Timelines vary based on case complexity and processing choices.With a full, well-prepared filing, it can take as little as around 3 months in the best-case scenario. However, as of 2026, the process can take up to 10 months end to end.A typical timeline may look like this:- Around 7 months to receive a USCIS decision- An additional buffer of up to 3 months for consular processing, possible RFEs, and visa appointment schedulingHow quickly you receive your O-1A depends on several factors:1. The quality and experience of your provider2. Whether you choose regular or premium processing3. Whether USCIS issues a Request for Evidence (RFE)4. The wait time at the U.S. consulate in your home country for an O-1 visa appointmentPremium processing guarantees a USCIS decision within 15 business days, not an approval. USCIS may still issue an RFE, which can extend the overall timeline by an additional 60–90 days.