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“Case Was Updated To Show Fingerprints Were Taken”on your N-400 · Become a U.S. citizen

Your biometrics for the naturalization case are recorded.
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WHICH STEP ARE YOU ON?
Receipt notice
Biometrics · here
Interview and civics test
Decision
Oath ceremony
Naturalization certificate

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.
14months
13 to 14 monthsTypical time for a complete N-400. 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 N-400

Your biometrics for the naturalization case are recorded. Now the FBI check runs, and after that the case waits for an interview date at your local office. This is a good moment to start studying: the official civics questions and English vocabulary lists are free on uscis.gov.

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 N-400?

Your biometrics for the naturalization case are recorded. Now the FBI check runs, and after that the case waits for an interview date at your local office. This is a good moment to start studying: the official civics questions and English vocabulary lists are free on uscis.gov.

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.

How long does an N-400 take?

The typical range published by USCIS is 13 to 14 months. It depends on the office and your case; it is not an exact date.

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Other statuses of your N-400

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 N-400 →

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 AuthorizationI-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 WorkersI-821DDACA request or renewalConsideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals

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