I-485 at Buffalo Field Office
Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, is filed with USCIS to apply for a Green Card.
Verified from USCIS on 2026-06-05
How I-485 compares to other forms at the Buffalo Field Office
Three other forms move through the Buffalo office: N-600 (certificate of citizenship) at 9.0 to 12.0 months, N-600K (citizenship under section 322) at 9.5 to 11.5 months, and N-400 (naturalization) at 11.0 to 12.0 months. The three citizenship forms cluster between 9 and 12 months. I-485 sits at 7.5 to 12.5 months, the fastest opening at the office and a 5-month spread, the widest of the four. The combined sibling spread of 6 months runs about 1.2 times the I-485 band.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does I-485 take at Buffalo Field Office?
Current processing time for I-485 at Buffalo Field Office is 7 months to 13 months, based on the latest data from USCIS.
When was I-485 processing time data last updated?
The data was last updated on 2026-06-05, sourced from USCIS.
What factors affect I-485 processing time?
Processing times vary based on application volume, case complexity, security checks, and the completeness of submitted documentation. Times shown are estimates and individual cases may differ.