USCIS Case Processing Times

By Asel Williams, Esq. · Columbia Law School · Licensed immigration attorney

Attention: We are a private law firm. Please contact USCIS directly if you have questions about the processing time of your case.

Form I-130 Processing Time

Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative

The form’s purpose:

• To establish a relationship between an eligible relative and a sponsoring U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident

Who files Form I-130:

• U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident wishing to sponsor an eligible relative for immigration

Form I-130 USCIS fee:

• If filing online: $625
• If filing hard copy by mail: $675
• Filed on behalf of Afghan nationals (beneficiary) with immigrant visa immediately available: $0

Form I-130 Processing Time

Our Clients’ Actual 2025 Form I-130 Processing Times

Success story #1. From ESTA to Marriage Green Card in 8 Months

A 25-year-old woman from Greece came to the U.S. in August 2024 on ESTA, expecting a short visit — not a life-changing immigration journey.

She later married her husband, a naturalized U.S. citizen originally from India. Because ESTA overstays are unforgiving, timing and strategy mattered. As an immediate relative of a U.S. citizen, she remained eligible for Adjustment of Status, but we waited carefully. Only after 90 days had passed since her entry did we move forward, fully respecting the 90-day rule and avoiding any appearance of preconceived intent.

In December 2024, we filed her case concurrently — Forms I-130 and I-485 together. The process wasn’t rushed, but it was precise. Every document told a consistent story.

Eight months later, in August 2025, USCIS approved both applications. An interview was scheduled, and shortly after, she received her conditional green card, officially securing her future in the United States.

This case is a reminder that even after an ESTA overstay, lawful permanent residence is possible — but only with careful planning, patience, and the right legal strategy.

Success Story #2. H-4 ➝ Green Card in 10 Months

A 45-year-old man from India first entered the United States as an H-4 dependent, accompanying his then-wife, who held H-1B status. Like many long-term relationships, that marriage eventually fell apart. The separation was not only personal, but also left him navigating uncertainty about his future in the U.S.

Years later, life offered a second beginning.

He met the woman who would become his wife—a U.S. citizen originally from Colombia, herself deeply familiar with the immigrant experience.

When they came to our law firm, their goal was simple but critical: file correctly, strategically, and with no room for error.

We filed a concurrent marriage-based green card application, submitting Form I-130 in June 2024 along with the full adjustment of status package. Given the client’s prior marriage and immigration history, careful documentation and a strong presentation of a bona fide relationship were essential.

Then came the quiet months—no interview notices, no Requests for Evidence.

In February 2025, the news arrived:
Form I-130 approved—without an interview.

Soon after, he received his 2-year conditional green card, officially becoming a U.S. permanent resident.

Success Story #3. From H-1B to Marriage-Based Green Card in 5 Months

Our client, a 35-year-old physiotherapist from India, had built her life in the U.S. on an H-1B visa. As her work authorization neared expiration, she didn’t panic—she planned. She waited strategically for her fiancé to naturalize as a U.S. citizen, unlocking the fastest path to a marriage-based green card.

Even more importantly, she waited until they had been married for two full years before filing, ensuring she would receive an unconditional 10-year green card instead of a temporary one.

We filed her concurrent marriage-based Adjustment of Status in June 2024, before her H-1B expired. Thanks to strong documentation and the interview-waiver policies in place under the previous administration, her case moved swiftly and smoothly.

In November 2024—just five months later—her green card was approved without an interview.

Today, under the current administration, most marriage-based applicants are once being called in for in-person interviews at local USCIS field offices. This case is a powerful reminder that timing, strategy, and preparation can make all the difference in immigration outcomes.

Success Story #4. From Tourist Visa to a Green Card in 4 Months

A 60-year-old client, the parent of a U.S. citizen, contacted me long before she needed a green card. From the start, she was exceptionally organized and proactive, gathering and sending all required documents well in advance for review.

Knowing that USCIS might later request original civil documents from Russia, she made sure our office carefully reviewed her documents and confirmed her eligibility before she departed Russia.

She entered the U.S. on a B-2 visitor visa in March 2025. After more than 90 days had passed since her entry, we strategically filed her Form I-130 and Form I-485 concurrently in June 2025.

Her green card was approved in November 2025—without an interview and without a single Request for Evidence (RFE).

