Delays in the issuing of USCIS Receipt Notices

It is taking longer than usual for USCIS to issue receipt notices for some applications that were filed through their lockbox facilities.

Due to problems caused by COVID-19 and an increased strain on the U.S. postal system, it may take up to 4 to 6 weeks for applicants to receive a receipt notice after an application has been submitted.

It is important to note that this delay will not affect the receipt date, as USCIS will note the date the application was originally received, and not the date that the receipt notice was printed and mailed, when they issue the receipt notice.

If you have recently filed an application to a USCIS lockbox and are still waiting for your receipt notice, don’t panic! This delay is unfortunate, but your receipt notice will be issued as quickly as USCIS is able to safely do so.

You can read the full statement from USCIS here:

https://www.uscis.gov/news/alerts/uscis-lockbox-updates

We appreciate your patience at this time and will continue to monitor the processing times for receipt notices and applications.

If you would like to begin an immigration application and have questions about your situation, you may call our office at (425) 374-1681 to schedule a consultation.

Our attorneys are available via telephone or video conferencing to speak with you.

Photo Credit: Ileadaguadulce.org