“Request for Evidence Was Sent”

What This Status Means

This status means USCIS has reviewed your case and determined that additional evidence or documentation is needed before a decision can be made. A Request for Evidence (RFE) notice has been mailed to you or your attorney with specific instructions on what additional evidence is required.

What You Should Do

1. Watch your mail carefully for the RFE notice — it contains specific instructions
2. Note the response deadline (typically 87 days from the date of the RFE)
3. Gather all requested evidence and respond as thoroughly as possible
4. Consider consulting an immigration attorney if the RFE is complex
5. Send your response via a trackable method (certified mail, FedEx, UPS)
6. Include the RFE notice barcode page with your response

What Happens Next

After “Request for Evidence Was Sent”, your case may move to one of the following statuses:

• Case Is Being Actively Reviewed
• Case Was Approved
• Case Was Denied

Typical Duration

You typically have 87 days to respond. After USCIS receives your response, allow several weeks to months for review.

Related Guides

• How to Check Your Case Status
• USCIS Processing Times