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: Sep 18, 2024|Next scheduled update: Sep 19, 2024

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

Case Was Reopened

30% of cases received

New Card Is Being Produced

41 Days on average

10% of cases received

Card Was Mailed To Me

4 Days on average

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10% of cases received

Case Transferred To Another Office

37 Days on average

10% of cases received

Case Remains Pending

25 Days on average

USCIS Case Status Message Explorer was created based on Lawfully-analyzed 12,292 cases of I-485 in EB2-NIW category from the most recent year.

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