June 2020 filings

[kjm464]

congratulations...can you give some details on how the interview was, what questions were asked etc?

Of course. My interview was at 8:30, we arrived at 8:10 and waited until 8:15 to be allowed in. When you go in they check your ID and interview notice then you pass your belongings through the scanner like at the airport. We were called in right after 8:30. I was expecting them to be intimidating like airport security but our officer was very laid back and relaxed. No one in uniforms like I thought lol except for the offers running security at the entrance.

For the actual interview questions were very straightforward. They asked us to give a timeline of our relationship - when we met, when we visited, when we first lived together, got engaged, got married etc. Month and year were fine. Then he asked what we like to do for fun - we talked about how we ski a lot in winter, hike and camp in summer, travel a lot when we can. Then he asked about a regular night after work and we just talked about watching Netflix, movies, etc.

Then he reviewed our forms I-485 and I-130, asked us to state each other’s names, birthdays, parents names, where each other was born, job and job title. How many times has each other been married including this one, do you have any kids from this marriage or any previous relationship. Then he asked me questions from the long yes/no question section, he maybe asked 10-15 of those questions, straight from the form - things like have you ever entered the US illegally, have you ever worked without authorization, have you ever falsely claimed to be a US citizen, have you ever been arrested or convicted of any crimes. He did ask me how many times do I think I have entered the US ever and on which statuses, what has been my longest stay in the US before my current one. They were ok with an estimate there I did not know exact answers.

He then reviewed our updated evidence. Things we included: joint bank statements (very important), photocopies of joint credit cards, credit card statements, title and mortgage of our home, previous rental leases, joint health/car/home insurance, joint bills (we only have one), flight records from flights taken together or to see each other, memberships we have together (example costco, homeowners association, ski passes), documents to support booking of our wedding (venue, vendors, save the dates, photographer), photos with friends and family, screenshots of ******** or Instagram posts to show us tagged with friends and family or friends and family liking/commenting.

He did do some updates on information that had changed since we submitted or anything that might have been missing. I did have to sign to approve these changes - they want you bringing your own pen (black or blue ink)

The whole thing took 30 minutes, we were back in the car by 9:15. He told us at the end that everything looked good he just had to finish reviewing our updated evidence, review my medical, and do our background checks - and if everything was good to expect approval later in the day or in the next day or two. I received the approval at about 3pm

Keeping you all in my thoughts! I hope you all receive good news soon!

[kemkev]

Of course. My interview was at 8:30, we arrived at 8:10 and waited until 8:15 to be allowed in. When you go in they check your ID and interview notice then you pass your belongings through the scanner like at the airport. We were called in right after 8:30. I was expecting them to be intimidating like airport security but our officer was very laid back and relaxed. No one in uniforms like I thought lol except for the offers running security at the entrance.

For the actual interview questions were very straightforward. They asked us to give a timeline of our relationship - when we met, when we visited, when we first lived together, got engaged, got married etc. Month and year were fine. Then he asked what we like to do for fun - we talked about how we ski a lot in winter, hike and camp in summer, travel a lot when we can. Then he asked about a regular night after work and we just talked about watching Netflix, movies, etc.

Then he reviewed our forms I-485 and I-130, asked us to state each other’s names, birthdays, parents names, where each other was born, job and job title. How many times has each other been married including this one, do you have any kids from this marriage or any previous relationship. Then he asked me questions from the long yes/no question section, he maybe asked 10-15 of those questions, straight from the form - things like have you ever entered the US illegally, have you ever worked without authorization, have you ever falsely claimed to be a US citizen, have you ever been arrested or convicted of any crimes. He did ask me how many times do I think I have entered the US ever and on which statuses, what has been my longest stay in the US before my current one. They were ok with an estimate there I did not know exact answers.

He then reviewed our updated evidence. Things we included: joint bank statements (very important), photocopies of joint credit cards, credit card statements, title and mortgage of our home, previous rental leases, joint health/car/home insurance, joint bills (we only have one), flight records from flights taken together or to see each other, memberships we have together (example costco, homeowners association, ski passes), documents to support booking of our wedding (venue, vendors, save the dates, photographer), photos with friends and family, screenshots of **** **** or Instagram posts to show us tagged with friends and family or friends and family liking/commenting.

He did do some updates on information that had changed since we submitted or anything that might have been missing. I did have to sign to approve these changes - they want you bringing your own pen (black or blue ink)

The whole thing took 30 minutes, we were back in the car by 9:15. He told us at the end that everything looked good he just had to finish reviewing our updated evidence, review my medical, and do our background checks - and if everything was good to expect approval later in the day or in the next day or two. I received the approval at about 3pm

Keeping you all in my thoughts! I hope you all receive good news soon!

Congrgats on successfully passing this hurdle, My interview is on Dec. 04th. Hopefully it goes as smoothly as yours!!!

[rohjas]

Im a june filer as well. Haven’t gotten my biometrics appointment yet. In San Francisco :-( I already requested for followup.

Could you tell me whats the reasoning you gave to USCIS for expediting EAD card and why did they reject your request to expedite? Are you in healthcare industry or did you show any other kind of severe financial personal/business loss? And how?

I have a job offer that I need to join by 7 December and haven’t had my biometrics done or EAD approved yet.

Looking forward to your response. Thanks in advance.

[Gcapplicant2019]

Hello ,
we received the EAD card today, good luck everyone.
now waiting for the interview to be scheduled or waived .

