USCIS Case Status Message Explorer

Did you get a USCIS case status update message? What is USCIS case status message "Case Was Approved"? 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 4, 2024|Next scheduled update: May 5, 2024

Find out more about I-130 case processing times and trends across different service centers on our USCIS Case Processing Times & Trends page

Case Was Approved

31% of cases received

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

23 Days on average

23% of cases received

Case Was Approved

1 Days on average

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18% of cases received

Case Was Sent To The Department of State

15 Days on average

16% of cases received

Duplicate Notice Was Mailed

22 Days on average

USCIS Case Status Message Explorer was created based on Lawfully-analyzed 81,053 cases of I-130 in IR-1/CR-1 category from the most recent year.

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my case was approved yesterday for Eb2 NIW. I don't know they next step cos I m in Nigeria. how much will I pay for the next stage

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How long does it take to be mailed to me?

Hello everyone, My I-765 was approved on April 16th. Since 4/17, the status has remained "Case was Approved". I am wondering when I can expect to receive my EAD card. I urgently need the EAD card because I have to travel abroad and will be using AP document to re-enter the United States. As a result, my F-1 student status will be invalidated upon my return. Therefore, I will need the EAD card to legally work in the U.S. My employment start date is May 13th, and I am anxious about whether I will receive the EAD card before then. If you have recently gone through a similar process, could you please share your experience with me? Specifically, I would like to know how long it took for you to receive your combo or EAD card after approval. Thank you in advance for your help and information.