USCIS Case Status Message Explorer

Did you get a USCIS case status update message? What is USCIS case status message "Card Was Returned To USCIS"? 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: May 15, 2025|Next scheduled update: May 16, 2025

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Card Was Returned To USCIS

79% of cases received

Card Was Mailed To Me

8 Days on average

9% of cases received

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

6 Days on average

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5% of cases received

Card Was Returned To USCIS

2 Days on average

5% of cases received

Duplicate Notice Was Mailed

8 Days on average

USCIS Case Status Message Explorer was created based on Lawfully-analyzed 14,540 cases of I-485 in EB1-1 category from the most recent year.

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Hey guys my card was returned to USCIS because they send to the wrong address, I did the re-send request, how long does this take them to deliver my card? thanks in advance

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Guys I need your opinion, my green card was going to be delivered yesterday, but USPS could not deliver it and notification as the card will be returned to the sender. Today I went to the post office and they delivered it to me. but my uscis account says that card was returned to USCIS. Today I spoke with Emma to report that I already have the card in my hands so that my USCIS account can be updated, but the agent tells me that there is no problem, that my card will not be deactivated. suggestions?

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Card was returned to USCIS: USPS claimed that it wasn’t deliverable! I filed an e-request for re-delivery. Does anyone knows how long does it take?

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card was returned to USCIS

On June 29, 2023, the Post Office returned your new card for Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, Receipt Number ******, to us. We mailed your card to the address you gave us, but the Post Office could not deliver it. The tracking number assigned is ********. You can use your tracking number at www.USPS.com in the Quick Tools Track a Package section. We will destroy your new card if we do not receive an address update by September 19, 2023 I picked up my card from USPS office , but still this .notification is showing on USCIS website. Is there anything I should have to do ?

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Card Was Returned To USCIS

Hey there, Happy Wednesday everyone ! My card was returned to USCIS. I need an advice, what should I do next ? Thank you!

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EAD returned to USCIS

My EAD card was returned to USCIS because they sent it to a wrong address. USCIS confirmed receipt a day ago. can someone tell me the process to get the card sent again? I know I need to file an e-request, but want to be double sure of the exact one to file. is it “the lost card” e-request? if anyone has detailed help, I would really appreciate the guidance :) #ead #eaddelivery