Posts Tagged ‘IR-1 Visa Processing Time’
Those who read this blog with any frequency may be aware that the administration routinely posts the estimated processing times of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) as a courtesy to the public-at-large. To quote directly from the official website of the USCIS, USCIS.gov:
Field Office Processing Dates for California Service Center as of: June 30, 2011
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
2.5 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Blanket L |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
E – Treaty traders and investors |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Visa to be issued abroad |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Change of status in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Extension of stay in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2A – Temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2B – Other temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-3 – Temporary trainees |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
L – Intracompany transfers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
O – Extraordinary ability |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
P – Athletes, artists, and entertainers |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Q – Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
R – Religious occupation |
5 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
TN – North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional |
2 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-1/K-2 – Not yet married – fiance and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-3/K-4 – Already married – spouse and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
September 27, 2007 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
May 7, 2010 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
June 1, 2010 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
April 25, 2007 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
5 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change of status to H or L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change Status to the J exchange visitor category |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other change of status applications |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of stay for H and L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other extension applications |
2.5 Months |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-751 |
Petition to Remove the Conditions on Residence |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents |
6 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
3 Months |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
3 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) |
6 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) based on PL107-273 |
September 12, 1997 |
Field Office Processing Dates for Nebraska Service Center as of: June 30, 2011
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
2.5 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Blanket L |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
E – Treaty traders and investors |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Visa to be issued abroad |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Change of status in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Extension of stay in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1C – Nurses |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2A – Temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2B – Other temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-3 – Temporary trainees |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
L – Intracompany transfers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
O – Extraordinary ability |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
P – Athletes, artists, and entertainers |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Q – Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
R – Religious occupation |
5 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
TN – North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional |
2 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-1/K-2 – Not yet married – fiance and/or dependent child |
December 31, 2007 |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-3/K-4 – Already married – spouse and/or dependent child |
December 31, 2007 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
July 31, 2009 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
July 31, 2009 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
July 31, 2009 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
July 31, 2009 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
July 31, 2009 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Refugee or asylee applying for a refugee travel document |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Permanent resident applying for a re-entry permit |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) dependent applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) principal applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Extraordinary ability |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Outstanding professor or researcher |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Multinational executive or manager |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Skilled worker or professional |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Unskilled worker |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Schedule A Nurses |
4 Months |
I-212 |
Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the U.S. After Deportation or Removal |
Readmission after deportation or removal |
November 9, 2008 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) |
November 9, 2008 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
5 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
January 28, 2011 |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on grant of asylum more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on refugee admission more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories |
January 25, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change of status to H or L dependents |
January 25, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change Status to the J exchange visitor category |
January 25, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other change of status applications |
January 25, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students |
January 25, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of stay for H and L dependents |
January 25, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors |
January 25, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other extension applications |
January 25, 2011 |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
June 27, 2010 |
I-730 |
Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition |
Petition for accompanying family members of a refugee or an asylee |
5 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
January 21, 2011 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
January 21, 2011 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
January 21, 2011 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
January 21, 2011 |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
February 4, 2011 |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) |
6 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) based on PL107-273 |
6 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement |
3.5 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
10-year renewal |
March 15, 2011 |
I-90A |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement for Special Agricultral Workers (SAW) |
3.5 Months |
N-565 |
Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document |
U.S. citizen applying for a replacement of naturalization or citizenship certificate |
6 Months |
N-600 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship |
5 Months |
N-643 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship on Behalf of an Adopted Child |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship on behalf of an adopted child |
5 Months |
Field Office Processing Dates for Texas Service Center as of: June 30, 2011
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
March 22, 2011 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Blanket L |
December 27, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
E – Treaty traders and investors |
December 27, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Visa to be issued abroad |
December 27, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Change of status in the U.S. |
December 27, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Extension of stay in the U.S. |
December 27, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1C – Nurses |
December 27, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2A – Temporary workers |
December 27, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2B – Other temporary workers |
December 27, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-3 – Temporary trainees |
December 27, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
L – Intracompany transfers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
O – Extraordinary ability |
December 27, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
P – Athletes, artists, and entertainers |
December 27, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Q – Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process |
December 27, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
R – Religious occupation |
December 27, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
TN – North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional |
December 27, 2007 |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-1/K-2 – Not yet married – fiance and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-3/K-4 – Already married – spouse and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
5 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Refugee or asylee applying for a refugee travel document |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Permanent resident applying for a re-entry permit |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) dependent applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) principal applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Extraordinary ability |
October 2, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Outstanding professor or researcher |
October 2, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Multinational executive or manager |
October 2, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability |
October 9, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Skilled worker or professional |
September 30, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Unskilled worker |
September 30, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver |
September 28, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Schedule A Nurses |
October 9, 2010 |
I-212 |
Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the U.S. After Deportation or Removal |
Readmission after deportation or removal |
July 31, 2009 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
October 15, 2010 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) |
July 31, 2009 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
October 15, 2010 |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
December 3, 2010 |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Indochinese Adjustment Act |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Nicaraguan and Central American Relief Act (NACARA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on grant of asylum more than 1 year ago |
December 31, 2010 |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on refugee admission more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
September 29, 2008 |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-730 |
Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition |
Petition for accompanying family members of a refugee or an asylee |
December 31, 2010 |
I-751 |
Petition to Remove the Conditions on Residence |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents |
June 29, 2008 |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
December 31, 2010 |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
August 16, 2010 |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement |
May 31, 2010 |
N-565 |
Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document |
U.S. citizen applying for a replacement of naturalization or citizenship certificate |
6 Months |
N-600 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship |
5 Months |
Field Office Processing Dates for Vermont Service Center as of: June 30, 2011
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
2.5 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Blanket L |
April 24, 2011 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
E – Treaty traders and investors |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Visa to be issued abroad |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Change of status in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Extension of stay in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1C – Nurses |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2A – Temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2B – Other temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-3 – Temporary trainees |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
L – Intracompany transfers |
April 24, 2011 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
O – Extraordinary ability |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
P – Athletes, artists, and entertainers |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Q – Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
R – Religious occupation |
5 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
TN – North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional |
2 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-1/K-2 – Not yet married – fiance and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-3/K-4 – Already married – spouse and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
September 11, 2010 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
July 24, 2010 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Refugee or asylee applying for a refugee travel document |
March 1, 2011 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Permanent resident applying for a re-entry permit |
March 1, 2011 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) dependent applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) principal applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Extraordinary ability |
October 31, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Outstanding professor or researcher |
October 31, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Multinational executive or manager |
October 31, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability |
October 31, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Skilled worker or professional |
October 31, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Unskilled worker |
October 31, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver |
October 31, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Schedule A Nurses |
October 31, 2007 |
I-212 |
Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the U.S. After Deportation or Removal |
Readmission after deportation or removal |
4 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
5 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
January 30, 2011 |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Indochinese Adjustment Act |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Nicaraguan and Central American Relief Act (NACARA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on grant of asylum more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on refugee admission more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories |
March 13, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change of status to H or L dependents |
March 13, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change Status to the J exchange visitor category |
March 13, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other change of status applications |
March 13, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students |
March 13, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of stay for H and L dependents |
March 13, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors |
March 13, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other extension applications |
March 13, 2011 |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-751 |
Petition to Remove the Conditions on Residence |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents |
6 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
May 22, 2011 |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
October 31, 2010 |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
January 6, 2011 |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
October 31, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
October 31, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
October 31, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
October 31, 2010 |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
3 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) |
6 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) based on PL107-273 |
6 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement |
3.5 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
10-year renewal |
March 31, 2009 |
I-90A |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement for Special Agricultral Workers (SAW) |
3.5 Months |
I-914 |
Application for T Non-immigrant Status |
Provide temporary immigration benefits to an alien who is a victim of trafficking in persons, and immediate family |
4 Months |
I-918 |
Petition for U Non-immigrant Status |
Provide temporary immigration benefits to an alien who is a victim of qualifying criminal activity, and their qualifying family |
4 Months |
N-565 |
Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document |
U.S. citizen applying for a replacement of naturalization or citizenship certificate |
6 Months |
N-600 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship |
5 Months |
N-643 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship on Behalf of an Adopted Child |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship on behalf of an adopted child |
5 Months |
Readers should be aware that the processing times noted above do NOT include consideration of the processing times at the National Visa Center (NVC) nor the Consular Processing times of each particular US Embassy, US Consulate, or American Institute abroad.
