The American Immigration Council has released a new dashboard that tracks backlogs, processing times, filings, and denial rates for over 190 types of immigration applications and petitions. The data indicates that legal immigration is facing significant challenges, with USCIS backlogs increasing from 3.5 million pending cases in Q1 FY2016 to 11.6 million by Q4 FY2025, marking a troubling rise of 2 million cases in 2025 alone.
Key Details:
- Current backlog: 11.6 million pending cases as of Q4 FY2025.
- NIW (National Interest Waiver) denial rates approaching 60%.
- EB-1A (Extraordinary Ability) denial rates nearing 40%.
- EB-1B and O-1 petitions maintain high approval rates, exceeding 90% in many categories.
The dashboard provides crucial data that can help inform legal strategies for applicants, emphasizing the importance of selecting the right category for immigration petitions. This information is vital for immigrants navigating the complex legal landscape as they seek to adjust their status or obtain visas. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: Daniel Stephen Larson