Action required · RFE
Request For Initial Evidence Was Sent
What it means
USCIS issued a Request for Initial Evidence — typically because basic filing evidence is missing after intake.
When it usually appears
Early in adjudication.
How long it usually lasts
The response deadline is usually 30–87 days.
What you need to do next
Provide the missing evidence as soon as possible.
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