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Those who follow this website with any frequency may be aware of the fact that the administration of this web log routinely posts the processing times for the various service centers of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) as a courtesy to the public at large. To quote directly from the official website of USCIS, USCIS.gov:
Field Office Processing Dates for California Service Center as of: May 31, 2011
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
2.5 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Blanket L |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
E – Treaty traders and investors |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Visa to be issued abroad |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Change of status in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Extension of stay in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2A – Temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2B – Other temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-3 – Temporary trainees |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
L – Intracompany transfers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
O – Extraordinary ability |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
P – Athletes, artists, and entertainers |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Q – Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
R – Religious occupation |
5 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
TN – North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional |
2 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-1/K-2 – Not yet married – fiance and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-3/K-4 – Already married – spouse and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
September 27, 2007 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
May 7, 2010 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
June 1, 2010 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
April 25, 2007 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
5 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change of status to H or L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change Status to the J exchange visitor category |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other change of status applications |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of stay for H and L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other extension applications |
2.5 Months |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-751 |
Petition to Remove the Conditions on Residence |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents |
6 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
3 Months |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
3 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) |
6 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) based on PL107-273 |
September 12, 1997 |
Field Office Processing Dates for Nebraska Service Center as of: May 31, 2011
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
March 16, 2011 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Blanket L |
July 2, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
E – Treaty traders and investors |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Visa to be issued abroad |
July 2, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Change of status in the U.S. |
July 2, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Extension of stay in the U.S. |
July 2, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1C – Nurses |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2A – Temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2B – Other temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-3 – Temporary trainees |
July 2, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
L – Intracompany transfers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
O – Extraordinary ability |
July 2, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
P – Athletes, artists, and entertainers |
July 2, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Q – Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process |
July 2, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
R – Religious occupation |
July 2, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
TN – North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional |
July 2, 2006 |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-1/K-2 – Not yet married – fiance and/or dependent child |
December 31, 2007 |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-3/K-4 – Already married – spouse and/or dependent child |
December 31, 2007 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
May 16, 2005 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Refugee or asylee applying for a refugee travel document |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Permanent resident applying for a re-entry permit |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) dependent applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) principal applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Extraordinary ability |
January 21, 2011 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Outstanding professor or researcher |
January 21, 2011 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Multinational executive or manager |
January 21, 2011 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Skilled worker or professional |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Unskilled worker |
January 16, 2011 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver |
January 21, 2011 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Schedule A Nurses |
January 21, 2011 |
I-212 |
Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the U.S. After Deportation or Removal |
Readmission after deportation or removal |
November 10, 2008 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) |
November 10, 2008 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
5 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on grant of asylum more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on refugee admission more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories |
January 25, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change of status to H or L dependents |
January 25, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change Status to the J exchange visitor category |
January 25, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other change of status applications |
January 25, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students |
January 25, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of stay for H and L dependents |
January 25, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors |
January 25, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other extension applications |
January 25, 2011 |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-730 |
Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition |
Petition for accompanying family members of a refugee or an asylee |
5 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
May 8, 2011 |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
3 Months |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
January 15, 2011 |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) |
6 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) based on PL107-273 |
6 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement |
3.5 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
10-year renewal |
3.5 Months |
I-90A |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement for Special Agricultral Workers (SAW) |
3.5 Months |
N-565 |
Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document |
U.S. citizen applying for a replacement of naturalization or citizenship certificate |
6 Months |
N-600 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship |
5 Months |
N-643 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship on Behalf of an Adopted Child |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship on behalf of an adopted child |
5 Months |
Field Office Processing Dates for Texas Service Center as of: May 31, 2011
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
March 7, 2011 |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-1/K-2 – Not yet married – fiance and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-3/K-4 – Already married – spouse and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
5 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Refugee or asylee applying for a refugee travel document |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Permanent resident applying for a re-entry permit |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) dependent applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) principal applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Extraordinary ability |
September 18, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Outstanding professor or researcher |
September 18, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Multinational executive or manager |
September 18, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability |
October 2, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Skilled worker or professional |
September 16, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Unskilled worker |
September 16, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver |
September 14, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Schedule A Nurses |
October 2, 2010 |
I-212 |
Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the U.S. After Deportation or Removal |
Readmission after deportation or removal |
July 1, 2009 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
October 15, 2010 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) |
July 1, 2009 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
October 15, 2010 |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Indochinese Adjustment Act |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Nicaraguan and Central American Relief Act (NACARA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on grant of asylum more than 1 year ago |
January 14, 2011 |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on refugee admission more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
September 30, 2008 |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-730 |
Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition |
Petition for accompanying family members of a refugee or an asylee |
December 1, 2010 |
I-751 |
Petition to Remove the Conditions on Residence |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents |
June 29, 2008 |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
3 Months |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
September 24, 2010 |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement |
June 1, 2010 |
N-565 |
Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document |
U.S. citizen applying for a replacement of naturalization or citizenship certificate |
6 Months |
N-600 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship |
5 Months |
Field Office Processing Dates for Vermont Service Center as of: May 31, 2011
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
2.5 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Blanket L |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
E – Treaty traders and investors |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Visa to be issued abroad |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Change of status in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Extension of stay in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1C – Nurses |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2A – Temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2B – Other temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-3 – Temporary trainees |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
L – Intracompany transfers |
April 3, 2011 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
O – Extraordinary ability |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
P – Athletes, artists, and entertainers |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Q – Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
R – Religious occupation |
5 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
TN – North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional |
2 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-1/K-2 – Not yet married – fiance and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-3/K-4 – Already married – spouse and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
September 11, 2010 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
July 17, 2010 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Refugee or asylee applying for a refugee travel document |
September 23, 2010 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Permanent resident applying for a re-entry permit |
September 23, 2010 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) dependent applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) principal applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Extraordinary ability |
January 31, 2008 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Outstanding professor or researcher |
January 31, 2008 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Multinational executive or manager |
January 31, 2008 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability |
January 31, 2008 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Skilled worker or professional |
January 31, 2008 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Unskilled worker |
January 31, 2008 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver |
January 31, 2008 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Schedule A Nurses |
January 31, 2008 |
I-212 |
Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the U.S. After Deportation or Removal |
Readmission after deportation or removal |
4 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
5 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
December 4, 2010 |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Indochinese Adjustment Act |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Nicaraguan and Central American Relief Act (NACARA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on grant of asylum more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on refugee admission more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories |
March 13, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change of status to H or L dependents |
March 13, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change Status to the J exchange visitor category |
March 13, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other change of status applications |
