March 2010 filers

[Vivi6 12]

So we went to our interview today and I hated it! We arrived and the officer asked us the regular questions: asked us to confirm our address, where and when we met (back in france 6 years ago), if our parents knew each other, if we knew each other's family, etc... But after that, she asked us to show some more proof of the validity of our marriage. Since we had put a huge amount of annotated photos that were taken all around the world on our many travels together, three affidavits including one from one of our wedding witnesses, our lease papers and our marriage certificate already in our file, we didn't bring many more proofs. So We showed her a few extra pictures that I had brought and made copies our our insurance cards that show that we are both on the same plan.

She asked us if some people in our family had sent us congratulations cards for our marriage and they did maybe 2 or 3 of them, but I hated myself at that moment cause I really didn't think of bringing them! So I apologize for not bringing them and she said that if we had been interviewed by someone else we would have been in more trouble etc. That comment scared me a great deal!

Also, Marc and I never actually proposed to each other. Marriage was something we had talked about for a while and we decided together to get married in September, even before we thought of staying in the US... So when she asked Marc how he had proposed to me... He was surprised by the question and said that it was a common decision. Also, since we got married only with 5 or 6 friends, it might have given her the idea that the wedding wasn't "real"... I don't know. I'm just speculating and worrying. (I excel at that!!)

So anyway, bottom line is we have been together for 6 years (anniversary on June 6th) and have lived together for 5 years. We ARE in love and want to be granted the right to live together. There's no fraud, no lie about the reality of our relationship and I think that it's obvious given the pictures etc.

So, hoping to be reassured, when the officer asked us if we had any further questions, I asked her "So... for what possible reason do you think the AOS could be refused?" and she answered with an obvious kind of tone "Well! You don't have many proofs of your marriage, you're young, I don't know... But if everything goes fine you should receive your card in the mail within a month from now."

I hated that answer! I thought: No proof of our marriage? We've been together for years, have loads of pictures, people's affidavit, pictures of the wedding, the honeymoon, and the marriage certificate! What more? We're young??? So what!? We got married last September and were both 23 years-old. I don't think it's really that young!!

We left with a paper giving the name of the officer with the boxes "Your case has been continued for the reason(s) checked below:" and "Further Review" that were both ticked. Since I noticed there is another box saying "Congratulations, your adjustment of status has been approved" that she DIDN'T tick, I'm extremely nervous and I feel like I'm going to pass out any time!!!

Do you guys think they might refuse us the AOS or that we might have another interview? Or di you think that the evidence we brought seems sufficient?

Wow, congratulation cards??? I haven't even thought of that! Sorry about your experience, but don't worry too much, hopefully they will let you know about the next step soon.

I just feel it's kind of silly to have to prove marriage...I mean, if you think about it, being on bills etc. together is not really much proof...I mean, anybody can do that! It's more the way the 2 people interact, which I guess is harder to see. They would have to see you in everyday life to be able to tell 100%, my husband for example is so forgetful I wouldn't be surprised if he tripped on our wedding date! Last week he told somebody MAY 6th when it's MARCH 6th!!!! I was like OMG I'm gonna kill you!

[jimnlena 8]

We left with a paper giving the name of the officer with the boxes "Your case has been continued for the reason(s) checked below:" and "Further Review" that were both ticked. Since I noticed there is another box saying "Congratulations, your adjustment of status has been approved" that she DIDN'T tick, I'm extremely nervous and I feel like I'm going to pass out any time!!!

Do you guys think they might refuse us the AOS or that we might have another interview? Or di you think that the evidence we brought seems sufficient?

I would not worry, they did not deny. At worst may want another interview or you to send more "PROOF"

[fattylittleslug 0]

My EAD has been approved and I've received my AP.

How long should I expect to receive the approval of AOS?

Bless!~~~

Edited June 3, 2010 by fattylittleslug

[jimnlena 8]

My EAD has been approved and I've received my AP.

How long should I expect to receive the approval of AOS?

Bless!~~~

That is the great unknown!!! Lena got approval notice 5 days later, but I see some folks waiting since last year!

[honeybeme 0]

Today I received text messages for my 2nd EAD card production ordered..

I hope i get my EAD and AOS card soon...!!

Since my husband is leaving this month to work for awhile in Phil. Im hoping to get this thing done before he leaves the country so I can go with him and visit my family back there.

[DainandVicky 4]

Vicky's first U.S. job interview today at 4:30.

Wish her luck!

[Vivi6 12]

Vicky's first U.S. job interview today at 4:30.

Wish her luck!

WOOOOOOW!!!!!Good luck Vicky! Keep us posted

[honeybeme 0]

Vicky's first U.S. job interview today at 4:30.

Wish her luck!

Goodluck Vicky..

[Vivi6 12]

So guys,

I need advice. I know it looks like the website and stuff has not really been working for me, but they are supposed to approve my EAD and AP this week. It's Thrusday already, and no news.

I noticed my AP is stuck on 04/07 as last update. Do you think if nothing changes on Monday I should call USCIS and see what's up since it's technically 60 days they have not worked on that application? Usually that's what they say, like, "If your case was updated in the last 60 days then it means we are working on it". But what about this case? I know my interview is pretty soon and that EAD and AP will probably just show up in the mail in 3 weeks or so, but if they don't send me emails or updates, how am I gonna know?

[M and F 3]

So guys,

I need advice. I know it looks like the website and stuff has not really been working for me, but they are supposed to approve my EAD and AP this week. It's Thrusday already, and no news.

