Your interview is done. The officer is now reviewing your case and will make a decision.
What comes next
Decision typically comes within 30-120 days after interview. Some people get approved same-day or within weeks; others wait months.
Typical timeline
Most applicants receive a decision within 30-90 days of their interview. Green card approvals for marriage-based cases average 60 days post-interview, while naturalization decisions typically come within 30 days.
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If you're stuck on this status
If more than 120 days have passed since your interview with no decision, you can submit a service inquiry through your USCIS online account. An attorney can also send an InfoPass inquiry or file a Mandamus lawsuit if delays are extreme (12+ months).
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.
Community average
Applicants typically wait 60 days before the next update after this status.
Frequently asked questions
Does 'Interview Was Completed' mean I'm approved?+
Not necessarily. It means the interview took place, but the officer still needs to make a formal decision. Most applicants are approved, but the officer may request additional evidence or refer the case for further review.
What does it mean if the officer didn't make a decision at the interview?+
This is called a 'continued' case. It's common when the officer needs to check something internally (like a name check or background verification) or when they need additional documents from you. Expect a notice in the mail within 2-4 weeks with instructions.
How will I know when a decision is made after my interview?+
USCIS will update your case status online and mail you an approval notice. For I-485 approvals, the green card is ordered separately and mailed within 2-3 weeks of the approval notice.
Should I follow up if I don't hear back after my interview?+
Wait at least 90 days before inquiring. After that, you can submit an e-Request through my.uscis.gov or call 1-800-375-5283. Frequent follow-ups don't speed up processing and can clutter your case file.
What if the officer asked for more documents at the interview?+
Submit the requested documents as quickly as possible — ideally within 2-4 weeks. Mail them to the field office address listed on your interview notice, or ask your attorney to submit via the USCIS portal. Delays in submitting requested evidence extend your wait time.
GreenLight is an independent tool and is NOT affiliated with USCIS, DHS, or any U.S. government agency. Nothing on this page constitutes legal advice. Always verify at my.uscis.gov.