August 2012 AOS Filers

[Xanax 349]

I was told to make an infopass appointment by a level 2 from the USCIS hotline re: the possibility of getting an interview date as my case was ready for interview and I am very pregnant and obviously don't want to miss my appointment due to labor etc. The USCIS agent said he put in an expedite request and then we would receive a letter within 5 days telling us how to proceed.

We never got a letter so I called USCIS again and was told a letter was mailed to us on the 14th stating we should make an infopass appointment at our local office to follow up on the request.

On the 19th as we still hadn't received said letter we made the infopass appointment anyway as the level 2 USCIS agent said they told us what we need to do/ what was in the letter.

We made the appointment, went (8am which was the only appointment lot available for Friday). The lady who spoke to us took our appointment sheet, did not look up our case, asked us why we were there and said "I don't know when you will have an interview, I can't tell you anything about how long processing times are, I cannot help you get an interview, I cannot look up your case regarding this expedite request, the uscis sites processing times are incorrect, there are no interviews being held at the moment nor have they been for about a week as people are on vacation, you can send a letter re: your pregnancy / labor and delivery and we may reschedule your interview for a later date after your receive the initial interview letter, you will be rescheduled if we reschedule you within 60 days.

Needless to say I am quite frustrated, especially as we see everyone else being approved and our case hasn't even been "touched" and when we tried to get some assistance we ended up just wasting hours of our time.

/end rant

Edited December 21, 2012 by Xanax

[iaia 8]

I guess is time for you to contact a congressman

[elbear 2]

I was told to make an infopass appointment by a level 2 from the USCIS hotline re: the possibility of getting an interview date as my case was ready for interview and I am very pregnant and obviously don't want to miss my appointment due to labor etc. The USCIS agent said he put in an expedite request and then we would receive a letter within 5 days telling us how to proceed.

We never got a letter so I called USCIS again and was told a letter was mailed to us on the 14th stating we should make an infopass appointment at our local office to follow up on the request.

On the 19th as we still hadn't received said letter we made the infopass appointment anyway as the level 2 USCIS agent said they told us what we need to do/ what was in the letter.

We made the appointment, went (8am which was the only appointment lot available for Friday). The lady who spoke to us took our appointment sheet, did not look up our case, asked us why we were there and said "I don't know when you will have an interview, I can't tell you anything about how long processing times are, I cannot help you get an interview, I cannot look up your case regarding this expedite request, the uscis sites processing times are incorrect, there are no interviews being held at the moment nor have they been for about a week as people are on vacation, you can send a letter re: your pregnancy / labor and delivery and we may reschedule your interview for a later date after your receive the initial interview letter, you will be rescheduled if we reschedule you within 60 days.

Needless to say I am quite frustrated, especially as we see everyone else being approved and our case hasn't even been "touched" and when we tried to get some assistance we ended up just wasting hours of our time.

/end rant

It sounds like you are present caught in a loop. In short, nothing is happening, everyone is on vacation. Until things get moving again, you are caught. I suspect whoever was to make sure that letter got out to you is on vacation, hence the holdup, not to mention others connected to make sure things happen for you. Christmas/New Years is party time it seems. You definitely have special needs and hopefully when everything gets rolling again, you will be put on top of the list. I notice that those of us with similar dates and if we never were lucky enough to get processed, are at a stand still. I understand your frustration as it is mine as well but after reading about your situation, would gladly give up my place in line so that you can go ahead. Hopefully, this will happen as soon as possible for you.

Looked at another way, if everything is stopped for the season and little is happening, no amount of anxiety on our parts is going to make any difference other than to upset us and us alone. At least we have a forum like this to share our mutual experiences.

[Xanax 349]

It sounds like you are present caught in a loop. In short, nothing is happening, everyone is on vacation. Until things get moving again, you are caught. I suspect whoever was to make sure that letter got out to you is on vacation, hence the holdup, not to mention others connected to make sure things happen for you. Christmas/New Years is party time it seems. You definitely have special needs and hopefully when everything gets rolling again, you will be put on top of the list. I notice that those of us with similar dates and if we never were lucky enough to get processed, are at a stand still. I understand your frustration as it is mine as well but after reading about your situation, would gladly give up my place in line so that you can go ahead. Hopefully, this will happen as soon as possible for you.

Looked at another way, if everything is stopped for the season and little is happening, no amount of anxiety on our parts is going to make any difference other than to upset us and us alone. At least we have a forum like this to share our mutual experiences.

You're so sweet! You're right we shouldn't worry right now, getting upset won't affect the process. I am sure my husband said something similar when I was sitting in the car very upset today, but you know, I didn't want to listen to him right then!

I understand it is not their fault I got pregnant and everyone deserves vacation and to enjoy Christmas etc. I just want someone to say "Ok we will give you an interview in May/June/ X Month" , I don't need to go ahead of others, I'm not asking for that. I am with my husband and I don't need my GC for anything right now. I just want to know possibly when/ around when I may have an interview and plan around it and not be caught having an interview when I can't attend AND to be told they have no idea at my local office but that they DO know that the website is incorrect... Frustrating! Similarly, the lady who spoke to us at our info-pass appointment made it sound like if I could not attend my interview (like if I was in hospital or something) they MAY or MAY NOT give me another one...

