USCIS Case Status Message Explorer

Did you get a USCIS case status update message? What is USCIS case status message "Case Was Sent To The Department of State"? 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 26, 2025|Next scheduled update: Apr 27, 2025

Case Was Sent To The Department of State

31% of cases received

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

65 Days on average

18% of cases received

Department of State Sent Case to USCIS For Review

233 Days on average

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Correspondence Was Received And USCIS Is Reviewing It

45 Days on average

USCIS Case Status Message Explorer was created based on Lawfully-analyzed 8,187 cases of I-730 in undefined category from the most recent year.

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I got approved on April 7 2025 my Case was sent to the department of state today please when will I get the welcome letter?

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now im confused.

april 4, uscis is working on your case april 7, i got my notice of approval april 10 today. i got another notice from uscis saying my case was sent to the department of state for visa processing. does this mean im getting the nvc email soon? or what? thankyou!