# The Latest USCIS Processing Times – 2026 Understanding USCIS wait times and case status for green cards, citizenship, K-1 visas, and employment-based immigration ## Current USCIS Processing Times at a Glance For a quick reference, here’s a summary of current processing times for key immigration forms. **The number of days/months shown is the median. It represents the time it took USCIS to process half of the applications in a given time period.** | **Form** | **Purpose** | **Current Processing Time** | |----------|-------------|-----------------------------| | I-90 | Green Card Replacement/Renewal | 4 months | | I-130 (U.S. citizen sponsor) | Petition for Alien Relative | 14.5 months | | I-130 (Green card holder sponsor) | Petition for Alien Relative | 35 months | | I-485 (Family-based) | Adjustment of Status | 8.2 months | | I-485 (Employment-based) | Adjustment of Status | 7 months | | I-129F | Petition for Alien Fiancé(e) | 8-11 months | | I-129 (Regular processing) | Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker| 3.4 months | | I-129 (Premium processing) | Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker| 12 days | | I-140 (Regular processing) | Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker| 8.1 months | | I-140 (Premium processing) | Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker| 21 days | | N-400 | Application for Naturalization | 5.5 months | | I-751 | Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence| 21.4 months | | I-765 | Application for Employment Authorization| 1.9 months | | I-131 | Application for Travel Document (Advance Parole)| 6.1 months | | ETA-9089 | PERM Labor Certification (DOL) | 483 days (Analyst Review) | ## Understanding USCIS and DOL Processing Times The time it takes to process your [immigration forms](https://www.boundless.com/immigration-resources/uscis-gov-immigration-forms-and-fees) depends on several factors: 1. **The type of application:** Different applications have different processing times. 2. **The agency involved:** Some forms are processed by USCIS, while others, like PERM Labor Certification, are handled by the Department of Labor. 3. **The location:** The USCIS office or service center handling your application can affect processing times. 4. **The specific category:** Processing times for employment-based visas can vary based on the preference category. 5. **Premium processing:** Some employment-based petitions are eligible for premium processing, significantly reducing wait times. ### How to Check Your Processing Time - **Locate Your USCIS Field Office:** Use your [zip code](https://www.uscis.gov/about-us/find-uscis-office/field-offices) on the USCIS website to find your office. - **Find Processing Times:** Use the USCIS Case Processing Time tool. - **Check for Premium Processing:** Verify if your petition is eligible for premium processing for quicker resolution. ### Checking Your Case Status - Find your receipt number and enter it on the [Case Status Online](https://egov.uscis.gov/) page to check the status. ## Family-Based Green Cards The I-130 petition is generally required for family-based immigration. Processing times can vary by relationship: | **Form** | **Category** | **Processing Time (FY 2025)** | |----------|--------------|-------------------------------| | I-130 | CR1 / IR1 (spouse of U.S. citizen)| 14.5 months if applying from outside the U.S.; 8.2 months if applying from within the U.S. | | I-130 | F2A (spouse/child of permanent resident)| 35 months | | I-485 | Family-based Adjustment of Status | 8.2 months | ## Employment-Based Immigration Employment-based immigration often involves multiple steps. | **Form** | **Category** | **Regular Processing** | **Premium Processing** | |----------|----------------------|-----------------------|----------------------| | I-140 | Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker| 8.1 months | 21 days | | I-485 | Employment-based Adjustment of Status| 7 months | N/A | | I-129 | Nonimmigrant Worker Petition| 3.4 months | 12 days | ## PERM Labor Certification PERM involves processing by the Department of Labor. | **Process Type** | **Processing Time** | |------------------|--------------------| | Analyst Review | 483 days | | Audit Review | N/A | ## K-1 Fiancé Visas Processing for K-1 visas typically requires additional time for consular processing. | **Form** | **Purpose** | **Processing Time** | |----------|----------------------|---------------------| | I-129F | Petition for Alien Fiancé | 8-11 months | ## Naturalization (U.S. Citizenship) | **Form** | **Purpose** | **Processing Time** | |----------|--------------------------------|---------------------| | N-400 | Application for Naturalization | 5.5 months | ## Other Common Forms | **Form** | **Purpose** | **Processing Time** | |----------|--------------------------------|---------------------| | I-90 | Replace/Renew Green Card | 4 months | | I-765 | Employment Authorization | 0.6 months | | I-131 | Travel Document | 6.1 months | ## Processing Time Backlogs USCIS has worked to reduce backlogs and announced a reduction in 2024. Processing times can vary widely depending on the specific USCIS office or service center. Common processing times for different forms and cycle time goals include: | **Cycle Time Goal** | **Forms** | |---------------------|------------| | 2 Weeks | I-129 Premium, I-140 Premium | | 2 Months | I-129 Non-Premium | | 3 Months | I-765, I-131 Advance Parole, I-539, I-824 | | 6 Months | N-400, N-600, I-485, I-130 Immediate Relative, etc. | ## Conclusion Navigating the complex world of immigration can be overwhelming. Understanding processing times is crucial for managing expectations and planning effectively. To check the latest processing times for your application, you can refer to the [USCIS website](https://egov.uscis.gov/processing-times/) and the [Department of Labor’s website](https://flag.dol.gov/processingtimes) for PERM processing times.