Current USCIS Processing Times – Investor Program Office (IPO)

Last updated: Feb 1, 2025

Latest processing time ranges by form and sub-type at this service center. Data is from USCIS and updated periodically.

FormPurposeSub-typeProcessing time range
I-956FApplication for Approval of an Investment in a Commercial EnterpriseApplication for Approval of an Investment in a Commercial Enterprise12 Months - 18.5 Months
FormPurposeSub-typeProcessing time range
I-956Application for Regional Center DesignationApplication for Regional Center Designation15.5 Months - 19.5 Months
FormPurposeSub-typeProcessing time range
I-526Immigrant Petition by Alien Investor (Legacy)China - mainland born - For use by an investor who wishes to immigrate to the United States89.5 Months - 95 Months
I-526Immigrant Petition by Alien Investor (Legacy)All other areas - For use by an investor who wishes to immigrate to the United States59.5 Months - 68 Months
FormPurposeSub-typeProcessing time range
I-829Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident StatusRemoval of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors)51.5 Months - 65 Months