What does it mean when USCIS is actively reviewing your case I 130?

USCIS must thoroughly review your case before deciding whether to approve or deny you. Unfortunately, this active review stage begins when the assigned reviewer receives your file and lasts until they request more information or make a decision.

How long after case is being actively reviewed by USCIS I-130?

After filing Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, the approval process can take anywhere from 6 to 12 months for immediate relatives and could take several years for family preference categories. This is an approximation.

How long does case is being actively reviewed by USCIS take?

AAO appellate review: The AAO strives to complete its appellate review within 180 days from the time it receives a complete case record after the initial field review. Some cases may take longer than 180 days due to factors beyond the AAO's control.

What does it mean when USCIS is actively reviewing your I-130?

Q: What does it mean when your case is being actively reviewed by USCIS I 130? A: It means your case is assigned to someone who is reviewing it to see what more information is needed, and if all the requirements are met. Basically, they got around to the case and it's not in the huge pile waiting.

How do I know if my I-130 is approved?

You can check your I-130 petition's status, and if you notice that your online case status is “approved,” but you still haven't received your NOA2, you can contact USCIS at 1-800-375-5283.

What does "Case Under Active Review" mean?

How long does it take for I-130 to be approved 2022?

For instance, the processing time of Form I-130 for U.S. Citizens filing for a spouse, parent, or child under the age of 21 are as follows: California Service Center: 8.5 months on average.

How can I speed up my I-130 processing time?

You can generally request expedited processing by calling the USCIS Contact Center at 800-375-5283 (TTY 800-767-1833) or by asking Emma after you have obtained a receipt notice. (You can access Emma by clicking on the Ask Emma icon on the top right of this page).

What comes after your case is being actively reviewed by USCIS?

According to Lawfully's data analysis of USCIS case status message updates, among the people who received the status message "Case Is Being Actively Reviewed By USCIS," the most probable next update message is "Case Approved," (at 78%) after an average of 62 days.

How long does it take to get interview after I-130 approved?

This depends on your visa classification and the U.S. Consulate where you will be having an interview. It could take a couple weeks or a couple of years—especially after closures due to covid-19, many Consulates and Embassies are extremely backlogged with cases.

Can you visit us while I-130 is pending?

If your spouse or other family member has filed an I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, on your behalf, then it may be challenging to convince a consular officer that you do not have “immigrant intent” in the US. Nevertheless, it is possible to visit the US with a pending I-130, and we have seen many clients do it.

Can a lawyer speed up the immigration process?

An immigration lawyer cannot magically speed up your applications process once it has been submitted, however by hiring an immigration lawyer you can greatly decrease your chances of unnecessary delays caused by mistakes in your application.

What happens after I-130 is processed?

Once USCIS approves your I-130 application, your application will be sent to the U.S. Department of State's National Visa Center (NVC) for processing. If your family member's case is not subject to immediate processing, your I-130 application will remain with NVC until processing begins.

Can I-130 be approved without interview?

Generally, the Form I-130 petitioner must attend an interview with the principal's adjustment of status applicant, as well as all derivative applicants regardless of filing category.

Can I travel after I-130 is approved?

No, unfortunately the spouse seeking a green card is expected to remain abroad until their green card is approved. Once their green card is approved, they have 6 months to enter the United States.

Is USCIS speeding up in 2022?

Applications for advance parole saw a large increase in processing times, from 4.6 months in FY 2020 to 7.2 months in FY 2022.

Do I-130 get denied?

Yes, the I-130, like any other visa petition, can also be denied. USCIS denies thousands of such petitions every year – and while the reasons may vary, some of them may be easily avoided.

Can I-130 be rejected?

If you didn't provide enough information for USCIS to make a decision, they may deny your Form I-130. Most likely, USCIS will issue a Request for Evidence (RFE) before the I-130 denial. If you fail to respond to the RFE or do not provide an adequate response, USCIS may deny the visa petition at that time.

How long does it take USCIS to make a decision?

USCIS has 120 days from the date of the initial naturalization interview to issue a decision. If the decision is not issued within 120 days of the interview, an applicant may request judicial review of his or her application in district court.

How long is the processing time for I 130?

Form I-130 Processing Times

For immediate relatives (spouse, unmarried child under 21 or parent) of a U.S. citizen living abroad, the wait times for Form I-130 are currently between 9-13 months. For those living in the U.S., the processing time is currently 12-27.

How much does a U.S. immigration lawyer cost?

Hourly rate – Immigration lawyers usually charge $100 to $600 per hour. It usually comes with consultation or immigration court proceedings, for example: removal proceedings.

How long does it take for immigration to make a decision on case?

As a matter of regulation, USCIS has 120 days to issue a decision. If no decision is issued after 120 days, the applicant may request judicial review of his/her application in U.S. Federal District Court. Genesis Law Firm, PLLC handle these requests for judicial review on delayed Naturalization decisions.

Can immigration judge approve I-130?

Once USCIS approves the I-130, the immigration judge will accept and make a decision on Form I-485, Application to Adjust Status or Register Permanent Residence. When reviewing the I-485, the immigration judge may apply special rules for people adjusting status in court rather than through USCIS.

Can I apply for green card while I-130 is pending?

You still have the option to file your I-485 application any time after your petitioner files a Form I-130, for you, as long as it has not been denied. Generally, you will need to submit a copy of Form I-797, Notice of Action, with your Form I-485, that shows the Form I-130 petition is either pending or approved.

What else should I file after my I-130 is pending?

If you are in the United States after USCIS approves the I-130 petition, you'll probably want to file an adjustment of status package. The adjustment package generally includes several mandatory USCIS forms and some optional forms.