Latest Data: FY2026 Q3
I-9181 Statistics
Petition for U Nonimmigrant Status
Pending Backlog
480,114
Quarterly Receipts
15,170
Completions
6,515
Approval Rate
68.7%
Approved Cases
4,476
Denied Cases
2,039
Median Processing
15.2 months
Form Subtype Breakdown
| Subtype / Category | Receipts | Approved | Denied | Pending | Median (Mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petition for U Nonimmigrant Status | 15,170 | 4,476 | 2,039 | 480,114 | 15.2 |
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