I’ll be happy s
Jan 22, 2026
RFE after 4+ years — response time and what evidence they usually ask for
I’ve had my case pending since August 2021 and I just got an update yesterday saying an RFE was mailed. I’m curious how much time they usually give to respond. Is it 80 days, or does it depend? At this point, I’m honestly not sure what they’re even looking for since it’s been over 4+ years. Just wondering for those who’ve gotten an RFE after 4+ years, what kind of evidence did you end up being asked for? what was your timeline to respond?
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j da SilvaJan 22, 2026
my case was filed 2020, RFE last year for shared residence, proof of abuse and bona fide marriage. 90 days to respond. responded after 2 months and still waiting. good luck
tired from waitinggJan 22, 2026
@j da Silva you did not send them those in the beginning?
thats really sucks asking rfe after 5 years almost i hope they wont ask me anything
I’ll be happy sJan 22, 2026
@j da Silva thanks! I don’t really have much more proof to add beyond what I’ve already submitted. I can get a few statements from friends, and I’m still in therapy, but that’s about it. Just curious have you been able to add any more evidence on your end? Thanks for your answer!!!
I’ll be happy sJan 22, 2026
@tired from waitingg I mean we guys have been stuck since years ago, I can’t even imagine what they would want from
us?!
tired from waitinggJan 22, 2026
@I’ll be happy s exactly i mean doesn’t make sense either ask upfront after filling or at least in middle going to be 6 years and asking rfe is another abuse to be honest psychological abuse
tired from waitinggJan 22, 2026
@I’ll be happy s have you done any inquiry? if yes what was the answer
I’ll be happy sJan 22, 2026
@tired from waitingg I did online a few times and they’ve emailed me saying, no update, we working on your case.
tired from waitinggJan 22, 2026
@I’ll be happy s i see you did not do with congressman? i did with congressewoman answer was my case stuck in background check idk what is this check taking 5 years..
The blessed CaseJan 22, 2026
Please let us know what they request when you get your letter.
I’ll be happy sJan 22, 2026
@The blessed Case sure I will!
Bruno sasaJan 22, 2026
@j da Silva I da Silva Uma
pergunta vc já tinha enviado isso logo no começo? eu enviei isso tudo na 1 x. meu caso tem 3 anos è provalvel que eles peçam d novo?
j da SilvaJan 22, 2026
@Bruno sasa sim, já tinha enviado tudo isso. porém pediram mais.
princess LabbyJan 22, 2026
@I’ll be happy s are you from any of the ban or partial ban countries? just curious please
I’ll be happy sJan 22, 2026
@princess Labby actually yes, from one of them per recently updated list’
Launica oneJan 22, 2026
@I’ll be happy s it could be good moral of character as it passed 3 years.
I’ll be happy sJan 22, 2026
@j da Silva do you remember what was the timeline given to you to respond?
I’ll be happy sJan 22, 2026
@j da Silva nvm, I’m all over the place. I see you’ve mentioned 90 days to respond
Good vibes For everJan 22, 2026
@tired from waitingg Exactly asking after 4,5 or 6 years is another abuse , Traumatic response Of the brain is to forget not to remember
I’m BlessedJan 22, 2026
They sent me RFE after 4 years of waiting and requested proof of abuse, bonafide marriage, and shared residence. They gave me 87 days to respond. VAWA was approved a month after they received my response. Green Card was approved 5 months after VAWA approval. Wishing you the best. You are almost there. Rooting for you!
K- MBJan 23, 2026
@I’m Blessed did you filled anything new on your RFE ? my case was submitted 2019 and they ask for RFE just now almost 7 years after . they ask the same think as yours but I don’t have anything new to ad … did you send the same think as when you applied ?
tired from waitinggJan 23, 2026
@I’m Blessed what did you send new ? were you be able to find new documents?
I’ll be happy sJan 23, 2026
@K- MB When did you receive your RFE? whats the deadline they gave you? I heard a lot of people include a psychologist evaluation, especially if you’re still on medication. You should talk to your lawyer too, I’m sure they can suggest what would help. All the best.
K- MBJan 23, 2026
@I’ll be happy s i receive end of October my deadline is end of January. yes i do send a new psychological evaluation and send the pictures from the abuse and all the documents again everything. thank you 🙏🏻
Muhammad E.Jan 23, 2026
It depends on what they need. My case was filed a year after yours. Last summer, I received an RFE for proof of a good-faith marriage and proof of abuse. I was given 89 days to respond. I submitted my response two weeks before the deadline and have been waiting since August for a decision.
I’ll be happy sJan 23, 2026
@K- MB @Muhammad E. @j da Silva I’m lowkey freaking out about this USCIS mail 😩 How long did it take you to get yours? Like from the date it showed online to when it actually came was it 4 days, 5 days, a week?
I’ll be happy sJan 23, 2026
@K- MB
j da SilvaJan 23, 2026
@I’ll be happy s don’t worry, you’ll find whatever it is that they’re looking for. be positive 🙏
I’m BlessedJan 23, 2026
@tired from waitingg @K- MB After I got the RFE, I read it multiple times- it was over 5 pages. I tried to understand all the issues they raised in the RFE. I wrote new personal statement (declaration) making sure I addressed (line by line) all the issues they USCIS raised - NEVER contradict yourself from the initial declaration you submitted. I did another psychological evaluation, submitted new affidavit, text messages, receipts, etc. I didn’t have many new evidence to submit and I explained why I didn’t have them in my new statement. I made sure my personal statement was strong and addressed the concerns they raised.
I’ll be happy sJan 23, 2026
@tired from waitingg @The blessed Case @princess Labby @Launica one @I’m Blessed @K- MB @Muhammad E.
You guys, I received the mail. They gave me until April 20th to respond and they’re asking for proof of a bona fide marriage. all I can get, just statements that’s pretty much the only thing I can add. My ex kept me in the dark and handled all the paperwork, so I don’t really have access to much. I’m not in contact with him at all. But a lot of people were involved in our marriage, so I can probably get around 5 to 8 statements confirming it was real. Most of it happened during COVID, so I’ll also rewrite my personal statement. Just wanted to keep you updated.
Muhammad E.Jan 24, 2026
Did you get married while being in removal proceedings?
tired from waitinggJan 24, 2026
@I’ll be happy s good luck praying for you 🙏 did you do any inquiry before gettin rfe? if you did what was the anwer
I’ll be happy sJan 24, 2026
@tired from waitingg I didn’t. I actually knew they were working on my case for the last few months, because I got follow-ups from different people saying the fraud supervisor had contacted them, asking them to confirm their statements and even emailed my workplace. They also spoke to people who witnessed the abuse. So I knew they were heavily investigating everything. First it was fraud department, then it got escalated to a Homeland Security supervisor. My lawyer said either I’d get a NOID or an RFE if they weren’t fully satisfied. So that’s where I’m at now.
I’ll be happy sJan 24, 2026
@Muhammad E. never been in removal, never applied for any other type of immigration benefits
Launica oneJan 24, 2026
@I’ll be happy s getting RFE instead of Nœud is a good sign, and sometimes they issue it to justify the long processing time as per Lawyer Moumita Rahman.
Now for the Bonafide use a very detailed personal statement about your entire relationship ; from the beginning until the end. Emphasize on your daily life & routine at home during the marriage. Focus on the good times and love.
Watch YouTube video of Olaleye law firm where she talk about this RFE.
Good luck 🤞
I’ll be happy sJan 25, 2026
@Launica one thanks! Will do that
The blessed Case3d
@I’ll be happy s I wish you all the best and wait to congratulate you, but calling people after 5yrs is crazy.
