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“Case Was Updated To Show That No One Appeared for In-Person Processing”on your I-956 · Become an EB-5 regional center

USCIS recorded a missed in-person appointment on this regional center case, likely a biometrics visit for a person involved.
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What to do, in 4 steps

Contact USCIS right away to explain and ask for a new appointment.
Gather proof of why you missed it, such as medical records or mail problems.
Update your address if the notice went to an old one.
Talk to an immigration attorney or accredited representative, since the case may be denied.
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Your deadlineThe one on your letter. Do not miss it.
In this statusThis varies; USCIS may reschedule or decide the case, so act right away.

What it means for your I-956

USCIS recorded a missed in-person appointment on this regional center case, likely a biometrics visit for a person involved. This can delay or harm the designation. Contact USCIS quickly to reschedule, and inform your EB-5 counsel.

In general, on any form:

USCIS recorded that you did not attend a scheduled in-person appointment, such as an interview or biometrics. Missing a required appointment can lead to denial for abandonment. If you had a good reason or never got the notice, act quickly. The deadline to respond can be short.

Avoid these mistakes

Waiting to see what happens instead of acting.
Not keeping proof of the reason for missing the appointment.

Quick questions

What does "Case Was Updated To Show That No One Appeared for In-Person Processing" mean on an I-956?

USCIS recorded a missed in-person appointment on this regional center case, likely a biometrics visit for a person involved. This can delay or harm the designation. Contact USCIS quickly to reschedule, and inform your EB-5 counsel.

I missed my appointment. Is my case denied?

Not automatically, but it can be denied as abandoned. Contact USCIS quickly.

I never received the appointment notice. What do I do?

Tell USCIS, update your address, and ask for a new appointment.

Can I get a new appointment?

Often yes, if you act quickly and have a good reason.

How long does an I-956 take?

The typical range published by USCIS is 25 to 44 months. It depends on the office and your case; it is not an exact date.

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Other statuses of your I-956

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 WaivedIntakeCase Was Rejected Because It Was Improperly FiledIntakeFingerprint Fee Was ReceivedBiometricsFingerprint Review Was CompletedBiometrics

Every status of an I-956 →

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.