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“Name Was Updated”on your I-914 Supplement A · T visa for family members

The name on this Supplement A record was updated.
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WHICH STEP ARE YOU ON?
Receipt notice
Review by an officer
Request for evidence (if needed)
Decision
Approval notice mailed

What to do, in 3 steps

Check the new name is spelled exactly right.
Use the same name on future forms.
Keep the document that supports the name change.
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USCIS does not publish a single range for this form.Typical time for a complete I-914 Supplement A. 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-914 Supplement A

The name on this Supplement A record was updated. Make sure it matches the relative's passport or identity document and the relationship documents, because the consulate or USCIS will need to match them for a visa or work permit.

In general, on any form:

USCIS updated the name on your case record. This often follows a correction request or new documents like a marriage certificate. Your case keeps moving with the new name. Any card or notice should now show it.

Avoid these mistakes

Using different name spellings across forms.
Not checking the final card for the right name.

Quick questions

What does "Name Was Updated" mean on an I-914 Supplement A?

The name on this Supplement A record was updated. Make sure it matches the relative's passport or identity document and the relationship documents, because the consulate or USCIS will need to match them for a visa or work permit.

Why does my status say 'Name Was Updated'?

USCIS changed the name on your record, usually because of a correction or new document.

Will this delay my case?

Usually not much. The case continues with the updated name.

What if the new name is still wrong?

Contact USCIS again with proof of the correct name.

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Other statuses of your I-914 Supplement A

Case Was Transferred And A New Office Has JurisdictionAdministrativeNotice Explaining USCIS Actions Was MailedAdministrativeExpedite Request ReceivedAdministrativeDuplicate Notice Was MailedAdministrativeNotice Was Returned To USCIS Because The Post Office Could Not Deliver ItAdministrativeDate of Birth Was UpdatedAdministrativeContinuation Notice Was MailedAdministrativeExpedite Request DeniedAdministrativeCase Was ReceivedIntake

Every status of an I-914 Supplement A →

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.