USCIS has updated its processing times for employment-based immigration as of April 2026, revealing a mixed picture with overall increases in processing times. The agency reported an increase of 306 months across all form types and classifications, while processing times decreased by 150 months, resulting in a net increase of 156 months.
Key Details:
- Overall increase: 306 months across all classifications
- Overall decrease: 150 months, net increase of 156 months
- Significant increase for H-2B processing times: up by 1.0 month
- EB-1A, EB-1C, and E-2 NIW processing times increased by 1.5 months each
- Schedule A Nurses processing times increased by 0.5 months
- Processing times for E-2, E-31/E-32, and EW-3 classifications decreased
This update impacts various categories of immigrant and nonimmigrant workers, affecting their application timelines and expectations. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.