USCIS Case Status Message Explorer

Did you get a USCIS case status update message? What is USCIS case status message "Card Was Destroyed"? What comes next and how long does it usually take? Explore the interactive chart below to find out! (Please note: Each USCIS case is unique and we cannot guarantee that your case will progress in a way that is represented here)

Last updated: Mar 11, 2026|Next scheduled update: Mar 12, 2026

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Card Was Destroyed

25% of cases received

Notice Was Returned To USCIS Because The Post Office Could Not Deliver It

13 Days on average

25% of cases received

New Card Is Being Produced

33 Days on average

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25% of cases received

Correspondence Was Received And USCIS Is Reviewing It

USCIS Case Status Message Explorer was created based on Lawfully-analyzed 191,419 cases of I-765 in All other applications for employment authorization category from the most recent year.

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Hello,

My lawyer sent back green card due to typographical error made by USCIS and it been 6months without any response from USCIS, the only notification I got was the old card was destroyed. Please any information on how to go about this issue will be greatly appreciated. Thanks 🙏