Average I-130 Processing Time with USCIS
What is the average processing time for I-130 petition filed to USCIS?
This is one of the top questions we receive from callers and clients. The processing time for an I-130 petition filed with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) can vary greatly depending on several factors, including the type of petition, the location of the petitioner and the beneficiary, and the workload of the USCIS office where the petition is being processed.
According to the USCIS processing times page, the average processing time for an I-130 petition is currently approximately 8 months. However, this is just an estimate, and the actual processing time for your petition may be shorter or longer.
To check the current processing time for an I-130 petition, you can visit the USCIS processing times page and select the form you are using (I-130) and the location where the petition is being processed. The processing time listed on this page is an estimate of how long it will take for the USCIS to process your petition based on their current workload.
It’s important to note that the processing time for an I-130 petition may be longer if additional information or documentation is required, or if the petition is selected for further review. In such cases, the processing time may be extended by several months or more.
It’s also worth noting that the processing times listed on the USCIS processing times page are estimates, and the actual processing time for your petition may be shorter or longer.
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What is the average processing time for marriage-based petition I-130?
According to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) processing times page, the current median processing time for a marriage-based petition (Form I-130) is approximately 8 months. This is the estimated time it takes for the USCIS to process 50% of the petitions based on their current workload.
It’s important to note that the median processing time for a marriage-based petition can vary depending on several factors, including the location of the petitioner and the beneficiary, the workload of the USCIS office where the petition is being processed, and whether the petition is selected for further review. The actual processing time for your petition may be shorter or longer than the median processing time.
To check the current median processing time for a marriage-based petition, you can visit the USCIS processing times page and select the form you are using (I-130) and the location where the petition is being processed.
If you have not received a decision on your I-130 petition within the estimated processing time, you can contact our office to consider whether you need to file a mandamus lawsuit challenging the lack of action by USCIS.
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