I-751 processing time: removing conditions on a green card

Form I-751 asks USCIS to remove the conditions on a two-year green card based on marriage. Figures come from USCIS reports and are updated when USCIS publishes new data.

Average processing time21.9 monthsApplications decided in August 2026 (USCIS report to Congress)
Pending applications360,671End of August 2026
Pending over 6 months268,379End of August 2026
Filed in August 202614,0183,534 approved and 983 denied that month

Average processing time, month by month

Months from receipt to decision
20.9 Oct 25 22.5 Dec 25 26.3 Feb 26 26 Apr 26 24.3 May 26 22.7 Jun 26 23.5 Jul 26 21.9 Aug 26

Is my case taking too long?

Enter the date to compare your wait with the 21.9-month average.

Questions

How long does I-751 take right now?

On average 21.9 months, from the date USCIS received the application to its decision, for cases decided in August 2026. Your case can be faster or slower depending on your office and on whether USCIS asks for more evidence.

Why is the USCIS website showing a different number?

The USCIS processing times tool shows how long it took to complete 80% of cases at a given office. The figures here are averages from USCIS reports to Congress and quarterly data. Both come from USCIS; they measure different things.

When can I ask USCIS about my I-751?

USCIS accepts a case inquiry once your case is outside the normal processing time for your form and office. Use the date on your receipt notice to compare.

Statuses you will see on an I-751

Sources: USCIS reports to Congress (August 2026); USCIS “Number of Service-wide Forms by Quarter, Form Status, and Processing Time” (April–June 2026). This page is general information, not legal advice.