AOS FILERS: OCTOBER 2008

[KHPerfectMatch 1]

IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT DR. ARNOLD

It is important to note that Dr. Arnold will not be able to fill out a completed I-693 form. The part 2 of the the I-693 form cannot be performed if you do not go to their office in Texas. If you are not in the local area this may not be the best option for you.

I was recently told at my initial interview that they could not give us the approval because the I-693 Medical form was not completed all the way. For my situation the part 2 medical examination was not filled out because my wife was not physically there for the examination. I had no way of know that the form was not completely fill out because it was sealed until my interview.

There are cases were Dr. Arnold's service would be acceptable by the USCIS. For example if you were a K-1 Visa Applicant that is now applying for a AOS, it would work out to your advantage because you would have most likely already have completed a medical examination prior to coming to the United States during the K-1 phase of your citizenship process. If this sound like your situation or case and you have had a prior medical examination done that USCIS already has on file then by all means using Dr. Arnold would be a great way to save money on a Civil Surgeon.

In my case however we went straight to the AOS package and never have the medical examination done, therefore Dr. Arnolds office left that blank on the form putting our case on hold again. In conclusion please be advised if you are processing your AOS and or have not had a medical examination done or documented by the USCIS. Please go ahead and save your money and not use Dr. Arnold. Just go ahead and use the expensive but necessary Civil Surgeon in your Local area. If anyone is lost on this email me at dj_osmo@yahoo.com I dont check Visajourney that often.

Thanks for the info... I suggest you post it in the permanent section for I-693 info... Wish you'd posted it about a week ago... The Dr. Arnold issue was the main focus of the IO in our AOS interview. We got our AOS approval notice yesterday, but I was a little on edge ever since the interview out of fear we'd be denied for using Dr. Arnold...

However as you mentioned my husband did have his full exam completed as a part of the K-1 process, while he was in Egypt... so all we needed from Dr. Arnold was the immunization portion... But the IO spent a LOT of time questioning about this..asking if we traveled to Texas, how much did Dr. Arnold save us, how long did it take etc. etc. Not sure why we were questioned so much, but we're approved now, so I can stop worrying for SURE!

[dj_osmo 0]

IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT DR. ARNOLD

It is important to note that Dr. Arnold will not be able to fill out a completed I-693 form. The part 2 of the the I-693 form cannot be performed if you do not go to their office in Texas. If you are not in the local area this may not be the best option for you.

I was recently told at my initial interview that they could not give us the approval because the I-693 Medical form was not completed all the way. For my situation the part 2 medical examination was not filled out because my wife was not physically there for the examination. I had no way of know that the form was not completely fill out because it was sealed until my interview.

There are cases were Dr. Arnold's service would be acceptable by the USCIS. For example if you were a K-1 Visa Applicant that is now applying for a AOS, it would work out to your advantage because you would have most likely already have completed a medical examination prior to coming to the United States during the K-1 phase of your citizenship process. If this sound like your situation or case and you have had a prior medical examination done that USCIS already has on file then by all means using Dr. Arnold would be a great way to save money on a Civil Surgeon.

In my case however we went straight to the AOS package and never have the medical examination done, therefore Dr. Arnolds office left that blank on the form putting our case on hold again. In conclusion please be advised if you are processing your AOS and or have not had a medical examination done or documented by the USCIS. Please go ahead and save your money and not use Dr. Arnold. Just go ahead and use the expensive but necessary Civil Surgeon in your Local area. If anyone is lost on this email me at dj_osmo@yahoo.com I dont check Visajourney that often.

Thanks for the info... I suggest you post it in the permanent section for I-693 info... Wish you'd posted it about a week ago... The Dr. Arnold issue was the main focus of the IO in our AOS interview. We got our AOS approval notice yesterday, but I was a little on edge ever since the interview out of fear we'd be denied for using Dr. Arnold...

However as you mentioned my husband did have his full exam completed as a part of the K-1 process, while he was in Egypt... so all we needed from Dr. Arnold was the immunization portion... But the IO spent a LOT of time questioning about this..asking if we traveled to Texas, how much did Dr. Arnold save us, how long did it take etc. etc. Not sure why we were questioned so much, but we're approved now, so I can stop worrying for SURE!

I'm glad everything worked out for you. Our case took a while so we are looking at being one of the last ones approved. I wish I could have gotten this info out sooner.

[dpolarblastr 0]

Greetings folks,

Progress is good, approvals are better. Good seeing y'all getting where you need to go.

Just a question, I received an RFE for the most recent year W-2/1099. When I had first submitted the AOS, I had used my 2007 tax information on the 864. Now that I've already done my 2008s, would I have to send the 2007 W-2/1099 or the 2008? And, if I do send the 2008, would I need to redo the 864 for the 2008 information and send that as well, because the letter only asked for the most recent year W-2/1099.

[KIMCORENE 0]

Greetings folks,

Progress is good, approvals are better. Good seeing y'all getting where you need to go.

Just a question, I received an RFE for the most recent year W-2/1099. When I had first submitted the AOS, I had used my 2007 tax information on the 864. Now that I've already done my 2008s, would I have to send the 2007 W-2/1099 or the 2008? And, if I do send the 2008, would I need to redo the 864 for the 2008 information and send that as well, because the letter only asked for the most recent year W-2/1099.

Send the info for 2008. I would also redo the I-864 in case they need it- better safe than sorry.