The client was thrilled with how quickly the process moved. For context, parents of U.S. citizens typically wait 12–13 months for approval. Preparation and timing made all the difference in this case.

Success Story #5: 36-Year-Old Egyptian Man Secures Marriage-Based Green Card in 8 Months

Our client, a 36-year-old man from Egypt, initially came to the U.S. on an F-1 student visa, later stayed on OPT, and then transitioned to H-1B status. In 2024, he met his future U.S. citizen wife on a dating app, and they married shortly thereafter.

In early January 2025, we filed his concurrent I-130/I-485 application. Because his most recent entry was on an H-1B visa—a dual intent visa—he was not required to wait 90 days to adjust status.

An interview was scheduled, and our attorney prepared the couple via Zoom and  appeared telephonically on the interview day, as they reside in a different state.

Result: On the same day as the interview, Form I-130 was approved—just 8 months after filing—granting him conditional lawful permanent resident status. His green card is valid for 2 years. 90 days before the expiration date of his green card, he will be required to file a joint Form I-751 petition together with his wife to remove conditions and secure a 10-year green card.

More information about Form I-130:

Form I-130 Instructions

Form I-130A Instructions

I-130 Form, Petition for Alien Relative – Complete Guide

Form I-130A Processing Time

Form I-130A, Supplemental Information for Spouse Beneficiary

The form’s purpose:

• To collect additional information for a spouse beneficiary of Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative)

Who files Form I-130A:

• Spouse of a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident

Form I-130A filing fee:

• $0

Form I-130A processing times: 

• Processed with Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative)

More information about Form I-130A:

Form I-130A – Supplemental Information for Spouse Beneficiary

Form I-130A Instructions

Form I-485 Processing Time

Form I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Resident or Adjust Status)

The form’s purpose:

• To apply for lawful permanent resident status if you entered the United States lawfully and are eligible for adjustment of status

Who can file Form I-485:

• Filed by an applicant who is eligible for lawful permanent resident status that is currently in the United States

Form I-485 filing fees:

Our Clients’ Actual 2025 Form I-485 Processing Times

Success story #1: From ESTA Entry to Green Card in 10 Months

Our client, a 35-year-old woman from Germany, entered the U.S. on ESTA (Visa Waiver Program). In January 2025, we filed her and her U.S. citizen husband  marriage-based green card application.

She attended her USCIS field office interview with her husband and children, demonstrating a genuine family relationship and providing all required documentation. Our immigration attorney carefully prepared both spouses for the interview. Thanks to careful preparation and strategic filing, she received approval just one month after the interview.

From her Form I-485 filing date to officially receiving her green card, the entire process took 10 months. Today, she and her family are happily settled in the U.S., enjoying their new chapter together.

Success Story #2: From B-2 Visa Overstay to Green Card in 5 Months

Our client, a 26-year-old woman from Romania, first entered the United States in 2018 on a tourist visa and had remained in the country beyond her authorized stay. In 2025, she approached our law firm seeking help to adjust her status as the spouse of a U.S. citizen.

Challenges:

• The client had overstayed her visa for several years.

• She had a prior I-485 application that she had filed herself as a child of a permanent resident father, which had been denied.

• She was understandably anxious about her immigration history and the potential risks associated with her overstay.

Strategy:

• We filed Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative) and Form I-485 (Application to Adjust Status) concurrently in February 2025.

• As an immediate relative of a U.S. citizen, our client was not penalized for her previous visa overstay or any unauthorized employment. USCIS allows adjustment of status in the U.S. for immediate relatives without requiring departure from the country.

• To prepare her for the USCIS interview, our attorney conducted two comprehensive Zoom preparation sessions, addressing her concerns and guiding her through potential interview questions.

Outcome:

• The client’s interview was scheduled for July 2025 at the local USCIS field office.

• Thanks to thorough preparation and a clear understanding of her eligibility, the interview went smoothly.

• The green card was approved shortly after the interview, granting her conditional lawful permanent resident status (marriage was less than 2 years old on the I-485 approval date)

Success Story #3: Overcoming Technical Denial for Father of US citizen in 7 Months

Our 55-year-old client from Guyana entered the U.S. in 2023 on B-2 tourist visa. He filed Form I-485 (Adjustment of Status) based on his daughter’s I-130 sponsorship without hiring a lawyer. However, USCIS denied his application due to a minor technical error on the Form I-864 (Affidavit of Support).

