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“Card Was Picked Up By The United States Postal Service”on your I-485 · Green card from inside the U.S.

USPS has your new green card.
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WHICH STEP ARE YOU ON?
Receipt notice
Biometrics appointment
Interview (often)
Decision
Green card produced and mailed · here

What to do, in 3 steps

Track the delivery with the USPS tracking number.
Make sure someone can receive mail at your address.
Sign up for USPS Informed Delivery to see mail before it arrives.
24months
16 to 24 monthsTypical time for a complete I-485. USCIS published times. Typical ranges, never an exact date.
In this statusDelivery usually happens within a few business days.

What it means for your I-485

USPS has your new green card. Delivery often requires a signature, so try to have someone at home. Use the tracking number on your status page. Once it arrives, you can stop carrying the I-485 receipt or work permit as proof; the green card replaces them.

In general, on any form:

The Postal Service picked up your card from USCIS and it is on its way. USPS tracking should show its progress. Delivery normally takes a few days. Nothing else is needed from you.

Avoid these mistakes

Ignoring a USPS notice that a signature is needed.
Not checking the mailbox for days.

Quick questions

What does "Card Was Picked Up By The United States Postal Service" mean on an I-485?

USPS has your new green card. Delivery often requires a signature, so try to have someone at home. Use the tracking number on your status page. Once it arrives, you can stop carrying the I-485 receipt or work permit as proof; the green card replaces them.

How long after USPS picks up the card will it arrive?

Usually a few business days.

Can I pick up the card at the post office?

If USPS leaves a notice, follow its instructions to arrange pickup or redelivery.

Tracking stopped updating. What do I do?

Wait a few days, then contact USPS and USCIS if it still does not move.

How long does an I-485 take?

The typical range published by USCIS is 16 to 24 months. It depends on the office and your case; it is not an exact date.

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Other statuses of your I-485

New Card Is Being ProducedCard and documentsCard Was Mailed To MeCard and documentsCard Was Delivered To Me By The Post OfficeCard and documentsCard Is Being Returned to USCIS by Post OfficeCard and documentsCard Was Returned To USCISCard and documentsCard Was Received By USCIS Along With My LetterCard and documentsCase Was ReceivedIntakeCase Was Received and A Receipt Notice Was SentIntakeCase Rejected Because I Sent An Incorrect FeeIntake

Every status of an I-485 →

This same status on other forms

I-765Work permit (EAD)Application for Employment AuthorizationI-751Remove conditions on 2-year green cardPetition to Remove Conditions on ResidenceI-90Renew or replace green cardApplication to Replace Permanent Resident CardI-821DDACA request or renewalConsideration of Deferred Action for Childhood ArrivalsI-821TPS application or re-registrationApplication for Temporary Protected StatusI-918U visa for crime victimsPetition for U Nonimmigrant StatusI-829Remove conditions for EB-5 investorsPetition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident StatusI-914T visa for trafficking victimsApplication for T Nonimmigrant StatusI-881NACARA relief for certain nationalsApplication for Suspension of Deportation or Special Rule Cancellation of Removal (NACARA 203)

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