October 2019 Filers

[denithedreamers]

Maybe! I’m not sure if that is considered an RFIE though? Hopefully the letter will come in the next day or two

From what I've been reading yes it is an RFE. However, it is pretty standard for those who didn't submit medical in the initial package and you are allowed to bring the medical exam during the interview.

[didoesque]

From what I've been reading yes it is an RFE. However, it is pretty standard for those who didn't submit medical in the initial package and you are allowed to bring the medical exam during the interview.

Thanks for clarifying. It almost makes more sense since both sohi429 and I have the exact same timeline. That would be too weird if we both got RFIE’d also on the same day if it wasn’t for something standard like the medical.

I know it’s speculation u til we receive the letter, but if it is the medical, does that mean our cases are on hold until we respond (as it shows in the online status)?

[denithedreamers]

Thanks for clarifying. It almost makes more sense since both sohi429 and I have the exact same timeline. That would be too weird if we both got RFIE’d also on the same day if it wasn’t for something standard like the medical.

I know it’s speculation u til we receive the letter, but if it is the medical, does that mean our cases are on hold until we respond (as it shows in the online status)?

For AOS with required interview, you can bring medical to the interview and it shouldn't delay the process.

[didoesque]

For AOS with required interview, you can bring medical to the interview and it shouldn't delay the process.

Thanks! That’s what we had understood when we submitted the package. Hopefully the RFIE is for the medical then.

[sohi429]

Omg, me too!! Case status updated today to Request for Initial Evidence sent. I just went through our package and nothing appears to be missing, but I’ve also read this happens all the time if forms get misplaced etc. I’m very happy there’s some movement on both of our cases!

I will post an update as soon as we receive the RFIE in the mail. Very curious about what it could be..

Lol, we keep the twinning streak alive!

The issue for me is that I did indeed send in all the documents in the initial package including the medical. Usually, it seems like the RFIE is issued due to medical, birth certificate or the financial documents for supporting I-864.

[didoesque]

Lol, we keep the twinning streak alive!

The issue for me is that I did indeed send in all the documents in the initial package including the medical. Usually, it seems like the RFIE is issued due to medical, birth certificate or the financial documents for supporting I-864.

Ok well there goes that theory then, lol. At this point it’s anyone’s guess. We did not submit medical, and we did include a certified translation with my husband’s birth certificate. Also filed the 864w (exemption) since he has over 40 ss credits. We shall see in a few days once those letters arrive..

[british_guy]

It’s been a week since USCIS has said “expedite request received”. How much longer will it take for them to get back in touch?

[singiepdx]

adding my case to the list of October filers.


H1B since 2010.
Been on F1 prior to 2010, including OPT.
Employer filed EB2 priority date with approved I-140 of July 2015. Indian national

Got married to USC, June 2019.
Concurrent filing for AOS based on marriage in October, I-130, I864W, I765 (EAD)

Flew to India after filing and came back mid November, 2019. Entry was on H1B. Didn't have I-131 filed.


10/21/2019 mailed AOS package.
10/22/2019 mail received by USCIS Chicago Lockbox.
11/06/2019 received NOA via mail for I130,765 and 485
11/22/2019 Biometrics appointment letter received for 12/04

Local USCIS office appointment tomorrow for biometrics at Portland, OR.

[denithedreamers]

adding my case to the list of October filers.

Flew to India after filing and came back mid November, 2019. Entry was on H1B. Didn't have I-131 filed.

Wouldn't your AOS be considered abandoned? Did you consult to a lawyer?

[singiepdx]

Wouldn't your AOS be considered abandoned? Did you consult to a lawyer?

Not that I know of. I did speak to a lawyer before I filed.

Since my H1B visa was still valid there was no need for the I-131.

[spectrum786]

10/22/2019 mailed out my AOS package.
10/24/2019 AOS package received by USCIS Texas .
11/10/2019 received Official Receipts Notice (I-797) hard copy at home address
11/25/2019 received I-797C biometric appointment.
12/03/19 biometric complete

[Enub4]

Just received an update text for my case status tonight around 8pm CST.

"Case is ready to be scheduled for an interview"
We will schedule your interview and send you a notice.

Question .. How long should I be expecting the notice letter in my mail box?

That status will not send a notice letter. You need to wait to change again to "Interview Scheduled" and after that update, it usually arrives in a week.

[Enub4]

Wouldn't your AOS be considered abandoned? Did you consult to a lawyer?

There are a few visas that let you travel abroad and back and not make the AOS be considered abandoned. H1 is one of those.

[Trini0616]

Seems like many July filers received their EAD combo cards in November (4 months) and are starting to receive interview notices in December (5 months). Lots of action on the July Filers thread, not bad as far as processing time goes.

[british_guy]

I got an email from USCIS this morning regarding my expedite asking for evidence. I faxed over my cover letter, my job offer letter and my student loan grant over payment.

What can I except now?