Thanks for your kind words Elbear, I hope we both hear something very soon! Make sure you keep us updated with your case

[GreenTrain 1]

You're so sweet! You're right we shouldn't worry right now, getting upset won't affect the process. I am sure my husband said something similar when I was sitting in the car very upset today, but you know, I didn't want to listen to him right then!

I understand it is not their fault I got pregnant and everyone deserves vacation and to enjoy Christmas etc. I just want someone to say "Ok we will give you an interview in May/June/ X Month" , I don't need to go ahead of others, I'm not asking for that. I am with my husband and I don't need my GC for anything right now. I just want to know possibly when/ around when I may have an interview and plan around it and not be caught having an interview when I can't attend AND to be told they have no idea at my local office but that they DO know that the website is incorrect... Frustrating! Similarly, the lady who spoke to us at our info-pass appointment made it sound like if I could not attend my interview (like if I was in hospital or something) they MAY or MAY NOT give me another one...

Thanks for your kind words Elbear, I hope we both hear something very soon! Make sure you keep us updated with your case

You may or may not to reschedule depending upon your delivery date/Interview date collision. You can reschedule a week before or something like that, if needed.

Why to worry now.

Just enjoy the time and plan to welcome your baby !!!

I would be prefer attending interview with baby so that they don't ask you many questions. You'll be done in 10 minutes

[iaia 8]

I would be prefer attending interview with baby so that they don't ask you many questions. You'll be done in 10 minutes

That is true tho...

[Xanax 349]

That is true tho...

I would not prefer to attend the interview with a newborn where she will be exposed to numerous bacteria and germs especially if she is less than 6 weeks and has had no vaccinations.

[VanessaTony 3,567]

I would be prefer attending interview with baby so that they don't ask you many questions. You'll be done in 10 minutes

Not only the bug issue Xanax mentioned but a baby is only proof she had sex. It doesn't prove relationship. It doesn't hurt, but neither does it "seal the deal" and rightly so. You wouldn't want people who are committing fraud getting pregnant just because they think it'll help them get approved (and it's happened before).

[GreenTrain 1]

Not only the bug issue Xanax mentioned but a baby is only proof she had sex. It doesn't prove relationship. It doesn't hurt, but neither does it "seal the deal" and rightly so. You wouldn't want people who are committing fraud getting pregnant just because they think it'll help them get approved (and it's happened before).

You may be right. But just because somebody did fraud earlier, we should not avoid taking our strong evidences to the most important part of the process.

For that matter, everything they suspect is fraud. You're the one who needs to prove yourself.

Its all relative.

You should carry birth certificate of the kid.

Edited December 23, 2012 by GreenTrain

[Tanja08 11]

Merry Christmas everybody!

[Xanax 349]

Any news Elbear?

Testing and Interview

On December 27, 2012, we mailed you an appointment notice for an interview for January 28, 2013, at NATIONAL BENEFITS CENTER. Please follow the instructions on the notice. If you move while this case is pending, please use our Change of Address online tool to update your case with your new address or call our customer service center at 1-800-375-5283.

YAY!

[epsonderby 85]

@Xanax - I was sorry to read that you still haven't got an interview date, but then I saw that you got something today It will be 1/28 before you know it!

@elbear - I'm sure you'll hear something soon. I have everything crossed for you...

@Tanja08 - Any update on your case status at all?

@Green Train - Have you been approved yet?

Hope everybody else is doing well? I'm just about to finish my second week of work and I'm loving it! I am working with a great bunch of people and the opportunities are fantastic. Also just got approved for my first US credit card; it's secured, but it is a start

I wanted to take the opportunity to wish the group a happy new year and I hope we all have a wonderful 2013. Thank you all for sharing in my AOS journey and for allowing me to be a part of yours...

[Tanja08 11]

Nope no update! I will wait till after the holidays! I really believe that she never updated my case, since I never received any kind of letter! I'll let you guys know!

Happy holidays!!!

Edited December 28, 2012 by Tanja08

[iaia 8]

Happy new year everyone!

I found a job, research assistant in Loyola University I'm beyond excited since it is exactly what I was looking for

[elbear 2]

@Xanax - I was sorry to read that you still haven't got an interview date, but then I saw that you got something today It will be 1/28 before you know it!

@elbear - I'm sure you'll hear something soon. I have everything crossed for you...

@Tanja08 - Any update on your case status at all?

@Green Train - Have you been approved yet?

Hope everybody else is doing well? I'm just about to finish my second week of work and I'm loving it! I am working with a great bunch of people and the opportunities are fantastic. Also just got approved for my first US credit card; it's secured, but it is a start

I wanted to take the opportunity to wish the group a happy new year and I hope we all have a wonderful 2013. Thank you all for sharing in my AOS journey and for allowing me to be a part of yours...

Happy New Year to you Esponderby and everyone else who has taken the time to post on this forum. You have been a blessing.

Any news Elbear?

YAY!

No yet but thanks for asking.