I-821D processing time
Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals
From USCIS data captured July 22, 2026
Fastest office
Service Center Operations (SCOPS)
3.5 – 5.5 months
Slowest office
Service Center Operations (SCOPS)
3.5 – 5.5 months
Offices
1
process this form
Every office, fastest to slowest
| Office | Category | Current time | Case inquiry possible for receipts on/before |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Center Operations (SCOPS) | Renewal | 3.5 – 5.5 months | April 08, 2026 |
| Request for Deferred Action | no posted time |
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Form I-821D take in 2026?
Per USCIS data captured July 22, 2026, I-821D (Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) takes from 3.5 – 5.5 months at the fastest office (Service Center Operations (SCOPS)) to 3.5 – 5.5 months at the slowest (Service Center Operations (SCOPS)).
Which office is fastest for I-821D?
As of the latest data, Service Center Operations (SCOPS) shows the shortest time: 3.5 – 5.5 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.