EAD renewal and new Biometrics

[Mexes 2]

Hello everyone. I sent my I-765 application for EAD renewal two weeks ago, received NOA in 7 days and now I've received a new letter with appointment for biometrics. This is a little bit surprising for me as I have done biometrics last year in November and my AOS is pending.

Do I really need to attend new biometrics again and why is that needed? I tried to call but their help center is not working on weekends.

Thanks!!

[Pinkrlion 2,724]

It would be wise, biometrics are only good for a certain time period and then they expire. What code does your letter state a code 2 or a code 3? I will say that after we did our 2nd biometrics, our AOS got approved in two weeks.

Edited October 18, 2014 by Pinkrlion

[Mexes 2]

On my letter it says code 2. What does it mean?

[Pinkrlion 2,724]

Code 2 means thy need photo, index fingerprint, and signature.

http://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/USCIS/Outreach/Notes%20from%20Previous%20Engagements/2011/October%202011/AILA_Field_Ops%20-_Q%26A_102511_Final.pdf

[Ian H. 207]

A lot of people find it confusing and frustrating to have to do biometrics more than once. However, with almost every application you submit to USCIS there is a biometrics involved. When you apply for citizenship, when you renew your GC, etc.

Edited October 19, 2014 by Ian H.