Updated May 2026

Form I-485 Processing Time at Nebraska Service Center

Handles applications from central US states and certain employment-based categories. Receipt numbers begin with LIN.

Current processing range
8–30months

Processing times vary significantly by field office and visa category. Employment-based and family-based cases have different timelines.

About the NSC
Full name
Nebraska Service Center
Location
Lincoln, NE
Receipt prefix
LIN
Common abbreviation
NSC
Center notes

Often handles EB-1 extraordinary ability cases and certain O-1 visa petitions. Processing times can vary significantly by form type.

How to confirm your case is at the NSC

Your receipt number on Form I-797C (Notice of Action) begins with a 3-letter code that identifies which USCIS service center received your application.

Your receipt number starts with:
LINXXXXXXXXXX
= Your case is at the Nebraska Service Center

If your receipt number starts with a different prefix, your case is at a different service center. See all service centers for Form I-485 →

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Form I-485 take at the NSC in 2026?+
Form I-485 at the USCIS Nebraska Service Center currently takes approximately 8–30 months. Processing times vary significantly by field office and visa category. Employment-based and family-based cases have different timelines.
How do I know if my Form I-485 is at the NSC?+
Check your Form I-797C (Notice of Action) receipt number. If it starts with "LIN", your case is at the Nebraska Service Center. Handles applications from central US states and certain employment-based categories. Receipt numbers begin with LIN.
What does a LIN receipt number mean?+
LIN receipt numbers are issued by the USCIS Nebraska Service Center in Lincoln, NE. The prefix identifies which service center processed your filing.
Is the NSC faster or slower than other USCIS service centers?+
Processing times vary by form type and current workload. Often handles EB-1 extraordinary ability cases and certain O-1 visa petitions. Processing times can vary significantly by form type. Always check the official USCIS processing times page for the most current estimates.
Can I request expedited processing of my Form I-485 at the NSC?+
Yes. USCIS allows expedite requests for qualifying situations: severe financial loss, urgent humanitarian reasons, US government interests, or USCIS error. Submit your request through your online USCIS account or by calling 1-800-375-5283.

Form I-485 at other service centers

Form I-485 at CSC (WAC) →Form I-485 at VSC (EAC) →Form I-485 at TSC (SRC) →Form I-485 at NBC (MSC) →Form I-485 at PSC (IOE) →

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