myUSCIS is the official online portal of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), available at my.uscis.gov. It allows applicants to create a free, personalized account to manage and track U.S. immigration cases online. myUSCIS is a free government service — not a third-party website or paid subscription.
For Vietnamese and Filipino nationals with pending U.S. immigration cases — including I-130 family petitions, I-485 adjustment of status, or EB-5 investor petitions — a myUSCIS account provides real-time access to case status updates and online services.
What Can You Do on myUSCIS? Full Feature List
| Feature | Description | Who Uses It |
| Track case status | Check application status using receipt number in real time | All applicants |
| File forms online | Submit select forms directly (I-90, N-400, I-765, I-131, I-526E) | Varies by form |
| Upload documents | Submit additional evidence when USCIS requests it | Applicants with pending cases |
| Receive notifications | Email/SMS alerts when case status changes | All applicants |
| Reschedule biometrics | Change fingerprint appointment date online | Applicants with biometrics scheduled |
| Track card delivery | Track Green Card or EAD delivery via USPS | Applicants awaiting card |
| View case history | See all previously filed applications and their current status | All applicants |
| Find naturalization resources | Locate civics study tools and naturalization class information | Those pursuing citizenship |
How to Create a myUSCIS Account — 9-Step Guide
myUSCIS provides a personalized account to help you navigate the immigration process. On myUSCIS, you will find:
- Up-to-date information about the application process for immigration benefits;
- Tools to help you prepare for filing and help finding citizenship preparation classes; and
- Information to help explore your immigration options
How to Create an Online USCIS Account
Step 1: Go to the USCIS website:
https://myaccount.uscis.gov/create-account
Step 2: Enter your email address.
Step 3: Confirm your email address.
- USCIS will send you an email with confirmation instructions. You will be redirected to the “Create a Password” screen.
- Note that this email will come from myaccount@uscis.dhs.gov, so make sure that you have set your spam filter system to allow emails from this account to be received.
Step 4: Create password.
Step 5: Select preference for two-step verification method.
- You will be asked to select a second verification method to be used when logging into your account. The options are authentication app, SMS text message, or email.
- Choose your preferred method of verification and click “Submit.”
- USCIS will then use the chosen method to send you a verification code. Enter this code into the registration page.
Step 6: Save the backup code given to you by USCIS.
- After setting up the two-step verification, you will be given a backup code to use to log into your USCIS account if you lose access to your authentication device (for example, you get a new phone or change your phone number).
- This code is VERY important to save for your records.
Step 7: Select password reset questions and answers.
- Once you have chosen your preferred method, you will be taken to a screen where you will be required to select, and provide answers to, five security questions. Once you have chosen your questions and answers, click “Submit.”
- It is EXTREMELY important that you make note of these for your records in case you ever forget your password and need to use the security questions to gain access to your account.
Step 8: Select Account Type.
- You will now see a screen that says “Welcome to your USCIS Account.”
- Select “myUSCIS” underneath “Login to a USCIS Service” to choose the account type.
- Select “I am an applicant, petitioner, or requestor” and click “Submit.”
Step 9: Confirmation.
- A confirmation message will be sent to the email address you provided letting you know that you have successfully created your USCIS online account.
- If you do not receive the confirmation email in your inbox within 10 minutes, check your junk mail or spam folder. If you still do not have the confirmation, go back to the home screen, https://myaccount.uscis.gov/, and select “Didn’t receive confirmation instructions.” Enter your e-mail address into the space provided and select “Resend confirmation instructions.”
We encourage you to contact our office at Enterline & Partners at 0933 301 488 or send email to info@enterlinepartners.com if you have any questions.
How to Check Your Case Status After Creating an Account
After creating your myUSCIS account, to track your case status:
- Log in at myaccount.uscis.gov
- Select “Check Case Status”
- Enter your receipt number — a 13-character code (3 letters + 10 digits) found on your I-797 Notice of Action
Frequently Asked Questions About myUSCIS
What is myUSCIS and why should I create an account?
myUSCIS is USCIS’s official free online portal at my.uscis.gov. It allows immigration applicants to track case status in real time, receive notifications when their case status changes, reschedule biometrics appointments, upload additional documents, and file select forms online. It is free, official, and requires no paid subscription. Anyone with a pending USCIS case should create an account.
Can applicants in Vietnam or the Philippines create a myUSCIS account?
Yes. myUSCIS accounts can be created from any country, including Vietnam and the Philippines. A U.S. citizen petitioner living in Ho Chi Minh City or Manila with a pending I-130 family petition can create an account and track their case at myaccount.uscis.gov. All that is needed is a valid email address and internet access.
What is a USCIS receipt number and where do I find it?
A USCIS receipt number is a 13-character case identifier consisting of 3 letters followed by 10 digits (for example: IOE0123456789 or EAC2012345678). This number appears on the I-797 Notice of Action that USCIS mails after receiving a petition or application. If an immigration attorney filed on your behalf, they will receive the I-797 and should provide the receipt number to you. Use this number to check case status at egov.uscis.gov/casestatus.
Is myUSCIS the same as CEAC (ceac.state.gov)?
No — these are two separate systems serving different purposes. myUSCIS (my.uscis.gov) is used to track cases being processed by USCIS inside the United States — including I-130, I-485, I-765, I-90, and N-400. CEAC (ceac.state.gov) is used to track cases being processed by the National Visa Center (NVC) and U.S. Consulates — typically after an I-130 has been approved by USCIS and transferred to NVC for the immigrant visa process (CR-1, K-1, etc.).
Is myUSCIS free to use?
Yes — myUSCIS is completely free. There is no registration fee, monthly charge, or cost to use any feature. If you encounter any website requesting payment to “register with USCIS” or “track your USCIS case,” it is a fraudulent third-party site. Always access myUSCIS directly at my.uscis.gov or through uscis.gov.
What should I do if I forget my myUSCIS password or backup code?
If you forget your password: go to myaccount.uscis.gov → select “Forgot password” → enter your email address → USCIS will send password reset instructions. If you lose your backup code (used when you cannot access your two-step verification device): contact the USCIS Contact Center at 1-800-375-5283 (from the U.S.) or through contact.uscis.gov for account recovery assistance. This is why saving your backup code when creating the account is critical.
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