I-129CW processing time
Petition for a CNMI-Only Nonimmigrant Transitional Worker
From USCIS data captured August 31, 2026
Typical wait
7 – 10 months
Across 1 office(s); the ranges overlap too much to single out a faster one.
Offices
1
process this form
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| Office | Current time | Case inquiry possible for receipts on/before |
|---|---|---|
| Service Center Operations (SCOPS) | 7 – 10 months | November 02, 2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Form I-129CW take in 2026?
Per USCIS data captured August 31, 2026, I-129CW (Petition for a CNMI-Only Nonimmigrant Transitional Worker) takes 7 – 10 months across 1 office(s).
Which office is fastest for I-129CW?
The posted ranges overlap too much to single out a faster office — they all fall within 7 – 10 months.
What does this processing time mean?
USCIS calculates it as the time in which 80% of adjudicated cases were completed over the past six months. It is a reference point, not a promise about any individual case.
How often is this page updated?
Arrive Legal captures USCIS-published data weekly and archives every capture to show trends over time.
Official source: USCIS Case Processing Times. See our methodology.