USCIS Case Status Message Explorer

Did you get a USCIS case status update message? What is USCIS case status message "Case Remains Pending"? 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 24, 2025|Next scheduled update: Apr 25, 2025

Find out more about I-485 case processing times and trends across different service centers on our USCIS Case Processing Times & Trends page

Case Remains Pending

68% of cases received

New Card Is Being Produced

121 Days on average

7% of cases received

Case is Ready to Be Scheduled for An Interview

151 Days on average

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7% of cases received

Request for Initial Evidence Was Sent

107 Days on average

6% of cases received

Case Was Updated To Show Fingerprints Were Taken

32 Days on average

USCIS Case Status Message Explorer was created based on Lawfully-analyzed 14,180 cases of I-485 in EB2-NIW category from the most recent year.

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