USCIS Status: “Motion Was Received”
The Motion Was Received status indicates that USCIS has accepted and is reviewing your motion, which may have been submitted to address issues or provide additional information for your case
What does this status mean?
The Motion Was Received status is triggered when USCIS receives a motion from you or your representative, which could be a request to reconsider, reopen, or expedite your case, and it means that USCIS will review the motion and may request additional evidence or schedule an interview, after which a decision will be made on your case
What should you do next?
- 1Log into my.uscis.gov and check your case status using your receipt number
- 2Wait for USCIS to respond to your motion, which typically takes 30 days
- 3If you have an emergency, call the USCIS Contact Center at 1-800-375-5283 to request an urgent appointment
Typical timeline
The processing time for a motion can vary from 30 days to several months, depending on the service center and the complexity of the case, with the Nebraska Service Center taking around 3-8 months and the Texas Service Center taking around 6-14 months
Frequently asked questions
motion was received uscis
This status means USCIS has received your motion and will review it, and you can expect a response within 30 days, you can check your case status online using your receipt number, and if you have an emergency, you can call the USCIS Contact Center at 1-800-375-5283
uscis motion was received status
This status indicates that USCIS is reviewing your motion, and you should wait for their response, which may include a request for additional evidence or an interview, and if you have any questions or concerns, you can contact the USCIS Contact Center at 1-800-375-5283
how long does it take for uscis to process a motion
The processing time for a motion can vary from 30 days to several months, depending on the service center and the complexity of the case, with the Nebraska Service Center taking around 3-8 months and the Texas Service Center taking around 6-14 months, and you can check your case status online for updates
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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