September Submissions - Concurrent Application (I-130,I-485, I-131, I-765, I-864)

[mcsweeney89]

RFIE does not mean that your PD has been reset...especially when it's for i-864 which is connected to i-495 not to your i-765...it seems they work on the cases separately anyways ;o) so chin up...you never know...it can be anytime now you'll receive your notice of approval for EAD. Have you raised SR?

Thanks Kaatti, thats good to know. Yes raised on day 75 and congressman is working on it also. They said we provided no evidence to prove my wife has enough income to support me, which isnt true as we provided pay slips but not 6mths worth as she only just started work as a teacher a month prior and she has no recent w2's since we have been in australia the past 3 years. So I just want to make sure I send enough evidence to this RFIE this time around.
We'll have 5mths of payslips, 3 years of tax transcripts and a letter of employment from her school on top of a bank statement of our joint account which has enough to cover the poverty guideline anyway. So should suffice. Ive calmed down now and ready to bring in the new year and get everything on track in January.

[Lyanna]

It's been a while

Hi everyone, it's been a while since I visit the forum and update my progress. Here is my timeline

Filing from SD California

Sep 2: Package sent
Sep 5: Package delivered
Sep 9: Received 3 email notifications
Sep 14: Received 3 letters of NOA in the mail
Sep 22: Received biometrics appointment letter for Oct 5th
Sep 25: Biometrics done
Oct 10: Call USCIS to expedite based on job offer
Oct 12: Got email from them asking for supporting docs
Oct 12: Fax everything in
Oct 24: Email Congressman
Oct 27: Call Congressman office
Oct 27: Case status changed to Approved, got my card a week later
Started working
Dec 29: Received interview notice for end of Jan 2018

I hope everyone will receive their EAD and interview letters soon for a new year present.

[kaatti]

Medical Examination

So just a quick heads up...for those of you who are gonna go trough your medical in these few months...I was technically almost "forced" to have a flue shot as the physician said "it's flu season. it is required by the immigration that you get one"...when I said I really would not like to and don't thing it's a mandatory shot to have (as I'm against it) she technically said that she can't really force me but I'm risking my medical being refused......I had a terrible cold at that time (last week) so I told them I'd rather wait and get it next time ...you have to come back for your tuberculin test to be read anyways......got home...called the immigration office....and guess what....bulls**t...the officer said there is definitely nothing like that required and was quite surprised himself that something like that was even pulled on me....so guys if anyone tells you you have to get a flu shot feel free to refuse if you don't want it ;o)

[kaatti]

Interview

Hello guys....has anybody gone through the interview yet? Mine is next Wednesday and needless to say I'm getting quite nervous. In the instruction on the interview notice they say to bring pretty much everything what we sent them with the applications..???...does anyone know it that's just in case we didn't send it in or they really want all of the supporting documents again? (talking about the birth certificates, sponsorship documents, pics, and any other material supporting the fact that it's bona fide marriage)....I'm a bit confused.

Thanks for help

[UScitizenFilingforspouse]

Hello guys....has anybody gone through the interview yet? Mine is next Wednesday and needless to say I'm getting quite nervous. In the instruction on the interview notice they say to bring pretty much everything what we sent them with the applications..???...does anyone know it that's just in case we didn't send it in or they really want all of the supporting documents again? (talking about the birth certificates, sponsorship documents, pics, and any other material supporting the fact that it's bona fide marriage)....I'm a bit confused.

Thanks for help

It is recommended that each one of you shows up with a clone of the packet you sent USCIS; including supporting documentation. If it's been a while since you sent in your AOS packet, then bring AS WELL:
- most recent paystubs,
joint checking statements,
recent use of health insurance - both on the same health insurance,
show you are still a beneficiary on each other's 401k, life insurance, accidental, etc.
- if anything has changed, then bring that, too.
Basically, you're showing that you didn't just fabricate what you sent by opening all those accounts and policies and then closed them after you filed for AOS. You want to be ready with a "clone" of what you sent them; just in case, you two get separated. There's always that. A portion of the interview is also to verify that the information you entered on the form is correct. The ISO will pick sections of forms randomly and ask you or your spouse to verify the info. There is nothing to memorize. It is just easier to follow along if you have your own packet, because you can ask what form the ISO is on and what question number, etc and go to that exact question, look at it and verify it. Having the packet there gives you a sense of control of the situation.

