How procedures at USCIS work?

[zibrnp 2]

Hello,

I was thinking that it might be helpful to learn about procedures USCIS has when they work on our applications. I know that this might be very difficult but maybe each member has some experience, information that he/she would share.

I am asking for all type of applications, below I brought up my situation as an example.

I understand that even if my I-765 and I-131 was approved it doesn't mean that I would get GC at the end.

In my case I have also filed I-140 and I-485.

My question is: based on experience of VJ's members how often does USCIS deny above applications, for example (I-140 and I-485) when they already approved I-765 and I-131?

Do they even look at I-140 and I-485 before accepting I-765 and I-131?

My understanding is that they go over all of the applications and if they would find significant mistakes or lack of eligibility they would deny everything.

Thanks, Tom

[Harpa Timsah 13,258]

You already asked this question and it was answered. http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/380852-what-are-the-chances-to-denyi-140-and-i-485-when-i-131-and-i-765-approved/

[DandT14 272]

Hello,

I was thinking that it might be helpful to learn about procedures USCIS has when they work on our applications. I know that this might be very difficult but maybe each member has some experience, information that he/she would share.

I am asking for all type of applications, below I brought up my situation as an example.

I understand that even if my I-765 and I-131 was approved it doesn't mean that I would get GC at the end.

In my case I have also filed I-140 and I-485.

My question is: based on experience of VJ's members how often does USCIS deny above applications, for example (I-140 and I-485) when they already approved I-765 and I-131?

Do they even look at I-140 and I-485 before accepting I-765 and I-131?

My understanding is that they go over all of the applications and if they would find significant mistakes or lack of eligibility they would deny everything.

Thanks, Tom

My understanding is that the I-485 will be approved or denied on it's own merit. The approval of the I-765 really doesn't mean anything other than that you filled out those forms correctly.

I think maybe you're nervous and looking for any sign that your application will be approved. I get it, but I'm afraid you're just going to have to wait it out.

Most people get approved. That's about all I can tell you.

[zibrnp 2]

You already asked this question and it was answered. http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/380852-what-are-the-chances-to-denyi-140-and-i-485-when-i-131-and-i-765-approved/

I know what I asked..., you do not have to remind me It, nevertheless I appreciate your answer.

Now I am interested in point of view and personal experience of other members.

I am nervous and would like to have that process behind me probably like most of the members on this forum.

[zibrnp 2]

My understanding is that the I-485 will be approved or denied on it's own merit. The approval of the I-765 really doesn't mean anything other than that you filled out those forms correctly.

I think maybe you're nervous and looking for any sign that your application will be approved. I get it, but I'm afraid you're just going to have to wait it out.

Most people get approved. That's about all I can tell you.

Thanks for a good word .

[asdfg 18]

Hello,

I was thinking that it might be helpful to learn about procedures USCIS has when they work on our applications. I know that this might be very difficult but maybe each member has some experience, information that he/she would share.

I am asking for all type of applications, below I brought up my situation as an example.

I understand that even if my I-765 and I-131 was approved it doesn't mean that I would get GC at the end.

In my case I have also filed I-140 and I-485.

My question is: based on experience of VJ's members how often does USCIS deny above applications, for example (I-140 and I-485) when they already approved I-765 and I-131?

Do they even look at I-140 and I-485 before accepting I-765 and I-131?

My understanding is that they go over all of the applications and if they would find significant mistakes or lack of eligibility they would deny everything.

Thanks, Tom

I am not an immigration attorney, nor have any experience or knowledge of how USCIS works.

Am a lay person, so there is no expert advise I can give you , only a subjective personal opinion.

From what I understand you must establish prima facie ( Lat. at first sight) eligibility for your application to be accepted , else it would be rejected. If your application is accepted it means based on preliminary review you were found eligible for processing.

What additional (if any) reviews are done before issuance of I-765/I-131 I don't know. If you search field manuals and internal memos you may find more information, but from what I have observed on forums there were applicants who are denied petitions after receiving I-765/I-131, and it makes sense because petition is granted based on a thorough eligibility check as opposed to preliminary or partial review.

I have browsed this and other forums for I-485 and found a lot of posts related to I-140/I-485 concurrent filings and what I discovered was that many people who were denied I-485 which was filed concurrently with I-140 were denied because for whatever reasons their I-140 was denied. There are also cases where I-140 is approved but I-485 is denied, because two petitions have different set of eligibility standards and being approved for one does not guarantee approval of another. If you want to limit your search specifically to denials type in google I-140/I-485 denial and you will find long list of results which you then may click on and browse further.

There is also a wealth of published memos, guides and algorithmic instructions (if A do B, if C go to D and do E etc) for field offices how to work on petitions , but those are general guidelines and as everyone says "each case is unique" so is each case worker and there is no book or guideline to learn about who will be adjudicating your file.

What you should really be focused on is whether your application is eligible under the INA. You can read relevant law , instructions to forms filed and further interpretation of statutes if you need more clarifications.

Because, at the end of the day that's what will really matter and make all difference.

Relax for now. If you get no case updates don't fret. They really may not update or not log any LUD's or status updates. If your file is processed by the regional office do not bother to make an INFOPASS , the local office won't have any access to a file on the regional service center. If you take local INFOPASS do not expect to get much more updates than you would from L2 service support employee on the phone. That's because officers, even if they have access to your file, are not authorized to disclose to you any information other than what is available for public and most of the case related procedures are internal. But sometimes INFOPASS can be helpful, I have read of cases where people were able to get an update or a printout of biometrics or some other missing document that was not sent directly to the applicant but was provided by an officer during an INFOPASS appointment.

Finally, review the copies of all forms and documents you mailed to USCIS. It was very important to organize those properly, include cover letter describing all items included, provide all of the evidence required and not make any errors or typos as those are time wasters. Generally, the more organized, accurate and well documented your file is the easier it would be for a case worker to process it.

As I noted above I am not an attorney and all above is just my personal, subjective opinion. Others who know more may give better answers.

Good luck.

Edited August 6, 2012 by asdfg