I-539 processing time: extension or change of status
By the USCIS data of September 17, 2026, 80% of I-539 cases in the “extension of B visitor status” category are decided within 8.5 months.
Times by category
How long USCIS takes to decide 80% and 93% of cases — USCIS publication of September 17, 2026; 50% is the category's historical median.
Other change of status
median of 2 offices
7.1months80% of cases
9.1months93% of cases
2 offices: 80% of cases within 0.2 to 14 months
80% · 93% of cases
- National Benefits Center (NBC)
- 80%: 6 days · 93%: 2.5 months
- Service centers (SCOPS)
- 80%: 14 · 93%: 15.6 months
Extension of B visitor status
Service centers (SCOPS)
8.5months80% of cases
9.5months93% of cases
Other extension
median of 2 offices
5.8months80% of cases
8.9months93% of cases
2 offices: 80% of cases within 0.7 to 11 months
80% · 93% of cases
- National Benefits Center (NBC)
- 80%: 21 days · 93%: 2.5 months
- Service centers (SCOPS)
- 80%: 11 · 93%: 15.2 months
Reinstatement of student status
Service centers (SCOPS)
15months80% of cases
17.2months93% of cases
Frequently asked questions
How long does I-539 take: extension of B visitor status?
By the USCIS publication of September 17, 2026, 80% of cases are decided within 8.5 months. 93% within 9.5 months.
When can I submit an inquiry to USCIS about I-539?
When your case has been pending longer than the 93% mark: for “Extension of B visitor status” this is 9.5 months after the receipt date. Calculate the date for your case
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Updated November 4, 2026 · Source: USCIS processing times, September 17, 2026