I-130 processing time (2026)
Family Sponsorship Petition
Current national processing time
19 to 67 months
Family preference · reported range · Manifest Law
as of July 2026Source: manifestlaw.com
Form I-130 establishes a qualifying family relationship so a US citizen or green card holder can sponsor a relative. Times swing widely by category: immediate relatives of citizens are fastest, family-preference categories are slowest.
What the sources say
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| Category | Figure | Basis | As of | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Immediate relative of US citizen | 14.5 months | median | July 2026 | Boundless |
| F2A (green card holder sponsor) | 35 months | median | July 2026 | Boundless |
| Family preference | 19 to 67 months | range | July 2026 | Manifest Law |
Estimate your I-130 timeline
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Common questions
- How long does I-130 take?
- As of July 2026, the I-130 (Family Sponsorship Petition) processing time is 19 to 67 months, per Manifest Law. Times change monthly; check the current figure and your case status.
- What is I-130?
- Form I-130 establishes a qualifying family relationship so a US citizen or green card holder can sponsor a relative. Times swing widely by category: immediate relatives of citizens are fastest, family-preference categories are slowest.
- Why do I-130 processing times vary?
- Processing time depends on the category, the office handling the case, current caseloads, and whether premium processing applies. The range shown reflects recent reported cases, not a guarantee for any individual case.
- Is the I-130 processing time getting faster or slower?
- We date every figure and refresh it on a schedule so you can see the current number. Compare the "as of" date here with older pages elsewhere, which often show stale figures.