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a k
Mar 10, 2026
old marriage 485 reopened after 3 years
hello my old 485 from my marriage which was denied was opened on it’s own. i never filled for motion to reopen. i have also filled 485 with my 360 also. the old 485 shows case is pending with uscis now any advice?
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bridges 5Mar 11, 2026
@a k I would advice you write to them to withdraw it but I recommend you reach out to your lawyer if you have one or get legal advice.
survivor pMar 11, 2026
@a k This sometimes happens when USCIS reopens a case on its own motion. Even if you did not file a motion to reopen, USCIS can reopen a previously denied I-485 if they believe the denial may have been incorrect or if there is a related petition pending (for example your I-360 VAWA approval). I think an important thing to consider: do not withdraw it immediately. If USCIS reopened it themselves, it usually means they want to re-review the case. This is not a legal advice!
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a kMar 11, 2026
@survivor p my i-360 is still pending not approved yet
survivor pMar 11, 2026
@a k that is what I told you
Manifest LawMar 12, 2026
USCIS can reopen a closed case sua sponte for various reasons one of which is to determine errors made in intial review that caused the denial and in most cases it may just be because of a glitch in the system. If you have counsel representing you, you should consult with them on this. - Attorney MaryJoy Chuba (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.)
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Sheero LauraMar 16, 2026
@a k at the time of your Marriage based denial , when you Failed to re open the motion or refile were you issued or rather served with any other notice? and then how long did you take before filling VAWA? am asking this because I recently received a denial of 1 130, currently having a pending assylum, am planning to file VAWA
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a kMar 17, 2026
@Sheero Laura I applied vawa after 4-5 months never filed motion to re open
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Sheero LauraMar 17, 2026
@a k were you sent a notice to appear
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a kMar 17, 2026
yes

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