I-765National Benefits Center
Application for Employment Authorization · processing time estimates and inquiry-date thresholds at this USCIS location.
Estimates
| Office | Region | Subtype | Estimate | Inquiry date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Benefits Center | National | (c)(9) Pending I-485 | 3.5 months | Jan 15, 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The estimate shown on this page reflects the most recent USCIS-published processing-time range for Form I-765 at the National Benefits Center, refreshed daily. The 80%-completion range is the standard USCIS uses to define "normal processing time."
Use the USCIS Case Status Online tool with your 13-character receipt number. If your case was filed before the Inquiry Date shown above, you can also submit a case-outside-normal-processing-time service request through the USCIS contact center.
Individual cases can take longer than the published 80%-completion range due to RFEs (requests for evidence), background-check delays, transfers between offices, or case-specific issues. If your case is outside the published range, you may submit an inquiry through USCIS.