InfoPass Interview, Any Tips?

[Autumnal 25]

I've finally got a bit tired of waiting to hear anything about my concurrently filed I-485 and I-130. The last time they were touched was the end of August. I'd at least like to know if there's been any commentary or whatnot, so I scheduled an Infopass appointment.

The I-130 is supposed to be approved within 30-90 days, ideally; but it's been at least five months and that's well over the basics. Unless they're waiting to approve it along with the I-485, shouldn't they send some sort of notification?

This is such a frustrating wait, since I really do want to obtain residency.

I'm not even sure where they are being processed from! Is there any way to find out? We filed from within the US to Chicago lockbox, got the approvals of the I-131 and the I-765 from Missouri and never heard anything more. I've been checking the online case status and nothing's changed. Not even touched.

[motu 6]

My feeling is that you still have the 'its taking 180 days to 220 days message ...' or something like that and the infopass person may not be able to tell you anything different. I didn't get a biometrics but have an AOS interview - the infopass lady told me 'I can't schedule a biometrics for you - only 'they' can.' And we came back with nothing! But, I think its possible that if she can see something in your file, she may be able to help you but don't get your hopes up too much. And I agree, in the absence of everything - this is all you can do. Good luck

Edited January 29, 2006 by motu

[kc456 0]

It really depends on your local office how soon your interview would be scheduled. It seems that your other applications are in order and nothing is outside of the processing timelines.

It is true that local office has access to more info than 800-line, but don't know what they could be able to tell you.

Don't get your hopes too high, and you would not be disappointed.

Good luck!

[belladona_ph 0]

Hi there,

When you make an appointment for infopass..prepare the questions you want answered... bring copies of notices and documents. It helps if you make a list of your Reciept Number so at least it would be easy for the immigration officer to review and provide them copies of the notices. Come early too, since you may get an early appointment in case there are no other cases to attend.

Good luck!

Jan

I've finally got a bit tired of waiting to hear anything about my concurrently filed I-485 and I-130. The last time they were touched was the end of August. I'd at least like to know if there's been any commentary or whatnot, so I scheduled an Infopass appointment.

The I-130 is supposed to be approved within 30-90 days, ideally; but it's been at least five months and that's well over the basics. Unless they're waiting to approve it along with the I-485, shouldn't they send some sort of notification?

This is such a frustrating wait, since I really do want to obtain residency.

I'm not even sure where they are being processed from! Is there any way to find out? We filed from within the US to Chicago lockbox, got the approvals of the I-131 and the I-765 from Missouri and never heard anything more. I've been checking the online case status and nothing's changed. Not even touched.