RFE Tracker
Community-reported Request for Evidence (RFE) data. See common RFE reasons and outcomes.
239
Total Reports
76.6%
Approval Rate
Top Form Types
Top RFE Categories
Supporting Documents
Petitioning sponsor failed to include W-2s/1099-Rs with Form I-864EZ. USCIS requires W-2s/1099-Rs for most recent tax year. Since petitioner's income cannot be documented on W-2/1099-R (or was missing), I-864EZ cannot be used. Must now submit full I-864 with complete federal tax return, all supporting documents, SSN, and correct household size.
Tips from reporter:
When filing I-864EZ, always attach petitioner's W-2s/1099-Rs. If W-2/1099-R documentation is unavailable, I-864EZ is not valid — must use full I-864 instead. Per RFE instructions: submit complete I-864 with handwritten signature, SSN, household size, and full federal tax return with all supporting documents.
Supporting Documents
RFE related to I-130/I-485 application, likely requesting evidence of bona fide marriage relationship. Response included affidavits from ~9 people, old letters from high school, photos, and letters predating the relationship.
Tips from reporter:
Gather extensive evidence of your relationship history (affidavits, old letters, photos from before you were together). DACA recipients with minor criminal records can still be approved. No interview was required despite RFE.
Medical
RFE issued because I-693 medical exam did not include polio vaccine documentation. Applicant needs to submit new sealed I-693 showing proof of polio vaccination. Other vaccines (MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella, Influenza) were started but second/third doses not completed.
Tips from reporter:
Complete all required vaccine series, not just the one listed in the RFE. Civil surgeons may require completion of all overdue doses before signing a new I-693. Doctor can mark 'insufficient time interval' or 'not age appropriate' as exemptions if applicable. Submit correctly the first time to avoid additional RFEs before deadline.
Medical
Received a medical RFE during I-485 adjustment of status processing while GC priority date was current. No details provided about what specifically was missing or requested.
Tips from reporter:
Travel on valid H-1B stamp is permitted while I-485 is pending. Per 8 CFR 245.2(a)(4)(ii)(C), H-1B holders with valid visa stamp traveling internationally do not abandon their pending I-485, provided they return to same employer and maintain H-1B eligibility. AP (Advance Parole) not required if maintaining H-1B status.
Medical
RFE for medical exam (Form I-693). Applicant received a medical RFE and scheduled appointment with a civil surgeon, seeking advice on getting required vaccines elsewhere using insurance prior to the exam.
Tips from reporter:
Get vaccines at CVS/Walgreens using insurance (free to you). Avoid telling a doctor's office it's for immigration as insurance may reject the claim (~$1000+ per round). Consider doing blood titer tests first to check existing immunity before getting vaccines.
Supporting Documents
RFE for I-864 Affidavit of Support: (1) Missing citizenship status documentation for co-sponsor, (2) Petitioner (spouse) not qualified to be primary sponsor, requiring a qualifying joint sponsor with supporting documents.
Tips from reporter:
Ensure citizenship proof is included for all sponsors. Submit all tax documents even for non-qualifying sponsors. Wet signatures required on forms. Lawyer advised adding a different joint sponsor despite RFE not explicitly stating existing joint sponsor is disqualified.
Other
RFE issued 8 days after receipt for EB1A petition. RFE confirmed that two criteria (membership in associations and serving as a judge) were already approved, implying remaining criteria (awards, published material, leading/critical role) required additional evidence.
Tips from reporter:
Self-represented using YouTube videos and templates. Premium processing used. NVC welcome letter may not arrive; use public inquiry form to obtain case info. Documentarily Qualified status can be reached without receiving physical welcome letter.
Supporting Documents
RFE for income evidence for joint sponsor (petitioner's father). Missing W-2 forms for joint sponsor. Petitioner was living abroad and could not prove income alone.
Tips from reporter:
Hire a lawyer if worried about RFE response. Bring additional W-2s and proof of income to interview. Joint sponsor should provide complete tax documentation including W-2s.
Medical
RFE issued for a missing vaccine on the I-693 medical examination form (poster incorrectly referred to it as I-683).
Other
RFE received after I-485 was already approved and Green Card issued on 8/9. RFE notice dated 9/1, appearing after case was closed. Possibly a system error or delayed/misrouted RFE. No specific documentation requested is mentioned.
