When will your case move?

Spouse, parent or child of a US citizen, living abroad

I-130 most likely 11–22 months, NVC 41–97 days, then the interview queue at your consulate.

IR-1, CR-1, IR-2 and IR-5 visas.

Spouse of a US citizen, living in the US

I-485 most likely 6–12 months.

Adjustment of status (I-485).

Fiancé(e) of a US citizen

I-129F most likely 7–11 months, then I-485 6–12 months.

K-1 visa, then a green card in the US.

Becoming a US citizen

N-400 most likely 8–16 months.

Naturalization for green card holders.

Employment-based green card

I-140 most likely 3–6 months, then your priority date.

EB-1, EB-2 and EB-3.

Other family: siblings, adult children, relatives of green card holders

Your priority date, often years, then I-485 most likely 6–12 months.

F1, F2A, F2B, F3 and F4.

Visitor, student or temporary work visa

I-129 most likely 7–12 months.

B, F, J, H, L, O and other visas.