Latest Data: FY2026 Q3
I-129 Statistics
Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker
Pending Backlog
192,712
Quarterly Receipts
220,566
Completions
183,308
Approval Rate
78.4%
Approved Cases
143,748
Denied Cases
39,560
Median Processing
9.5 months
Form Subtype Breakdown
| Subtype / Category | Receipts | Approved | Denied | Pending | Median (Mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker | 220,566 | 143,748 | 39,560 | 192,712 | 9.5 |
Historical Volume Trend
Receipts vs Completions
Receipts
Completions
Data Source & Methodology
The statistics above are derived directly from the official USCIS "All USCIS Application and Petition Form Types" quarterly reports. These figures represent national, service-wide aggregates across all USCIS service centers and field offices. Receipts indicate new applications filed during the quarter. Completions include approvals, denials, and rejections. Pending is the total backlog at the end of the quarter.
Original Source: USCIS Immigration and Citizenship Data (Quarterly Open Data)
Last updated: 10/23/2026