“New Card Is Being Produced”: what it means
Updated October 27, 2026 · Checked against USCIS sources
Your case was approved and USCIS ordered your card, such as a green card or work permit. It will be mailed to the address USCIS has for you.
What it means
This status comes after approval. The card is printed at a production facility, then mailed by U.S. Postal Service with a tracking number.
What usually comes next
What you can do
- Make sure USCIS has your current mailing address before the card is mailed.
- When it arrives, check every detail on the card and report errors to USCIS.
Forms that show this status
Each form links to its current processing time.
Questions
How long until the card is mailed?
Usually a few days to a few weeks. Your status will change when the card is mailed.
Sources: USCIS Case Status Online and Case Status API messages; USCIS processing times and case inquiry pages. General information, not legal advice.