I-526(L) processing time
Immigrant Petition by Alien Investor (Legacy)
From USCIS data captured October 19, 2026
Typical wait
89.5 – 127 months
Across 1 office(s); the ranges overlap too much to single out a faster one.
Offices
1
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Every office, fastest to slowest
| Office | Category | Current time | Case inquiry possible for receipts on/before |
|---|---|---|---|
| Immigrant Investor Program Office | China - mainland born - For use by an investor who wishes to immigrate to the United States | 116.5 – 127 months | April 05, 2016 |
| All other areas - For use by an investor who wishes to immigrate to the United States | 89.5 – 105 months | February 01, 2018 |
National context
Historical median by fiscal year
This is the national median for completed cases—not the current office-level 80% time shown above. The two measures are not directly comparable.
| Classification | FY 2021 | FY 2022 | FY 2023 | FY 2024 | FY 2025 | FY 2026* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| For use by an investor who wishes to immigrate to the United States6 | 32.5 | 44.2 | 50.0 | 53.8 | 72.9 | 94.7 |
* FY2026 is partial: Oct. 1, 2025–May 31, 2026.
USCIS notes
- Legacy means I-526 petitions filed before enactment of the RIA.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Form I-526(L) take in 2026?
Per USCIS data captured October 19, 2026, I-526(L) (Immigrant Petition by Alien Investor (Legacy)) takes 89.5 – 127 months across 1 office(s).
Which office is fastest for I-526(L)?
The posted ranges overlap too much to single out a faster office — they all fall within 89.5 – 127 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.