I noticed my AP is stuck on 04/07 as last update. Do you think if nothing changes on Monday I should call USCIS and see what's up since it's technically 60 days they have not worked on that application? Usually that's what they say, like, "If your case was updated in the last 60 days then it means we are working on it". But what about this case? I know my interview is pretty soon and that EAD and AP will probably just show up in the mail in 3 weeks or so, but if they don't send me emails or updates, how am I gonna know?

I'm in the same boat as you. AP hasn't been touched since 4/5 and last touch for EAD was 5/3 but that's only bc of the fingerprints.

VJ i think says he will get his ap/ead within this week...

So I'm thinking of calling early next week.

Calling doesn't hurt ...I would call sooner but it's hard because he needs to be present when I call bc they wont speak to me without him.

Hard to do when I leave for work at 7am and get back home at 8pm

[jimnlena 8]

I'm in the same boat as you. AP hasn't been touched since 4/5 and last touch for EAD was 5/3 but that's only bc of the fingerprints.

VJ i think says he will get his ap/ead within this week...

So I'm thinking of calling early next week.

Calling doesn't hurt ...I would call sooner but it's hard because he needs to be present when I call bc they wont speak to me without him.

Hard to do when I leave for work at 7am and get back home at 8pm

Here is a hopeful for you, My AP had not been touched since mar 29th, and I recieved approval today

[M and F 3]

Here is a hopeful for you, My AP had not been touched since mar 29th, and I recieved approval today

Really? So the website still shows as 3/29th as the last touch?

How did you receive the approval? In the mail?

I haven't checked your timeline ...but what about your EAD?

Thanks

Really? So the website still shows as 3/29th as the last touch?

How did you receive the approval? In the mail?

I haven't checked your timeline ...but what about your EAD?

Thanks

I just answered my questions ...saw your timeline What's weird is that I sent the electronic notice request and of course am not getting any texts or emails! lol.

Go Figure!!

[Blackbird 0]

OK. Just came back from my Interview in Irving Texas. So, i guess i am out to set a record. We got there and patiently waited with our restaurant style buzzer. A lot of couples and interviewers/IO's coming to get people. We left our cellphones in the car. Anyway, i guess it was at 12:30pm (right on time for interview schedule) our buzzer goes off. This lill old lady comes to get us and tells us that they don't have our file so "NO INTERVIEW TODAY UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE" .....What!! Are you kidding me! Pinch me or something coz i must be dreaming. Lol. ANyway, she was extremely apologetic and said that our file hasnt arrived in :bonk:Irving. I have everything including my EAD and no interview? Pinch me again........ She took our interview notice letter and wrote on it that i was there but file wasn't. Now i just hope they haven't lost it coz i am going crazy. She doesn't even know when they will call me. I PRAY that they haven't lost my file ......wow.:help:I am loosing my mind. Anyway, i will try stay calm just coz i believe everything happens for a reason. Just like if you hit a red light and you curse out not knowing that if you hit green light you'd be in a bad wreck......something positive will come out of this. GOD BLESS AMERICA. I will try stay calm even though i took whole day off from work.

[M and F 3]

OK. Just came back from my Interview in Irving Texas. So, i guess i am out to set a record. We got there and patiently waited with our restaurant style buzzer. A lot of couples and interviewers/IO's coming to get people. We left our cellphones in the car. Anyway, i guess it was at 12:30pm (right on time for interview schedule) our buzzer goes off. This lill old lady comes to get us and tells us that they don't have our file so "NO INTERVIEW TODAY UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE" .....What!! Are you kidding me! Pinch me or something coz i must be dreaming. Lol. ANyway, she was extremely apologetic and said that our file hasnt arrived in :bonk:Irving. I have everything including my EAD and no interview? Pinch me again........ She took our interview notice letter and wrote on it that i was there but file wasn't. Now i just hope they haven't lost it coz i am going crazy. She doesn't even know when they will call me. I PRAY that they haven't lost my file ......wow.:help:I am loosing my mind. Anyway, i will try stay calm just coz i believe everything happens for a reason. Just like if you hit a red light and you curse out not knowing that if you hit green light you'd be in a bad wreck......something positive will come out of this. GOD BLESS AMERICA. I will try stay calm even though i took whole day off from work.

WOW. That royally sucks! Can you call and request a service request now?!?

WOW. i would have thrown a royal fit and cried. Actually I don't know what I would have done.

I'm so sorry to hear that. I hope they resolve it in the next couple of days.

I would try calling also though?! What do you think?

[roseTX 0]

oh my god, i feel scared, nervous and worried now,,since we will be having interview at the place you have this coming june 21,, i guess i will have to call the USCIS Irving and ask if our files is there already? i feel so worried.....

OK. Just came back from my Interview in Irving Texas. So, i guess i am out to set a record. We got there and patiently waited with our restaurant style buzzer. A lot of couples and interviewers/IO's coming to get people. We left our cellphones in the car. Anyway, i guess it was at 12:30pm (right on time for interview schedule) our buzzer goes off. This lill old lady comes to get us and tells us that they don't have our file so "NO INTERVIEW TODAY UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE" .....What!! Are you kidding me! Pinch me or something coz i must be dreaming. Lol. ANyway, she was extremely apologetic and said that our file hasnt arrived in :bonk:Irving. I have everything including my EAD and no interview? Pinch me again........ She took our interview notice letter and wrote on it that i was there but file wasn't. Now i just hope they haven't lost it coz i am going crazy. She doesn't even know when they will call me. I PRAY that they haven't lost my file ......wow.:help:I am loosing my mind. Anyway, i will try stay calm just coz i believe everything happens for a reason. Just like if you hit a red light and you curse out not knowing that if you hit green light you'd be in a bad wreck......something positive will come out of this. GOD BLESS AMERICA. I will try stay calm even though i took whole day off from work.