I-485 Processing Time — All Field Offices (2026)

Updated July 15, 2026 · Source: USCIS official processing times

Most I-485 filings at All Field Offices are currently completing in 30.5 to 75.5 months.

USCIS's published range reflects how long it recently took to complete the majority of cases at this office (see USCIS methodology).

USCIS considers a All Field Offices I-485 outside normal processing time if it was filed on or before April 11, 2020 and is still pending.

What your case status likely means

Inquiry eligible — filed on or before April 11, 2020 and still pending. Your case is outside USCIS's normal processing time. You can submit a service request (case inquiry), and we can help you decide whether a follow-up filing or litigation is warranted.
Past the typical range — filed after April 11, 2020 but more than 75.5 months ago. Past USCIS's typical range for this office, but not yet eligible for a service request. Here's what to watch — talk to us if you're concerned.
Approaching the top of the range — filed 30.5–75.5 months ago. Near the top of the typical range for this office. Not yet unusual, but worth monitoring.
Within the typical range — filed less than 30.5 months ago. Within USCIS's typical processing window for this office.

Attorney context

Reviewed by Aaron Elinoff, Managing Partner, Novo Legal Group — CO Bar #46468, WA Bar #58949

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