Latest Data: FY2026 Q3
I-539 Statistics
Application To Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status
Pending Backlog
133,056
Quarterly Receipts
70,011
Completions
46,914
Approval Rate
82.6%
Approved Cases
38,751
Denied Cases
8,163
Median Processing
5.7 months
Form Subtype Breakdown
| Subtype / Category | Receipts | Approved | Denied | Pending | Median (Mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Application To Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status | 70,011 | 38,751 | 8,163 | 133,056 | 5.7 |
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