What is an I-797 ?

An I-797 is a document commonly known as “Notice of Action” or NOA  sent to the petitioner from USCIS.

 

There are different types of I-797:

  • I-797, Notice of Action – commonly known as NOA2. This is issued when an application or petition is approved.
  • I-797A, Notice of Action – This is issued to an applicant as a replacement Form I-94.
  • I-797C, Notice of Action – commonly known as NOA1. This is issued to communicate receipt of payments, rejection of applications, transfer of files, fingerprint biometric, interview and re-scheduled appointments, and reopened cases.
  • I-797E, Notice of Action – This is issued to communicate a Request for Evidence / RFE.

 

More information on USCIS.gov: Form I-797: Types and Functions

 

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