Tips from reporter:
Check USCIS website directly with your case number. USCIS communicates via mail — check for physical letter. Call 1-800 USCIS number to confirm if RFE is valid. If filed through an attorney, consult them. If RFE is real, respond promptly as green card can potentially be revoked.
Medical
Received both a medical RFE and a 601 RFE (vaccine waiver related). The 601 form was filed as a vaccine waiver prior to receiving the RFEs, suggesting the medical RFE pertained to vaccination/medical examination requirements.
Tips from reporter:
Filed WOM (Writ of Mandamus) to expedite both EB-5 and I-485 adjudication. Used separate specialized attorneys for EB-5, WOM, and 601 waiver. Filed EB-5 and I-485 concurrently without medicals. EAD/AP approved separately before green card. Case approved ~2 weeks after RFE responses submitted.
Supporting Documents
RFE issued shortly after I-485 filing (marriage-based AOS). Specific documents requested not detailed, but post mentions assembling IDs/passports/marriage cert, pay stubs/tax records, 6 months of joint bank statements, lease/insurance/utilities, and relationship photos as part of their preparation.
Tips from reporter:
Organize documents in a tabbed binder: IDs/passports/marriage cert (originals + copies), pay stubs/tax records, 6 months of joint bank statements, lease/insurance/utilities. Include a photo album with captions documenting the relationship. Practice answers out loud to stay specific but concise. Resources: VisaJourney for checklists, GCardCoach for mock interview practice.
Supporting Documents
Received two RFEs for VAWA I-360 petition. Failed to submit a personal affidavit describing abuse. Submitted other evidence but lacked the required written personal declaration of events.
Tips from reporter:
Include a personal affidavit (written description of events) when responding to VAWA RFEs. Contact local DV shelters for pro bono legal resources. Review denial letter for appeal options. Organizations working with abused women may have legal resources available.
Supporting Documents
RFE issued due to blurred photo submitted with EAD application. Applicant was asked to upload a new, clear photo. No other issues mentioned in the notice.
Tips from reporter:
Get passport photos taken at a professional location (e.g., passport photo service) to ensure image quality meets USCIS standards before uploading.
Supporting Documents
Requested proof of bona fide marriage, copies of passports, and school records to confirm F-1 and F-2 visa statuses.
Tips from reporter:
RFE response confirmation may not arrive before case moves forward — on day 16 after mailing response, received 'ordered a new card' status without ever seeing an 'RFE received' notification. Don't panic if tracking goes silent; the case may still be moving.
Identity/Background
USCIS questioning late registration of birth certificate from India; requesting explanation of late registration, secondary evidence (school records, medical records, religious records, government IDs showing parent names), or affidavits from two individuals with personal knowledge of birth to establish parent-child relationship and verify date of birth. References Matter of Rehman (27 I&N Dec. 124).
Tips from reporter:
Affidavit attestants should have been adults at time of birth who knew the mother during pregnancy and saw the child shortly after birth; ideally both parents. Does not require notarization but must include statement: 'under penalty of perjury under the laws of the U.S., I swear this statement is true'. 10th grade mark-sheet and original passport with parent info are viable secondary evidence options.
Ability to Pay
RFE questioning sufficiency of affidavit of support (I-864). USCIS flagged that supporting documents may not meet 125% FPG requirements despite 2024 tax return showing $35k income (above the $33k threshold for household of 3). Likely concern over single tax return submitted and income variability.
Tips from reporter:
Submit multiple years of tax returns (at least 3), not just one. Include bank statements and 12 months of pay stubs to show consistent income. Arguing the RFE is unnecessary is generally not recommended. If primary sponsor income is borderline, consider adding a joint sponsor proactively rather than risking denial.
Ability to Pay
Request for Evidence on I-485 financial form (Affidavit of Support). Poster was warned that if financial requirements are not met, the entire case could be canceled.
Tips from reporter:
Hire a lawyer for the financial/Affidavit of Support form on I-485 — incorrectly filled financial forms can result in case denial or cancellation. The RFE response was received by USCIS on 02/21/2026 and acknowledged on 02/27/2026.
Medical
Request for initial evidence related to Form I-485. Based on the timeline and a comment mentioning 'Medical RFE: Jan 2026', the RFE was likely for updated medical examination documentation.
Supporting Documents
I-751 (Removal of Conditions) was denied because the divorce was not finalized at the time of the RFE response. Filed I-290B (Motion to Reopen) with supporting evidence including affidavits from ex-husband, ex-brother-in-law, friends, medical evidence, landlord letter, and divorce decree.