March 13, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students |
March 13, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of stay for H and L dependents |
March 13, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors |
March 13, 2011 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other extension applications |
March 13, 2011 |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-751 |
Petition to Remove the Conditions on Residence |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents |
6 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
October 31, 2010 |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
January 6, 2011 |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
October 31, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
October 31, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
October 31, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
October 31, 2010 |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
3 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) |
6 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) based on PL107-273 |
6 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement |
3.5 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
10-year renewal |
April 1, 2009 |
I-90A |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement for Special Agricultral Workers (SAW) |
3.5 Months |
I-914 |
Application for T Non-immigrant Status |
Provide temporary immigration benefits to an alien who is a victim of trafficking in persons, and immediate family |
4 Months |
I-918 |
Petition for U Non-immigrant Status |
Provide temporary immigration benefits to an alien who is a victim of qualifying criminal activity, and their qualifying family |
4 Months |
N-565 |
Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document |
U.S. citizen applying for a replacement of naturalization or citizenship certificate |
6 Months |
N-600 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship |
5 Months |
N-643 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship on Behalf of an Adopted Child |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship on behalf of an adopted child |
5 Months |
Readers are asked to bear in mind that the above cited estimations do not take into consideration processing at the National Visa Center. Furthermore, these estimates also do not take into consideration Consular Processing at a US Embassy, US Consulate, or American Institute abroad.
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For those who follow this blog with any degree of regularity it may have noticed that the administration routinely posts the updated processing times for the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS). To quote directly from the official website of USCIS:
Field Office Processing Dates for California Service Center as of: February 28, 2011
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
2.5 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Blanket L |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
E – Treaty traders and investors |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Visa to be issued abroad |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Change of status in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Extension of stay in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2A – Temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2B – Other temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-3 – Temporary trainees |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
L – Intracompany transfers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
O – Extraordinary ability |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
P – Athletes, artists, and entertainers |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Q – Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
R – Religious occupation |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
TN – North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional |
2 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-1/K-2 – Not yet married – fiance and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-3/K-4 – Already married – spouse and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
September 27, 2007 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
May 7, 2010 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
June 1, 2010 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
April 25, 2007 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
September 16, 2010 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
September 16, 2010 |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
July 16, 2010 |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change of status to H or L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change Status to the J exchange visitor category |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other change of status applications |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of stay for H and L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other extension applications |
2.5 Months |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-751 |
Petition to Remove the Conditions on Residence |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents |
6 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
October 16, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
October 16, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
October 16, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
October 16, 2010 |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
3 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) |
6 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) based on PL107-273 |
September 12, 1997 |
Field Office Processing Dates for Nebraska Service Center as of: February 28, 2011
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
2.5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
April 16, 2005 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Refugee or asylee applying for a refugee travel document |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Permanent resident applying for a re-entry permit |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) dependent applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) principal applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Extraordinary ability |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Outstanding professor or researcher |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Multinational executive or manager |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Skilled worker or professional |
October 21, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Unskilled worker |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver |
October 16, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Schedule A Nurses |
4 Months |
I-212 |
Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the U.S. After Deportation or Removal |
Readmission after deportation or removal |
November 9, 2008 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) |
November 9, 2008 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
5 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on grant of asylum more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on refugee admission more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change of status to H or L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change Status to the J exchange visitor category |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other change of status applications |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of stay for H and L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other extension applications |
2.5 Months |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-730 |
Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition |
Petition for accompanying family members of a refugee or an asylee |
5 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
3 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) |
6 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) based on PL107-273 |
6 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement |
3.5 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
10-year renewal |
3.5 Months |
I-90A |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement for Special Agricultral Workers (SAW) |
3.5 Months |
N-565 |
Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document |
U.S. citizen applying for a replacement of naturalization or citizenship certificate |
6 Months |
N-600 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship |
5 Months |
N-643 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship on Behalf of an Adopted Child |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship on behalf of an adopted child |
5 Months |
Field Office Processing Dates for Texas Service Center as of: February 28, 2011
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
November 7, 2010 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Blanket L |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
E – Treaty traders and investors |
December 27, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Visa to be issued abroad |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Change of status in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Extension of stay in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1C – Nurses |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2A – Temporary workers |
December 27, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2B – Other temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-3 – Temporary trainees |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
L – Intracompany transfers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
O – Extraordinary ability |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
P – Athletes, artists, and entertainers |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Q – Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
R – Religious occupation |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
TN – North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional |
2 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-1/K-2 – Not yet married – fiance and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-3/K-4 – Already married – spouse and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
5 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Refugee or asylee applying for a refugee travel document |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Permanent resident applying for a re-entry permit |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) dependent applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) principal applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Extraordinary ability |
August 25, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Outstanding professor or researcher |
August 26, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Multinational executive or manager |
August 27, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability |
August 29, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Skilled worker or professional |
August 31, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Unskilled worker |
September 1, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver |
August 30, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Schedule A Nurses |
August 28, 2010 |
I-212 |
Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the U.S. After Deportation or Removal |
Readmission after deportation or removal |
June 30, 2009 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) |
June 30, 2009 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
5 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
August 11, 2010 |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Indochinese Adjustment Act |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Nicaraguan and Central American Relief Act (NACARA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on grant of asylum more than 1 year ago |
October 2, 2010 |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on refugee admission more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
September 29, 2008 |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-730 |
Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition |
Petition for accompanying family members of a refugee or an asylee |
September 27, 2010 |
I-751 |
Petition to Remove the Conditions on Residence |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents |
June 29, 2008 |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
3 Months |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
July 11, 2010 |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement |
March 1, 2010 |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
10-year renewal |
September 30, 2007 |
N-565 |
Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document |
U.S. citizen applying for a replacement of naturalization or citizenship certificate |
6 Months |
N-600 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship |
5 Months |
Field Office Processing Dates for Vermont Service Center as of: February 28, 2011
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
2.5 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Blanket L |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
E – Treaty traders and investors |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Visa to be issued abroad |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Change of status in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Extension of stay in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1C – Nurses |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2A – Temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2B – Other temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-3 – Temporary trainees |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
L – Intracompany transfers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
O – Extraordinary ability |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
P – Athletes, artists, and entertainers |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Q – Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
R – Religious occupation |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
TN – North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional |
2 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-1/K-2 – Not yet married – fiance and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-3/K-4 – Already married – spouse and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
September 11, 2010 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
July 3, 2010 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Refugee or asylee applying for a refugee travel document |
