Action required · Interview
Interview Was Scheduled
What it means
USCIS has scheduled an interview and mailed a written notice giving the date, time, location and the documents you must bring. Note carefully that the day this status appears is not the interview date; always rely on the printed notice.
When it usually appears
When the notice is generated and mailed, usually 2-6 weeks before the interview.
How long it usually lasts
Interviews commonly run 20-60 minutes. A decision may be given verbally on the day, or the case may stay under review for weeks or months afterwards.
What you need to do next
Confirm the date and office as soon as the notice arrives and prepare every document on the list, with originals and translations. Re-read your own application forms, since most questions come directly from them. If you cannot attend, request a reschedule using the instructions on the notice; failing to appear can cause the case to be treated as abandoned. Bring the original notice and valid photo identification, and arrive early.
Frequently asked questions
The status says scheduled but no notice arrived.
Check myUSCIS for an electronic notice, confirm the address on file, then ask USCIS to re-send. Do not wait passively without a date.
Will I learn the result at the interview?
Sometimes verbally, but only the written notice mailed afterwards is authoritative.
Can the interview be rescheduled?
Yes, following the notice instructions, but expect a significant delay. Reschedule only when necessary.
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General information only, not legal advice. Official USCIS notices in writing always take precedence.
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