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“Interview Was Scheduled”on your I-130 · Petition for a family member

For a family petition, both the petitioner and the relative usually must attend.
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WHICH STEP ARE YOU ON?
Receipt notice
Review by an officer
Request for evidence (if needed)
Interview · here
Decision
Case sent to the National Visa Center or consulate (if abroad)

What to do, in 5 steps

Read the appointment notice and write down the date, time and address.
Prepare originals and copies of every document listed.
Plan to arrive early with a government photo ID.
If you truly cannot attend, ask to reschedule before the date.
Consider talking to an attorney or accredited representative if your case has complications.
letter
Your deadlineThe one on your letter. Do not miss it.
In this statusThe interview date is on your notice; this status stays until the interview happens.

What it means for your I-130

For a family petition, both the petitioner and the relative usually must attend. In marriage cases the officer may ask each spouse about daily life, and sometimes interviews them separately. Bring originals of your marriage or birth certificates and the documents listed on the appointment notice.

In general, on any form:

USCIS set a date, time and place for your interview. The appointment notice is in the mail or in your online account. Going to this interview is required. Missing it can lead to denial of your case.

Avoid these mistakes

Not showing up and not asking to reschedule.
Bringing copies but no originals.
Giving answers that differ from the application without explaining why.

Quick questions

What does "Interview Was Scheduled" mean on an I-130?

For a family petition, both the petitioner and the relative usually must attend. In marriage cases the officer may ask each spouse about daily life, and sometimes interviews them separately. Bring originals of your marriage or birth certificates and the documents listed on the appointment notice.

Where can I see my interview date?

On the appointment notice mailed to you, and often in your USCIS online account.

Can I bring a lawyer to my interview?

Yes. You may bring an attorney or accredited representative who has filed a Form G-28.

What happens if I miss the interview?

USCIS may consider the case abandoned and deny it. Contact USCIS right away if you missed it.

How long does an I-130 take?

The typical range published by USCIS is 25 to 34 months. It depends on the office and your case; it is not an exact date.

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Other statuses of your I-130

Case Is Ready To Be Scheduled For An InterviewInterview and oathInterview Was Completed And My Case Must Be ReviewedInterview and oathInterview Was RescheduledInterview and oathCase Was Updated To Show That No One Appeared for In-Person ProcessingInterview and oathCase Was ReceivedIntakeCase Was Received and A Receipt Notice Was SentIntakeCase Rejected Because I Sent An Incorrect FeeIntakeCase Was Received and A Receipt Notice Was EmailedIntakeCase Accepted By The USCIS LockboxIntake

Every status of an I-130 →

This same status on other forms

I-485Green card from inside the U.S.Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust StatusN-400Become a U.S. citizenApplication for NaturalizationI-751Remove conditions on 2-year green cardPetition to Remove Conditions on ResidenceI-589Asylum applicationApplication for Asylum and for Withholding of RemovalN-600Proof of citizenship through parentsApplication for Certificate of CitizenshipI-730Bring family of refugees or asyleesRefugee/Asylee Relative PetitionN-600KCitizenship for child living abroadApplication for Citizenship and Issuance of Certificate Under Section 322I-881NACARA relief for certain nationalsApplication for Suspension of Deportation or Special Rule Cancellation of Removal (NACARA 203)N-336Appeal a citizenship denialRequest for a Hearing on a Decision in Naturalization Proceedings

AI-assisted explanation based on the official USCIS status, reviewed by CaseAlerta. Not legal advice. Times are typical ranges, never an exact date.