I-130 vs I-485
Side-by-side comparison of USCIS processing times for I-130 and I-485.
I-130 →
Processing Time Range
24 months to 378 monthsOffices3
Fastest OfficeService Center Operations Directorate (24 months to 31.5 months)
Slowest OfficeField Office Director (286.5 months to 306.5 months)
I-485 →
Processing Time Range
6.5 months to 70.5 monthsOffices92
Fastest OfficeSt. Albans Field Office (6.5 months to 10.5 months)
Slowest OfficeService Center Operations Directorate (43.5 months to 47.5 months)
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, I-130 or I-485?
I-130 currently takes 24 months to 378 months while I-485 takes 6.5 months to 70.5 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 2026-09-08 from USCIS.
Source: WaitVisa.com — USCIS, updated 2026-09-08