I-539 Processing Times
Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status
3.2months (FY2026)
Processing Time Trend
Median months by fiscal year
All Fiscal Years
| Fiscal Year | Median (months) |
|---|---|
| FY2026 | 3.2 |
| FY2025 | 2.5 |
| FY2024 | 2.7 |
| FY2023 | 5.8 |
| FY2022 | 6.8 |
| FY2021 | 9.6 |
| FY2019 | 4.4 |
| FY2018 | 3.4 |
| FY2017 | 2.8 |
| FY2016 | 3.4 |
| FY2015 | 2.5 |
| FY2014 | 2.5 |
Source: USCIS Historic Processing Times. Median processing times by fiscal year. Actual processing times may vary by service center, classification, and individual case complexity.
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