AOS FILERS: NOVEMBER 2008

[nicksNbrian 0]

USCIS Offices and Application Support Centers Will Be Closed December 25 - 26

Due to the Christmas holiday, and to an Executive Order excusing executive branch non-Postal Service employees from duty on Friday, December 26, 2008, all USCIS offices and Application Support Centers will be closed on Thursday, December 25 and Friday, December 26.

Those with appointments for biometrics at an Application Support Center for December 26 will be rescheduled for the next available appointment; those appointments will usually be two to four weeks in the future.

We apologize for any inconvenience.

Due to this, my biometrics appiontment has been moved to january 6, that's why i was wondering why they sent me another biometrics appointment.

[Mitchamy 0]

correct me if im wrong.. but ive heard that sometimes K-1 applicants never do biometrics and they get approved for green card... so.. if that cheers you up a little

Everyone will undergo biometrics. That will be on their data base forever. Starting June 18, 09, every greencard holders will have biometrics at POE. Fingerprints and photos will be compared on the baseline biometrics. That process will be enforced to prevent entry of terrorists into the US.

Had my fingerprints and photos taken at POE last Oct. So wondering if all entering US with visa have to undergo that too. Me and lady from Thailand entering on K1 was called on a separate line and there, we had fingerprints and photos taken.

Thanks!

Amy

[Brian and Jenn 0]

correct me if im wrong.. but ive heard that sometimes K-1 applicants never do biometrics and they get approved for green card... so.. if that cheers you up a little

Everyone will undergo biometrics. That will be on their data base forever. Starting June 18, 09, every greencard holders will have biometrics at POE. Fingerprints and photos will be compared on the baseline biometrics. That process will be enforced to prevent entry of terrorists into the US.

Had my fingerprints and photos taken at POE last Oct. So wondering if all entering US with visa have to undergo that too. Me and lady from Thailand entering on K1 was called on a separate line and there, we had fingerprints and photos taken.

Thanks!

Amy

Yes sir.

Even people who had their finger prints take at their POE are required to undergo the Biometrics.

Simple quick process but yes seems silly as you have already done it.

On a side note I feel like Michael Jackson - I've been touched more in the last 2 weeks then..............HA!

Edited December 23, 2008 by Brian and Jenn

[chris-lei 1]

Had my fingerprints and photos taken at POE last Oct. So wondering if all entering US with visa have to undergo that too. Me and lady from Thailand entering on K1 was called on a separate line and there, we had fingerprints and photos taken.

Thanks!

Amy

Yes, you will again undergo another fingerprinting and photo session. The fingerprinting this time will be more detailed. But nontheless will only take like 10 minutes of your time.

[aravis227 1]

Had my fingerprints and photos taken at POE last Oct. So wondering if all entering US with visa have to undergo that too. Me and lady from Thailand entering on K1 was called on a separate line and there, we had fingerprints and photos taken.

Thanks!

Amy

Yes, you will again undergo another fingerprinting and photo session. The fingerprinting this time will be more detailed. But nontheless will only take like 10 minutes of your time.

My husband did the full on fingerprinting on the electronic finger-print taker for his K1 interview (I wanted to play with the machine!), but he has another biometrics appointment for AOS. It seems redundant...but I can sort of understand it because it's another way to track that the person they're dealing with is the same person they interviewed for the K1, etc.

Edited December 23, 2008 by aravis227

[Mymee 0]

Got a notice today telling me my I485 application has been transferred to California Service Center for processing. Is this normal?

- Martin

It is normal. I think most of the K1 applicants generally get transferred to the CSC and by pass the interview. Good luck to you.

As for me I am still waiting on biometric appointment letter I hope they didn't forget about me

you're not alone...I still don't get any update or appointment letter from uscis. It's a month ago. just noas..

[marryme 0]

Got a notice today telling me my I485 application has been transferred to California Service Center for processing. Is this normal?

- Martin

It is normal. I think most of the K1 applicants generally get transferred to the CSC and by pass the interview. Good luck to you.

As for me I am still waiting on biometric appointment letter I hope they didn't forget about me

you're not alone...I still don't get any update or appointment letter from uscis. It's a month ago. just noas..

It seems all my hopes for this year is gone

Maybe the New Year will bring some good news.