[mamad2100]

Im a june filer as well. Haven’t gotten my biometrics appointment yet. In San Francisco :-( I already requested for followup.

Did they respond to your E-request today?
I filled on OCT 30th still no response

[Youngtunkz]

Hi I filled a day after you.. Did u hear from them since u filed ??

[atl2020]

Did they respond to your E-request today?
I filled on OCT 30th still no response

Got my biometrics appointment a few weeks ago, and completed finger printing on 12/11. They updated my I765 and I485 application the following day - "fingerprint received". Now waiting for next update. fingers crossed.

[atl2020]

Hi I filled a day after you.. Did u hear from them since u filed ??

Did you get biometrics appointment yet? i just finished mine. was wondering how long before they issue EAD

[atl2020]

Could you tell me whats the reasoning you gave to USCIS for expediting EAD card and why did they reject your request to expedite? Are you in healthcare industry or did you show any other kind of severe financial personal/business loss? And how?

I have a job offer that I need to join by 7 December and haven’t had my biometrics done or EAD approved yet.

Looking forward to your response. Thanks in advance.

Wasn't sure if I replied to this yet. I am in the tourism industry - i have both a small business and a full time job. i lost my job but had a new job offer. i also listed long term effects, but i think the rejection of the request came mostly from the fact that i didnt have biometric appointment at the time i requested to expedite.

Where are you now in the process? did you get a biometrics appointment yet?

[Johnny6751]

My timeline so far:

-01/27/20: Same sex couple, married to USC.
-06/29/20: Package I-130, I-130A, I-131, I-485, I-693, I-765, I-864, I-864 joint sponsor and I-944 sent via certified mail USPS.
-06/30/20: Delivered by USPS and signed by Chicago lockbox T Thomas.
-07/25/20: Checks cashed.
-07/30/20: Text messages received with case confirmation numbers.
-07/31/20: Received NOA's in the mail.
-08/05/20: Received RFIE notification from USCIS for I-485, letter to follow via mail.
-08/10/20: Received RFIE in the mail asking for my partner's pay stubs for the last 6 months and letter of employment.
-09/18/20: Mailed out RFIE to Lee-Summit's office.
-09/21/20: USCIS confirms they've received RFIE.
-10/27/2020: Called USCIS regarding biometrics appointment not yet scheduled. USCIS send E-Request to Chicago FO.
-11/10/2020: Immigration officer reaches out to me via phone call to explain the reason I haven't received a biometrics appointment, appointment will come eventually.
-11/23/2020: USCIS files another E-Request for biometrics.
-12/04/2020: USCIS confirms biometrics appointment has been scheduled and letter with details is in the mail already.
-12/05/2020: Biometrics appointment scheduled for December 21st 2020.

[gonzalezceq]

I filed I-485 I-131 and I-765 NBC

06/24/2020 - Filed
06/30/2020 - Delivered by USPS
07/15/2020 - Check cashed out by USCIS
07/17/2020 - Received 3 text messages and emails
07/21/2020 - Received 3 letters in mail
12/18/2020 - Received Biometrics Appointment for 01/04/2021
01/04/2021 - Biometrics Appointment Done
03/15/2021 - Interview letter for 04/22/2021 - Miami Office

[mamad2100]

Did they respond to your E-request today?
I filled on OCT 30th still no response

Finally got my bio metric appointment for January 5! after filing 2 E-request and many calls.
Question: what do I need to take with me beside the letter and ID? My wife needs to be there too? (marriage based). Do they take pictures and use those pictures for future cards?

[Gcapplicant2019]

Finally got my bio metric appointment for January 5! after filing 2 E-request and many calls.
Question: what do I need to take with me beside the letter and ID? My wife needs to be there too? (marriage based). Do they take pictures and use those pictures for future cards?

All what you need are the ID and the letter, they will take a photo for you and probably this one will be used for the green card not the one you sent .
The petitioner doesn’t need to be present for the biometric appointment and I think she will not be allowed inside due to COVID restrictions.

[Gcapplicant2019]

I can’t even believe it , my husband’s I-485 case changed into new card is being produced. I’m overjoyed

[Johnny6751]

06/30/2020 PD. I just completed my biometrics today.

My timeline so far: -01/27/20: Same sex couple, married to USC.
-06/29/20: Package I-130, I-130A, I-131, I-485, I-693, I-765, I-864, I-864 joint sponsor and I-944 sent via certified mail USPS.
-06/30/20: Delivered by USPS and signed by Chicago lockbox T Thomas.
-07/25/20: Checks cashed.
-07/30/20: Text messages received with case confirmation numbers.
-07/31/20: Received NOA's in the mail.
-08/05/20: Received RFIE notification from USCIS for I-485, letter to follow via mail.
-08/10/20: Received RFIE in the mail asking for my partner's pay stubs for the last 6 months and letter of employment.
-09/18/20: Mailed out RFIE to Lee-Summit's office.
-09/21/20: USCIS confirms they've received RFIE.
-10/27/2020: Called USCIS regarding biometrics appointment not yet scheduled. USCIS send E-Request to Chicago FO.
-11/10/2020: Immigration officer reaches out to me via phone call to explain the reason I haven't received a biometrics appointment, appointment will come eventually.
-11/23/2020: USCIS files another E-Request for biometrics.
-12/04/2020: USCIS confirms biometrics appointment has been scheduled and letter with details is in the mail already.
-12/05/2020: Biometrics appointment scheduled for December 21st 2020.
-12/21/2020: Biometrics taken.