[ramon&yuko 0]

hello

[idealistix 0]

Greetings folks,

Progress is good, approvals are better. Good seeing y'all getting where you need to go.

Just a question, I received an RFE for the most recent year W-2/1099. When I had first submitted the AOS, I had used my 2007 tax information on the 864. Now that I've already done my 2008s, would I have to send the 2007 W-2/1099 or the 2008? And, if I do send the 2008, would I need to redo the 864 for the 2008 information and send that as well, because the letter only asked for the most recent year W-2/1099.

I had a similar experience with my RFE. I strongly recommend sending in a new I-864 with the latest information from 2008, and also sending the 2008 tax returns and other documents. They probably already have the 2007 documents, but you can decide if you want to send those again or not.

[idealistix 0]

I-485 APPROVED!!! I received the e-mail notification from CRIS today. It is such a huge relief!

In other news, I moved from Ohio to Michigan two weeks ago to start working as an automotive engineer. My wife will be joining me soon and will start her new job in June. We both found good jobs in Michigan now, against seemingly impossible odds. We also have our traditional wedding ceremony next month (we are already legally married). Life is looking very good!

I hope my good fortune rubs off on other forum members still waiting on their applications or searching for jobs. All the best guys and gals!

Rosie: please update the spreadsheet with my new timeline info (see signature).

[KIMCORENE 0]

I-485 APPROVED!!! I received the e-mail notification from CRIS today. It is such a huge relief!

In other news, I moved from Ohio to Michigan two weeks ago to start working as an automotive engineer. My wife will be joining me soon and will start her new job in June. We both found good jobs in Michigan now, against seemingly impossible odds. We also have our traditional wedding ceremony next month (we are already legally married). Life is looking very good!

I hope my good fortune rubs off on other forum members still waiting on their applications or searching for jobs. All the best guys and gals!

Rosie: please update the spreadsheet with my new timeline info (see signature).

:dance: Congrats! Timeline updated.

Edited April 24, 2009 by KIMCORENE

[scully 0]

Greeting everybody.

We had our AOS Interview this morning at the local Denver Office and it was by far my most pleasant experience with Immigration ever.

The officer was so nice and friendly...everything went super smooth and quick. Just a few questions how we met and when, a few questions about my previous entries into the US because the I-94 from them where appaerently not there and than the copy of 2008 taxes, proof of income and so on. Had a nice chat about our wedding..showed some pictures , which she loved and that was it. Even received a I-551 Stamp in my passport afterv I mentioned that my Dad is havinf surgery next week in Germany so I will be able to travel should I need to before my GC arrives in the mail.

Over all awesome and big kuddos.

So now we are done for almost 2 years and than on to the next one incl. citizenship.....yeahhh

[KIMCORENE 0]

CONGRATS! :dance:

[CrystalBlue 0]

Its been a while since I logged on here.. Congrats for the tons of approval that have taken place. I had my AOS interview on 20th April in Newark NJ. The interview was scheduled for 10.30am but we were called in at 9.45.

I am one of those people whose parents had not decided on a name when I was born, they knew what my middle name was but had not decided on a first name. My birth certificate has just my middle name my parents decided on a name a couple of weeks later. All through my 28 years of living, my official docs have my first name and surname, I always initialize my middle name.. long story short, the interview officer questioned my name. As soon as we sat down in his cubicle, he asked me what my first name was I told him my first name and then he asked for my original birth certificate and asked why it has a different name one there…. I explained that my parents had not decided on a name for me when the certificate was issued. He insisted that there is no prove that I am the same person.. and asked me for any official document that have my names on there … I showed my passport, it has all three names spelt out, all my visas to Britain and the USA have all three names spelt out. He was not satisfied with that and I was getting livid…. I explained that all through my years of living I have gone by my first name and showed him my undergraduate diploma and masters diploma with my three names spelt out as well.. Long story short, he said I should do something to my birth certificate or change my name to what is indicated on my birth certificate…

He then asked my husband the names of my parents, when I came to the states, where I lived before we met, my phone number etc. He asked me the names of his parents and how long he has been working in his current job. He asked for joint documents we do not have much together besides out joint filed taxes and health insurance.. .We have taken a trips together and had pictures taken against known monuments. He took out one picture and asked if he could file it and took my I-94 and stapled it to my file. He went one to say that I should sort out the name issue before I apply for the permanent residency. Our case was approved. I am glad to be done with that this for a while.

Interestingly, I was not asked the "have you ever" questions… hummmmmm! I have received the welcome to America letter and got an email from CRIS that my case was approved..

Edited April 25, 2009 by CrystalBlue

[idealistix 0]

I received my green card yesterday! I am so glad that I don't have to deal with USCIS again until 2011.

[KIMCORENE 0]

Congrats, guys.

[eck2006 0]

hey guys, I finally received that stupid letter asking for me to resubmit my complete medical.it says on the first page sent the documents by May 12.

i already had a infopass appointment for the 5th of may..Do you think I should hand it over at my infopass?I remember the IO telling me if I go over there my case will be processed that day. But is that mean I have to go on the 12th of may?should I just mail it?

[Canadianmade 1]

CONGRADS idealistix, scully and CrystalBlue for getting approved for your green card and hope you guys celebrate Thanks for sharing your interview experience with us CrystalBlue and glad to hear that you got approved eventhough your IO was giving you a hard time about your name.