I-956 processing time
Application for Regional Center Designation
From USCIS data captured July 22, 2026
Fastest office
Immigrant Investor Program Office
13.5 – 38 months
Slowest office
Immigrant Investor Program Office
13.5 – 38 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 | 13.5 – 38 months | June 05, 2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Form I-956 take in 2026?
Per USCIS data captured July 22, 2026, I-956 (Application for Regional Center Designation) takes from 13.5 – 38 months at the fastest office (Immigrant Investor Program Office) to 13.5 – 38 months at the slowest (Immigrant Investor Program Office).
Which office is fastest for I-956?
As of the latest data, Immigrant Investor Program Office shows the shortest time: 13.5 – 38 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.