July 31, 2010 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Permanent resident applying for a re-entry permit |
July 31, 2010 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) dependent applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) principal applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Extraordinary ability |
August 26, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Outstanding professor or researcher |
August 27, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Multinational executive or manager |
August 28, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability |
August 30, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Skilled worker or professional |
September 1, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Unskilled worker |
September 2, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver |
August 31, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Schedule A Nurses |
August 29, 2010 |
I-212 |
Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the U.S. After Deportation or Removal |
Readmission after deportation or removal |
4 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
5 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
October 23, 2010 |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Indochinese Adjustment Act |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Nicaraguan and Central American Relief Act (NACARA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on grant of asylum more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on refugee admission more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change of status to H or L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change Status to the J exchange visitor category |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other change of status applications |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of stay for H and L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other extension applications |
2.5 Months |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-730 |
Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition |
Petition for accompanying family members of a refugee or an asylee |
5 Months |
I-751 |
Petition to Remove the Conditions on Residence |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents |
6 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
October 31, 2010 |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
October 31, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
October 31, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
October 31, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
October 31, 2010 |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
3 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) |
6 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) based on PL107-273 |
6 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement |
3.5 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
10-year renewal |
March 31, 2009 |
N-565 |
Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document |
U.S. citizen applying for a replacement of naturalization or citizenship certificate |
6 Months |
N-600 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship |
5 Months |
N-643 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship on Behalf of an Adopted Child |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship on behalf of an adopted child |
5 Months |
It should be noted that these processing times only represent the processing times for USCIS. During the US visa process, an applicant for, say, a K-1 visa (US fiance visa) or a CR-1 visa (or any visa which requires an approved immigration petition) must undergo Consular Processing following USCIS approval. Therefore, in most cases the approved petition will be sent to the National Visa Center (NVC) before being forwarded to the US Embassy or US Consulate with appropriate jurisdiction. Meanwhile, those who utilize Direct Consular Filing methods or submit an I-130 petition with USCIS abroad should disregard the times noted above as they only pertain to USCIS Service Centers in the USA.
For related information please see: US Embassy Thailand or Consular Processing.
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The following estimated processing times were quoted directly from the official website of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS):
Field Office Processing Dates for California Service Center as of: January 31, 2011
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
2.5 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Blanket L |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
E – Treaty traders and investors |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Visa to be issued abroad |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Change of status in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Extension of stay in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2A – Temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2B – Other temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-3 – Temporary trainees |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
L – Intracompany transfers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
O – Extraordinary ability |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
P – Athletes, artists, and entertainers |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Q – Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
R – Religious occupation |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
TN – North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional |
2 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-1/K-2 – Not yet married – fiance and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-3/K-4 – Already married – spouse and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
September 27, 2007 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
May 7, 2010 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
June 1, 2010 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
April 25, 2007 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
5 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
July 16, 2010 |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
August 13, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change of status to H or L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change Status to the J exchange visitor category |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other change of status applications |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of stay for H and L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other extension applications |
2.5 Months |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-751 |
Petition to Remove the Conditions on Residence |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents |
6 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
September 16, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
September 16, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
September 16, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
September 16, 2010 |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
3 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) |
6 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) based on PL107-273 |
September 12, 1997 |
Field Office Processing Dates for Nebraska Service Center as of: January 31, 2011
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
2.5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
April 16, 2005 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Refugee or asylee applying for a refugee travel document |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Permanent resident applying for a re-entry permit |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) dependent applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) principal applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Extraordinary ability |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Outstanding professor or researcher |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Multinational executive or manager |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Skilled worker or professional |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Unskilled worker |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Schedule A Nurses |
4 Months |
I-212 |
Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the U.S. After Deportation or Removal |
Readmission after deportation or removal |
June 3, 2009 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) |
June 3, 2009 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
5 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Indochinese Adjustment Act |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Nicaraguan and Central American Relief Act (NACARA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on grant of asylum more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on refugee admission more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change of status to H or L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change Status to the J exchange visitor category |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other change of status applications |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of stay for H and L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other extension applications |
2.5 Months |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-730 |
Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition |
Petition for accompanying family members of a refugee or an asylee |
5 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
3 Months |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
3 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) |
6 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) based on PL107-273 |
6 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement |
3.5 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
10-year renewal |
3.5 Months |
I-90A |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement for Special Agricultral Workers (SAW) |
3.5 Months |
N-565 |
Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document |
U.S. citizen applying for a replacement of naturalization or citizenship certificate |
6 Months |
N-600 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship |
5 Months |
N-643 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship on Behalf of an Adopted Child |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship on behalf of an adopted child |
5 Months |
Field Office Processing Dates for Texas Service Center as of: January 31, 2011
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
November 3, 2010 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Blanket L |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
E – Treaty traders and investors |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Visa to be issued abroad |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Change of status in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Extension of stay in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1C – Nurses |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2A – Temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2B – Other temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-3 – Temporary trainees |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
L – Intracompany transfers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
O – Extraordinary ability |
January 3, 2011 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
P – Athletes, artists, and entertainers |
January 3, 2011 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Q – Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
R – Religious occupation |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
TN – North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional |
2 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-1/K-2 – Not yet married – fiance and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-3/K-4 – Already married – spouse and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
5 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Refugee or asylee applying for a refugee travel document |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Permanent resident applying for a re-entry permit |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) dependent applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) principal applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Extraordinary ability |
August 21, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Outstanding professor or researcher |
August 21, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Multinational executive or manager |
August 21, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability |
August 21, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Skilled worker or professional |
August 21, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Unskilled worker |
August 21, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver |
August 21, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Schedule A Nurses |
August 21, 2010 |
I-212 |
Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the U.S. After Deportation or Removal |
Readmission after deportation or removal |
June 2, 2009 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
August 2, 2010 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) |
June 2, 2009 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
August 2, 2010 |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
August 16, 2010 |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Indochinese Adjustment Act |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Nicaraguan and Central American Relief Act (NACARA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on grant of asylum more than 1 year ago |
September 18, 2010 |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on refugee admission more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
October 1, 2008 |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-730 |
Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition |
Petition for accompanying family members of a refugee or an asylee |
5 Months |
I-751 |
Petition to Remove the Conditions on Residence |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents |
6 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
3 Months |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
August 3, 2010 |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement |
June 2, 2010 |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
10-year renewal |
October 2, 2009 |
N-565 |
Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document |
U.S. citizen applying for a replacement of naturalization or citizenship certificate |
6 Months |
N-600 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship |
