What does USCIS “Fingerprint Fee Was Received” mean? Do I need to get fingerprinted right away?

During the USCIS application tracking process, some applicants will see the status:

Fingerprint Fee Was Received

This is a fairly common situation for documents requiring biometrics.

However, many people often misunderstand the meaning of this announcement.

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What is Fingerprint Fee Was Received?

This status says:

* USCIS has accepted the biometric fee payment.

* The profile is eligible to prepare for fingerprinting.

* USCIS will schedule an appointment if the application requires Biometrics.

This does not mean you have an appointment scheduled.

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When will the Biometrics schedule be available?

After this status, USCIS will usually update one of the following statuses:

* Biometrics Appointment Was Scheduled.

* Appointment Notice Was Mailed.

At that time, USCIS will send a letter notifying the time, location and detailed instructions.

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Do I need to make my own appointment?

Are not.

USCIS will automatically:

* Arrange calendar.

* Specify the ASC (Application Support Center) location.

* Send official appointment letter.

Applicants just need to wait for notification.

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What if fingerprints have been taken?

In some cases, USCIS may:

* Reuse previous biometric data.

* No need to come in for fingerprinting again.

This depends on each application and USCIS decision.

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What do you need to prepare when receiving the appointment?

You should bring:

* Biometrics appointment letter.

* Passport or valid identification document.

* USCIS documents required in the appointment letter.

Arriving on time will help the process go quickly.

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Common misunderstandings

Many people think:

* Once you receive the fee, you must go get your stamp immediately.

* You can come to ASC without an appointment.

* If you do not receive a letter, you can still come and get your stamp.

In fact, you should only come when you have an official appointment.

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What does CaseTracker Auto support?

CaseTracker Auto helps users:

* Track every USCIS status change.

* Explain each status easily to understand.

* Receive notifications as soon as Biometrics schedules are available.

* Save entire profile history.

* Continuous tracking from USCIS to NVC and CEAC.

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Conclusion

“Fingerprint Fee Was Received” only confirms that USCIS has received the biometric fee. You still need to wait for your Biometrics appointment before coming in to get fingerprinted.