I485 time-frame after transfer

[amykathleen2005 441]

Filed a Service Request. Will see what happens. It's interesting, I thought we were past processing time because the case was transfered to CSC July 2 and it's been over four months (current processing time for CSC). However, the USCIS agent seemed more concerned with when my case was first received which was May 25. So, is past processing time begin from when case was received or when transferred to service center? In other words, could I have done this earlier?

I think it is in total.

[Justine+David 218]

Back in February, there some folks who were waiting >150 days, and they were all transferred around the same time, making me think that somebody literally just forgot about their pile or lost them best of luck!!

[MalolosToUSA 0]

Filed a Service Request. Will see what happens. It's interesting, I thought we were past processing time because the case was transfered to CSC July 2 and it's been over four months (current processing time for CSC). However, the USCIS agent seemed more concerned with when my case was first received which was May 25. So, is past processing time begin from when case was received or when transferred to service center? In other words, could I have done this earlier?

When I first called for a service request, the Tier 1 representative told me that I could not since it was not past the stated processing time. At that time the website said 4 months, but the Tier 1 representative told me their system said 5 months. I stated that I don't care what your system says, the USCIS website says 4 months. I then told her to transfer me to a Tier 2 representative. The Tier 2 rep was very friendly. He looked at my INITIAL filing date. Said that it was past the 4 month period as stated on the website. The bottom line is that the Tier 2 representative told me that it is based on your filing date. Not the date of transfer.

Now when I called to check on the status of my service request....that is based on the date that the CSC receives the request. They have 30 days from the date of receiving it to respond. In my case, the CSC did not receive my service request until two weeks after I filed it. So essentially, they got 44 days to respond, not 30 since it took 2 weeks for it to get to them.

I hope this helps.

[houstonking 0]

Guys looke at my time line....i also had no touches since 7/21. Also can you all explain what is a service request. and how do i request it. Thanks

[MalolosToUSA 0]

Guys looke at my time line....i also had no touches since 7/21. Also can you all explain what is a service request. and how do i request it. Thanks

A service request is you asking the USCIS to tell you the status of your application. You have to have a basis to file. In your case, your justification for putting in a service request is "past processing time". To put in a service request, call the USCIS and speak to a representative. If the first person you talk to (Tier 1) tells you they cannot file for what ever reason, do not take them at their word. Tell them to transfer you to a Tier 2 representative. The Tier 1 is just a customer service rep reading from a script. The Tier 2 is an actual Immigration Officer.

Good luck.

[maoyu 0]

A service request is you asking the USCIS to tell you the status of your application. You have to have a basis to file. In your case, your justification for putting in a service request is "past processing time". To put in a service request, call the USCIS and speak to a representative. If the first person you talk to (Tier 1) tells you they cannot file for what ever reason, do not take them at their word. Tell them to transfer you to a Tier 2 representative. The Tier 1 is just a customer service rep reading from a script. The Tier 2 is an actual Immigration Officer.

Good luck.

They responded 6 days later with an email stating: "Thank you for your inquiry. You should receive a notice of action* within 180 days."

What a BS statement! I've been waiting over 180 days already. Should I take this answer or call again or do an INFOPASS appointment or talk to my senator or what?

[dierathy 2]

Just to let you know that the time for processing the transfers is very unstable... my case was transfer on 09-22-2010 an today 11-15-2010 was approved a total of 2 month + 3 weeks and 1 day... Good Luck you all!

[maoyu 0]

Just to let you know that the time for processing the transfers is very unstable... my case was transfer on 09-22-2010 an today 11-15-2010 was approved a total of 2 month + 3 weeks and 1 day... Good Luck you all!

I sent an email to CSC and basically said in a very polite way that their response to my SR was unacceptable and that if I don't receive a notice of action or more thorough response by 12/10, then I will contact my senator/representative's office for assistance.

They responded to my email and said I now should receive a notice of action in 35 days.

[maoyu 0]

I sent an email to CSC and basically said in a very polite way that their response to my SR was unacceptable and that if I don't receive a notice of action or more thorough response by 12/10, then I will contact my senator/representative's office for assistance.

They responded to my email and said I now should receive a notice of action in 35 days.

GC mailed. Happy holidays.