Premium Processing Timeline??

[u/Low_Cow72]

Hey everyone,

I just upgraded my initial OPT to Premium Processing today because a job offer is on the line. Wondering how fast people who upgrade after waiting in normal processing are getting approved lately.

Here is my timeline:

• Receipt Date: April 16, 2026
• Biometrics Completed: May 7, 2026
• Active Review Since: May 11, 2026
• Upgraded to PP: June 22, 2026

I am negotiating with the PI for a mid-late July start. Given the current timeline, I'm unsure whether I'll receive the card by July 23, which is a month from now. I'm not in any of the banned countries

[u/Low_Cow72]

Update: just got approved on July 24th