I-485 at New York City 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 New York City Field Office
New York City runs N-600 (certificate of citizenship), N-400 (naturalization), and N-600K (citizenship under section 322) alongside I-485. N-600 sits at 7.0 to 8.5 months and N-400 at 8.5 to 10.0. N-600K spans 40.0 to 58.0 months, the widest range. I-485 sits at 12.0 to 23.5 months, an 11.5-month spread, the second-widest range at the office. The lower bound opens 3.5 months after N-400's floor. The combined sibling spread of 21 months runs about 1.8 times the I-485 band.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does I-485 take at New York City Field Office?
Current processing time for I-485 at New York City Field Office is 13.5 months to 30 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.