“Request for Additional Evidence Was Sent”on your I-90 · Renew or replace green card
I-90 RFEs often ask for proof of a legal name change, a copy of the old card, or evidence you have kept living in the U.S., especially after long trips abroad.
I-90 RFEs often ask for proof of a legal name change, a copy of the old card, or evidence you have kept living in the U.S., especially after long trips abroad. Send each item listed before the deadline. If USCIS questions whether you abandoned residence, speak with an immigration attorney.
In general, on any form:
USCIS mailed you a Request for Evidence (RFE). The officer needs more documents or information before deciding. The notice lists exactly what is missing and the deadline to respond. An RFE is common and can be answered.
I-90 RFEs often ask for proof of a legal name change, a copy of the old card, or evidence you have kept living in the U.S., especially after long trips abroad. Send each item listed before the deadline. If USCIS questions whether you abandoned residence, speak with an immigration attorney.
A Request for Evidence. USCIS asks for more proof before making a decision.
The deadline is printed on the notice. Do not rely on a general rule; check your own notice.
No. Many cases with an RFE are later approved when the response is complete.
The typical range published by USCIS is 8 to 10 months. It depends on the office and your case; it is not an exact date.
AI-assisted explanation based on the official USCIS status, reviewed by CaseAlerta. Not legal advice. Times are typical ranges, never an exact date.