Latest Data: FY2026 Q3
I-956F Statistics
Application for Approval of Investment in a Commercial Enterprise
Pending Backlog
177
Quarterly Receipts
77
Completions
82
Approval Rate
73.2%
Approved Cases
60
Denied Cases
22
Median Processing
5.4 months
Form Subtype Breakdown
| Subtype / Category | Receipts | Approved | Denied | Pending | Median (Mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Application for Approval of Investment in a Commercial Enterprise | 77 | 60 | 22 | 177 | 5.4 |
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