Cant Get Online Case Status

[skv 1]

Hi all,

I filed for removal of conditions in March 2012. I have received my NOA1 and my biometrics appointment (which I have completed). In between the NOA1 and the biometrics letter, I also received (as have many others) another letter from USCIS with "CRI89 Approved Removal of Conditions" in the subject line. The receipt number on the NOA1 form is different from that on this letter. The receipt number on the biometrics letter was the same as that on the "CRI89" letter.

I have tried to sign up for email notifications for case updates but I am unable to see the status of my case online. I can also not get email updates because the USCIS site says my case number is not present. My receipt number starts with "EAC". I have tried with both the receipt numbers (the one on the NOA1 and the other on the biometrics letter).

I was wondering if anyone else also has had such issues. I will call the USCIS helpline but just wanted to know if others have experienced this and what action was taken to correct the issue.

Thanks.

[Steve D. 22]

First of all, congratulations on your quick ROC approval.

Second of all, USCIS' website is one of the sources that you shall NEVER trust when it comes to timing. Many of us has no updates, or late, or even mismatched information on their website.

The only reason I can think off is that your application was approved in such a short amount of time, they just skipped the update with their database.

[juliava 80]

First of all, congratulations on your quick ROC approval.

Second of all, USCIS' website is one of the sources that you shall NEVER trust when it comes to timing. Many of us has no updates, or late, or even mismatched information on their website.

The only reason I can think off is that your application was approved in such a short amount of time, they just skipped the update with their database.

It is NOT an approval. I have reiceved the same thing; it is simply a paper stating that USCIS has approved the submition of the Removal of conditions application. If the OP looks at that document closely, he will notice the paragraph stating that no immigration benefits have been approved yet and that USCIS will take additonal steps such as sending an appointment for biometrics, eventually sending RFEs if necessary, etc.

[skv 1]

Thanks Steve D. and juliava for your replies.

I am aware, as juliava stated, that the form I got between the NOA1 and the biometrics is not an approval for ROC. I don't have an question about that and I am not under the impression that I should be getting a GC in the mail.

I was only trying to figure out about the issue my case status not showing up online. Steve D.'s reply about the USCIS website not being trustworthy is reassuring. Its good to know I am not alone is facing this issue. Anyways, I have all the documents (NOA1 and biometrics) for proof.

Thanks again.

[rocks 494]

It is difficult to help you as you haven't filled in your timeline.

Have you had your biometrics appointment yet or have you only received the letter?

[Barca 10]

I think my case showed up online after my bio metric can't remember...it is also a hit or miss with it showing online! good luck.

[Steve D. 22]

Oops, guess I'm getting used to seeing NOA1 and approval means the ROA was approved.

All I can think off is that sometimes USCIS just don't update the system like they should, but then again if they are taking their sweet time on my 10+ months ROC then updating their website is the least of their concern...

[rocks 494]

Oops, guess I'm getting used to seeing NOA1 and approval means the ROA was approved.

All I can think off is that sometimes USCIS just don't update the system like they should, but then again if they are taking their sweet time on my 10+ months ROC then updating their website is the least of their concern...

They probably won't be able to see their status until after their biometrics appointment. I'm pretty sure I had to wait that long before the receipt number would work. It sounds like they have only got their NOA1 and haven't done their biometrics yet.

[skv 1]

They probably won't be able to see their status until after their biometrics appointment. I'm pretty sure I had to wait that long before the receipt number would work. It sounds like they have only got their NOA1 and haven't done their biometrics yet.

I got my biometrics appointment done on the 26th of April. In the original posting I mentioned that I have completed my biometrics. I checked my case status online between the 1st and the 5th of May and still nothing. I will call (if I can get through) and keep checking. But since I have NOA1 and I have finished my biometrics I know my case is there somewhere.

As Steve D. said, if he is waiting for an approval for 10 months, this is a 'minor' issue for USCIS.

Thanks.

[rocks 494]

I got my biometrics appointment done on the 26th of April. In the original posting I mentioned that I have completed my biometrics. I checked my case status online between the 1st and the 5th of May and still nothing. I will call (if I can get through) and keep checking. But since I have NOA1 and I have finished my biometrics I know my case is there somewhere.

As Steve D. said, if he is waiting for an approval for 10 months, this is a 'minor' issue for USCIS.

Thanks.

The receipt number on the biometrics appointment is the only one that will work. You can keep trying and see if they update it, but as previously mentioned unfortunately they aren't very reliable with the online updates. Some people get approved with no updates at all. Good luck, hopefully you will hear something before 10 months is up, that is far too long to wait!

[Cino 5]

The receipt number on the biometrics appointment is the only one that will work. You can keep trying and see if they update it, but as previously mentioned unfortunately they aren't very reliable with the online updates. Some people get approved with no updates at all. Good luck, hopefully you will hear something before 10 months is up, that is far too long to wait!

It means USCIS has not entered your receipt # on their system yet, that's why you can not see it, or the entry can not be found. I'm sure you will see it later on.

You're fine right now, nothing to worry about. Btw, your receipt # should be the one on ASC Bio Letter or CR-189 Receipt letter, NOT the I-797C (We call it here "The Extension Letter").

Good luck !...... Please keep us posted...