The new calculation method is an effort to provide more accurate, timely, and easier-to-understand processing time. The new method includes the following forms:

  • I-90
  • I-102
  • I-485
  • I-526
  • I-751
  • I-765
  • I-817
  • I-824
  • I-829
  • I-914
  • I-924
  • N-400
  • N-600 and
  • N-600K.

How To Interpret New Processing Times

Processing times are shown by form, with a specific range of dates. The first number represents the time it takes to complete 50% of the cases submitted. The second number is the time it takes to get to 93% completion of cases submitted.

The times shown are based on a review of prior completed cases for the previous month. If there is an exception to this, it’s shown in the ‘notes’ section of the specific form processing times page.

Generally, processing times are updated on a rolling monthly basis.

For those forms that continue calculating with the previous method, USCIS will add an upper limit that is generally 130% of the existing processing time.

All of the estimates, regardless of the calculation approach, uses historical data. There is no way USCIS can project completion for a case filed in the day or moment.

Where to Find Your Form Number and Information

Review your receipt notice. The information you need to determine your estimated processing time is located there.

  • Look for the Case Type field: You will see either the Form Type or the Case Type.
  • Find the Receipt Number in the field marked as such.
  • Check the Receipt Date in that field.
  • The USCIS office is noted toward the bottom of the form.

Using this information, go to the Processing Times page on the USCIS website. Using the drop-down menu, find your form and identify your processing office.

There is one exception to note. If the USCIS office is the National Benefits Center (NBC) and you filed a family-based or employment-based form I-485, N-400, or N-600, check your processing times with your local field office.

Inquiry Accepted Dates

The USCIS has posted a “Receipt date for a case inquiry” letting you know when you are eligible to contact USCIS about your case. The “Receipt date for a case inquiry” is the upper end of the range, that has been converted to a date. If your receipt date is before the “Receipt date for a case inquiry”, you can submit an “outside normal processing time” service request online.

If you have questions about your pending case, starting a new case, or any immigration-related topic, contact our attorneys at ILBSG. We work with you to ensure you get the right advice for your specific situation.

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