Approval Date Estimator
Most timelines you'll read online only count the government's 20 business days. That's the smallest part. This estimator maps the whole journey — the U.S. document gathering that actually determines whether you file in three months or five — so you can plan a real move date.
Is the SSA Certificate of Coverage in motion?
The single biggest variable. For W-2 employees on a PEO it can take 2–3 months — so it decides everything.
Where will you apply from?
These are planning estimates based on typical processing times, not a guarantee. Consulate queues, document defects, and administrative requests (requerimiento) can move the date. The one lever you fully control is starting the SSA certificate early.
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