USCIS Receipt Notices Delayed: Applicants May Wait 6 to 8 Weeks After Filing
On December 15, 2020, USCIS announced delays in issuing receipt notices due to a surge in applications and pandemic-related staffing shortages at its mail processing facilities. Combined with USPS delivery delays, applicants may receive receipts 6 to 8 weeks after filing, though USCIS says notices are generally issued within 30 days. Those needing extensions or status changes should prepare early and consider online filing.
On December 15, 2020, USCIS announced that the issuance of receipt notices is currently delayed due to a significant increase in applications and pandemic-related staffing shortages at USCIS mail processing facilities. In addition, USPS has recently experienced mail delivery delays, caused on one hand by similar staffing constraints and on the other by an increase in holiday mail volume.
USCIS stated that receipt notices will be issued within 30 days after an application is submitted. Given the aforementioned delays, applicants may need 6 to 8 weeks to receive them. For applicants who need extensions or changes of status, it is recommended to prepare early and to prioritize online filing.
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