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Case Was Rejected

USCIS rejected your application. It was not accepted into the system.

A rejection is different from a denial. Your application was not entered into USCIS systems, usually due to missing signature, incorrect fee, or filing the wrong form version. Your package and fee (minus a small processing fee) will be returned.

Worry Level

4/10

Typical Timeline

1-2 weeks for returned package

What You Should Do

Review the rejection notice carefully. Correct the issue and refile.

Applies To

I-485, I-130, I-765, I-131, N-400, I-140

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📍 Status Flow

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🎯 Common Outcomes

Refiling RequiredFee Refund (partial)

?Frequently Asked Questions

Can USCIS Request a Second RFE?

Yes, USCIS can issue multiple RFEs if the first response is insufficient or if new issues arise during review. However, this is uncommon. More typically, if the first RFE response is inadequate, USCIS may issue a Notice of Intent to Deny (NOID) rather than a second RFE.

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🚀 What Happens Next?

No specific guide available for this status yet.

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Accuracy: Definitions are based on publicly available USCIS materials and community-reported patterns. We do not guarantee that your case will follow the typical path described here.