Focus on solid evidence of financial ties, indisputable evidence that you two are building a life together and planning for a future together.

Don't be nervous. If you're a true marriage, there is no need to be nervous. Nerves can work against you. Just be confident in your marriage, make eye contact with the ISO when you answer questions. Stick to the questions you are asked. Do not guess. If you do not know, just say that.

Pictures, ******** posts and affidavits aren't strong evidence of bona fide marriage. If you did not send them strong evidence with your initial AOS application, they're expecting that you will have more to present like any couple who is building a future together would.

I went through one of these with my first marriage a century ago when I was very young and I guess a lot was forgiven because we were both so young. Times have changed. I am now on my second marriage filing for my spouse and I am gathering as much as evidence as I possibly can, to show that my spouse and I are a true marriage. You should, too. Do that now and you'll set the stage to get the I-751 interview waived.

We are here to help you. best of luck!

[mcsweeney89]

Ead!!

Got the email I have been waiting for. Yesterday got confirmation they had received my RFIE and today my EAD card is being produced.

Here's my timeline below
09/15/2017 Package Sent
09/18/2017 Package Delivered
09/22/2017 Checks Cashed
09/25/2017 Case Accepted, 4 SMS and Emails received
09/28/2017 Received 4 I-797C hard copies in mail
10/06/2017 Received Biometrics letter (scheduled 10/20/2017)
10/06/2017 Walked in and completed Biometrics
12/01/2016 SR online for I-765
12/18/2017 Phoned Congressman
12/22/2017 RFIE Received
01/08/2018 Second SR via phone for I-765
01/10/2018 RFIE Evidence Sent
01/16/2018 Received Letter from Congressman* (awaiting RFIE response)
01/17/2018 Response to RFIE was Received
01/18/2018 New Card is being produced EAD (Day 123)

[Mann5050]

Got the email I have been waiting for. Yesterday got confirmation they had received my RFIE and today my EAD card is being produced.

Here's my timeline below
09/15/2017 Package Sent
09/18/2017 Package Delivered
09/22/2017 Checks Cashed
09/25/2017 Case Accepted, 4 SMS and Emails received
09/28/2017 Received 4 I-797C hard copies in mail
10/06/2017 Received Biometrics letter (scheduled 10/20/2017)
10/06/2017 Walked in and completed Biometrics
12/01/2016 SR online for I-765
12/18/2017 Phoned Congressman
12/22/2017 RFIE Received
01/08/2018 Second SR via phone for I-765
01/10/2018 RFIE Evidence Sent
01/16/2018 Received Letter from Congressman* (awaiting RFIE response)
01/17/2018 Response to RFIE was Received
01/18/2018 New Card is being produced EAD (Day 123)

Congrats. I never got any RFIE, and Congressman ask me to wait while they hear back from USCIS. I am happy for you.

[kaatti]

Interview

Hi guys...just wanted to give an update...we went through the interview this Wednesday...and I do have to say it was quite nerve wrecking...but I believe that even despite of the fact that our officer was like "Hitler's grandson with lumber jack facelift" (my husband's words) and really did a good job trying to catch us on pretty much anything he could by asking questions from different angles...I think we did good.....and yeah..we did get separated...I went first and my husband joined me about half an hour later....the only outcome I got was that the officer will either call us or send us a letter if he needs more information....so any idea what happens now??? Do we just wait?

[Mann5050]

Hi guys...just wanted to give an update...we went through the interview this Wednesday...and I do have to say it was quite nerve wrecking...but I believe that even despite of the fact that our officer was like "Hitler's grandson with lumber jack facelift" (my husband's words) and really did a good job trying to catch us on pretty much anything he could by asking questions from different angles...I think we did good.....and yeah..we did get separated...I went first and my husband joined me about half an hour later....the only outcome I got was that the officer will either call us or send us a letter if he needs more information....so any idea what happens now??? Do we just wait?

