Understanding how to check your USCIS case status online can provide reassurance and valuable updates on your immigration application's progress. Here's a guide on utilizing USCIS's e-notification service and checking your case status online.
When you submit certain forms to USCIS, you have the option to request e-notification of your application or petition's acceptance. By filing Form G-1145, E-Notification of Application/Petition Acceptance, along with your primary application, USCIS will send you an email and/or text message within 24 hours of accepting your form for processing.
This e-notification will include your receipt number but not any personal information. It will also guide you on how to obtain further case status information. Note that the acceptance date provided by USCIS might slightly differ from the date you mailed your form due to processing times.
The e-notification service is available for forms filed at the following USCIS Lockbox facilities:
Fortunately, this covers most forms filed with USCIS.
Requesting e-notification is straightforward and free. You can prepare a free G-1145 form in just a few seconds directly from the USCIS website. Simply place the Form G-1145 on top of your primary application when mailing it.
This process ensures you're promptly informed when USCIS begins processing your application, providing peace of mind and a starting point for tracking your case's progress.
Prepared on the information from citizenpath.com