Challenge:
The initial denial caused significant stress for the family, as the application had been submitted in good faith. Despite the denial, as an immediate relative of a U.S. citizen, our client’s visa overstay did not negatively impact his eligibility for adjustment of status.

Solution:
The client’s daughter consulted our law office. We carefully reviewed the previous filing, corrected the Form I-864 issue, and refiled the I-485 application on her father’s behalf.

Outcome:
The second I-485 application was approved in just 7 months, without the need for an interview. Our client successfully obtained his green card, and his lawful permanent residency status was secured.

Success Story #4: From E-3 Visa to Green Card in 8 Months

Client Profile:

• Age/Nationality: 35-year-old man from Australia

• Current Status: E-3 work visa holder in the U.S. for several years

• Relationship: Met his U.S. citizen wife at their workplace; relationship developed into marriage

Case Overview:
Our client approached us to file a marriage-based green card while he was maintaining lawful status on his E-3 visa. Given his long-term presence in the U.S. and a bona fide marriage to a U.S. citizen, he was eligible to adjust status without leaving the country.

Process & Timeline:

• December 2024: We filed Form I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status) concurrently with Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative).

• July 2025: USCIS conducted a marriage-based green card interview at the local field office. Our client and his wife attended the interview fully prepared with all supporting documentation demonstrating the authenticity of their marriage.

• Next Day: USCIS approved the green card immediately after the interview.

Success Story #5: From Tourist Visa to Marriage Green Card in 6 Months

Background:
Our client, a 39-year-old woman from Nigeria, entered the United States on a B-2 tourist visa and married a U.S. citizen.

Process:
In April 2025, our law firm filed her Form I-485 (Adjustment of Status) to obtain a marriage-based green card. Preparing thoroughly for the USCIS interview, our attorney conducted two mock interview sessions with the couple to ensure they were fully prepared and confident in answering questions accurately.

Interview:
The USCIS interview took place in October 2025.

Outcome:
The Form I-485 was approved five weeks after the interview. The total processing time from filing to approval was six months.

Related:

Form I-485 Instructions

What is Concurrent Filing?

Adjustment of Status (AOS)

Family-Based Form I-485 Processing Time

Employment-Based Form I-485 Processing Time

Asylum-Based Form I-485 Processing Time

Refugee-Based Form I-485 Processing Times

Under HRIFA, Indochinese Adjustment Act, Legal Immigration and Family Equity Act, or NACARA Form I-485 Processing Times

Based on an approved T Visa Form I-485 Processing Times

Form I-131 Processing Time

Form I-131, Application for Travel Document

Form I-131 is used to apply for:

• Re-entry permit, 
• Refugee travel document, or 
• Advance parole, including parole into the U.S. for humanitarian reasons

Who can file Form I-131:

• A lawful permanent resident or conditional permanent resident who wishes to travel abroad
• A refugee or asylee
• A person seeking advance parole from outside the United States

Form I-131 filing fees:

Certain applicants may be eligible for a Fee Waiver. Learn more: Form I-912, Request for Fee Waiver, Instructions.

Learn more:

Form I-131 Instructions, How to Fill Out

Advance Parole

Refugee Travel Document

Reentry Permit

Form I-131 Processing Times

Form I-864 Processing Time

Form I-864, Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the Immigration and Naturalization Act

The form’s purpose:

• To show that an immigrant has adequate means of financial support and is unlikely to become a public charge.

Who can file Form I-864:

• Most family-based immigrants (Form I-130) and some employment-based intending immigrants

Filing fees:

• No fee if filed with USCIS;
• $120 if filed with the National Visa Center (NVC).

