Current USCIS processing times of H3 Visa - Temporary Trainees or Special Education Exchange Visitor Trainees for 2026
Last updated: May 16, 2026
Below are current USCIS processing times for I-129 Form - H3 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 Type | Processing Time | Service Request Date |
|---|---|---|
| H-3 - Temporary trainees | 12 Months - 23 Months | March 11, 2023 |
If your application was filed on or before Service Request Date, you can raise a Service Request with USCIS.
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H-3 - Temporary trainees – processing time trend
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Service Center Directorate
| Case Type | Processing Time | Service Request Date |
|---|---|---|
| H-3 - Temporary trainees | 12.5 Months - 15.5 Months | January 03, 2025 |
If your application was filed on or before Service Request Date, you can raise a Service Request with USCIS.
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H-3 - Temporary trainees – processing time trend
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Vermont Service Center
| Case Type | Processing Time | Service Request Date |
|---|---|---|
| H-3 - Temporary trainees | 8.5 Months - 14.5 Months | December 03, 2023 |
If your application was filed on or before Service Request Date, you can raise a Service Request with USCIS.
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H-3 - Temporary trainees – processing time trend
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