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“Response To USCIS' Notice of Intent Was Received”on your I-829 · Remove conditions for EB-5 investors

USCIS has your rebuttal to a notice of intent to deny the I-829.
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WHICH STEP ARE YOU ON?
Receipt notice (extends your green card)
Biometrics
Review of the investment
Evidence (RFE) · here
Interview (rare)
Decision
10-year card mailed

What to do, in 4 steps

Keep a full copy of your response and the mailing receipt.
Watch for the decision notice.
Stay in touch with your attorney or accredited representative.
Plan your options in case the decision is not favorable.
74months
25 to 74 monthsTypical time for a complete I-829. USCIS published times. Typical ranges, never an exact date.
In this statusA decision often comes within weeks to a few months, but it varies.

What it means for your I-829

USCIS has your rebuttal to a notice of intent to deny the I-829. These notices usually focus on whether jobs were created or the investment was sustained. The officer will weigh your answer and project evidence before deciding. Stay in close touch with your EB-5 attorney.

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.

Avoid these mistakes

Sending new evidence again without being asked.
Assuming the response guarantees approval.

Quick questions

What does "Response To USCIS' Notice of Intent Was Received" mean on an I-829?

USCIS has your rebuttal to a notice of intent to deny the I-829. These notices usually focus on whether jobs were created or the investment was sustained. The officer will weigh your answer and project evidence before deciding. Stay in close touch with your EB-5 attorney.

What is a Notice of Intent to Deny (NOID)?

It is a letter saying USCIS plans to deny the case and giving you a chance to respond first.

What happens after my NOID response is received?

The officer reviews it and decides to approve, deny or ask for more.

Should I have a lawyer for a NOID?

Yes, it is a good idea. The stakes are high and the response matters a lot.

How long does an I-829 take?

The typical range published by USCIS is 25 to 74 months. It depends on the office and your case; it is not an exact date.

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Other statuses of your I-829

Request for Additional Evidence Was SentEvidence (RFE/NOID)Request For Initial Evidence Was SentEvidence (RFE/NOID)Response To USCIS' Request For Evidence 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-829 →

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.