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“Request for Additional Evidence Was Sent”on your I-290B · Appeal or motion on a denial

USCIS or the AAO asked for more evidence on your I-290B.
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WHICH STEP ARE YOU ON?
Receipt notice
Review by the office or the AAO
Evidence (RFE) · here
Decision

What to do, in 5 steps

Read the whole RFE and note the deadline printed on it.
Gather every item it asks for, in the order listed.
Put the RFE notice on top of your response packet.
Mail it with tracking well before the deadline.
On complex cases, talk to an immigration attorney or accredited representative.
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Your deadlineThe one on your letter. Do not miss it.
In this statusYou stay here until USCIS receives your response; the deadline is on your notice.

What it means for your I-290B

USCIS or the AAO asked for more evidence on your I-290B. This often concerns the original benefit, for example proof that was missing when the case was denied. Because an appeal is high stakes, answer fully by the deadline and consider help from an immigration attorney or accredited representative.

In general, on any form:

USCIS mailed you a Request for Evidence (RFE). The officer needs more documents or information before deciding. The notice lists exactly what is missing and the deadline to respond. An RFE is common and can be answered.

Avoid these mistakes

Missing the deadline, which usually leads to denial.
Sending only part of what was asked.
Not including the RFE cover page.

Quick questions

What does "Request for Additional Evidence Was Sent" mean on an I-290B?

USCIS or the AAO asked for more evidence on your I-290B. This often concerns the original benefit, for example proof that was missing when the case was denied. Because an appeal is high stakes, answer fully by the deadline and consider help from an immigration attorney or accredited representative.

What is an RFE?

A Request for Evidence. USCIS asks for more proof before making a decision.

How long do I have to answer an RFE?

The deadline is printed on the notice. Do not rely on a general rule; check your own notice.

Does an RFE mean my case will be denied?

No. Many cases with an RFE are later approved when the response is complete.

Other statuses of your I-290B

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