Current USCIS processing times of Treaty Traders(E-1 Visa) & Treaty Investors(E-2 Visa) for 2026

Last updated: May 16, 2026

Below are current USCIS processing times for I-129 Form - E1 & E2 Visas by service center. Processing times indicate how long USCIS is taking to process cases. If your application was filed on or before the "Service Request Date," you may be able to submit an e-Request.

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California Service Center

Case TypeProcessing TimeService Request Date
E - Treaty traders and investors7.5 Months - 14.5 MonthsNovember 27, 2023

If your application was filed on or before Service Request Date, you can raise a Service Request with USCIS.

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E - Treaty traders and investors – processing time trend

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Service Center Directorate

Case TypeProcessing TimeService Request Date
E - Treaty traders and investors11.5 Months - 16 MonthsDecember 19, 2024

If your application was filed on or before Service Request Date, you can raise a Service Request with USCIS.

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E - Treaty traders and investors – processing time trend

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