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“New Card Is Being Produced”on your I-918 · U visa for crime victims

For an I-918, the card being produced is a work permit (EAD).
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What to do, in 3 steps

Confirm USCIS has your current mailing address.
Make sure your name appears on your mailbox.
Wait for the 'Card Was Mailed' update with tracking.
28months
22 to 28 monthsTypical time for a complete I-918. USCIS published times. Typical ranges, never an exact date.
In this statusCard production usually takes from a few days to a few weeks.

What it means for your I-918

For an I-918, the card being produced is a work permit (EAD). It may come from a bona fide determination, a waiting-list placement, or final U-1 approval. Check the related notice to see which one. Confirm your mailing address is current so the card reaches you.

In general, on any form:

USCIS ordered your card to be printed. This happens after approval for green cards, work permits and similar cards. The card will be mailed once it is made. Your case decision is already done.

Avoid these mistakes

Changing address now without telling USCIS.
Assuming the card will be forwarded by the post office; cards are often not forwarded.

Quick questions

What does "New Card Is Being Produced" mean on an I-918?

For an I-918, the card being produced is a work permit (EAD). It may come from a bona fide determination, a waiting-list placement, or final U-1 approval. Check the related notice to see which one. Confirm your mailing address is current so the card reaches you.

Is my case approved if the card is being produced?

Yes. A card is produced only after approval.

How long until the card is mailed?

Usually days to a few weeks.

What if I moved?

Update your address with USCIS right away, because the post office may not forward the card.

How long does an I-918 take?

The typical range published by USCIS is 22 to 28 months. It depends on the office and your case; it is not an exact date.

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Other statuses of your I-918

Card Was Mailed To MeCard and documentsCard Was Picked Up By The United States Postal ServiceCard and documentsCard Was Delivered To Me By The Post OfficeCard and documentsCard Is Being Returned to USCIS by Post OfficeCard and documentsCard Was Returned To USCISCard and documentsCard Was Received By USCIS Along With My LetterCard and documentsCase Was ReceivedIntakeCase Was Received and A Receipt Notice Was SentIntakeCase Rejected Because I Sent An Incorrect FeeIntake

Every status of an I-918 →

This same status on other forms

I-485Green card from inside the U.S.Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust StatusI-765Work permit (EAD)Application for Employment AuthorizationI-751Remove conditions on 2-year green cardPetition to Remove Conditions on ResidenceI-90Renew or replace green cardApplication to Replace Permanent Resident CardI-821DDACA request or renewalConsideration of Deferred Action for Childhood ArrivalsI-821TPS application or re-registrationApplication for Temporary Protected StatusI-829Remove conditions for EB-5 investorsPetition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident StatusI-914T visa for trafficking victimsApplication for T Nonimmigrant StatusI-881NACARA relief for certain nationalsApplication for Suspension of Deportation or Special Rule Cancellation of Removal (NACARA 203)

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