How long does it take to get the resident card after EB-1 approval?

There is no single timeline for the resident card to arrive after the EB-1 is approved. The time depends primarily on the path taken and the demand on the agencies involved, so it is safest to treat any estimate as something that varies from case to case.

Two scenarios are most common:

• Adjustment of status (when you are already in the United States): the green card is typically issued after the adjustment petition is approved, and physical delivery depends on USCIS processing flow.
• Consular processing (when the process goes through a consulate abroad): timelines follow the consulate and Department of State schedule, varying by location and demand.

Additional checks can affect the timeline. For this reason, avoid working with fixed numbers: track the status through official USCIS channels and consult the official processing times tool for an up-to-date estimate. When in doubt, a specialist can help you read your specific case.

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