I-129F at Service Center Operations (SCOPS)
Petition for Alien Fiancé(e)
From USCIS data captured July 22, 2026
K1/K2/K3/K4 - Fiance(e) or spouse and/or dependent children
12 – 15.5 months
Case inquiry possible for receipt dates on or before April 19, 2025.
Trend
Arrive Legal began archiving this data in July 2026. The trend chart unlocks once at least two weekly readings exist — history USCIS itself doesn't publish.
Is your case delayed?
Enter your receipt date — the comparison happens in your browser.
The calculation runs in your browser — we don't store your date or any case details.
Alerts: I-129F at Service Center Operations (SCOPS)
We email you when this time changes — checked against fresh data every week.
Frequently asked questions
How long does I-129F take at Service Center Operations (SCOPS)?
Per USCIS data captured July 22, 2026, I-129F at Service Center Operations (SCOPS) takes 12 – 15.5 months (80% of cases complete within that time).
When can I ask USCIS about my case?
Under the current data, USCIS accepts a I-129F case inquiry at Service Center Operations (SCOPS) if your receipt date is on or before April 19, 2025. Use USCIS's e-Request tool.
Is this time a guarantee?
No. It is the time within which USCIS completed 80% of similar cases over the past six months. Every case is different; some take longer.
Check your case status at USCIS Case Status Online · Official source: USCIS Case Processing Times