I-212 processing time
Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the United States After Deportation or Removal
From USCIS data captured August 31, 2026
Typical wait
42.5 – 60 months
Across 2 office(s); the ranges overlap too much to single out a faster one.
Offices
2
process this form
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| Office | Current time | Case inquiry possible for receipts on/before |
|---|---|---|
| Service Center Operations (SCOPS) | 43 – 52 months | May 05, 2022 |
| All Field Offices | 42.5 – 60 months | September 05, 2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Form I-212 take in 2026?
Per USCIS data captured August 31, 2026, I-212 (Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the United States After Deportation or Removal) takes 42.5 – 60 months across 2 office(s).
Which office is fastest for I-212?
The posted ranges overlap too much to single out a faster office — they all fall within 42.5 – 60 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.