I-526E processing time
Immigrant Petition by Regional Center Investor
From USCIS data captured July 22, 2026
Fastest office
Immigrant Investor Program Office
35 – 37 months
Slowest office
Immigrant Investor Program Office
35 – 37 months
Offices
1
process this form
Every office, fastest to slowest
| Office | Current time | Case inquiry possible for receipts on/before |
|---|---|---|
| Immigrant Investor Program Office | 35 – 37 months | June 26, 2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Form I-526E take in 2026?
Per USCIS data captured July 22, 2026, I-526E (Immigrant Petition by Regional Center Investor) takes from 35 – 37 months at the fastest office (Immigrant Investor Program Office) to 35 – 37 months at the slowest (Immigrant Investor Program Office).
Which office is fastest for I-526E?
As of the latest data, Immigrant Investor Program Office shows the shortest time: 35 – 37 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.