How to Track Your Immigration Application

After you file Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will mail you letters with further instructions and case status updates. Using the application receipt number contained in such letters, you can also track your case status in real time and be informed of any changes immediately. The same options are also available to track related forms and applications such as an immigrant petition for a relative and the interim travel and work permits.

Case Status Feature

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  Enter your application receipt number in the search bar labeled "Check My Case Status" on the USCIS website.

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  Click on the "Check Status" button below the search bar. On the following page you will see several circles labeled: for example, acceptance, decision, initial review, post decision activity, and card/document production, representing different stages of the process. The blue circle is the current status of your application.

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  A short summary explains each stage of the application process. Roll the cursor over other circles to read about the next step(s).

Online Account

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  Visit the USCIS website and click on the "Sign-up for Case Updates" link contained on the left side of the home page.

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  Follow the instructions on the following page to set up an account by providing your contact information and application receipt number(s). Use this account to view the current status of all your applications at once.

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  Choose the "E-mail Alert On" and "Mobile Alert On" options to receive instant email and text notifications as soon as your case status changes.