USCIS has recently seen National Interest Waiver (NIW) applicants receiving green card approvals in remarkably short timeframes, even amid policy changes. One case exemplifies this trend: an NIW application filed on January 12, 2026, was approved just 15 days later, followed by an I-485 approval approximately 2.5 months after filing, with the interview requirement waived.
Key Details:
- NIW filed: January 12, 2026
- NIW approved: January 27, 2026 (15 days)
- I-485 filed: March 6, 2026
- I-485 approved: Approximately 2.5 months later
- Interview: Waived
These swift approvals demonstrate that strong cases can still progress successfully despite uncertainties surrounding Adjustment of Status adjudications. This trend is encouraging for potential immigrants navigating the process.
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Source: Mohsen Rowhani, JSD