USCIS Case Status Message Explorer

Did you get a USCIS case status update message? What is USCIS case status message "Case Was Reopened"? 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 16, 2025|Next scheduled update: May 17, 2025

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Case Was Reopened

26% of cases received

New Card Is Being Produced

6 Days on average

22% of cases received

Case Was Approved

< 1 Day on average

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11% of cases received

Card Was Mailed To Me

2 Days on average

10% of cases received

Card Is Being Produced

1 Days on average

USCIS Case Status Message Explorer was created based on Lawfully-analyzed 166,971 cases of I-765 in All other applications for employment authorization category from the most recent year.

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I-290B

my I-290b was approved today and case was reopened.Do anyone know have any experience or know a general timeline of how long it would take from this point on to get approval #i290b #greencard #i485 #i-765 #i-485

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guys what does it mean case was reopen after I respond to a rfe that was medical on my I-485 and bare in mind my I-485 wasn’t denied . but I got an updated saying my I-485 was reopened

guys good night what does it mean case was reopened after I respond to a rfe that was a medical on my I-485 and bare in mind my I-485 wasn’t denied . but I got an update saying my I-485 was reopened ?

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Wait time after RFE response in non-premium processing

Hey everyone, I wanted to ask those waiting for a decision after submitting their RFE response in non-premium processing: How long has it taken you recently to get a decision after submitting your response, or how long have you been waiting so far? My case was reopened 68 days ago after an incorrect denial, and I’ve been waiting since then for TSC to review my RFE response, which was submitted on September 4th. I’d really appreciate hearing about your experiences—thank you!

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they said card is being produced and today tyey said case was reopened what could be the reason so frustrating and confused any suggestions from lawfully family 😢

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GREEN CARD ON HAND!!

Reposting this for people with similar situation. My case was reopened TWICE, what a roller coaster feeling. 🤯 Today I finally got my green card in the mail. COMPLETE TIMELINE: October 30, 2024 Green Card Delivered October 24, 2024 Card Was Mailed To Me October 24, 2024 We reopened your Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status. October 22, 2024 We approved your Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status. October 21, 2024 We ordered your new card. October 18, 2024 We reopened your Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, and are reconsidering our earlier decision. October 18, 2024 We ordered your new card. August 14, 2024 Tranferred to Fresno Field Office July 24, 2024 The fingerprints relating to your Form I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, were taken. August 11, 2023 We accepted the fingerprint fee for your Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status. Our National Benefits Center location is working on your case.

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EAD: My case change status from card is being produced to reopened

My case was updated to producing new card yesterday and then this morning to case was reopened. Anyones have been through this situation? At this point I don’t know if I should expect for a card or not. #eadreopened