Current CSC processing times

[zahrasalem 114]

I just noticed that the CSC processing time chart has been corrected today..........and now the timeline for processing I-130's is MORE than 5 months...........it shows current processing date of Feb. 15, 2009

But if it's true that they don't process petitions in date order that they were received, the monthly updates are pretty inaccurate, right?

Just trying to understand this whole thing........or maybe I should just ignore it all and just wait for my NOA2 in the mail. Knowing to much information (that is probably useless) can make waiting and waiting even harder.

Good luck everyone.......

[GregwedsAngel 0]

That is an error I think... Because this is what I saw in the USCIS website just a minute ago...

USCIS Processing Time Information for our

CALIFORNIA SERVICE CENTER

Posted: July 16, 2009

Instructions on Using the Table

Below is a chart that shows the Form Number, Form Name and Processing Times for all of the forms that are processed at that office. (Note that not all offices process all types of applications and petitions.)

Find the particular form number (in the left column) or form name (in the center column) in which you are interested. In the right column you will find either a timeframe in months or an exact date.

If the office is processing a particular type of application in less time than our processing goal, you will see the processing times expressed in months (for example, if the office is processing naturalization applications in less than our 5 month goal, the processing time will state “Five Months”). However, if that office is taking longer than our processing goal to handle the form type in question, you will see the filing date (e.g., “April 10, 2003”) of the last case we processed on the date the website chart was last updated. The charts are updated on or about the 15th day of each month.

IMPORTANT: If your receipt notice date is earlier then the processing date shown, we suggest you call our USCIS Customer Service Office at 1-800-375-5283 for assistance.

We offer a variety of services after you file. For example, for most kinds of cases you can check the status of your case online.

Field Office Processing Dates for CALIFORNIA SERVICE CENTER as of: May 31, 2009

Form Title Classification or Basis for Filing: Processing Timeframe:

I-102 Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 2.5 Months

I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-1B - Specialty occupation - Visa to be issued abroad 2 Months

I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-1B - Specialty occupation - Change of status in the U.S. 2 Months

I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-1B - Specialty occupation - Extension of stay in the U.S. 2 Months

I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-2A - Temporary workers 2 Months

I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-2B - Other temporary workers 2 Months

I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-3 - Temporary trainees 2 Months

I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker E - Treaty traders and investors 2 Months

I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker L - Intracompany transfers 2 Months

I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker Blanket L 2 Months

I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker O - Extraordinary ability 2 Months

I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker P - Athletes, artists, and entertainers 2 Months

I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker Q - Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process 2 Months

I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker R - Religious occupation 2 Months

I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker TN - North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional 2 Months

I-129F Petition for Alien Fiance(e) K-1/K-2 - Not yet married - fiance and/or dependent child 5 Months

I-129F Petition for Alien Fiance(e) K-3/K-4 - Already married - spouse and/or dependent child 5 Months

I-130 Petition for Alien Relative U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 5 Months

I-130 Petition for Alien Relative U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 November 15, 2003

I-130 Petition for Alien Relative U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 October 22, 2001

I-130 Petition for Alien Relative U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister October 22, 1999

I-130 Petition for Alien Relative Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 December 22, 2005

I-130 Petition for Alien Relative Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 April 15, 2002

I-131 Application for Travel Document All other applicants for advance parole 3 Months

I-360 Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant All other special immigrants 5 Months

I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status Employment-based adjustment applications January 15, 2009

I-526 Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States 5 Months

I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Change of status to H or L dependents 2.5 Months

I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories 2.5 Months

I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Change Status to the J exchange visitor category 2.5 Months

I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status All other change of status applications 2.5 Months

I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Extension of stay for H and L dependents 2.5 Months

I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students 2.5 Months

I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors 2.5 Months

I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status All other extension applications 2.5 Months

I-612 Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution January 15, 2009

I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [©(3)] 3 Months

I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Based on a pending asylum application [©(8)] 3 Months

I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [©(9)] 3 Months

I-765 Application for Employment Authorization All other applications for employment authorization 3 Months

I-824 Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition To request further action on an approved application or petition January 15, 2009

I-829 Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) 6 Months

I-829 Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) based on PL107-273 September 10, 1997

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[mrsemcee 1]

BLERGH!

i choose not to believe itand then maybe in my little fairy brain i will get approved prior to then hehe

[zahrasalem 114]

I'm glad you saw "5 months", but just now I tried to open the website again, and it just gives a bunch of java script............they must be still correcting info as we speak..........

[zahrasalem 114]

I'm glad you saw "5 months", but just now I tried to open the website again, and it just gives a bunch of java script............they must be still correcting info as we speak..........

Ok, it's back to saying 5 months again......here's hoping it's less than that...........we will see

[GregwedsAngel 0]

not to worry... you will have your approval soon... many are getting approved BEFORE their expected dates of adjudication...

[RickD 0]

I just noticed that the CSC processing time chart has been corrected today..........and now the timeline for processing I-130's is MORE than 5 months...........it shows current processing date of Feb. 15, 2009

But if it's true that they don't process petitions in date order that they were received, the monthly updates are pretty inaccurate, right?

Just trying to understand this whole thing........or maybe I should just ignore it all and just wait for my NOA2 in the mail. Knowing to much information (that is probably useless) can make waiting and waiting even harder.

Good luck everyone.......

Our I-130 was approved in 46 days from the NOA1 date. The California center was very quick, especially when compared to Vermont. We decided to forgo the K3 since Ivonne already has a US SSN (from a one year cultural exchange program for teachers in 1998-99) and wants to be able to work as soon as she gets here. We had one RFE from the NVC that cost us about two - three weeks in the overall process (on one date I accidentally typed a 6 instead of a 5 and as careful as I tried to be I missed the mistake when I proofed the form. NVC, however, doesn't miss a thing!) If we had gone with the K3 Ivonne would have arrived last month. Instead she will be here on 14 Aug. Here is our time line -

IR-1 / CR-1 Visa

Event Date

Service Center : California Service Center

Consulate : Bogota, Colombia

Marriage : 2008-12-18

I-130 Sent : 2009-01-06

I-130 NOA1 : 2009-01-12

I-130 Approved : 2009-02-27

NVC Received : 2009-03-10

Received DS-3032 / I-864 Bill : 2009-03-17

Pay I-864 Bill 2009-03-17

Receive I-864 Package :

Return Completed I-864 : 2009-03-24

Return Completed DS-3032 : 2009-03-19

Receive IV Bill : 2009-03-31

Pay IV Bill : 2009-04-03

Receive Instruction Package : 2009-06-01

Case Completed at NVC : 2009-05-05

NVC Left : 2009-06-04

Consulate Received :

Packet 3 Received :

Packet 3 Sent :

Packet 4 Received :

Interview Date : 2009-07-13

Visa Received :

US Entry : 2009-08-14

Comments : Passed interview 13 July 2009!!!!

Processing

Estimates/Stats : Your I-130 was approved in 46 days from your NOA1 date.

Your interview took 182 days from your I-130 NOA1 date.