What does “Interview Was Completed” mean?

Good news
Direct answer

USCIS recorded that the interview occurred. This status alone does not establish the decision or the internal review stage.

What comes next

Follow any instructions given at the interview or in a later notice. There is no universal post-interview decision clock.

Typical timeline

Post-interview timing is case-specific. Use the official processing-time and case-inquiry tools rather than a status-specific estimate.

If you're stuck on this status

If the official tool says the case is eligible for an inquiry, use that channel. For legal remedies related to delay, obtain case-specific advice.

What to do now
  • 1Submit any additional documents the officer requested during the interview
  • 2Monitor your case status online at my.uscis.gov
  • 3Keep your address updated with USCIS
When to contact an attorney

You usually do not need an attorney for this status by itself. Consider legal help if your case is outside published processing times, you receive a confusing notice, or your facts are complicated.

What this means for your form

If you're on OPT (I-765 C03A)

OPT (I-765) applications are generally decided without an in-person interview, so this status is uncommon for an OPT case. If you see it, it likely relates to a concurrent I-485 or other form. Verify the receipt number to confirm which case had the interview.

If you're on STEM OPT (I-765 C03C)

STEM OPT extensions are also adjudicated without an interview in the normal course. An interview-completed status on a STEM OPT case is unusual; consult your DSO and consider speaking with an immigration attorney.

If you're tracking H-1B (I-129)

An interview-completed status is uncommon for Form I-129. Verify the form and receipt number instead of assuming it belongs to a concurrent case or predicts an I-129 decision date.

If you're tracking an employment-based green card (I-485)

Your adjustment-of-status interview is complete. This does not predict approval or a decision date. Follow any document request using the stated channel and deadline.

If you're tracking a family-based green card (I-485)

Your family-based I-485 interview is complete. This status does not predict approval or a decision date. Follow any request for relationship or financial evidence exactly as instructed.

If you're tracking a family petition (I-130)

Your I-130 interview has concluded. Follow any written consular or USCIS instructions; this status does not create a universal decision period.

If you're tracking naturalization (N-400)

Your naturalization interview is complete. Follow the examination results and later USCIS notice for any retest, continued review, or oath ceremony.

Frequently asked questions

Does 'Interview Was Completed' mean I'm approved?
No. It establishes only that the interview took place. USCIS may approve, deny, request evidence, or continue case-specific review.
What does it mean if the officer didn't make a decision at the interview?
A decision was not issued at the interview. Do not infer the internal reason. Follow any instructions given by the officer and any later written notice.
How will I know when a decision is made after my interview?
USCIS communicates the decision through the official case record and written notice. If a card is produced, follow later production and mailing updates; there is no universal delivery clock.
Should I follow up if I don't hear back after my interview?
Check the current official processing-time and case-inquiry tools. Submit an inquiry when the tool says the case is eligible rather than using a generic post-interview threshold.
What if the officer asked for more documents at the interview?
Use the exact submission method and deadline USCIS provided. Do not substitute a generic timeline or upload channel for the written instructions.

Related status messages

Interview Was Scheduled →Case Was Approved →Case Was Continued →
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