USCIS processing times, fee tables, form links, and expert guides.
Average processing times (as of 2025). Actual times vary by service center and filing volume. Check USCIS.gov for current times.
| Visa/Form | Form | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| H-1B | I-129 | 3-6 months | 2-5 business days |
| O-1A/B | I-129 | 2-5 months | 2-5 business days |
| L-1 | I-129 | 2-4 months | 2-5 business days |
| TN (consular) | DS-160 | 2-8 weeks | N/A |
| EB-1A I-140 | I-140 | 6-12 months | 2-5 business days |
| EB-2 NIW I-140 | I-140 | 8-18 months | 2-5 business days |
| I-485 (Green Card) | I-485 | 8-24 months | N/A |
| F-1 (consular) | DS-160 | 3-8 weeks | N/A |
| EAD (OPT) | I-765 | 3-5 months | N/A |
Fees as of October 2024 (USCIS fee rule effective April 1, 2024). Verify current fees at USCIS.gov.
| Form | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| I-129 | Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker (H-1B, O-1, L-1, TN) | $730-$1,440 (varies) |
| I-907 | Premium Processing | $2,805 |
| I-140 | Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers (EB-1A, EB-2 NIW) | $715 |
| I-485 | Application to Register Permanent Residence | $1,440 (18+) |
| I-765 | Employment Authorization Document (OPT, EAD) | $520 |
| I-131 | Travel Document (Advance Parole) | $630 |
| N-400 | Application for Naturalization | $760 |
| I-130 | Petition for Alien Relative | $675 |
Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker
Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers
Adjustment of Status Application
Employment Authorization Document
Travel Document / Advance Parole
Nonimmigrant Visa Application (consular)
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