Transferred my ROC to different center

[mandaNchris 3]

In May I sent in my ROC paperwork to the Vermont service center. Got my extension letter, then had my biometrics appointment. Last week I got a letter in the mail saying on Sept. 13th they transferred my case to the California service center because they have jurisdiction over my case.

We live in Georgia. We have always went through the Vermont service center. On the USCIS website it says to file at the Vermont service center if you live in Georgia.

So, my question is, has anyone ever had this happen to them? If so, what did it mean? Does my case restart and waiting times restart? I'm confused as to why they would transfer it to the center that is further away.

[CaizLurol 36]

The Vermont Center is extremely busy so what they do is send things off to less-busy service centers. I wouldn't be alarmed. No, your case will not be restarted. It will probably be looked at faster than had it stayed in VT.

[mandaNchris 3]

Thanks! That's what I was hoping was going on.

[Kimbear 53]

Yea they frequently send stuff to CSC to "quicken" it..but its not usually quick lol. I've had that happen to me twice so far where things were sent to CSC. Very common for it to happen.

[mandaNchris 3]

Thanks Kimbear. I figure all centers are slow so I probably won't be hearing anything for a while still. Just frustrating waiting for months and not knowing if anyone is actually looking at our case.