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Tips for USCIS Cover Letter The letter should generally be brief (one page) and to the point. Clearly and concisely state what the letter is regarding. Only discuss what is necessary to achieve the letter's purpose. Proofread the letter carefully to avoid mistakes.
Follow these simple steps to check your case status with your USCIS receipt number: Visit the USCIS Case Status Page. Go to the Check Your Case Status page on USCIS. Enter your USCIS receipt number. Type the 13-character receipt number into the provided box (without dashes). Review Your Case Status.
You may send your forms through USPS, FedEx, DHL, or UPS. We encourage you to save a copy of your payment, along with any tracking number provided by the courier, for your records and so you can verify the status of its delivery.
Mark the envelope and the cover letter with the type of submission. For example, Original Submission, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status (Form I-485). Mark the envelope and the cover letter with the form number.
The receipt number is a unique 13-character identifier that USCIS provides for each application or petition it receives. The agency uses it to identify and track its cases. The receipt number consists of three letters-for example, EAC, WAC, LIN, SRC, NBC, MSC or IOE-and 10 numbers.
Online: Use the case status online tool to check for updates about your immigration case. You will need your 13-character receipt number from your application or petition. By phone: If you are calling from the U.S., contact the USCIS Contact Center at 1-800-375-5283 or TTY 1-800-767-1833.