Question about I-485 filing timing (F2A/VAWA) – Delivered March 23, Current April 1st.
Hi everyone, I need some help understanding what might happen with my concurrent filing (I-360, I-485, I-765).
My package was delivered to the USCIS Lockbox on March 23rd. I am filing under VAWA as a spouse of an LPR (category F2A). Unfortunately, I realized that for F2A, the filing date only became 'Current' on April 1st.
As of today, April 9th, I haven't received a receipt notice or the rejected package back. I have a few questions:
- Is there a chance USCIS might still accept the package since it’s being opened/processed in April, or do they strictly go by the delivery date?
- If it is rejected, how long does it usually take for the physical package to arrive back?
- Does VAWA status change how strictly they look at the Priority Date for the I-485?
I’m quite stressed because I don't have the funds to easily redo everything right now. I would appreciate any experiences or insights. Thank you!
Posted Apr 9, 2026, 9:23 PM UTC
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