USCIS Status: “Appeal Was Received”
The USCIS has officially received your appeal and is currently processing it.
What does this status mean?
The USCIS received your appeal, which was filed on Form I-290B, Notice of Appeal or Motion, and is currently reviewing it to determine the next steps in your case. This status indicates that the appeal process has begun, and you can expect to receive updates on the progress of your appeal. During this time, the USCIS will review your case and may request additional evidence or information to support your appeal.
What should you do next?
- 1Log into my.uscis.gov and check your case status using your receipt number
- 2Submit a service request through your my.uscis.gov account if your case is outside normal processing times, which can be done after the published processing time for your form and field office has passed
- 3Call the USCIS Contact Center at 1-800-375-5283 for urgent matters, such as job loss due to EAD expiration or travel for a medical emergency
Typical timeline
The processing time for appeals varies by service center, with typical ranges of 3-8 months at the Nebraska Service Center and 6-14 months at the Texas Service Center, depending on the form type and the complexity of the case
Frequently asked questions
When did they receive the appeal USCIS
The USCIS received your appeal, and you can check the exact date of receipt by logging into your my.uscis.gov account and viewing your case status. You can also call the USCIS Contact Center at 1-800-375-5283 for more information.
What to expect during the processing period
During the processing period, the USCIS will review your appeal and may request additional evidence or information to support your case. You can expect to receive updates on the progress of your appeal, and you may be contacted by the USCIS for additional information or to schedule an interview.
How to stay informed about the status of your appeal
You can stay informed about the status of your appeal by logging into your my.uscis.gov account and checking your case status regularly. You can also call the USCIS Contact Center at 1-800-375-5283 for more information or to ask about the status of your appeal. Additionally, you can submit a service request through your my.uscis.gov account if your case is outside normal processing times.
Legal guidance
Questions about your case?
When a case status is unclear or has been pending for a while, a quick consultation with an immigration attorney can clarify your options.
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