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What happens after you receive form I-797?
If you receive this form, it usually means that your extension or status adjustment was approved. At the bottom, you will find a new I-94 with a new expiration date.
How long does it take to get visa after I-797 approval?
Typically, it takes 1-3 weeks. Attorney will send the Approval Notice (I-797) to you as you might need it for a future consulate visa process. Begin your new status.
What happens after form I-797C Notice of Action?
If you prepared and submitted your application correctly, the USCIS will typically respond 2 to 3 weeks later with a letter in the mail. This receipt letter is called the Form I-797C, Notice of Action. You need the receipt number to check your USCIS status. Have your receipt?
Can I work with I-797 approval notice?
New employees outside the U.S. or current employees who were outside the U.S. at the time of approval are issued an I-797 Approval Notice from the USCIS. This type of approval requires a new visa stamp in the passport before the employee may enter the U.S. to begin work, with the exception of Canadian citizens.
What happens after USCIS case is approved?
After USCIS approves your petition, they will transfer your case to the Department of State’s National Visa Center (NVC) for pre-processing. The first step in this processing is the creation of your case in our system. Once this is complete, we will send you a Welcome Letter by e-mail or physical mail.
How long does it take to receive notice of action from USCIS?
2 to 3 weeks
Formally known as Form I-797C, Notice of Action (see example below), the receipt notice typically arrives 2 to 3 weeks after filing. If you did not properly file your Form I-485, USCIS will send a Notice of Action to reject the application or may send a Request for Evidence that requests additional items.
How long is I-797 good for?
12 months
A Form I-797, Notice of Action, receipt notice of Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card, with an expired PRC. This notice extends the validity of the PRC for 12 months from the “Card Expires” date on the front of the PRC.