Case Is Still Being Processed By USCIS
Pending
PendingDecision
What it means for you
The case is still in progress; there is no decision yet. If your filing date is earlier than the “Receipt date for a case inquiry” on the USCIS processing times page for your form and office, you can send USCIS an inquiry (e-Request).
Useful
More statuses in “Pending”
- USCIS Is currently Processing the Case
- Case Was Updated To Show Fingerprints Were Taken
- Next Step Is Adjudication
- Next Step Is an Interview
- Interview Was Scheduled
This is general information, not legal advice. The status name is word for word as USCIS shows it; the explanation is written by the I-GUIDE team. How we write status explanations
Updated November 4, 2026 · Source: status titles — USCIS Case Status Online