I-601 Processing Time — All Field Offices (2026)
Updated July 15, 2026 · Source: USCIS official processing times
Most I-601 filings at All Field Offices are currently completing in 25 to 53 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-601 outside normal processing time if it was filed on or before February 19, 2022 and is still pending.
What your case status likely means
- Inquiry eligible — filed on or before February 19, 2022 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 February 19, 2022 but more than 53 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 25–53 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 25 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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