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: Apr 4, 2026|Next scheduled update: Apr 5, 2026

Find out more about I-129 case processing times and trends across different service centers on our USCIS Case Processing Times & Trends page

Case Was Received

56% of cases received

Case Was Approved

74 Days on average

13% of cases received

Request for Additional Evidence Was Sent

96 Days on average

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11% of cases received

Request For Premium Processing Services Was Received

69 Days on average

4% of cases received

Case Was Received and A Receipt Notice Was Emailed

72 Days on average

USCIS Case Status Message Explorer was created based on Lawfully-analyzed 48,581 cases of I-129 in H-1B category from the most recent year.

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