I-800A processing time
Application for Determination of Suitability to Adopt a Child from a Convention Country
From USCIS data captured July 22, 2026
Fastest office
National Benefits Center
4.5 – 6 months
Slowest office
National Benefits Center
4.5 – 6 months
Offices
1
process this form
Every office, fastest to slowest
| Office | Current time | Case inquiry possible for receipts on/before |
|---|---|---|
| National Benefits Center | 4.5 – 6 months | January 28, 2026 |
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Form I-800A take in 2026?
Per USCIS data captured July 22, 2026, I-800A (Application for Determination of Suitability to Adopt a Child from a Convention Country) takes from 4.5 – 6 months at the fastest office (National Benefits Center) to 4.5 – 6 months at the slowest (National Benefits Center).
Which office is fastest for I-800A?
As of the latest data, National Benefits Center shows the shortest time: 4.5 – 6 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.