Case Was Received and A Receipt Notice Was Sent
Received
ReceivedPendingDecision
What it means for you
USCIS accepted the application and mailed a receipt notice (I-797C). Check your name, date of birth and address on it; the receipt number is used to track the case. A biometrics appointment usually follows.
What usually comes next
- Case Was Received and A Receipt Notice Was Sentyou are here
- Biometrics Appointment Was Scheduled
- Case Was Updated To Show Fingerprints Were Taken
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Updated November 4, 2026 · Source: status titles — USCIS Case Status Online