5 Months |
Field Office Processing Dates for Vermont Service Center as of: January 31, 2011
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
2.5 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Blanket L |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
E – Treaty traders and investors |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Visa to be issued abroad |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Change of status in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Extension of stay in the U.S. |
November 20, 2010 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1C – Nurses |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2A – Temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2B – Other temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-3 – Temporary trainees |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
L – Intracompany transfers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
O – Extraordinary ability |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
P – Athletes, artists, and entertainers |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Q – Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
R – Religious occupation |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
TN – North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional |
2 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-1/K-2 – Not yet married – fiance and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-3/K-4 – Already married – spouse and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
June 26, 2010 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Refugee or asylee applying for a refugee travel document |
October 12, 2010 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Permanent resident applying for a re-entry permit |
October 12, 2010 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) dependent applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) principal applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Extraordinary ability |
August 22, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Outstanding professor or researcher |
August 22, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Multinational executive or manager |
August 22, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability |
August 22, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Skilled worker or professional |
August 22, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Unskilled worker |
August 22, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver |
August 22, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Schedule A Nurses |
August 22, 2010 |
I-212 |
Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the U.S. After Deportation or Removal |
Readmission after deportation or removal |
4 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
5 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
September 25, 2010 |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Indochinese Adjustment Act |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Nicaraguan and Central American Relief Act (NACARA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on grant of asylum more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on refugee admission more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories |
October 2, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change of status to H or L dependents |
October 2, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change Status to the J exchange visitor category |
October 2, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other change of status applications |
October 2, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students |
October 2, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of stay for H and L dependents |
October 2, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors |
October 2, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other extension applications |
October 2, 2010 |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-730 |
Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition |
Petition for accompanying family members of a refugee or an asylee |
5 Months |
I-751 |
Petition to Remove the Conditions on Residence |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents |
6 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
December 23, 2010 |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
October 31, 2010 |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
October 31, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
October 31, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
October 31, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
October 31, 2010 |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
3 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) |
6 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) based on PL107-273 |
6 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement |
3.5 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
10-year renewal |
3.5 Months |
N-565 |
Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document |
U.S. citizen applying for a replacement of naturalization or citizenship certificate |
6 Months |
N-600 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship |
5 Months |
N-643 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship on Behalf of an Adopted Child |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship on behalf of an adopted child |
August 29, 2010 |
It should be noted that the above estimated processing times do not account for processing times at the National Visa Center (NVC) nor Consular processing at a US Embassy or US Consulate abroad.
In many cases, it may be required that an applicant receive approval on an immigration petition before they will be allowed to Consular process an application at a US Mission abroad. In a limited number of cases, it may be possible for a CR-1 visa or an IR-1 visa to be obtained pursuant to local Direct Consular Filing (DCF) protocols, but the majority of such cases are not processed in this manner. It should be further noted that Direct Consular Filing is not generally an option for those seeking the non-immigrant US fiance visa categorized as a K-1 visa.
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Frequent readers of this blog may have taken notice of the fact that the administration routinely posts the current estimated processing times for the domestic Service Centers of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS). The following was quoted directly from the official website of USCIS:
Field Office Processing Dates for California Service Center as of: December 31, 2010
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
2.5 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Blanket L |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
E – Treaty traders and investors |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Visa to be issued abroad |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Change of status in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Extension of stay in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2A – Temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2B – Other temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-3 – Temporary trainees |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
L – Intracompany transfers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
O – Extraordinary ability |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
P – Athletes, artists, and entertainers |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Q – Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
R – Religious occupation |
October 21, 2010 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
TN – North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional |
2 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-1/K-2 – Not yet married – fiance and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-3/K-4 – Already married – spouse and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
September 27, 2007 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
May 7, 2010 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
June 1, 2010 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
April 25, 2007 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
5 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
July 16, 2010 |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
July 13, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change of status to H or L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change Status to the J exchange visitor category |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other change of status applications |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of stay for H and L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other extension applications |
2.5 Months |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-751 |
Petition to Remove the Conditions on Residence |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents |
6 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
August 16, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
August 16, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
August 16, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
August 16, 2010 |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
3 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) |
6 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) based on PL107-273 |
September 12, 1997 |
Field Office Processing Dates for Nebraska Service Center as of: December 31, 2010
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
2.5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
April 16, 2005 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Refugee or asylee applying for a refugee travel document |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Permanent resident applying for a re-entry permit |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) dependent applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) principal applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Extraordinary ability |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Outstanding professor or researcher |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Multinational executive or manager |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Skilled worker or professional |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Unskilled worker |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Schedule A Nurses |
4 Months |
I-212 |
Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the U.S. After Deportation or Removal |
Readmission after deportation or removal |
November 11, 2008 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) |
November 11, 2008 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
5 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on grant of asylum more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on refugee admission more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change of status to H or L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change Status to the J exchange visitor category |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other change of status applications |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of stay for H and L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other extension applications |
2.5 Months |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-730 |
Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition |
Petition for accompanying family members of a refugee or an asylee |
5 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
3 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) |
6 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) based on PL107-273 |
6 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement |
3.5 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
10-year renewal |
3.5 Months |
I-90A |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement for Special Agricultral Workers (SAW) |
3.5 Months |
N-565 |
Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document |
U.S. citizen applying for a replacement of naturalization or citizenship certificate |
6 Months |
N-600 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship |
5 Months |
N-643 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship on Behalf of an Adopted Child |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship on behalf of an adopted child |
5 Months |
Field Office Processing Dates for Texas Service Center as of: December 31, 2010
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
October 1, 2010 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Blanket L |
December 29, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
E – Treaty traders and investors |
December 29, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Visa to be issued abroad |
December 29, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Change of status in the U.S. |
December 29, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Extension of stay in the U.S. |
December 29, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1C – Nurses |
December 29, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2A – Temporary workers |
December 29, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2B – Other temporary workers |
December 29, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-3 – Temporary trainees |
December 29, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
L – Intracompany transfers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
O – Extraordinary ability |
December 29, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
P – Athletes, artists, and entertainers |
December 29, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Q – Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process |
December 29, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
R – Religious occupation |
December 29, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
TN – North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional |
December 29, 2007 |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-1/K-2 – Not yet married – fiance and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-3/K-4 – Already married – spouse and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
5 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Refugee or asylee applying for a refugee travel document |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Permanent resident applying for a re-entry permit |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) dependent applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) principal applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Extraordinary ability |
August 14, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Outstanding professor or researcher |
