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

This notice is not common on an I-485.
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WHICH STEP ARE YOU ON?
Receipt notice
Biometrics appointment
Interview (often)
Decision
Green card produced and mailed

What to do, in 4 steps

Read the notice and note any validity dates.
Keep it with your card or status documents.
Show it to employers or agencies if it serves as proof.
Keep checking your status for the decision.
24months
16 to 24 monthsTypical time for a complete I-485. USCIS published times. Typical ranges, never an exact date.
In this statusThe case often stays pending for months after this notice; it varies.

What it means for your I-485

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.

Avoid these mistakes

Thinking it is an approval.
Ignoring the end date on the notice.

Quick questions

What does "Continuation Notice Was Mailed" mean on an I-485?

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.

What is a continuation notice?

A USCIS notice about your case or status continuing while it is pending. Read it to see what it covers.

Can I use it as proof of status?

For some forms, yes, together with your card. The notice will say.

Does it mean my case was approved?

No. A decision still has to be made.

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.

Other statuses of your I-485

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This same status on other forms

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