The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) continues to face significant delays in processing applications for residency and citizenship. Below is an updated timeline.
According to a recent report, nearly 10 million cases are backlogged, resulting in wait times that vary considerably depending on the category of the application.
Applications for adjustment of status using Form I-130, especially for spouses, have an estimated wait time of 8 to 10 months. This is just one of many categories facing lengthy delays.
For asylum work applications, with 34,149 pending applications, wait times range from 3.5 to 12 months, depending on the processing office. Work permits under adjustment of status have 34,587 pending applications and an approximate wait time of two months for those who entered the U.S. with humanitarian parole.
Form I-485, used for adjustment of status based on residency, has 1,464,504 pending petitions. Wait times for these cases vary between 12.5 and 32.5 months, depending on the beneficiary and the processing office. Green card renewals using Form I-90 have an estimated wait time of 22.5 months.
Visas U
U visas, intended for victims of domestic violence or collaborators with authorities, are experiencing a considerable backlog. With 3,668,019 requests accumulated by March 31, 2024, it is estimated that it would take 36.6 years to adjudicate all applications, given the annual quota of 10,000 visas.
USCIS Tips and Tools
Attorney José Guerrero, in conversation with journalist Daniel Benítez, explains that the immigration process is carried out in the order in which applications are received. Processing times can vary considerably, so he recommends using the USCIS tool to obtain updated estimated times.
Recommendations for applicants
Applicants are encouraged to use the tools available on the USCIS website to track the status of their applications. This provides estimated wait times. Consulting with an immigration attorney can provide personalized and up-to-date advice.
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