August 14, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Multinational executive or manager |
August 14, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability |
August 14, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Skilled worker or professional |
August 14, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Unskilled worker |
August 14, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver |
August 14, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Schedule A Nurses |
August 14, 2010 |
I-212 |
Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the U.S. After Deportation or Removal |
Readmission after deportation or removal |
May 2, 2009 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) |
May 2, 2009 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
5 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
July 24, 2010 |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Indochinese Adjustment Act |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Nicaraguan and Central American Relief Act (NACARA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on grant of asylum more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on refugee admission more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
October 1, 2008 |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-730 |
Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition |
Petition for accompanying family members of a refugee or an asylee |
5 Months |
I-751 |
Petition to Remove the Conditions on Residence |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents |
July 1, 2008 |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
3 Months |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
July 3, 2010 |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement |
June 2, 2010 |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
10-year renewal |
October 1, 2009 |
N-565 |
Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document |
U.S. citizen applying for a replacement of naturalization or citizenship certificate |
6 Months |
N-600 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship |
5 Months |
Field Office Processing Dates for Vermont Service Center as of: December 31, 2010
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
2.5 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Blanket L |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
E – Treaty traders and investors |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Visa to be issued abroad |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Change of status in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Extension of stay in the U.S. |
September 11, 2010 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1C – Nurses |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2A – Temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2B – Other temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-3 – Temporary trainees |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
L – Intracompany transfers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
O – Extraordinary ability |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
P – Athletes, artists, and entertainers |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Q – Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
R – Religious occupation |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
TN – North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional |
2 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-1/K-2 – Not yet married – fiance and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-3/K-4 – Already married – spouse and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
June 26, 2010 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Refugee or asylee applying for a refugee travel document |
September 8, 2010 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Permanent resident applying for a re-entry permit |
September 8, 2010 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) dependent applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) principal applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Extraordinary ability |
November 2, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Outstanding professor or researcher |
November 2, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Multinational executive or manager |
November 2, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability |
November 2, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Skilled worker or professional |
November 2, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Unskilled worker |
November 2, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver |
November 2, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Schedule A Nurses |
November 2, 2007 |
I-212 |
Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the U.S. After Deportation or Removal |
Readmission after deportation or removal |
4 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
5 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
August 14, 2010 |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Indochinese Adjustment Act |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Nicaraguan and Central American Relief Act (NACARA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on grant of asylum more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on refugee admission more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories |
September 11, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change of status to H or L dependents |
September 11, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change Status to the J exchange visitor category |
September 11, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other change of status applications |
September 11, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students |
September 11, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of stay for H and L dependents |
September 11, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors |
September 11, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other extension applications |
September 11, 2010 |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-730 |
Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition |
Petition for accompanying family members of a refugee or an asylee |
5 Months |
I-751 |
Petition to Remove the Conditions on Residence |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents |
6 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
3 Months |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
3 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) |
6 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) based on PL107-273 |
6 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement |
3.5 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
10-year renewal |
September 2, 2007 |
N-565 |
Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document |
U.S. citizen applying for a replacement of naturalization or citizenship certificate |
6 Months |
N-600 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship |
5 Months |
N-643 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship on Behalf of an Adopted Child |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship on behalf of an adopted child |
July 14, 2010 |
It should be noted that the above processing estimates do not take into consideration that once cases are processed out of USCIS they must be sent to the United States National Visa Center and then on to a US Embassy or US Consulate abroad for further adjudication (this analysis assumes that the foreign beneficiary is residing outside of the USA). The processing times noted above pertain to USCIS exclusively. Therefore, the overall process of obtaining a K-1 visa or a K-3 visa for an alien fiance or spouse could take more time that that noted above. for fin
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Routinely, the administration of this blog posts the estimated processing times of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) Centers in an effort to provide clarity and information to those interested in the US Immigration process. It should be noted that for visa petitioners seeking a K-1 visa or an Immigrant visa such as a CR-1 visa, these estimated processing times do not take into account the need to process many visa applications through the National Visa Center (NVC) and possibly a US Embassy or US Consulate abroad. Below are the estimated processing times for the Texas Service Center, the Nebraska Service Center, the Vermont Service Center and the California Service Center as quoted from the official website of USCIS:
Field Office Processing Dates for California Service Center as of: October 31, 2010
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
2.5 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Blanket L |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
E – Treaty traders and investors |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Visa to be issued abroad |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Change of status in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Extension of stay in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2A – Temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2B – Other temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-3 – Temporary trainees |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
L – Intracompany transfers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
O – Extraordinary ability |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
P – Athletes, artists, and entertainers |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Q – Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
R – Religious occupation |
August 28, 2010 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
TN – North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional |
2 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-1/K-2 – Not yet married – fiance and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-3/K-4 – Already married – spouse and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
February 8, 2007 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
May 7, 2010 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
June 1, 2010 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
September 1, 2006 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
5 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change of status to H or L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change Status to the J exchange visitor category |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other change of status applications |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of stay for H and L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other extension applications |
2.5 Months |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-751 |
Petition to Remove the Conditions on Residence |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents |
6 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
June 16, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
June 16, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
June 16, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
June 16, 2010 |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
3 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) |
6 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) based on PL107-273 |
September 12, 1997 |
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Field Office Processing Dates for Nebraska Service Center as of: October 31, 2010
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
2.5 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Blanket L |
August 23, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
E – Treaty traders and investors |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Visa to be issued abroad |
August 23, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Change of status in the U.S. |
August 23, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Extension of stay in the U.S. |
August 23, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1C – Nurses |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2A – Temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2B – Other temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-3 – Temporary trainees |
August 23, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
L – Intracompany transfers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
O – Extraordinary ability |
August 23, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
P – Athletes, artists, and entertainers |
August 23, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Q – Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process |
August 23, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
R – Religious occupation |
August 23, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
TN – North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional |
August 23, 2006 |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-1/K-2 – Not yet married – fiance and/or dependent child |
June 2, 2006 |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-3/K-4 – Already married – spouse and/or dependent child |
June 2, 2006 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
March 16, 2005 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Refugee or asylee applying for a refugee travel document |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Permanent resident applying for a re-entry permit |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) dependent applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) principal applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Extraordinary ability |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Outstanding professor or researcher |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Multinational executive or manager |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Skilled worker or professional |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Unskilled worker |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Schedule A Nurses |
4 Months |
I-212 |
Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the U.S. After Deportation or Removal |
Readmission after deportation or removal |
November 11, 2008 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) |
November 11, 2008 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
5 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on grant of asylum more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on refugee admission more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change of status to H or L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change Status to the J exchange visitor category |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other change of status applications |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of stay for H and L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other extension applications |
