Form I-824 Processing Time

Check the latest estimated USCIS processing time for Form I-824, Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition.

Current Estimate Normal, Compared with this form's USCIS processing times since 2022
11.3 – 18.3 months
Average across 2 offices
Last Updated
Oct 19, 2026
Source: USCIS

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I-824 Processing Times by Office

2 offices

Office Min Max Status
National Benefits Center 8 mo 15 mo Normal
Service Center Operations (SCOPS) 14.5 mo 21.5 mo Slow

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