Current USCIS processing times of H2B Visa - Temporary Non-Agricultural Workers for 2026

Last updated: May 16, 2026

Below are current USCIS processing times for I-129 Form - H2B 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
H-2B - Temporary nonagricultural workers2 Months - 4.5 MonthsOctober 01, 2024

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

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Service Center Directorate

Case TypeProcessing TimeService Request Date
H-2B - Temporary nonagricultural workers6 Months - 8.5 MonthsAugust 07, 2025

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

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Vermont Service Center

Case TypeProcessing TimeService Request Date
H-2B - Temporary nonagricultural workers3.5 Months - 4.5 MonthsSeptember 18, 2024

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

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H-2B - Temporary nonagricultural workers – processing time trend

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