USCIS Case Status Message Explorer

Did you get a USCIS case status update message? What is USCIS case status message "Premium Processing Fee Will Be Refunded"? 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)

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Last updated: Apr 11, 2026|Next scheduled update: Apr 12, 2026

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

Premium Processing Fee Will Be Refunded

24% of cases received

Fee Refund Was Mailed

42 Days on average

24% of cases received

Notice Explaining USCIS Actions Was Mailed

7 Days on average

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18% of cases received

Case Is Being Actively Reviewed By USCIS

181 Days on average

12% of cases received

226 Days on average

USCIS Case Status Message Explorer was created based on Lawfully-analyzed 48,777 cases of I-129 in H-1B category from the most recent year.

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