If you have submitted an application or petition to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), you may be wondering how to check your USCIS case online. Fortunately, USCIS provides a simple and convenient online tool that allows you to track the progress of your case from the comfort of your home or office. In this blog, we will guide you through the process of checking your USCIS case status online and answer some common questions.

How to Check Your USCIS Case Status 

To check your USCIS case status,  you will need to have your unique 13-character receipt number. This receipt number is given to you by USCIS after they receive your application or petition. It is important to keep this number safe and secure as it is used to track your case throughout the process. Once you have your receipt number, you can check your USCIS case status in one of two ways: 

How to Check Your USCIS Case Status Online 

Step 1: Go to the USCIS website and click on the “Checking Your Case Status Online” link under the Tools section.

Step 2: Once you are on the Case Status Online landing page, enter your 13-character receipt number in the provided field. Make sure to omit dashes but include all other characters, including asterisks if they are listed on your notice as part of the receipt number.

Step 3: Click on the “Check Status” button to view the current status of your case.

The online system will show the last action taken on your case and will let you know the next steps, if applicable. You can also sign up for automated case status updates to receive notifications via email or text message.

How to Check USCIS Case Status By Phone 

If you are calling from within the United States, you can contact the USCIS National Customer Service Center at 1-800-375-5283. This number is toll-free.

If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you can use the TTY number 1-800-767-1833.

If you are calling from outside the United States, you can dial 212-620-3418 instead. Alternatively, you can contact a USCIS international field office. You can find a list of USCIS field offices and their contact information here.

Once you reach USCIS customer service, you will be asked to provide your USCIS receipt number. You can find this number on any correspondence you have received from USCIS regarding your case.

After providing your case number, you will be able to receive an update on the status of your case.

Wait times to speak to a USCIS customer service representative can sometimes be long, so be prepared to wait on hold. Additionally, USCIS updates its online case status system more frequently than its phone system, so you may want to check your case status online before calling.

FAQs about Checking Your USCIS Case Online

How do I find my USCIS receipt number?

Your USCIS receipt number is a unique 13-character identifier that is issued to you by USCIS after they receive your application or petition. You can find this number on any notices of action that USCIS has sent you, including the receipt notice, biometrics appointment notice, and interview appointment notice. If you have lost or misplaced your receipt number, you can try contacting USCIS at 1-800-375-5283 for assistance.

What are the different USCIS case statuses?

USCIS case statuses include acceptance, fingerprint fee received, fingerprints taken, request for additional evidence sent/received, actively reviewed, on hold, ready to be scheduled for an interview, scheduled for an interview, approved, card mailed/delivered, sent to the Department of State, and certificate of naturalization issued.

Who can check their USCIS status online?

If you have submitted an immigration application or petition with USCIS, you will be able to check your USCIS case status online or by phone. 

Wrapping Up Checking Your USCIS Case Status Online

Checking your USCIS case status online is a simple and convenient way to track the progress of your immigration application or petition. By following the steps outlined above, you can quickly and easily check the status of your case and receive automated updates. If you have any further questions or concerns about your case, you can visit the USCIS website or contact the USCIS Contact Center at 1-800-375-5283.

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