Status Update Question

[Chime19 3]

Got this email today, and was wondering if it's a normal thing. It mentions an alien registration # being changed. Any clues as to what this whole thing is about? Does everyone get this email? Is it normal to get it within a day of getting my NOA1?

The last processing action taken on your case

Receipt Number:


Application Type: I129F , PETITION FOR FIANCE(E)


Your Case Status: Initial Review


On September 16, 2014, your Alien Registration Number was changed relating to your I129F, PETITION FOR FIANCE(E). Please check our website at www.uscis.gov for further updates on your case. Please wait until the end of normal processing time before calling customer service at 1-800-375-5283 for live assistance.


During this step, USCIS initiates the background checks of the applicant/petitioner and identifies issues that may need to be addressed either during an interview or by asking the applicant/petitioner to submit additional information or documentation. USCIS reviews the applicant's/petitioner's criminal history, determines if there are national security concerns that need to be addressed, and reviews the application/petition for fraud indicators.

If you have filed an I-485, I-589, I-751, N-400, I-90, I-821, I-131 or I-765, you can expect to receive an appointment notice to appear at an Application Support Center to have your fingerprints and/or photographs taken. The timing of your appointment is determined by the number of applicants ahead of you that also need a biometric appointment. We try to schedule biometric appointments as quickly as possible and in most cases you will receive your appointment notice within 30 days of submitting your application. We will send your appointment notice approximately 14 days ahead of your scheduled appointment. It is important that you keep this appointment. If absolutely necessary, you can request that your appointment be rescheduled however, please be aware that rescheduling may delay the processing of your application. Please follow the instructions on your appointment notice if you need to reschedule. Occasionally, you may receive an appointment notice to appear at an Application Support Center to have your fingerprints taken when you have filed a form other than those listed above. In these situations, you may receive your appointment notice more than 30 days after submitting your application or petition.



If you have questions or concerns about your application or the case status results

listed above, or if you have not received a decision from USCIS within the current

processing time listed*, please contact USCIS Customer Service at (800) 375-5283.


*Current processing times can be found on the USCIS website at www.uscis.gov under Check Processing Times.


*** Please do not respond to this e-mail message.


Sincerely,


The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)

[Megan & Luke 93]

Yes, this is normal. Some people experience it within a few days of their NOA1, others don't receive it for a while. It is not an indication that your file is going to be approved soon after, it just means that your file was "touched". That's a good sign, but really an ARN change won't mean much. A lot of people have also said that they received one ARN soon after NOA1, then it was changed AGAIN nearing their NOA2 date.

We filed July 2 and Luke's ARN was changed July 16.. nothing since. At least you've had a touch on your file!

[TBoneTX 46,058]

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[Chime19 3]

Thanks for the info. You were quite helpful!