Tiago Araujo
Apr 20, 2026
is >45 days since 485-J normal?
my I-485J was approved 3/3 and today, 48 days later, still no approval of I-145. I read it typically happens 6 weeks after 485J… is this accurate?
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Bobby pApr 21, 2026
my date was not current when my 485j was approved 50 days ago. it has become current in April visa bulletin.
Tiago AraujoApr 21, 2026
thank you, Bobby.. my PD has been current this whole time :(
Manifest LawApr 27, 2026
Yes, that can be normal. I-485J approval means USCIS accepted the job offer confirmation or portability request, but it does not automatically approve the green card. The I-485 still needs visa availability, background checks, medical review, admissibility review, and final officer action. Six weeks is only an anecdotal pattern, not a rule.
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