USCIS Case Status Message Explorer

Did you get a USCIS case status update message? What is USCIS case status message "Eligibility Notice Was Mailed"? 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 30, 2026|Next scheduled update: May 1, 2026

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Eligibility Notice Was Mailed

100% of cases received

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

1121 Days on average

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USCIS Case Status Message Explorer was created based on Lawfully-analyzed 96,573 cases of I-485 in IR-1/CR-1 category from the most recent year.

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I 360 eligibility notice was mailed on may 13 ,2025 what it means pleas tell me anybody knows thank you 🙏

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My i 360 was updated to "eligibility notice was mailed

submitted my application for 1360 on April 19 2022. A request for initial evidence was sent which I have responded to. I have received up to 3 prima facie. Today my status was updated to Eligiblity letter was mailed.. Has anyone received this recently?