USCIS Status: “Address Change Was Received”
USCIS has received your address change notification, which is crucial for receiving correspondence and benefits without delay
What does this status mean?
The 'Address Change Was Received' status is triggered when USCIS receives an address change notification from an applicant or their representative, which can be done through a USCIS online account or by filing a paper Form AR-11. This notification is essential for ensuring that applicants receive all correspondence and benefits related to their case without delay. After receiving the address change notification, USCIS will update the applicant's address in their system, which may take some time depending on the volume of cases and other factors
What should you do next?
- 1Log into your USCIS online account to confirm that your address has been updated
- 2Check your case status using your receipt number on the USCIS website
- 3If you have not received a confirmation of your address change, contact USCIS at 1-800-375-5283 for assistance
Typical timeline
The processing time for address changes can vary significantly based on the volume of cases and other factors, but applicants can typically expect to receive a confirmation of their address change within a few weeks to a few months at the Nebraska Service Center or Texas Service Center
Frequently asked questions
what does address change was received mean uscis
It means that USCIS has received your address change notification and will update your address in their system, which is essential for receiving correspondence and benefits related to your case without delay
how to change my address with uscis
You can change your address with USCIS by submitting a paper Form AR-11 or by using the self-service change of address tool available in your USCIS online account, which is the preferred method
do i need to notify uscis of a change of address if i am a visa waiver visitor
No, as a visa waiver visitor, you are not required to report a change of address to USCIS, but it is still recommended that you update your address with the U.S. Postal Service to ensure that you receive any important correspondence
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