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“45-Day Premium Processing Clock Restarted for My Case”: what it means

Updated October 27, 2026 · Checked against USCIS sources

Short answer

USCIS received what it needed and restarted the premium processing timer for your case.

What it means

USCIS now has a new premium processing period to take action on your case.

The official wording

Text USCIS shows for this status (details in brackets vary by case)On [date], we restarted the premium-processing clock for your case, Receipt Number [receipt number]. Your premium-processing receipt notice contains contact information for direct inquiries on your case. If you move, contact the premium-processing unit directly to update your address.
En español: “Periodo De Trámite Acelerado De 45 Días Para Caso Reanudado”

El [fecha], reanudamos el periodo de trámite acelerado para su caso para su Número de Recibo [receipt number]. Su acuse de recibo de procesamiento premium contiene información de contacto para consultas directas sobre su caso. Si cambia de domicilio, comuníquese directamente con la unidad de trámites acelerados para actualizar su dirección.

What usually comes next

Forms that show this status

Each form links to its current processing time.

Sources: USCIS Case Status Online and Case Status API messages; USCIS processing times and case inquiry pages. General information, not legal advice.