I-485 at Northern Virginia 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 National Field Office (NTN)
Three other forms share the NTN docket: N-400 (naturalization) at 11.0 to 12.0 months, N-600K (citizenship under section 322) at 12.0 to 12.5 months, and N-600 (certificate of citizenship) at 15.0 to 22.5 months. N-400 is the fastest. N-600K holds a half-month band. I-485 sits at 11.5 to 22.5 months, an 11-month spread, the widest range at the office. On upper bounds, I-485 sits 3rd of 4 forms here. That ceiling is the highest the office posts across all 4 forms.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does I-485 take at Northern Virginia Field Office?
Current processing time for I-485 at Northern Virginia Field Office is 11.5 months to 19.5 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.