USCIS Status: “Understanding Your Green Card Production Order Status”
Your green card is being produced and mailed by USCIS.
What does this status mean?
USCIS has ordered the production of your permanent resident card (green card) after reviewing and approving your Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status. This means that your case is now in the final stages of processing, and you can expect to receive your green card in the mail within 3-8 months at the Nebraska Service Center or 6-14 months at the Texas Service Center.
What should you do next?
- 1Log into my.uscis.gov and check your case status using receipt number [I-XXX-XX-XXXXXXX]
- 2Contact USCIS Customer Service at 1-800-375-5283 if you have any questions or concerns about your case, and be prepared to provide your receipt number and Form I-485 information.
- 3If you haven't already, make sure to update your address with USCIS to ensure you receive your green card in the mail.
Typical timeline
3-8 months at Nebraska Service Center, 6-14 months at Texas Service Center
Frequently asked questions
What does it mean when my USCIS case has a card production ordered status?
USCIS has ordered the production of your permanent resident card (green card) after reviewing and approving your Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status.
How long will it take for me to receive my green card after this update?
The processing time varies by service center, but you can expect to receive your green card within 3-8 months at the Nebraska Service Center or 6-14 months at the Texas Service Center.
I'm worried that I won't receive my green card on time. What should I do?
Don't worry! Contact USCIS Customer Service at 1-800-375-5283 and provide your receipt number and Form I-485 information. They can help you track the status of your case and answer any questions you may have.
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