To check your immigration status online, you’ll typically use the USCIS Case Status Online tracker, which requires your 13-character receipt number. Alternatively, you can create a myUSCIS account for personalized case information. For visa applications, you can use the U.S. Department of State’s Visa Status Check portal.
USCIS Case Status Online:
- Find your receipt number: This 13-character number is provided by USCIS when you receive a notice of action related to your application.
- Visit the Case Status Online tracker: Go to the USCIS website and find the “Case Status Online” tool.
- Enter your receipt number and check status: Enter the receipt number and click “Check Status” to see the latest updates.
myUSCIS:
- Create an account: Go to the myUSCIS website and create an account.
- Log in and access your cases: Log in to your account and view your pending applications or petitions, along with their current statuses.
Visa Status Check (for visa applications):
- Visit the Visa Status Check portal: Go to the U.S. Department of State’s Visa Status Check portal.
- Follow the instructions: The portal will guide you through the process of checking the status of your visa application.
