the employer meets the classification's requirements
A plain-English summary, not legal advice. The Form I-129 instructions on uscis.gov are the official list of requirements and evidence.
What FormVeritas checks on Form I-129
When you run an audit from the Form Workspace, FormVeritas reviews the answers you entered using checks written for this form's fields.
Answers left blank 1 checks
Points out blank answers in the places its checks for this form look at.
How entries are written 129 checks
Checks how entries are written against what each field asks for.
Areas include: names; A-Numbers; receipt numbers; passports, visas and arrival records; addresses; telephone numbers and email addresses; employment and education; immigration status and history; the interpreter, preparer and representative sections; Yes/No answers and their explanations; and signatures and dates of signature.
Dates 25 checks
Checks the dates entered on this form.
Areas include: passports, visas and arrival records; employment and education; and signatures and dates of signature.
Answers that do not fit together 38 checks
Compares related answers on this form and points out ones that do not fit together.
Areas include: names; A-Numbers; addresses; employment and education; immigration status and history; the interpreter, preparer and representative sections; and Yes/No answers and their explanations.
Check boxes and Yes/No questions 83 checks
Checks how boxes are selected in the groups of choices on this form.
Signatures 18 checks
Checks the signature lines on this form.
Before you file Form I-129
- Use the current edition (09/09/26). USCIS may reject outdated editions.
- Read the Form I-129 instructions on uscis.gov for what to include.
- Confirm the fee with the USCIS Fee Calculator and Form G-1055.
- Answer every question that applies to you, including each Yes/No question.
- Sign and date every required signature line.
- Run a FormVeritas audit and fix everything it flags.
What these checks don't do
They don't check that every question that applies to you is answered, whether your answers are true, or whether you're eligible for what you're asking for. A report with no findings does not mean USCIS will accept or approve your filing.
Not legal advice. For eligibility questions, talk to a licensed immigration attorney.
Form I-129 questions
What is Form I-129 used for?
Form I-129 is used by U.S. employers to petition for a foreign worker to come to or stay in the United States temporarily in a nonimmigrant classification, such as H-1B, L-1, O-1, P, Q, or R. After approval, the worker may apply for a visa abroad or, if eligible, change or extend status in the United States.
Who files Form I-129?
A U.S. employer or agent, on behalf of a foreign worker; certain classifications allow other filers.
What does FormVeritas check on Form I-129?
FormVeritas runs 294 checks written for Form I-129, covering answers left blank, how entries are written, dates, answers that do not fit together, check boxes and yes/no questions, signatures.
What is the current edition of Form I-129?
USCIS lists 09/09/26 as the current edition of Form I-129, and also accepts 02/27/26. FormVeritas last checked this on October 21, 2026. Always confirm the edition on uscis.gov before you file.
How long does USCIS take to process Form I-129?
The times USCIS publishes for Form I-129 vary widely by office and category (published October 19, 2026). Individual cases can take more or less time; check the USCIS processing times tool for your office.
Is the Form I-129 filing fee shown here?
USCIS lists fees for Form I-129 on Form G-1055, Fee Schedule (edition 10/16/26). Use the USCIS Fee Calculator to confirm the fee that applies to your filing.
Does a clean FormVeritas report mean USCIS will approve my Form I-129?
No. FormVeritas checks the form for preventable mistakes. It does not check eligibility or whether answers are true, and it does not guarantee acceptance or approval.
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