Form I-864 processing time:

• Processed with underlying application (Form I-485 or Form DS-260)

More information: 

Form I-864 Instructions

Affidavit of Support, Form I-864 – Complete Guide

How to Fill Out Affidavit of Support, Form I-864

Affidavit of Support (Form I-864) Checklist

Form I-864A Processing Time

Form I-864A, Contact Between Sponsor and Household Member

The form’s purpose:

• To promise to make income and/or assets available to help support sponsored immigrant by a household member who is not the immigrant’s I-130 sponsor

Who can file Form I-864A:

• Petitioner’s household member

Filing fee:

• $0

Form I-864A processing time:

• Processed with underlying application (Form I-485 or Form DS-260)

Form I-864A Instructions

Form I-864A, Contract Between Sponsor and Household Member

Form I-765 Processing Time

Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization

The form’s purpose:

• To obtain an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) as evidence that the holder is authorized to work in the United States

Who can file it:

• Applicants for adjustment status with pending Form I-485
• Refugees and people granted asylum
• People granted temporary protected status (TPS)
• VAWA self-petitioners
• K-1 nonimmigrant fiancé(e) of a U.S. citizen or K-4 children.
• Others

Form I-765 filing fees:

Form I-765 processing time:

More information about Form I-765:

I-765 Form – How to Get a Work Permit

Form I-765 Instructions, How to Fill Out

Employment Authorization Document (EAD)

Form I-90 Processing Time

Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card

The form’s purpose:

• To replace or renew a permanent resident card (green card)

Who can file it:

• A lawful permanent resident who needs to replace or renew a lost, stolen, destroyed, or expired permanent resident card (green card)

Form I-90 filing fees:

More information about Form I-90:

Green Card Renewal – Complete Guide

How Long Does it Take to Replace/Renew a Green Card?

How Much Does it Cost to Renew a Green Card?

Form I-129F Processing Time

Form I-129F, Petition for Alien Fiancé(e)

The form’s purpose:

• Bring fiancé(e) (K-1) and their children (K-2) to the U.S. for marriage
• Bring spouse (K-3) and children (K-4) to the U.S. to apply for lawful permanent resident status

Who can file Form I-129F:

• U.S. citizens only

Filing fee:

• $675

Form I-129F Processing Time

More information about Form I-129F:

K-1 Visa – How to Bring Your Fiancé(e) to the U.S. Guide

Form I-129F, Petition for Alien Fiancé(e)

Form I-129F Instructions, How to Fill Out

K-2 visa

Form I-751 Processing Time

Form I-751, Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence

The form’s purpose:

• To remove the conditions on permanent resident status

Who can file Form I-751:

• Filed by an immigrant who received permanent residency status based on a marriage less than two years in duration at the time of green card application

Filing fees:

• General category: $750
• Conditional permanent residents, spouse, or child who filed a waiver of the joint filing requirement based on battery or extreme cruelty: $0

Form I-751 Processing Time

More information about Form I-751:

Form I-751 Instructions

Form I-751 – How to Remove Conditions on Your Green Card

Form I-751 Checklist of Supporting Documents

Form I-751 Waiver of Joint Filing Requirement

How to Fill Out Form I-751 – Step-By-Step Instructions

Form I-129 Processing Time

Form I-129, Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker

The form’s purpose:

• File on behalf of a nonimmigrant worker to come to the United States temporarily to perform services or labor
• Extend nonimmigrant work visa

Who can file Form I-129:

• A U.S. employer
• A U.S. individual or company in business as an agent

Form I-129 filing fees:

More information about Form I-129:

Form I-129, Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker

Form I-140 Processing Time

Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers

The form’s purpose:

• To petition for an alien worker to become a permanent resident

Who can file Form I-140:

• A U.S. employer
• An alien of extraordinary ability
• National Interest Waiver applicant

Form I-140 filing fees:

Form I-140 Processing Time

More information about Form I-140:

Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers

Form I-140 Instructions for EB-1A Application

Form I-140 Instructions for EB-2 National Interest Waiver

Form I-140 Instructions for EB-1B Applications

Form I-140 Instructions for EB-1C Applications

Form I-730 Processing Time

Form I-730, Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition

The form’s purpose:

• To request follow-to-join benefits for asylee’s or refugee’s spouse and/or unmarried children under 21 years of age only.

Who can file Form I-730:

• Asylee or refugee who was granted status in the U.S. within the previous two years

Filing fee:

• $0

Form I-730 Processing Time:

Learn more:

Form I-730, Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition

Form N-400 Processing Time

Form N-400, Application for Naturalization

The form’s purpose:

• Application to become a United States citizen through the naturalization process

Who can file Form N-400:

• Filed by a lawful permanent resident in the United States who meets all eligibility requirements and seeks to become a U.S. citizen through the naturalization process

Form N-400 filing fees:

Certain applicants may be eligible for a Fee Waiver: Form I-912, Request for Fee Waiver

Form N-400 Processing Time

More information about Form N-400:

Apply for Citizenship – Complete Guide

U.S. Citizenship Application – Complete Guide

How Much Does it Cost to Become a US Citizen?

