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“Response To USCIS' Request For Evidence Was Received”on your I-817 · Family Unity protection

USCIS has your evidence for the I-817.
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WHICH STEP ARE YOU ON?
Receipt notice
Biometrics
Review by an officer
Request for evidence (if needed) · here
Decision

What to do, in 3 steps

Keep your mailing receipt and copies of your response.
Watch for the next status update.
Wait for the normal review time before asking about it.
46months
7 to 46 monthsTypical time for a complete I-817. USCIS published times. Typical ranges, never an exact date.
In this statusA decision or next step often comes within weeks to a few months, but it varies.

What it means for your I-817

USCIS has your evidence for the I-817. If it proves your relationship to your legalized family member and your residence in the U.S., the next step is usually approval of Family Unity protection. Keep copies of everything you sent in case it is requested again.

In general, on any form:

USCIS received the documents you sent in response to its request. Your case goes back to the officer for review. This status confirms delivery, not approval. The officer may decide, ask for more, or schedule another step.

Avoid these mistakes

Sending extra documents again without being asked.
Assuming approval will follow automatically.

Quick questions

What does "Response To USCIS' Request For Evidence Was Received" mean on an I-817?

USCIS has your evidence for the I-817. If it proves your relationship to your legalized family member and your residence in the U.S., the next step is usually approval of Family Unity protection. Keep copies of everything you sent in case it is requested again.

How long after my RFE response will USCIS decide?

It varies. Many cases see an update within a few months.

Can I add documents after my response was received?

Generally USCIS decides on what it has. Send more only if USCIS asks.

Is this status good news?

It is neutral. It confirms your response arrived on time.

How long does an I-817 take?

The typical range published by USCIS is 7 to 46 months. It depends on the office and your case; it is not an exact date.

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Other statuses of your I-817

Request for Additional Evidence Was SentEvidence (RFE/NOID)Request For Initial Evidence Was SentEvidence (RFE/NOID)Response To USCIS' Notice of Intent Was ReceivedEvidence (RFE/NOID)Case Was ReceivedIntakeCase Was Received and A Receipt Notice Was SentIntakeCase Rejected Because I Sent An Incorrect FeeIntakeCase Was Received and A Receipt Notice Was EmailedIntakeCase Accepted By The USCIS LockboxIntakeFees Were WaivedIntake

Every status of an I-817 →

This same status on other forms

I-485Green card from inside the U.S.Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust StatusI-130Petition for a family memberPetition for Alien RelativeI-765Work permit (EAD)Application for Employment AuthorizationN-400Become a U.S. citizenApplication for NaturalizationI-131Travel permit or reentry permitApplication for Travel Documents, Parole Documents, and Arrival/Departure RecordsI-751Remove conditions on 2-year green cardPetition to Remove Conditions on ResidenceI-90Renew or replace green cardApplication to Replace Permanent Resident CardI-129FK-1 fiancé(e) visa petitionPetition for Alien Fiancé(e)I-140Employment-based green card petitionImmigrant Petition for Alien Workers

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