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AOS after marriage (from B2 visa) routed to MSC... any experiences to share?

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Does anyone have any more information on what happens once an AOS is sent to MSC? All the processing timelines seem to show only the Vermont, Nebraska, California and Texas service centers. Is MSC the step before it gets routed to one of those 4 or is it a "full service" service center that can approve greencards? When does it go to your local office?

For info, we only filed first week of October, got all NOA1s earlier this week, everything visible online under "initial review". We filed for AOS (485, 130, 131, 765 concurrently), I came in on a B2 visa.

I know it takes a long time to process applications, but more info from others who've gone through it would help. Thanks guys! :thumbs:

07-27-2010 Married while on B2 visa

10-04-2010 AOS (EAD, AP) mailed to Chicago Lockbox

10-06-2010 Chicago received

10-14-2010 NOA1 text and email messages, online check

10-14-2010 TOUCH

10-17-2010 Received NOA1s in the mail, plus returned check for affidavit of support??

10-18-2010 TOUCH .. Biometrics NOA mailed

10-22-2010 Called to correct name, service request filed

10-25-2010 TOUCH - I-485 only

10-26-2010 TOUCH - I-485 only?? Am sensing a RFE coming my way :-(

10-27-2010 Biometrics successfully walked in :-)

10-29-2010 TOUCH on i-765, I-130 and I-131

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MSC is the National Benefits Center in Missouri (hence MSC, Missouri Service Center). It's where all I-485 applications go, regardless of which visa you are adjusting from. Their published average timeline is 4 months, but can be longer depending on circumstances. From what I understand, your I-765 and I-131 applications are routed to your local USCIS office (depending on what your zip code is), which is where you will undergo biometrics and get your picture taken...when it is routed, not sure anyone knows...but it is routed sometime after MSC receives your application.

Does anyone have any more information on what happens once an AOS is sent to MSC? All the processing timelines seem to show only the Vermont, Nebraska, California and Texas service centers. Is MSC the step before it gets routed to one of those 4 or is it a "full service" service center that can approve greencards? When does it go to your local office?

For info, we only filed first week of October, got all NOA1s earlier this week, everything visible online under "initial review". We filed for AOS (485, 130, 131, 765 concurrently), I came in on a B2 visa.

I know it takes a long time to process applications, but more info from others who've gone through it would help. Thanks guys! :thumbs:

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Thanks for the quick reply!

So my local USCIS office isn't one of the four main service centers? What's different about the MSC compared to the other four main ones I see on most of the forums?

Does MSC continue to process the I-485 and I-130 while local office processes I-765 and I-131, did I understand you correctly?

MSC is the National Benefits Center in Missouri (hence MSC, Missouri Service Center). It's where all I-485 applications go, regardless of which visa you are adjusting from. Their published average timeline is 4 months, but can be longer depending on circumstances. From what I understand, your I-765 and I-131 applications are routed to your local USCIS office (depending on what your zip code is), which is where you will undergo biometrics and get your picture taken...when it is routed, not sure anyone knows...but it is routed sometime after MSC receives your application.

07-27-2010 Married while on B2 visa

10-04-2010 AOS (EAD, AP) mailed to Chicago Lockbox

10-06-2010 Chicago received

10-14-2010 NOA1 text and email messages, online check

10-14-2010 TOUCH

10-17-2010 Received NOA1s in the mail, plus returned check for affidavit of support??

10-18-2010 TOUCH .. Biometrics NOA mailed

10-22-2010 Called to correct name, service request filed

10-25-2010 TOUCH - I-485 only

10-26-2010 TOUCH - I-485 only?? Am sensing a RFE coming my way :-(

10-27-2010 Biometrics successfully walked in :-)

10-29-2010 TOUCH on i-765, I-130 and I-131

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Thanks for the quick reply!

So my local USCIS office isn't one of the four main service centers? What's different about the MSC compared to the other four main ones I see on most of the forums?

Does MSC continue to process the I-485 and I-130 while local office processes I-765 and I-131, did I understand you correctly?

No, your local USCIS office isn't one of the four service centers.

From what I gather, MSC processes all the applications mentioned. The petitions would either be sent to CSC for immediate approval and card production. Or, the petitions would be sent to your local USCIS office in preparation for an interview.

Just my understanding.

NATURALIZATION
02/15/13 - Mailed N-400
02/19/13 - Received by Phoenix Lockbox (day 01)
02/21/13 - NOA1 issued (day 03)

REMOVAL OF CONDITIONS (WIFE)
02/18/12 - Eligible for Removal of Conditions on Residence
03/23/12 - Mailed I-751 to CSC
03/26/12 - Received by CSC (day 01)
03/31/12 - Received NOA1 (day 06)
05/02/12 - Biometrics done (day 38)
10/23/12 - Received approval email (day 212)
11/01/12 - Received green card (day 221)

IR-2 (STEPDAUGHTER)
06/01/10 - Mailed I-130 petition
06/03/10 - Package delivered to USCIS (day 01)
06/08/10 - NOA1 issued (day 06)
11/03/10 - Received approval email (day 154)
11/08/10 - Received approval notice in mail (day 159)

NATIONAL VISA CENTER (STEPDAUGHTER)
11/08/10 - NVC received case from USCIS
11/09/10 - NVC case # & IIN generated, email addresses given, DS-3032 sent via email & USPS (day 01)
11/16/10 - Received and paid AOS bill (day 08)
11/17/10 - AOS bill marked as PAID; AOS packet express mailed (day 09)
11/19/10 - Received and paid IV bill; DS-3032 accepted (day 11)
11/22/10 - IV bill marked as PAID; IV packet express mailed (day 14)
12/03/10 - Sign-in failed (day 25)
12/09/10 - INTERVIEW SCHEDULED FOR JANUARY 10, 2011 @ 6:45AM
12/28/10 - Medical exam done at SLEC Manila - PASSED! (day 40)
01/10/11 - Interview at USEM Manila - APPROVED! (day 53)
01/21/11 - Stepdaughter received passport with IR-2 visa! (day 64)

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Sounds plausible :-) I'm hoping for a similar timeline as yours - we're also going to be working with the Seattle offices, so fingers crossed!

Oh, do you remember the interview? Any tips? What did they ask, what would you have changed?

No, your local USCIS office isn't one of the four service centers.

From what I gather, MSC processes all the applications mentioned. The petitions would either be sent to CSC for immediate approval and card production. Or, the petitions would be sent to your local USCIS office in preparation for an interview.

Just my understanding.

07-27-2010 Married while on B2 visa

10-04-2010 AOS (EAD, AP) mailed to Chicago Lockbox

10-06-2010 Chicago received

10-14-2010 NOA1 text and email messages, online check

10-14-2010 TOUCH

10-17-2010 Received NOA1s in the mail, plus returned check for affidavit of support??

10-18-2010 TOUCH .. Biometrics NOA mailed

10-22-2010 Called to correct name, service request filed

10-25-2010 TOUCH - I-485 only

10-26-2010 TOUCH - I-485 only?? Am sensing a RFE coming my way :-(

10-27-2010 Biometrics successfully walked in :-)

10-29-2010 TOUCH on i-765, I-130 and I-131

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