Form I-821D Processing Time

Check the latest estimated USCIS processing time for Form I-821D, Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals.

Current Estimate Normal, Compared with this form's USCIS processing times since 2022
3.5 – 7 months
Latest USCIS estimate
Last Updated
Oct 19, 2026
Source: USCIS

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I-821D Processing Times by Service Center Operations

2 categories

Category Min Max Status
Renewal 3.5 mo 7 mo Normal
Request for Deferred Action Processing time not provided

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