USCIS Case Status Message Explorer

Did you get a USCIS case status update message? What is USCIS case status message "Card Was Produced"? 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: Jun 24, 2025|Next scheduled update: Jun 25, 2025

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Card Was Produced

54% of cases received

Card Was Delivered To Me By The Post Office

3 Days on average

39% of cases received

Card Was Picked Up By The United States Postal Service

1 Days on average

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7% of cases received

Card Is Being Returned to USCIS by Post Office

2 Days on average

USCIS Case Status Message Explorer was created based on Lawfully-analyzed 11,606 cases of I-485 in Refugee category from the most recent year.

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Green Card

Guys my husband’s green card came in the mail yesterday, I didn’t even know it was there. I have informed delivery from USPS so I’ll see my mail prior to them delivering them and that was not on there. I came home from work this morning, went to the mail box and it was there I was so surprised. His SS card came last week. I opened the green card, bought a little give box like one of those that you buy little necklaces and bracelets from TJ max and such. I put like heavy things in the bottom, then place green card on top and write a little note to my husband as if it’s a little gift I got him. He has no idea it’s here because we haven’t received any recent updates since we got the message that card was produced. I’m so sleepy, I have work later but I asked him to try and come home before I leave for work lol. I will be recording everything. Guys I wish you all the best and speedy positive responses. Thanks for your support.

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card was produced on April 24 and still nothing anyone have same problem

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INTERVIEW SCHEDULED

everything happened so fast even though I was worried about my EAD because it took so long then I call them on phone sometime few weeks ago and complain about my EAD taking so long and I was approved last week for EAD though I’m not sure if the call had any impact, then my card was produced yesterday as I got notification from USCIS , then today as I was heading out I got another email then i checked it was sent to my main account which I used for my I-130 and I-485 , low and behold they scheduled me for interview, please prays for me and wish me luck ….. exactly 4 months

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EAD card in hand! 12/2/24 submitted

Good morning everyone! My EAD card was delivered to me today. I was approved 3/29, card was produced 3/31 and mailed out 4/2. I'm am so thankful for a smooth process so far and I know the wait will be LONG but worth it for my VAWA to be approved. Next step is AP. a few months ago I was so lost without any idea what I would do without financial help for an attorney. I took it upon myself to look for options that I could do myself and I was able to do it all in a few days. for those of you wondering if an attorney is required to have a good case you can do it ALONE. I watched every VAWA YouTube video out there and did it! we got this my friends 🧡

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Green Card Time Line | Married to Green Card holder

Hi everyone! I wanted to share my green card journey with you all. My husband and I applied for my green card on November 25, 2021, and I became documentarily qualified on January 18, 2023. Due to a massive backlog, my priority date was no longer current, so I had to wait until it became current again, which finally happened with the Visa Bulletin for November 2024. I received my interview letter and had my medical exam on November 10, 2024. My green card interview took place on December 2, 2024 (in Frankfurt, Germany). Thankfully, my green card was approved, and my passport, with my immigration visa inside, was shipped back to me within a week, arriving on December 9, 2024. I entered the U.S. the very next day, on December 10, 2024. My green card was produced on February 9, 2025, shipped on February 15, 2025, and finally arrived today, February 21, 2025. It has been such a long journey, full of ups and downs, countless prayers, and moments of uncertainty. I still can’t believe it’s finally over, and I can now build a normal life with my husband.🥹💕 To those still waiting, I know how hard it is, but please try to stay positive and pray specifically for what you need. I’m keeping you all in my prayers! 🥹 #greencard #f2a #greencardholder #marrige

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card was produced

hi. today I got a notification that my card was produced Alhamdulillah. when can I expect to receive it? also what are the things I should be doing after receiving my green card aside from these things: 1. get unrestricted ssn 2. update employers my work eligibility 3. new drivers license thanks in advance