I-539 Processing Times

Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status

3.2months (FY2026)

Processing Time Trend

Median months by fiscal year

All Fiscal Years

Fiscal YearMedian (months)
FY20263.2
FY20252.5
FY20242.7
FY20235.8
FY20226.8
FY20219.6
FY20194.4
FY20183.4
FY20172.8
FY20163.4
FY20152.5
FY20142.5

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