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Jan 30, 2026
Uploading 2025 joint tax return as unsolicited evidence while NOID response is pending — good or bad idea?
Hi everyone,
I’m currently waiting on USCIS to review my NOID response for an I-130. The NOID response was already submitted and acknowledged, and there’s no new RFE or action requested at this time.
We’ve now filed our 2025 joint federal tax return, and I’m wondering if it’s a good idea to upload it as unsolicited evidence to show continued bona fide marriage, or if it’s better to leave the case alone while it’s under review.
For those who’ve been through NOIDs or extended reviews:
Did you upload updated joint tax returns while waiting?
Did it help, hurt, or make no difference?
Any risk of slowing things down or reopening review?
Looking for real experiences — especially from people who had heavy scrutiny or NOIDs.
Thanks in advance.
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clear MeeksJan 30, 2026
yes you can what was the noid?
Sheero LauraJan 30, 2026
when was your deadline?
w s 🇨🇦🇺🇸Jan 30, 2026
I uploaded my tax return after my case was sitting doing nothing for over a year. I was approved 4 months later but no idea if it impacted my case or not since we had kids.
I don’t think it can hurt unless the income shown for the petitioner doesn’t cover the minimum requirements.
s lJan 30, 2026
@clear Meeks lack of evidence
s lJan 30, 2026
@Sheero Laura January 5,2025
s lJan 30, 2026
@w s 🇨🇦🇺🇸 did you respond to a NOID as well?
w s 🇨🇦🇺🇸Jan 30, 2026
@s l no I didn’t have a NOID but I don’t think it matters in this case. if yours was for lack of evidence then I think this helps your case. good luc
clear MeeksJan 30, 2026
@s l they are so unpredictable I know someone who only sent photos case approved no interview and for other they asking for so many stuff …what evidence did you sent ?
clear MeeksJan 30, 2026
@s l I went for interview the only thing they ask for was my newborn birth paper which I didnt received from the hospital as yet I sent it 5 days after my interview haven’t heard anything since then
s lJan 31, 2026
@clear Meeks in response to the NOID I sent joint bank statements, credit card statements, 6 notarized affidavits, tax return, Sam’s card, car insurance, light bill,phone bills,,Id with same address, photos and leases. and I just added our most recent tax transcript as unsolicited
clear MeeksJan 31, 2026
ok that’s good I hope you get an approval soon @s l
Muna ChimJan 31, 2026
Unsolicited evidence for USCIS is any supporting documentation submitted voluntarily before a final decision, often through the "Unsolicited Evidence" tab in an online account. It can speed up processing or clarify cases, but may also risk confusing officers, often recommended only for crucial updates like new joint documents or address changes.
Key Aspects of Unsolicited Evidence:
When to Submit: Applicants can submit additional evidence at any time until a decision is made, particularly useful for proving ongoing, bona fide relationships.
pls go ahead! you have nothing to lose and everything to gain by uploading your current joint taxes !
s lFeb 2, 2026
@clear Meeks thank you, hope the same for you as well
s lFeb 2, 2026
@Muna Chim I went ahead and uploaded our joint tax, hoping to hear from them soon
