USCIS case status

Case Was Approved And My Decision Was Emailed

Good news

What it means

USCIS approved your case and emailed the decision notice to the email address on the case, which may be your attorney's or representative's.

What happens next

Look for the email (check spam) or ask your attorney for it. If a card comes with this benefit, card production updates usually follow.

Informational only, not legal advice. Go by the notice USCIS sent you, and confirm deadlines and options with USCIS or an immigration attorney.

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FAQ

Questions people ask

Where is my emailed decision?+

It goes to the email address on the case. If you filed with an attorney or representative, that's often their email. Check spam, or ask your attorney.

Will I also get a paper approval notice?+

It depends on the case. Save and print the emailed notice either way.

Is this the same as 'Case Was Approved'?+

Yes, it's an approval. The difference is how the decision notice was delivered.

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