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by khuey 29 days ago
> but it’s not uncommon to be processed via your local consulate, even if you are already living in the US.

It's relatively unusual. 84% of EB1s adjusted rather than apply at consulates in the last quarter USCIS released data for. Maybe it made sense for your circumstances.

https://ohss.dhs.gov/system/files/2025-07/2025_0725_ohss_leg...