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“Fingerprint Review Was Completed”on your I-800 · Hague adoption petition for a child

USCIS completed a fingerprint check tied to your adoption case.
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WHICH STEP ARE YOU ON?
Receipt notice · here
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

Keep checking your status for the next update.
Watch your mail for any interview or evidence request.
Keep your documents ready in case USCIS asks for more.
7months
4 to 7 monthsTypical time for a complete I-800. USCIS published times. Typical ranges, never an exact date.
In this statusThe next update can come in weeks or months; it varies by form and office.

What it means for your I-800

USCIS completed a fingerprint check tied to your adoption case. For Hague adoptions, these checks usually concern the adoptive parents and adults in the home. The officer can now continue reviewing whether this child qualifies as a Convention adoptee.

In general, on any form:

USCIS finished reviewing the results of your fingerprints. The FBI background check linked to your biometrics came back. This is a normal step, not a decision. Your case moves on to the next review stage.

Avoid these mistakes

Assuming this means approval is close.
Calling USCIS repeatedly when the case is still within normal processing time.

Quick questions

What does "Fingerprint Review Was Completed" mean on an I-800?

USCIS completed a fingerprint check tied to your adoption case. For Hague adoptions, these checks usually concern the adoptive parents and adults in the home. The officer can now continue reviewing whether this child qualifies as a Convention adoptee.

Does 'Fingerprint Review Was Completed' mean my background check is clear?

It means the fingerprint results were reviewed. It does not tell you the outcome of the whole case.

What comes after fingerprint review?

Usually more review, an interview, or a decision, depending on your form.

Can I travel now?

This status does not change your travel permission. Check your form's rules before leaving the country.

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.

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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.