USCIS Case Status Message Explorer

Did you get a USCIS case status update message? What is USCIS case status message "Case Was Received"? 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 18, 2026|Next scheduled update: May 19, 2026

Find out more about I-140 case processing times and trends across different service centers on our USCIS Case Processing Times & Trends page

Case Was Received

40% of cases received

Case Was Approved

250 Days on average

21% of cases received

Request for Additional Evidence Was Sent

298 Days on average

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12% of cases received

Case Was Received and A Receipt Notice Was Sent

62 Days on average

8% of cases received

Request For Premium Processing Services Was Received

57 Days on average

USCIS Case Status Message Explorer was created based on Lawfully-analyzed 10,822 cases of I-140 in EB1-1 category from the most recent year.

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