I-485 Applicant Reports Second Interview Notice After Completing First in 2024

An immigration applicant sharing their experience on Reddit's r/greencard community has reported an unusual situation: receiving a new 'Case is Ready to Be Scheduled for An Interview' notice despite having already completed their I-485 adjustment of status interview in January 2024. The applicant, who filed under EB-1B with a September 2022 priority date, completed the first interview with their spouse and submitted updated medical records at that time. The case had been in 'Case Ready to Print' (CRP) status since the initial interview, with the priority date becoming current in January 2026. The unexpected second interview notice appeared on March 18, 2026, leaving the applicant concerned about whether USCIS may have lost their interview notes or records from the first interview. Multiple interviews on a single I-485 case are not standard procedure, but they do occur in certain circumstances. USCIS may schedule a follow-up interview if additional information is needed, if there were unresolved issues from the first interview, or if a case is transferred between offices. System glitches or administrative errors can also trigger erroneous notices. Applicants in similar situations are generally advised to attend any scheduled interview as directed, bring all original documents and evidence previously submitted, and contact a qualified immigration attorney to review the case history before the interview. Ignoring an interview notice, even if a prior interview was completed, can have negative consequences for the application. This case highlights ongoing concerns about USCIS case management and communication transparency, particularly for long-pending adjustment of status applications. Applicants are encouraged to monitor their case status closely and maintain thorough records of all correspondence and completed steps in the process.