“Continuation Notice Was Mailed”on your I-485 · Green card from inside the U.S.


This notice is not common on an I-485. It may relate to a work permit or other benefit tied to your pending green card case. Read it closely to see what it says continues and for how long, and keep it with your I-485 receipt.
In general, on any form:
USCIS mailed you a notice about your case continuing. For some forms, this kind of notice is used as evidence that your status or benefit continues while the case is pending. It is not a final decision. Read the notice to see exactly what it covers and for how long.
This notice is not common on an I-485. It may relate to a work permit or other benefit tied to your pending green card case. Read it closely to see what it says continues and for how long, and keep it with your I-485 receipt.
A USCIS notice about your case or status continuing while it is pending. Read it to see what it covers.
For some forms, yes, together with your card. The notice will say.
No. A decision still has to be made.
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.
AI-assisted explanation based on the official USCIS status, reviewed by CaseAlerta. Not legal advice. Times are typical ranges, never an exact date.