I-140 (EB-1 / EB-2 / EB-3) Processing Times

Current USCIS I-140 processing times range from 2.5 mo to 28.5 mo across all filing categories (full range; average 16.3 mo–18.9 mo across categories) depending on the filing category. This data is updated daily from USCIS official processing time estimates.

You can check official processing times on the USCIS website at egov.uscis.gov/processing-times. Select your form (I-140), the office or service center that is processing your case, and your filing category. ImmigrationTimes.org tracks these same times with historical trends and comparisons.

Processing times for I-140 vary by service center, filing category, case complexity, and current USCIS workload. Security checks, requests for evidence (RFEs), and application volume can all affect how long a case takes. The service center comparison table above shows how times differ by location.

USCIS premium processing for Form I-140 guarantees an initial response within 15 business days for an additional $2,805 filing fee. This does not guarantee approval — USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence (RFE), approval, or denial within that timeframe. Standard I-140 processing currently ranges from 2.9 mo to 27.8 mo.

EB-1 (Extraordinary Ability, Outstanding Researcher, Multinational Manager) petitions are filed using Form I-140. Current I-140 processing times range from 2.9 mo to 27.8 mo depending on the service center. EB-1 cases are eligible for premium processing (15 business days). Processing times may vary by EB-1 sub-category.

EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) petitions are filed using Form I-140 without employer sponsorship. Current I-140 processing times range from 2.9 mo to 27.8 mo. EB-2 NIW cases are eligible for premium processing (15 business days). NIW petitions may take longer than standard EB-2 cases due to the additional evidentiary burden.