I-485 Approvals Near Zero: Green Card Processing Drops Below 10% After Apr 27–28 Bulk API Update

A sharp and alarming decline in I-485 adjudications was reported this week, with daily approval counts falling from a recent range of approximately 800 to 1,350 cases per day to fewer than 25 per day — and nearly zero as of the most recent data. The drop, tracked via mycaseshub.com using USCIS case status API data, appears to have begun following bulk system updates on April 27–28, 2026. The data suggests the slowdown may be linked to additional security vetting procedures being applied to pending adjustment-of-status applications. While the exact cause has not been officially confirmed by USCIS, the timing of the API batch updates and the severity of the processing decline have drawn significant attention within the immigration community. For EB-3 applicants who have filed or are preparing to file I-485, this development is particularly significant. Adjustment of status is the final step for employment-based green card applicants already inside the United States, and any systemic slowdown directly extends the time to receiving lawful permanent resident status. Applicants are advised to monitor their case status closely through the USCIS online portal and mycaseshub.com for trend data. No official USCIS communication regarding the slowdown has been issued at this time. Community members are encouraged to avoid panic while remaining vigilant about any Requests for Evidence (RFEs) or notices that may accompany enhanced review processes.