I-526 at Immigrant Investor Program Office
Immigrant Petition by Standalone Investor
From USCIS data captured July 22, 2026
Immigrant Petition by Standalone Investor
34 – 40.5 months
Case inquiry possible for receipt dates on or before March 16, 2023.
ALERT: In general, USCIS will first process Form I-526 petitions for investors for whom a visa is available or will soon be available. Processing times for Form I-526 are typically based on an analysis of the completed cases for the prior months.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does I-526 take at Immigrant Investor Program Office?
Per USCIS data captured July 22, 2026, I-526 at Immigrant Investor Program Office takes 34 – 40.5 months (80% of cases complete within that time).
When can I ask USCIS about my case?
Under the current data, USCIS accepts a I-526 case inquiry at Immigrant Investor Program Office if your receipt date is on or before March 16, 2023. 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.
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