USCIS publishes on its official site how long each form is taking at each office. It is the best way to know whether your case is on track, but the number is easy to misread.
Where to Check
Go to egov.uscis.gov/processing-times and choose three things:
- The form (for example, I-765, I-130 or I-485).
- The category of your application, shown on your receipt notice.
- The office or service center handling your case, also shown on the notice.
What the Number Means
The time USCIS shows is not a promise for your case: it shows how long the agency took to complete most similar cases over recent months. Your case may be decided sooner or later.
What matters is your received date, the one printed on the notice USCIS sent you, not the date you mailed your paperwork.
When to Ask About Your Case
On the same page, USCIS lists a receipt date that allows you to open an inquiry about a delayed case. If your received date is earlier than the one listed, your case is outside normal processing time and you can ask for it to be reviewed.
Before you do:
- Check your case status at egov.uscis.gov with your receipt number.
- Make sure you answered any request for evidence (RFE) you received.
- Confirm your address is up to date with USCIS.
If your case is delayed or the status is unclear, book a consultation and we’ll review it with you.
This article is for information only and does not constitute legal advice. Every case is different: for advice on your situation, book a consultation.
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