I sent the I-130 petition 6 months ago and nothing. Is this normal?

The I-130 petition, which serves as the basis for family reunification, is one of the processes that can take a considerable amount of time to be reviewed by the United States authorities. Each case has its particularities, but it is important to remember that processing times may vary depending on the USCIS Service Center responsible for your case.

Normally, some immigration processes, especially in the Family Based category, can take from six months to more than a year to be completed. If six months have passed since the submission and you still have not received any updates, this is not necessarily a cause for concern. The timeline varies according to service demand, process complexity, and possible additional information or documentation requests from USCIS.

It is always good practice to monitor the status of your petition through the online tool provided by USCIS, as well as to check the updated processing times on the official website. If you notice any unusual information or feel uncertain, seek information from reliable sources, always remembering to strictly follow U.S. immigration laws.

Be wary of promises of quick or guaranteed solutions, especially on the internet, and avoid companies that guarantee results or expedited processing. Depending on your situation, you may benefit from consulting official materials or relying on the advice of serious and specialized professionals, but always exercise the necessary caution to avoid scams or misleading marketing campaigns.

Continuing to monitor the progress of your case and keeping all documentation up to date is essential to avoid future problems. Remember: every case is unique and processing times can vary over time.

Victoria Harper

Editor-in-Chief

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Leading journalism and editorial content at Visto n’ Visa, Victoria helps make immigration topics clear, trustworthy, and easy to understand. Her focus is on delivering useful, human, and relevant content for people exploring new paths abroad.