Cafe Racer
Feb 24, 2026
I-485 Timeline after Interview Waiver
Hello, what is the typical timeline for EB1C I-485 approval once the priority date is current and the interview is waived (per Emma)?
I filed concurrently with medicals and have received 3 FTA0 updates on my I-485, most recently on Feb 19. My case is at the Newark Field Office (non local FO). My 2018 PD was ported from EB2.
Is it common for I-765 and I-131 to be skipped in favor of a direct green card approval? Not much recent API activity on either.
Thanks for any insights.
EB1-3
Multinational executive or manager
Total Days: 149 days
Case
2025-11-24
Today
I-140
71 Days
I-485
149 Days
I-131
149 Days
I-765
149 Days
Nebraska Service Center: I-140
National Benefits Center: I-485, I-131, I-765
Timeline Map
2025-11-24
I-140
I-485
I-131
I-765
Submission to USCIS
2026-02-03
I-140
D+71
Decision (Approval or Denial)
2026-04-02
I-485
D+129
Interview
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Another ScientistFeb 24, 2026
Hey! It seems we're in the same boat. I actually submitted all my cases just a few days before you did. Mine was an EB-1B. Emma also told me my interview was waived, and my case was transferred to the St. Albans field office. No other updates since Jan 22 though. Curious to hear if anyone has had similar experience.
Cafe RacerFeb 24, 2026
@Another Scientist thanks for sharing! it seems things usually stall at this stage but you’re about a month ahead of me:) Please keep me posted.
Manifest LawFeb 25, 2026
With EB1C, PD current, medical filed, and interview waived, approval often comes within a few weeks to a few months after the case reaches the field office. Multiple recent FTA0 updates usually mean background checks cleared and the file is in final review. At this stage, silence followed by a sudden “New Card Is Being Produced” is common with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Yes, it’s very common for I-765 and I-131 to be skipped if the I-485 is approvable. USCIS can go straight to green card approval and simply not adjudicate EAD/AP. Lack of movement on those forms is not a negative sign.
- Attorney Ana Gabriela Urizar
(All information shared here is for general educational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney - client relationship. Your situation may require fact-specific guidance. For personalized legal advice, please consult an immigration attorney directly.)
Ana MFeb 25, 2026
same, RD also nov 24! no updates since jan 22, currently in yakima FO
Clara SFeb 26, 2026
@Ana M are you submitted at the 24th?(me too) mine is also at the Yakima office.(An agent told me 2 days ago) assume that’s there since the 12/29 (there was a silent update).
Ana MFeb 27, 2026
@Clara S hopefully we’ll get to hear back soon 🤞🏻
Another ScientistMar 24, 2026
@Cafe Racer I just got my approval notice this morning. I had my third FTA0 update yesterday, so I was waiting for the official approval today. Indeed, it came right about 24 hours after the FTA0 update. Approval was for both my spouse and me. Hope you'll get your approval soon! I still see no movement on my i-765, but it's a moot at this point.
Cafe RacerMar 26, 2026
@Another Scientist congratulations! I have had lots of ghost updates, latest one on 3/17 so hopefully I hear some good news soon. big milestone, enjoy!
