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“Date of Birth Was Updated”on your I-800 · Hague adoption petition for a child

USCIS corrected a date of birth on your I-800, often the child's.
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WHICH STEP ARE YOU ON?
Receipt notice
Review by an officer
Request for evidence (if needed)
Decision
Case sent to the National Visa Center or consulate (if abroad)

What to do, in 3 steps

Check that the new date is exactly right.
Use the same date on all future forms.
Keep the birth certificate or document that supports it.
7months
4 to 7 monthsTypical time for a complete I-800. USCIS published times. Typical ranges, never an exact date.
In this statusThis is a quick update; the case usually moves on to its next step.

What it means for your I-800

USCIS corrected a date of birth on your I-800, often the child's. It must match the birth certificate and adoption documents from the child's country, since the consulate will compare them when issuing the visa.

In general, on any form:

USCIS changed the date of birth on your case record. This usually follows a correction request or new evidence. Your case continues with the corrected date. Any card or notice should now show it.

Avoid these mistakes

Mixing day and month order on forms.
Not checking the final card.

Quick questions

What does "Date of Birth Was Updated" mean on an I-800?

USCIS corrected a date of birth on your I-800, often the child's. It must match the birth certificate and adoption documents from the child's country, since the consulate will compare them when issuing the visa.

Why was my date of birth updated?

Usually because of a correction request or a document showing the right date.

Will this delay my case?

Usually not much.

What if it is still wrong?

Contact USCIS with your birth certificate or passport.

How long does an I-800 take?

The typical range published by USCIS is 4 to 7 months. It depends on the office and your case; it is not an exact date.

Other statuses of your I-800

Every status of an I-800 →

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.