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“Request For Initial Evidence Was Sent”on your I-526 · EB-5 direct investor petition

Your I-526 was missing something required from the start, such as proof the investment was made or committed, business formation papers, or source-of-funds documents.
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WHICH STEP ARE YOU ON?
Receipt notice
Review of investment and source of funds
Request for evidence (if needed) · here
Decision

What to do, in 5 steps

Read the notice and mark the deadline.
Send exactly what it lists, with the notice on top.
Keep copies of everything you send.
Use mail with tracking.
Ask an attorney or accredited representative if you do not understand what is missing.
letter
Your deadlineThe one on your letter. Do not miss it.
In this statusYou stay here until USCIS gets your response; the deadline is on the notice.

What it means for your I-526

Your I-526 was missing something required from the start, such as proof the investment was made or committed, business formation papers, or source-of-funds documents. The notice lists what to send. Respond before the deadline to avoid a denial.

In general, on any form:

USCIS mailed a notice asking for evidence that should have come with your filing. Something required was missing from the start, such as a document, photo or signature. The notice says what to send and the deadline. Answering on time keeps your case moving.

Avoid these mistakes

Ignoring the notice because it looks like a form letter.
Sending new originals you may need later instead of copies, when copies are allowed.

Quick questions

What does "Request For Initial Evidence Was Sent" mean on an I-526?

Your I-526 was missing something required from the start, such as proof the investment was made or committed, business formation papers, or source-of-funds documents. The notice lists what to send. Respond before the deadline to avoid a denial.

What is the difference between initial evidence and an RFE?

Initial evidence is something required with the original filing. An RFE asks for extra proof the officer needs.

What if I cannot get the document in time?

Send what you have with an explanation and proof you tried to get the rest.

Will my case be denied if I do not respond?

Usually yes. Not responding by the deadline often leads to denial.

How long does an I-526 take?

The typical range published by USCIS is 36 to 41 months. It depends on the office and your case; it is not an exact date.

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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.