USCIS Case Status Message Explorer

Did you get a USCIS case status update message? What is USCIS case status message "Case Was Denied"? 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: Aug 14, 2026|Next scheduled update: Aug 15, 2026

Find out more about I-765 case processing times and trends across different service centers on our USCIS Case Processing Times & Trends page

Case Was Denied

24% of cases received

Case Was Denied

3 Days on average

22% of cases received

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

26 Days on average

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6% of cases received

New Card Is Being Produced

76 Days on average

6% of cases received

Approval Case Decision Rendered

64 Days on average

USCIS Case Status Message Explorer was created based on Lawfully-analyzed 200,067 cases of I-765 in All other applications for employment authorization category from the most recent year.

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