All the processing times data presented in this blog are gathered manually each month from the official USCIS Case Processing Times website. Our team thoroughly checks and verifies the information to provide the most accurate and up-to-date data for our readers.
What is I-130 From?
The I-130 form is an immigration form used by U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents to petition for certain foreign relatives to come to the United States. It is a petition for an alien relative and is used to establish the existence of a qualifying family relationship for immigration purposes. The form is filed with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). If the petition is approved, it allows the relative to apply for a visa to come to the United States or, if the relative is already in the United States, to apply for a green card.
General tips for processing times for the I-130 form:
- Check the processing times: You can check the processing times for the I-130 form on the USCIS website. Processing times vary depending on the location of the USCIS office that is processing the form and the type of petition.
- File the form as soon as possible: It’s a good idea to file the I-130 form as soon as possible, especially if you have an urgent need to bring your relative to the United States.
- Gather all necessary documentation: Make sure to include all necessary documentation with your I-130 form. This will help to speed up the processing time. For more details, please check our guide for I-130.
- Check the status of your petition: You can check the status of your I-130 form online using the USCIS case status tool. This will give you an idea of where your petition is in the process.
- Contact the USCIS if you have not received a decision: If you have not received a decision on your I-130 form after the expected processing time, you can contact the USCIS for more information.
I-130 Processing Time 2023 January Updated:
| Category | Office | 80% of cases are completed within |
|---|---|---|
| Permanent resident filing for a spouse or child under 21 | California Service Center | 28.5 Months |
| Nebraska Service Center | 31.5 Months | |
| Potomac Service Center | 30 Months | |
| Texas Service Center | 34.5 Months | |
| Vermont Service Center | 38 Months | |
| U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 | California Service Center | 14.5 Months |
| Nebraska Service Center | 15.5 Months | |
| Potomac Service Center | 15.5 Months | |
| Texas Service Center | 13.5 Months | |
| Vermont Service Center | 14.5 Months | |
| U.S. citizen filing for unmarried son/daughter 21 or older | California Service Center | 77.5 Months |
| Nebraska Service Center | 29 Months | |
| Potomac Service Center | 38 Months | |
| Texas Service Center | 43 Months | |
| Vermont Service Center | 45 Months | |
| Permanent resident for unmarried son or daughter 21 or older | California Service Center | 69 Months |
| Nebraska Service Center | 36.5 Months | |
| Potomac Service Center | 37 Months | |
| Texas Service Center | 42.5 Months | |
| Vermont Service Center | 42.5 Months | |
| U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter | California Service Center | 106.5 Months |
| Nebraska Service Center | 43.5 Months | |
| Potomac Service Center | 38 Months | |
| Texas Service Center | 44.5 Months | |
| Vermont Service Center | 45 Months | |
| U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister | California Service Center | 86.5 Months |
| Nebraska Service Center | 21 Months | |
| Potomac Service Center | 38 Months | |
| Texas Service Center | 44 Months | |
| Vermont Service Center | 113 Months |
