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 read this web log with any frequency may have noticed that the administration routinely posts the estimated processing times of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) as both a courtesy to our clients and the public-at-large. 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: November 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 |
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 |
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 |
July 16, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
El Salvador initial or late filing |
July 16, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua extension |
July 16, 2010 |
I-821 |
Application for Temporary Protected Status |
Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing |
July 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: November 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-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 31, 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 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 |
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: November 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 |
September 3, 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 |
July 7, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Outstanding professor or researcher |
July 7, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Multinational executive or manager |
July 7, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability |
July 7, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Skilled worker or professional |
July 7, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Unskilled worker |
July 7, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver |
July 7, 2010 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Schedule A Nurses |
July 7, 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 |
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 |
July 24, 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 |
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 |
May 14, 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 |
October 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 |
Field Office Processing Dates for Vermont Service Center as of: November 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 |
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. |
July 17, 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 |
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 1, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Outstanding professor or researcher |
November 1, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Multinational executive or manager |
November 1, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability |
November 1, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Skilled worker or professional |
November 1, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Unskilled worker |
November 1, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver |
November 1, 2007 |
I-140 |
Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker |
Schedule A Nurses |
November 1, 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 |
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 |
5 Months |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories |
August 2, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change of status to H or L dependents |
August 2, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Change Status to the J exchange visitor category |
August 2, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other change of status applications |
August 2, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students |
August 2, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of stay for H and L dependents |
August 2, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors |
August 2, 2010 |
I-539 |
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status |
All other extension applications |
August 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)] |
November 6, 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)] |
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 |
April 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 |
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 |
June 16, 2010 |
Those pondering the prospect of petitioning for Immigration benefits should note that the above estimated processing times only account for USCIS processing and do not take into account possible processing at the United States National Visa Center (NVC) as well as Consular Processing times at a US Embassy, US Consulate, American Institute, or US Mission abroad.
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