N-400 Checklist – Citizenship Application Documents

Form N-600 Processing Time

Form N-600, Application for Certificate of Citizenship

The form’s purpose:

• To obtain a copy of citizenship certificate which serves as evidence of U.S. citizenship

Form N-600 filing fees:

Certain applicants may be eligible for a Fee Waiver. Learn more: Form I-912, Request for Fee Waiver.

Who can file Form N-600:

• Who claim U.S. citizenship at birth through parents
• Who automatically became U.S. citizens through parents before they turned 18

Form N-600 Processing Time

More information about Form N-600.

Form N-600K Processing Time

N-600K, Application for Citizenship and Issuance of Certificate Under Section 322

The form’s purpose:

• To claim U.S. citizenship based on parents for children who regularly reside in a foreign country

Who can file Form N-600K:

• A U.S. citizen parent of a child who qualifies as a United States citizen

Form N-600K filing fees:

Certain applicants may be eligible for a Fee Waiver: Form I-912, Request for Fee Waiver

Form N-600K Processing Time

Form N-565 Processing Time

N-565 (Application for Replacement Naturalization/Citizenship Document)

The form’s purpose

To request:

• Replacement of Declaration of Intention
• Naturalization Certificate
• Certificate of Citizenship, or
• Replication Certificate

Apply for:

• Special certificate of naturalization as a U.S. citizen to be recognized by a foreign country

Who can file Form N-565:

• A foreign-born U.S. citizen who needs to replace or change information on certain immigration documents

Form N-565 filing fees:

Certain applicants may be eligible for a Fee Waiver: Form I-912, Request for Fee Waiver

Form N-565 Processing Time

More information about Form N-565.

Form I-539 Processing Time

Form I-539, Application To Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status

The form’s purpose:

• Extend nonimmigrant period of stay or changing to another nonimmigrant status

Who can file Form I-539:

• Nonimmigrants seeking to extend their period of stay or change their status to another nonimmigrant status

Form I-539 filing fees:

Certain applicants may be eligible for a Fee Waiver. 

Form I-539 Processing Time

Note: Form I-539 applicants might be eligible for Premium Processing

Form I-539 Instructions, How to Fill Out

Form I-539A Instructions, How to Fill Out

Form I-102 Processing Time

Form I-102, Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival-Departure Document

The form’s purpose:

• To apply for a new or replacement Form I-94 (Arrival/Departure Record)

Who files Form I-102:

• Nonimmigrant visitors to the U.S. who need to replace a lost, stolen, damaged, or incorrect Arrival-Departure Record (Form I-94)

Form I-102 filing fees:

Form I-102 Processing Time

Learn more: Form I-102, Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival-Departure Document

Form I-212 Processing Time

Form I-212, Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the United States After Deportation or Removal

The form’s purpose:

• Requesting permission from the U.S. government to reapply for admission into the U.S. after an individual has been deported or removed.

Who files Form I-212:

• Individuals who want to overcome the bar to reentry that resulted from their previous deportation or removal

Form I-212 filing fees:

Certain applicants may be eligible for a Fee Waiver: Form I-912, Request for Fee Waiver

Form I-212 Processing Time

Form I-360 Processing Time

Form I-360, Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant

The form’s purpose:

• To petition for special immigrant classification

Who files Form I-360:

• Amerasians
• Widows or Widowers of U.S. Citizens
• Self-petitioning Battered Spouses or Children: Spouses or children of abusive U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents may self-petition for immigration benefits under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)
• Special Immigrants: religious workers, certain employees of the U.S. government abroad, and other specific groups outlined by U.S. immigration law

Form I-360 filing fees:

Form I-360 Processing Time

Learn more: Form I-360, Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant

Form I-407 Processing Time

Form I-407, Record of Abandonment of Lawful Permanent Resident Status

The form’s purpose:

• To voluntarily abandon permanent resident status

Who files Form I-407:

• Lawful permanent residents (green card holders) 

Form I-407 filing fee:

• $0

Form I-407 Processing Time

Learn more: Form I-407, Record of Abandonment of Lawful Permanent Resident Status

