I-130 processing time
Form I-130 is the Petition for Alien Relative. US citizens and permanent residents file it for family members. The table shows the median time USCIS took to complete these cases in its latest quarterly report, and how many were still pending.
| Category | Median time | Pending |
|---|---|---|
| All Other Relative | 43.3 months | 1,617,823 |
| Immediate Relative | 13.0 months | 786,723 |
How to read USCIS processing times
The median is the middle case: half of the cases USCIS completed that quarter took less time, half took more. Your office and case type can differ. For a case-specific estimate, check the USCIS processing times tool; if your case is older than the time it shows, USCIS lets you submit an outside-normal-processing-time inquiry online.
While you wait
If you are the relative of a US citizen and already in the US, you may be able to file the I-485 together with the I-130.
How do I check my I-130 status?
Use the USCIS Case Status Online tool with the receipt number on your receipt notice (it starts with three letters, such as IOE, LIN or SRC).
This page explains public information and is not legal advice.