I-130 vs I-485
Side-by-side comparison of USCIS processing times for I-130 and I-485.
I-130 →
Processing Time Range
21.5 months to 378 monthsOffices3
Fastest OfficeService Center Operations Directorate (21.5 months to 29 months)
Slowest OfficeField Office Director (286.5 months to 300.5 months)
I-485 →
Processing Time Range
6 months to 75.5 monthsOffices92
Fastest OfficeHelena Field Office (6 months to 11.5 months)
Slowest OfficeService Center Operations Directorate (43.5 months to 47 months)
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, I-130 or I-485?
I-130 currently takes 21.5 months to 378 months while I-485 takes 6 months to 75.5 months. I-485 generally processes faster.
How many offices process I-130 vs I-485?
I-130 is processed at 3 offices, while I-485 is processed at 92 offices.
When was this comparison last updated?
This data was last updated on 2026-07-22 from USCIS.
Source: WaitVisa.com — USCIS, updated 2026-07-22