Congrats, I hope you hear a good news soon. Please what kind of questions were asked?

[GoodLucky]

Hey guys!

San Jose, California

09/15/2017 - Packet was sent
09/18/2017 - Packet delivered - Priority Date
09/20/2017 - Cases accepted. MSCxxxxxxxxxx
09/30/2017 - Fingerprint notice received
10/10/2017 - Biometric passed
10/13/2017 - Request for Evidence
10/26/2017 - Response To USCIS' Request For Evidence Was Received

It's been 85 days since they received my response. Should I initiate a SR? What is the best way to do it? Call them or do it online?
Is it a good idea to email my Congressman?

Thanks and good luck to everyone!

[Mann5050]

Approved! but what is Post Decision Activity

My i765 and i131 was approved on 25th Jan. I received the approval notice in the mail on 29th Jan.
The approval notice via email have something like this: Your Case Status: Post Decision Activity

Pls, who have an idea of what that mean, I have been checking my case just to see an update about EAD card being produced, but it only say "Approved"


19th Sept - PD
16th Oct: Biometrics by appointment
3rd Dec : 1st SR online on day 75, but never got assigned or completed
Dec 19: Congressman contacted USCIS after the new year holidays
Jan 19: Ombudsman
Jan 24: 2nd SR via call USCIS officer said I will get a decision by Jan 29th
Jan 26: Case update to approved on i765 and i131
Jan 30: Approval notice in mail


PS. What is Post Decision Activity? What does it mean?

- - - Updated - - -

Got the email I have been waiting for. Yesterday got confirmation they had received my RFIE and today my EAD card is being produced.

Here's my timeline below
09/15/2017 Package Sent
09/18/2017 Package Delivered
09/22/2017 Checks Cashed
09/25/2017 Case Accepted, 4 SMS and Emails received
09/28/2017 Received 4 I-797C hard copies in mail
10/06/2017 Received Biometrics letter (scheduled 10/20/2017)
10/06/2017 Walked in and completed Biometrics
12/01/2016 SR online for I-765
12/18/2017 Phoned Congressman
12/22/2017 RFIE Received
01/08/2018 Second SR via phone for I-765
01/10/2018 RFIE Evidence Sent
01/16/2018 Received Letter from Congressman* (awaiting RFIE response)
01/17/2018 Response to RFIE was Received
01/18/2018 New Card is being produced EAD (Day 123)

Hey. you got your EAD card yet?

[xenia]

I-131

Hello everyone! Do you guys know if I can apply for I-131 ? I submit i-130, i-485, i-765 in September and recived my EAD on December 20th. I found out about advance parole way later after I sent all documents. And if I can .. what do you think guys ? Will I receive the new card in about 100 days ? And as i understand it is free for me,isn't it ?

[kaylip]

Hey guys!

San Jose, California

09/15/2017 - Packet was sent
09/18/2017 - Packet delivered - Priority Date
09/20/2017 - Cases accepted. MSCxxxxxxxxxx
09/30/2017 - Fingerprint notice received
10/10/2017 - Biometric passed
10/13/2017 - Request for Evidence
10/26/2017 - Response To USCIS' Request For Evidence Was Received

It's been 85 days since they received my response. Should I initiate a SR? What is the best way to do it? Call them or do it online?
Is it a good idea to email my Congressman?

Thanks and good luck to everyone!

Hey what was the RFE that they requested?

[Dreamerdancer42]

Any interviews scheduled??????

Hey what was the RFE that they requested?

So- i havent been here in forever because , there has been no movement since I got my EAD.. only my status finally changed on I 765 while ago to “card was mailed”, after ive had the card for like months. Still no interview letter

[Mann5050]

Update

19th Sept - PD
16th Oct: Biometrics by appointment
3rd Dec : 1st SR online on day 75, but never got assigned or completed
Dec 19: Congressman contacted USCIS after the new year holidays
Jan 19: Ombudsman
Jan 24: 2nd SR via call USCIS officer said I will get a decision by Jan 29th
Jan 26: Case update to approved on i765 and i131
Jan 30: Approval notice in mail
Jan 31: Received update that card was mailed to me
Feb 2: Card was delivered