2.5 Months |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-730 |
Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition |
Petition for accompanying family members of a refugee or an asylee |
5 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
3 Months |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
3 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) |
6 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) based on PL107-273 |
6 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement |
3.5 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
10-year renewal |
3.5 Months |
I-90A |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement for Special Agricultral Workers (SAW) |
3.5 Months |
N-565 |
Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document |
U.S. citizen applying for a replacement of naturalization or citizenship certificate |
6 Months |
N-600 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship |
5 Months |
N-643 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship on Behalf of an Adopted Child |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship on behalf of an adopted child |
5 Months |
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Field Office Processing Dates for Texas Service Center as of: October 31, 2010
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
August 9, 2010 |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-1/K-2 – Not yet married – fiance and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-3/K-4 – Already married – spouse and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
5 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Refugee or asylee applying for a refugee travel document |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Permanent resident applying for a re-entry permit |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) dependent applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) principal applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Extraordinary ability |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Outstanding professor or researcher |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Multinational executive or manager |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Skilled worker or professional |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Unskilled worker |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Schedule A Nurses |
4 Months |
I-212 |
Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the U.S. After Deportation or Removal |
Readmission after deportation or removal |
April 17, 2009 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) |
April 17, 2009 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
5 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
June 5, 2010 |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Indochinese Adjustment Act |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Nicaraguan and Central American Relief Act (NACARA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on grant of asylum more than 1 year ago |
May 18, 2010 |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on refugee admission more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
October 1, 2008 |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-730 |
Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition |
Petition for accompanying family members of a refugee or an asylee |
5 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
December 1, 2009 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
December 1, 2009 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
December 1, 2009 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
December 1, 2009 |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
July 1, 2010 |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement |
December 31, 2009 |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
10-year renewal |
3.5 Months |
N-565 |
Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document |
U.S. citizen applying for a replacement of naturalization or citizenship certificate |
6 Months |
N-600 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship |
5 Months |
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Field Office Processing Dates for Vermont Service Center as of: October 31, 2010
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
2.5 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Blanket L |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
E – Treaty traders and investors |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Visa to be issued abroad |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Change of status in the U.S. |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Extension of stay in the U.S. |
June 26, 2010 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1C – Nurses |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2A – Temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2B – Other temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-3 – Temporary trainees |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
L – Intracompany transfers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
O – Extraordinary ability |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
P – Athletes, artists, and entertainers |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Q – Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
R – Religious occupation |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
TN – North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional |
2 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-1/K-2 – Not yet married – fiance and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-3/K-4 – Already married – spouse and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
5 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Refugee or asylee applying for a refugee travel document |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Permanent resident applying for a re-entry permit |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) dependent applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) principal applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Extraordinary ability |
November 2, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Outstanding professor or researcher |
November 2, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Multinational executive or manager |
November 2, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability |
November 2, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Skilled worker or professional |
November 2, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Unskilled worker |
November 2, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver |
November 2, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Schedule A Nurses |
November 2, 2007 |
I-212 |
Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the U.S. After Deportation or Removal |
Readmission after deportation or removal |
4 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
5 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
June 26, 2010 |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Indochinese Adjustment Act |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Nicaraguan and Central American Relief Act (NACARA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on grant of asylum more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on refugee admission more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories |
June 26, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change of status to H or L dependents |
June 26, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change Status to the J exchange visitor category |
June 26, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other change of status applications |
June 26, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students |
June 26, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of stay for H and L dependents |
June 26, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors |
June 26, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other extension applications |
June 26, 2010 |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-730 |
Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition |
Petition for accompanying family members of a refugee or an asylee |
5 Months |
I-751 |
Petition to Remove the Conditions on Residence |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents |
6 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
July 10, 2010 |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
July 7, 2010 |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
July 7, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
July 7, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
July 7, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
July 7, 2010 |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
3 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) |
6 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) based on PL107-273 |
6 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement |
3.5 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
10-year renewal |
April 2, 2009 |
N-565 |
Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document |
U.S. citizen applying for a replacement of naturalization or citizenship certificate |
6 Months |
N-600 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship |
5 Months |
N-643 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship on Behalf of an Adopted Child |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship on behalf of an adopted child |
May 27, 2010 |
The above estimates are simply that: estimates. However, these time frames do represent a realistic assessment of the probable time it would take to process a visa petition at USCIS. Again, most visa cases require further processing by the Department of State so the above estimates do not reflect the full duration of the US visa process in most cases.
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In an effort to provide clarity to those interested in the United States Immigration process the administration of this blog routinely posts the estimated processing times of the service centers of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS). USCIS is tasked with adjudicating immigration petitions and applications for those seeking visa or immigration benefits. The following was quoted directly from the official website of USCIS:
Field Office Processing Dates for Nebraska Service Center as of: September 30, 2010
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
2.5 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Blanket L |
August 12, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
E – Treaty traders and investors |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Visa to be issued abroad |
August 12, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Change of status in the U.S. |
August 12, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Extension of stay in the U.S. |
August 12, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1C – Nurses |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2A – Temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2B – Other temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-3 – Temporary trainees |
August 12, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
L – Intracompany transfers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
O – Extraordinary ability |
August 12, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
P – Athletes, artists, and entertainers |
August 12, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Q – Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process |
August 12, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
R – Religious occupation |
August 12, 2006 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
TN – North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional |
August 12, 2006 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
March 1, 2005 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Refugee or asylee applying for a refugee travel document |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Permanent resident applying for a re-entry permit |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) dependent applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) principal applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Extraordinary ability |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Outstanding professor or researcher |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Multinational executive or manager |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Skilled worker or professional |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Unskilled worker |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Schedule A Nurses |
4 Months |
I-212 |
Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the U.S. After Deportation or Removal |
Readmission after deportation or removal |
November 20, 2008 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) |
November 20, 2008 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
5 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on grant of asylum more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on refugee admission more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change of status to H or L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change Status to the J exchange visitor category |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other change of status applications |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of stay for H and L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other extension applications |
2.5 Months |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-730 |
Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition |
Petition for accompanying family members of a refugee or an asylee |
5 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
3 Months |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
3 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) |
6 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) based on PL107-273 |
6 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement |
3.5 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
10-year renewal |
3.5 Months |
I-90A |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement for Special Agricultral Workers (SAW) |
3.5 Months |
N-565 |
Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document |
U.S. citizen applying for a replacement of naturalization or citizenship certificate |
6 Months |
N-600 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship |
5 Months |
