“Response To USCIS' Notice of Intent Was Received”on your I-698 · Legalization: temporary to permanent


USCIS received your reply to its notice of intent on the I-698. That notice means the officer was leaning toward denial, perhaps over residence or the citizenship skills rule. Get help from an immigration attorney or accredited representative if you have not.
In general, on any form:
USCIS received your response to a Notice of Intent, such as a Notice of Intent to Deny or to Revoke. The officer will review your response before making a final decision. This status confirms delivery, not the outcome. The decision can go either way.
USCIS received your reply to its notice of intent on the I-698. That notice means the officer was leaning toward denial, perhaps over residence or the citizenship skills rule. Get help from an immigration attorney or accredited representative if you have not.
It is a letter saying USCIS plans to deny the case and giving you a chance to respond first.
The officer reviews it and decides to approve, deny or ask for more.
Yes, it is a good idea. The stakes are high and the response matters a lot.
AI-assisted explanation based on the official USCIS status, reviewed by CaseAlerta. Not legal advice. Times are typical ranges, never an exact date.