1. What is Green Card Wait Time?

The Green Card Wait Time is the estimated duration between your priority date (when your petition was filed) and the current visa bulletin date. This helps applicants estimate how long they might need to wait for their green card.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple formula:

Where:

• Current Bulletin — The most recent visa bulletin date
• Priority Date — The date your petition was filed

Explanation: The calculator computes the difference in months between these two dates to estimate your wait time.

3. Importance of Wait Time Calculation

Details: Understanding your estimated wait time helps with planning your immigration process, employment, and family arrangements.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the current visa bulletin date and your priority date in the format YYYY-MM-DD. Both dates are required for calculation.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Where can I find the current visa bulletin?
A: The U.S. Department of State publishes visa bulletins monthly on their official website.

Q2: Where can I find my priority date?
A: Your priority date is listed on your Form I-797 Notice of Action receipt.

Q3: Does this calculator account for country-specific quotas?
A: No, this is a general calculator. Actual wait times may vary based on your country of chargeability.

Q4: Why does my wait time seem longer than others?
A: Wait times vary by visa category (family vs employment) and country of origin due to per-country limits.

Q5: How accurate is this estimate?
A: This provides a basic estimate but doesn't account for retrogressions, category changes, or other variables.