N-643 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship on Behalf of an Adopted Child |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship on behalf of an adopted child |
5 Months |
Field Office Processing Dates for California Service Center as of: September 30, 2010
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
2.5 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Blanket L |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
E – Treaty traders and investors |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Visa to be issued abroad |
July 1, 2010 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Change of status in the U.S. |
July 1, 2010 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Extension of stay in the U.S. |
July 1, 2010 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2A – Temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2B – Other temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-3 – Temporary trainees |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
L – Intracompany transfers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
O – Extraordinary ability |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
P – Athletes, artists, and entertainers |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Q – Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
R – Religious occupation |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
TN – North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional |
2 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-1/K-2 – Not yet married – fiance and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-3/K-4 – Already married – spouse and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
February 8, 2007 |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
September 1, 2006 |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
5 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change of status to H or L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change Status to the J exchange visitor category |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other change of status applications |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of stay for H and L dependents |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors |
2.5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other extension applications |
2.5 Months |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-751 |
Petition to Remove the Conditions on Residence |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents |
6 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
May 16, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
May 16, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
May 16, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
May 16, 2010 |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
3 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) |
6 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) based on PL107-273 |
September 12, 1997 |
Field Office Processing Dates for Texas Service Center as of: September 30, 2010
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
2.5 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Blanket L |
December 28, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
E – Treaty traders and investors |
December 28, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Visa to be issued abroad |
December 28, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Change of status in the U.S. |
December 28, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Extension of stay in the U.S. |
December 28, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1C – Nurses |
December 28, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2A – Temporary workers |
December 28, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2B – Other temporary workers |
December 28, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-3 – Temporary trainees |
December 28, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
L – Intracompany transfers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
O – Extraordinary ability |
December 28, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
P – Athletes, artists, and entertainers |
December 28, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Q – Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process |
December 28, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
R – Religious occupation |
December 28, 2007 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
TN – North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional |
December 28, 2007 |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-1/K-2 – Not yet married – fiance and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-3/K-4 – Already married – spouse and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
5 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Refugee or asylee applying for a refugee travel document |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Permanent resident applying for a re-entry permit |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) dependent applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) principal applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Extraordinary ability |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Outstanding professor or researcher |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Multinational executive or manager |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Skilled worker or professional |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Unskilled worker |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver |
4 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Schedule A Nurses |
4 Months |
I-212 |
Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the U.S. After Deportation or Removal |
Readmission after deportation or removal |
April 1, 2009 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) |
April 1, 2009 |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
5 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
May 10, 2010 |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Indochinese Adjustment Act |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Nicaraguan and Central American Relief Act (NACARA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on grant of asylum more than 1 year ago |
April 25, 2010 |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on refugee admission more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
September 30, 2008 |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-730 |
Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition |
Petition for accompanying family members of a refugee or an asylee |
5 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
November 30, 2009 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
November 30, 2009 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
November 30, 2009 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
November 30, 2009 |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
April 5, 2010 |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement |
March 2, 2010 |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
10-year renewal |
October 1, 2009 |
N-565 |
Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document |
U.S. citizen applying for a replacement of naturalization or citizenship certificate |
6 Months |
N-600 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship |
5 Months |
Field Office Processing Dates for Vermont Service Center as of: September 30, 2010
Form |
Title |
Classification or Basis for Filing: |
Processing Timeframe: |
I-102 |
Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record |
Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 |
2.5 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Blanket L |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
E – Treaty traders and investors |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Visa to be issued abroad |
July 10, 2010 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Change of status in the U.S. |
July 10, 2010 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1B – Specialty occupation – Extension of stay in the U.S. |
June 5, 2010 |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-1C – Nurses |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2A – Temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-2B – Other temporary workers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
H-3 – Temporary trainees |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
L – Intracompany transfers |
1 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
O – Extraordinary ability |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
P – Athletes, artists, and entertainers |
2 Weeks |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
Q – Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
R – Religious occupation |
2 Months |
I-129 |
Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker |
TN – North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional |
2 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-1/K-2 – Not yet married – fiance and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-129F |
Petition for Alien Fiance(e) |
K-3/K-4 – Already married – spouse and/or dependent child |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 |
5 Months |
I-130 |
Petition for Alien Relative |
U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister |
5 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Refugee or asylee applying for a refugee travel document |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Permanent resident applying for a re-entry permit |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) dependent applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) principal applying for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-131 |
Application for Travel Document |
All other applicants for advance parole |
3 Months |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Extraordinary ability |
December 31, 2008 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Outstanding professor or researcher |
December 31, 2008 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Multinational executive or manager |
December 31, 2008 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability |
December 31, 2008 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Skilled worker or professional |
December 31, 2008 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Unskilled worker |
December 31, 2008 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver |
December 31, 2008 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Schedule A Nurses |
December 31, 2008 |
I-212 |
Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the U.S. After Deportation or Removal |
Readmission after deportation or removal |
4 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
All other special immigrants |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) |
5 Months |
I-360 |
Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant |
Religious workers |
5 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Employment-based adjustment applications |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act (HRIFA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Indochinese Adjustment Act |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Under the Nicaraguan and Central American Relief Act (NACARA) |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on grant of asylum more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-485 |
Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status |
Based on refugee admission more than 1 year ago |
4 Months |
I-526 |
Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur |
For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States |
5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories |
June 5, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change of status to H or L dependents |
June 5, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change Status to the J exchange visitor category |
June 5, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other change of status applications |
June 5, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students |
June 5, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of stay for H and L dependents |
June 5, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors |
June 5, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other extension applications |
June 5, 2010 |
I-612 |
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement |
Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution |
4 Months |
I-730 |
Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition |
Petition for accompanying family members of a refugee or an asylee |
5 Months |
I-751 |
Petition to Remove the Conditions on Residence |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents |
6 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on an approved asylum application [(a)(5)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] |
3 Weeks |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] |
3 Months |
I-765 |
Application for Employment Authorization |
All other applications for employment authorization |
3 Months |
I-817 |
Application for Family Unity Benefits |
Voluntary departure under the family unity program |
6 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador extension |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
3 Months |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
3 Months |
I-824 |
Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition |
To request further action on an approved application or petition |
3 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) |
6 Months |
I-829 |
Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions |
Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) based on PL107-273 |
6 Months |
I-90 |
Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card |
Initial issuance or replacement |
3.5 Months |
N-565 |
Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document |
U.S. citizen applying for a replacement of naturalization or citizenship certificate |
6 Months |
N-600 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship |
5 Months |
N-643 |
Application for Certification of Citizenship on Behalf of an Adopted Child |
Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship on behalf of an adopted child |
5 Months |
Those seeking information about the US visa process should note that the USCIS processing times do not take into consideration processing at the United States National Visa Center nor the United States Mission, Embassy or Consulate overseas where the alien national may be processing their visa application. Consular processing times and NVC processing times generally depend upon the caseload of the US Embassy or US Consulate adjudicating the visa application.
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