Latest Data: FY2026 Q3
I-129F Statistics
Petition for Alien Fiancé(e)
Pending Backlog
35,871
Quarterly Receipts
9,737
Completions
9,273
Approval Rate
75.1%
Approved Cases
6,966
Denied Cases
2,307
Median Processing
9 months
Form Subtype Breakdown
| Subtype / Category | Receipts | Approved | Denied | Pending | Median (Mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petition for Alien Fiancé(e) | 9,737 | 6,966 | 2,307 | 35,871 | 9 |
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