USCIS Status: “Notice of Intent to Deny Was Sent”
USCIS is planning to deny your case but giving you a chance to respond within 30 days
What does this status mean?
USCIS 'Notice of Intent to Deny Was Sent' means USCIS is planning to deny your case but giving you a chance to respond, this is more serious than a Request for Evidence, you typically have 30 days to respond with evidence addressing the specific grounds for intended denial
What should you do next?
- 1Log into my.uscis.gov and check your case status using receipt number
- 2Gather evidence to address the specific grounds for intended denial and submit it to USCIS within 30 days
- 3Consider consulting an immigration attorney to review your response
Typical timeline
30 days to respond, varies by form and service center
Frequently asked questions
what does notice intent deny mean uscis
USCIS 'Notice of Intent to Deny Was Sent' means USCIS is planning to deny your case but giving you a chance to respond within 30 days, you can appeal to the Administrative Appeals Office or file a motion to reopen or reconsider using Form I-290B
how long do I have to respond to a notice of intent to deny
You typically have 30 days to respond with evidence addressing the specific grounds for intended denial
can I appeal a denial after receiving a notice of intent to deny
If USCIS denies your case after the Notice of Intent to Deny, you can appeal to the Administrative Appeals Office or file a motion to reopen or reconsider using Form I-290B, call the USCIS Contact Center at 1-800-375-5283 for more information
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