Money order made out to "USCIS"

[olumides_wife 17]

ok so I sent off my I-130 today and I was overjoyed to say the least but at the post office I had forgetten to find out how to make the money order out to so I asked my group on fb (easiest access from my phone) and I was told "USCIS" so that is who I made the money order out for....then after I had mailed it I was told by another member that was incorrect....it shoue have been US department of Homeland Security..well obviously I can't change it now ...but do you think they will accept it anyway? or send it back since it's made out to "USCIS"?...I know I could just wait but I'm all antsy now

[tru_loves_journey 117]

ok so I sent off my I-130 today and I was overjoyed to say the least but at the post office I had forgetten to find out how to make the money order out to so I asked my group on fb (easiest access from my phone) and I was told "USCIS" so that is who I made the money order out for....then after I had mailed it I was told by another member that was incorrect....it shoue have been US department of Homeland Security..well obviously I can't change it now ...but do you think they will accept it anyway? or send it back since it's made out to "USCIS"?...I know I could just wait but I'm all antsy now

When we filed the I-129F I wrote USCIS on it, It was accepted with no problems. I was like you when I read DHS after I filed, I felt sick thinking it would be rejected. I hope yours will be fine also. Good luck to you on your continued journey

[Tim/Mav 305]

I hate to be the spreader of "bad News." But, USCIS and Department of Home Securities are different entities although a form of individual goverments and related but not by payments. I'm afraid: Your Money Order is incorrect as to which Agency made too. Money Orders are hard to track for immediate information. Wish you luck. Myself, I would think it will not be cashed.

[olumides_wife 17]

When we filed the I-129F I wrote USCIS on it, It was accepted with no problems. I was like you when I read DHS after I filed, I felt sick thinking it would be rejected. I hope yours will be fine also. Good luck to you on your continued journey

Thank you so much I am praying we will be ok as well....truly only time will tell

[olumides_wife 17]

I hate to be the spreader of "bad News." But, USCIS and Department of Home Securities are different entities although a form of individual goverments and related but not by payments. I'm afraid: Your Money Order is incorrect as to which Agency made too. Money Orders are hard to track for immediate information. Wish you luck. Myself, I would think it will not be cashed.

I do understand the difference between the two branches that is why I have the concern....I don't think you bear bad news I posted the thread for a reason thanks for your opinion and I do understand what you are saying...though I still remain hopeful there won't be any problems!

[I AM NOT THAT GUY 5,715]

The check or money order will be converted to an electronic transaction, and processed in that manner. The USCIS is part of the DHS, and they should have no problem taking your money.

For further reading and reason to panic, you may browse: http://www.dhs.gov/xlibrary/assets/CIS_Ombudsman_Recommendation_41_4-1-09.pdf

[jkelly07 120]

you will understand the difference when the money order is returned to youit says on the form checks to be made out to .us department of homeland security,good luck

[olumides_wife 17]

The check or money order will be converted to an electronic transaction, and processed in that manner. The USCIS is part of the DHS, and they should have no problem taking your money.

For further reading and reason to panic, you may browse: http://www.dhs.gov/xlibrary/assets/CIS_Ombudsman_Recommendation_41_4-1-09.pdf

Thank you very much! because I was definitely panicking!

[I AM NOT THAT GUY 5,715]

Thank you very much! because I was definitely panicking!

If they return it, all you have to do is resubmit it, with the attached letter and corrected payment, so that you don't lose your place in queue.

[olumides_wife 17]

you will understand the difference when the money order is returned to youit says on the form checks to be made out to .us department of homeland security,good luck

yes I realize and know that if they return it...it will be because it was made out wrong...I get that... thanks for your input but I think my question has been answered from the above link and I believe we will be fine!

Thank you

Edited July 17, 2012 by olumides_girl

[olumides_wife 17]

If they return it, all you have to do is resubmit it, with the attached letter and corrected payment, so that you don't lose your place in queue.

thank you again! now I can get off vj and go to bed

[KaseyK 0]

I did the same thing! Ours was mailed on the 13th and received on the 16th, I am anxious to see what happens.

[KaseyK 0]

ok so I sent off my I-130 today and I was overjoyed to say the least but at the post office I had forgetten to find out how to make the money order out to so I asked my group on fb (easiest access from my phone) and I was told "USCIS" so that is who I made the money order out for....then after I had mailed it I was told by another member that was incorrect....it shoue have been US department of Homeland Security..well obviously I can't change it now ...but do you think they will accept it anyway? or send it back since it's made out to "USCIS"?...I know I could just wait but I'm all antsy now

I got our NOA1 email/text notification tonight, so it appears that a check/money order made out to USCIS isn't an issue. Good Luck!

[olumides_wife 17]

I got our NOA1 email/text notification tonight, so it appears that a check/money order made out to USCIS isn't an issue. Good Luck!

yay! congrats...and thank you! yes I think we will be ok...that told me to make it out to USCIS...called and was on hold for an hour to ask and they said it would be fine it happens all the time ...can't wait to get the email/text to say they got it! blessings to you too!

[dwheels76 5,469]

Well u r tracking the money order cashed and you got your received confirmation right? So a NOA1 notice is forthcoming.

@KaseyK- WOW good to know some are getting that text and email. Its so sometimey. Make sure now you go register your case# on the uscis.gov website. So u can watch and watch the paint dry.

Edited July 23, 2012 by dwheels76