What is the current processing time for I-130?
What is the current processing time for I-130?
15 to 20 months
For immediate relatives of a U.S. citizen, I-130 processing times currently average 15 to 20 months (as of June 7, 2021). For family preference visas (for example, siblings), processing times can range anywhere from 13.5 months to 20 or more years. The sooner you get started on your I-130 application, the better.
How do you check if I-130 is approved?
You can check your I-130 petition’s status, and if you notice that your online case status is “approved,” but you still haven’t received your NOA2, you can contact USCIS at 1-800-375-5283.
Is it better to file I-130 online or by mail?
Submitting documents online is naturally faster than sending them through the mail. However, nothing else about the Form I-130 process is different. Filing the form online does not speed up the government’s review process, nor does it change what authorities want to see.
When was my Form I-130 approved by USCIS?
On June 22, 2016, we approved your Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, Receipt Number LIN1690330998. We sent you an approval notice. Please follow the instructions in the notice.
How do I know if my I-130 has been accepted?
Checking Your I-130 Case Status If you just filed your I-130 with USCIS, the you will receive notification that your I-130 has been accepted. the notice will arrive by mail in about 2 weeks and is referred to as an Form I-797, Notice of Action or a Receipt Notice .
How to check normal processing times for I-130 petitions?
The first step is to check normal processing times for I-130 petitions. You can do so by checking the USCIS processing page . You will have to enter the form type, I-130, and the location where it was filed. The location can be found at the bottom of the Notice of Action I-797, Receipt Notice.
Can a relative get an LPR after filing an I-130?
Filing a Form I-130 is only the first step in helping an eligible relative immigrate to the United States. The filing or approval of this petition generally does not give your relative any status in the United States. Once we approve the petition, your relative may apply to become a LPR.
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