Form I-526 Processing Time

Form I-526, Immigrant Petition by Standalone Investor

The form’s purpose:

• Demonstrate that the applicant is making direct investment in a commercial enterprise that will create or preserve at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers

Who files Form I-526:

• Immigrant investors (EB-5 visa)

Form I-526 filing fee:

• $11,160

Form I-526 Processing Time

Learn more:

Form I-526, Immigrant Petition by Standalone Investor

Form I-526E, Immigrant Petition by Regional Center Investor

EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa – How to Apply

What is Trump’s “Gold Card?” – New U.S. Immigration Pathway Guide

Form I-600 Processing Time

Form I-600, Petition to Classify Orphan as an Immediate Relative

The form’s purpose:

• To adopt a child from a non-Hague Convention country and bring them to the U.S.

Who files Form I-600:

• U.S. citizens 

Form I-600 filing fees:

Form I-600 Processing Time

Form I-600A Processing Time

Form I-600A, Application for Advance Processing of an Orphan Petition

The form’s purpose:

• To initiate the process for determining the eligibility of the prospective adoptive parent(s) to adopt a child from a non-Hague Convention country

Who files Form I-600A:

• U.S. citizens

Form I-600A filing fees:

Form I-600A Processing Time

Form I-601 Processing Time

Form I-601, Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility

The form’s purpose:

• To request a waiver of certain grounds of inadmissibility, allowing the individual to overcome the obstacles preventing their immigrant visa or green card to be approved

Who files Form I-601:

• Individuals who are inadmissible due to certain grounds (such as criminal, immigration violations, health-related, etc.)

Form I-601 filing fees:

Certain applicants may be eligible for a Fee Waiver.

Form I-601 Processing Time

Learn more:

Form I-601, Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility

How to Prove Extreme Hardship for a Waiver, Form I-601

Form I-800 Processing Time

Form I-800, Petition to Classify Convention Adoptee as an Immediate Relative

The form’s purpose:

• To adopt a child from a Hague Convention country and bring them to the U.S.

Who files Form I-800:

• U.S. citizens

Form I-800 filing fee:

Form I-800 Processing Time

Form I-800A Processing Time

Form I-800A, Application for Determination of Suitability to Adopt a Child from a Convention Country

The form’s purpose:

• To adopt a child from a country that is a party to the Hague Adoption Convention

Who files Form I-800A:

• U.S. citizens

Form I-800A filing fees:

Form I-800A Processing Time

Form I-821 Processing Time

Form I-821, Application for Temporary Protected Status

The form’s purpose:

• To seek temporary protected status (TPS) in the United States

Who files Form I-821:

• Nationals of certain countries who are unable to return to their home country due to ongoing armed conflict, environmental disasters, or other extraordinary and temporary conditions

Form I-821 filing fees:

Certain applicants may be eligible for a Fee Waiver. 

Form I-821 Processing Time

Form I-824 Processing Time

Form I-824, Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition

The form’s purpose:

• To request further action on an approved immigration application or petition

Who files Form I-824:

• Petitioner or applicant requesting further action on an approved petition or application

Form I-824 filing fees:

Certain applicants may be eligible for a Fee Waiver. Learn more: Form I-912, Request for Fee Waiver.

Form I-824 Processing Time

Learn more:

Form I-824, Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition

Form I-829 Processing Time

Form I-829, Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status

The form’s purpose:

• To remove conditional resident status obtained through investment

Who files Form I-829:

• Conditional immigrant investors

Form I-829 filing fee:

• $9,525

Form I-829 Processing Time

Form I-914 Processing Time

Form I-914, Application for T Nonimmigrant Status

The form’s purpose:

• Seek temporary immigration benefits in the U.S.

Who can file Form I-914:

• Victims of severe forms of trafficking in persons who are present in the U.S.

Form I-914 filing fee:

• $0

Form I-914 Processing Time

Form I-918 Processing Time

Form I-918, Petition for U Nonimmigrant Status

 The form’s purpose:

• Seek temporary immigration benefits in the U.S.

Who can file Form I-918:

• Victims of certain crimes who are willing to help U.S. law enforcement authorities in the investigation or prosecution of those crimes

Form I-918 filing fee:

• $0

Form I-918 Processing Time

Related Links:

USCIS Expedite Request

How to Place a Congressman Request with USCIS