After receiving Form I-797C, Notice of Action, the next step in the application process will be to attend a biometrics exam. The USCIS will send a letter with the time and location of the appointment. It is important to arrive early and bring a copy of your passport and the appointment letter from the USCIS. The USCIS will take your photo and fingerprints as part of the background check for the application process. Missing the biometrics appointment can cause serious delays, so if you are unable to make your appointment, you should call the USCIS as soon as possible to get it rescheduled.

The next step in the application process after the biometrics exam is to receive your Employment Authorization Document (EAD) and Advanced Parole (AP) combo card. The USCIS is currently taking 6-8 months to process and approve the combo card.

It is important to read the Form I-797C Notice of Action thoroughly, as it may contain essential instructions regarding an upcoming appointment, whether it be for an interview, fingerprints, or biometrics. Failure to read the letter could result in a missed appointment, which could greatly delay the process.