I-485Processing Times
Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status
Estimates by Office
| Office | Region | Subtype | Estimate | Inquiry date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Field Office | New York | All categories | 11.5 months | Feb 15, 2025 |
| Baltimore Field Office | Maryland | Family immediate relative | 12 months | Jan 5, 2025 |
| Washington DC Field Office | DC · VA · MD | Employment-based (all) | 14.5 months | Oct 15, 2024 |
| Nebraska Service Center | National | EB-1 / EB-2 / EB-3 | 13.5–16.5 months | Sep 1, 2024 |
| Texas Service Center | National | All categories | 13–17 months | Aug 1, 2024 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Processing times for Form I-485 vary by office. The table on this page shows current estimates for every USCIS location handling I-485, refreshed daily. The bar color indicates speed: green for under 6 months, amber for 6 to 12 months, and red for over 12 months.
USCIS premium processing is available for many I-129 and I-140 categories — including I-140 EB-1A, EB-2 NIW, EB-1B, EB-1C, EB-2, and EB-3 — for an additional filing fee. Confirm current premium-processing eligibility on the USCIS premium-processing page before filing.
USCIS will only accept a case-status inquiry for cases filed before the Inquiry Date listed for that office. Cases filed after that date are still considered within normal processing time and are not eligible for inquiry.