I-612 processing time
Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement (under Section 212(e) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, as Amended)
From USCIS data captured August 31, 2026
Typical wait
1.5 – 24 months
Across 1 office(s); the ranges overlap too much to single out a faster one.
Offices
1
process this form
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| Office | Category | Current time | Case inquiry possible for receipts on/before |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Center Operations (SCOPS) | Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution | 20.5 – 24 months | September 15, 2024 |
| Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement | 1.5 – 5 months | April 13, 2026 |
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Form I-612 take in 2026?
Per USCIS data captured August 31, 2026, I-612 (Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement (under Section 212(e) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, as Amended)) takes 1.5 – 24 months across 1 office(s).
Which office is fastest for I-612?
The posted ranges overlap too much to single out a faster office — they all fall within 1.5 – 24 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.