Features Overview

Complete guide to all features available in CaseTracker Auto

Core Tracking Features

1. USCIS Case Tracking

What it does: Automatically monitors USCIS receipt numbers for status changes.

Supported formats:

• IOE (online filing): IOE0123456789
• WAC (California Service Center)
• LIN (Nebraska Service Center)
• SRC (Texas Service Center)
• EAC (Vermont Service Center)
• MSC (National Benefits Center)

Key capabilities:

• Auto-refresh every 2-6 hours
• Complete status history with timestamps
• Push notifications on changes
• Multiple cases per account
• Case notes and reminders

→ Learn more about USCIS Tracking

2. NVC Case Tracking

What it does: Tracks National Visa Center case progression through 6 processing steps.

Tracks:

• Case received at NVC
• Fee payment status
• DS-260 submission
• Civil documents review
• Financial documents review
• DQ (Documentarily Qualified) status
• Interview letter received

Data source: ceac.state.gov public case status

→ Learn more about NVC Tracking

3. Visa Bulletin Tracking

What it does: Displays current Visa Bulletin and compares with your priority date.

Features:

• Automatic monthly updates (around 15th of month)
• Chart A (Final Action Dates)
• Chart B (Dates for Filing)
• Historical comparison view
• Progress visualization
• Movement alerts

Supported categories: All family-based (F1-F4, IR), employment-based (EB1-EB5)

→ Learn more about Visa Bulletin

4. CSPA Calculator

What it does: Calculates Child Status Protection Act age to determine if child remains qualified.

Formula: CSPA Age = (Age when priority date becomes current) - (I-130 pending time)

Inputs:

• Child's date of birth
• Priority date (I-130 receipt date)
• I-130 approval date
• Current Visa Bulletin cut-off

Output: CSPA age and qualification status

→ Learn more about CSPA Calculator

Intelligence Features

5. Timeline Prediction

What it does: AI-powered estimation of wait times based on historical Visa Bulletin trends.

Analysis includes:

• Historical movement patterns (12-24 months)
• Category-specific progression rates
• Country chargeability differences
• Retrogression detection
• Estimated months/years to current

Accuracy: Predictions are estimates only, not guarantees

→ Learn more about Timeline Prediction

6. AI Q&A Assistant

What it does: Answers common immigration questions using trained AI model.

Can answer:

• "What is I-130?"
• "How long does F4 take?"
• "What documents needed for NVC?"
• "How to calculate CSPA?"
• "What is DQ status?"

Limitations: Not legal advice, consult attorney for case-specific guidance

→ Learn more about AI Assistant

Automation Features

7. Auto Check Engine

What it does: Background service that checks case status automatically.

How it works:

• Runs in background every 2-6 hours
• Queries USCIS egov API
• Detects status text changes
• Stores history locally
• Triggers notifications if changed

Benefits: No manual checking needed

→ Learn more about Auto Check Engine

8. Push Notifications

What it does: Instant alerts when case status changes or Visa Bulletin updates.

Notification types:

• Case Status Change: "Your case IOE123456 status changed to 'Approved'"
• Visa Bulletin Update: "New Visa Bulletin published for August 2026"
• Priority Date Current: "Your priority date is now current!"
• DQ Alert: "Your NVC case is now documentarily qualified"

Settings: Customizable notification preferences

→ Learn more about Notifications

Productivity Features

9. AI Scanner (OCR)

What it does: Uses camera to extract data from immigration documents.

Supported documents:

• I-797 Notice of Action (receipt numbers)
• I-130 approval notices
• NVC letters (case numbers)
• Interview letters
• USCIS correspondence

Technology: On-device OCR with text recognition AI

Privacy: Images processed locally, not sent to server

→ Learn more about Scanner

10. Case Organization

What it does: Organize and manage multiple cases.

Features:

• Add unlimited cases (free: 3, premium: unlimited)
• Custom case names/labels
• Priority marking
• Archive completed cases
• Export case history
• Share with family members

11. Community Features

What it does: Connect with others going through similar process.

Includes:

• Q&A forum
• Timeline sharing (anonymous)
• DQ schedule reports
• Interview experience sharing
• Vietnamese language support

Data & Insights

12. Historical Charts

What it does: Visualize Visa Bulletin movement over time.

Charts include:

• 12-month movement graph
• 24-month trends
• Retrogression indicators
• Category comparisons

13. Processing Time Statistics

What it does: Shows average USCIS processing times by service center.

Data source: USCIS.gov official processing time estimates

Feature Availability

Coming Soon

Features in development:

• 🔜 Interview preparation guide
• 🔜 Document checklist generator
• 🔜 RFE response helper
• 🔜 Embassy-specific guides
• 🔜 Multi-account family sharing

Learn More

• USCIS Tracking Details
• NVC Tracking Details
• Visa Bulletin Tracking
• How Auto Check Engine Works
• Frequently Asked Questions