[Eshansmommy 2]

USCIS Offices and Application Support Centers Will Be Closed December 25 - 26

Due to the Christmas holiday, and to an Executive Order excusing executive branch non-Postal Service employees from duty on Friday, December 26, 2008, all USCIS offices and Application Support Centers will be closed on Thursday, December 25 and Friday, December 26.

Those with appointments for biometrics at an Application Support Center for December 26 will be rescheduled for the next available appointment; those appointments will usually be two to four weeks in the future.

We apologize for any inconvenience.

Due to this, my biometrics appiontment has been moved to january 6, that's why i was wondering why they sent me another biometrics appointment.

Oh okay this makes sense, I have another biometrics too, but doesnt that mean that our whole application is moved up then? It sucks, my other appointment isnt till 3 weeks from now. So, i have to add an extra 3 weeks to the "60-90 days procedure"?

[cassi9879 20]

I'm starting to get worried now because I have seen several transfers to CSC and several touches as well. My case has not been touched since my biometrics.

Ours haven't been touched since the day after biometrics.

[metinil 0]

I'm starting to get worried now because I have seen several transfers to CSC and several touches as well. My case has not been touched since my biometrics.

Ours haven't been touched since the day after biometrics.

Same, though I doubt mine would get transferred since I'm adjusting from a tourist visa.

[Petersons 0]

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!
fellow VJers.....

[tandb4ever 0]

after having such a bad week...and my husband losing his job....

we had the best christmas present ever!

i got my card production order today!!!!

*** DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS E-MAIL ***

The last processing action taken on your case

Receipt Number: MSC**********

Application Type: I765 , APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT AUTHORIZATION

Current Status: Card production ordered.

On December 24, 2008, we ordered production of your new card. Please allow 30 days for your card to be mailed to you. If we need something from you we will contact you. If you move before you receive the card, call customer service. You can also receive automatic e-mail updates as we process your case. Just follow the link below to register.

i guess my expedite worked...or it was due in no time! i gotta study for my DL test now!!

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!

[cassi9879 20]

after having such a bad week...and my husband losing his job....

we had the best christmas present ever!

i got my card production order today!!!!

*** DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS E-MAIL ***

The last processing action taken on your case

Receipt Number: MSC**********

Application Type: I765 , APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT AUTHORIZATION

Current Status: Card production ordered.

On December 24, 2008, we ordered production of your new card. Please allow 30 days for your card to be mailed to you. If we need something from you we will contact you. If you move before you receive the card, call customer service. You can also receive automatic e-mail updates as we process your case. Just follow the link below to register.

i guess my expedite worked...or it was due in no time! i gotta study for my DL test now!!

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!

Congratulations!

[Brian-Charisma 0]

USCIS Offices and Application Support Centers Will Be Closed December 25 - 26

Due to the Christmas holiday, and to an Executive Order excusing executive branch non-Postal Service employees from duty on Friday, December 26, 2008, all USCIS offices and Application Support Centers will be closed on Thursday, December 25 and Friday, December 26.

Those with appointments for biometrics at an Application Support Center for December 26 will be rescheduled for the next available appointment; those appointments will usually be two to four weeks in the future.

We apologize for any inconvenience.

Due to this, my biometrics appiontment has been moved to january 6, that's why i was wondering why they sent me another biometrics appointment.

yes it is closed today till tomorrow...i had my Biometrics Appointment yesterday dec 24...

its quick and i am the first applicant to finished the process coz we are early there and need to do things for christmas...

Merry Christmas to everyone!!!

[drl 0]

after having such a bad week...and my husband losing his job....

we had the best christmas present ever!

i got my card production order today!!!!

*** DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS E-MAIL ***

The last processing action taken on your case

Receipt Number: MSC**********

Application Type: I765 , APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT AUTHORIZATION

Current Status: Card production ordered.

On December 24, 2008, we ordered production of your new card. Please allow 30 days for your card to be mailed to you. If we need something from you we will contact you. If you move before you receive the card, call customer service. You can also receive automatic e-mail updates as we process your case. Just follow the link below to register.

i guess my expedite worked...or it was due in no time! i gotta study for my DL test now!!

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!

This is really the best Christmas present. I hope I can get this also, haha. Congratulations and Merry Christmas.