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“Case Was Updated To Show Fingerprints Were Taken”on your I-956G · EB-5 regional center yearly report

Fingerprints were recorded for someone linked to this annual statement case.
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WHICH STEP ARE YOU ON?
Receipt notice · here
Review by an officer
Decision

What to do, in 3 steps

Keep the stamped appointment notice from your visit.
Keep checking your status for the next update.
Watch your mail for an interview or evidence request.
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USCIS does not publish a single range for this form.Typical time for a complete I-956G. USCIS published times. Typical ranges, never an exact date.
In this statusThe next update can take weeks to months; it varies by form.

What it means for your I-956G

Fingerprints were recorded for someone linked to this annual statement case. Background checks can now run. The review of the center's projects and investor funds for the fiscal year continues separately. Keep the stamped appointment notice in the compliance file.

In general, on any form:

USCIS recorded that your fingerprints and photo were taken at your biometrics appointment. Your background checks can now run. This is a normal step, not a decision. The case moves on to review.

Avoid these mistakes

Expecting a decision within days.
Throwing away the stamped biometrics notice.

Quick questions

What does "Case Was Updated To Show Fingerprints Were Taken" mean on an I-956G?

Fingerprints were recorded for someone linked to this annual statement case. Background checks can now run. The review of the center's projects and investor funds for the fiscal year continues separately. Keep the stamped appointment notice in the compliance file.

What does 'Fingerprints Were Taken' mean?

USCIS confirmed you completed biometrics. Your background check can proceed.

How long after fingerprints is a decision made?

It varies widely by form and office.

Why does this update appear days after my appointment?

USCIS systems often update a few days after the visit.

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Other statuses of your I-956G

Fingerprint Fee Was ReceivedBiometricsFingerprint Review Was CompletedBiometricsBiometrics Appointment Was ScheduledBiometricsCase 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-956G →

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.