July 2015 AOS filers

[neuroticbell 5]

I got a notice of Card Produced this morning ... No interview nor notice of interview waived.

I so much thank everyone here for your advice through my RFE period.

I wish those still awaiting approval good luck and success.

Cheers

Congratulations!

[rochestergrad 10]

Congratulations!

Hi, neuroticbell! I'm a Sep filer also with Buffalo field office. Would you mind sharing a little bit of your interview experience? I'd really appreciate it! Thanks in advance!

[Denisse1002 6]

I got a notice of Card Produced this morning ... No interview nor notice of interview waived.

I so much thank everyone here for your advice through my RFE period.

I wish those still awaiting approval good luck and success.

Cheers

Congrats!!!!

[neuroticbell 5]

Hi, neuroticbell! I'm a Sep filer also with Buffalo field office. Would you mind sharing a little bit of your interview experience? I'd really appreciate it! Thanks in advance!

Sure thing! Me and my husband arrived there about an hour early, we drove from PA so we wanted to make sure we were there on time. When we we had to go through the metal detectors the guards joked with us asking what we were doing there seeing as both of us spoke perfect English. I found that funny and it put me in a more relaxed mood to be perfectly honest. We went up to the counter and let them know we were there and the waiting began. I think we waited about an hour and a half until the IO called us in. We went in and had to swear to tell the truth. The IO explained to us that the interview was going to take place in 2 parts, one to establish that our marriage was bonafide and the next to establish my entry in the US. He asked us what we brought as he saw my husband carrying a big black notebook. We showed him the scrapbook, a few extra pictures, letters from family and friends (that were notarized which pleased him). We explained why I was out of status for so long, why we didn't file for my paperwork sooner, why me and my husband didn't have more legal evidence of us being married (leases, bank accounts etc.). He said that although he wished we had more evidence, he understood the situation and that all of the pictures that I have submitted of our marriage through the years was more than enough. So he said on that part he was ready to approve us, sent my husband out and proceeded to question me about my J1 visa. After about 20 minutes of questions he said that something wasn't adding up, that it looked like I applyed for an F1 not a J1 and, although it might of not been my fault and although he believed I was being thruthful, he might have to deny us. My face dropped and he began to reassure me that even if that happens it's not the end, I can still file for a waiver. He stepped out trying to find his supervisor, the person who had the ultimate say so, but they were on lunch. He apologized and said he would push as hard as he could for an approval. All in all the interview took about an hour and a half because of my visa issues. I left feeling extremely disappointed and trying really hard to hope for the best. About 2 and a half hours after our interview we got the email that said my card was in production. I lost it of course lol. All in all, the Buffalo office and especially the IO was great to me. And honestly I hope you get the same IO, if it weren't for him being such a level headed nice person my case could have seriously taken a turn for the worst. Let me know if you have any questions! And best of luck.

[Pishi_Pishi 63]

Hi all,

I filed my AOS July 1st and I have not heard anything about interview being waived or scheduled yet . Most of people who filed with me got either their interview or their interview was waived. What should I do?

No good news for us either and medical expired

Edited December 8, 2015 by Pishi_Pishi

[kattaklizm 11]

Sure thing! Me and my husband arrived there about an hour early, we drove from PA so we wanted to make sure we were there on time. When we we had to go through the metal detectors the guards joked with us asking what we were doing there seeing as both of us spoke perfect English. I found that funny and it put me in a more relaxed mood to be perfectly honest. We went up to the counter and let them know we were there and the waiting began. I think we waited about an hour and a half until the IO called us in. We went in and had to swear to tell the truth. The IO explained to us that the interview was going to take place in 2 parts, one to establish that our marriage was bonafide and the next to establish my entry in the US. He asked us what we brought as he saw my husband carrying a big black notebook. We showed him the scrapbook, a few extra pictures, letters from family and friends (that were notarized which pleased him). We explained why I was out of status for so long, why we didn't file for my paperwork sooner, why me and my husband didn't have more legal evidence of us being married (leases, bank accounts etc.). He said that although he wished we had more evidence, he understood the situation and that all of the pictures that I have submitted of our marriage through the years was more than enough. So he said on that part he was ready to approve us, sent my husband out and proceeded to question me about my J1 visa. After about 20 minutes of questions he said that something wasn't adding up, that it looked like I applyed for an F1 not a J1 and, although it might of not been my fault and although he believed I was being thruthful, he might have to deny us. My face dropped and he began to reassure me that even if that happens it's not the end, I can still file for a waiver. He stepped out trying to find his supervisor, the person who had the ultimate say so, but they were on lunch. He apologized and said he would push as hard as he could for an approval. All in all the interview took about an hour and a half because of my visa issues. I left feeling extremely disappointed and trying really hard to hope for the best. About 2 and a half hours after our interview we got the email that said my card was in production. I lost it of course lol. All in all, the Buffalo office and especially the IO was great to me. And honestly I hope you get the same IO, if it weren't for him being such a level headed nice person my case could have seriously taken a turn for the worst. Let me know if you have any questions! And best of luck.

Happy for you, that it turned out so positively!

[rochestergrad 10]

Sure thing! Me and my husband arrived there about an hour early, we drove from PA so we wanted to make sure we were there on time. When we we had to go through the metal detectors the guards joked with us asking what we were doing there seeing as both of us spoke perfect English. I found that funny and it put me in a more relaxed mood to be perfectly honest. We went up to the counter and let them know we were there and the waiting began. I think we waited about an hour and a half until the IO called us in. We went in and had to swear to tell the truth. The IO explained to us that the interview was going to take place in 2 parts, one to establish that our marriage was bonafide and the next to establish my entry in the US. He asked us what we brought as he saw my husband carrying a big black notebook. We showed him the scrapbook, a few extra pictures, letters from family and friends (that were notarized which pleased him). We explained why I was out of status for so long, why we didn't file for my paperwork sooner, why me and my husband didn't have more legal evidence of us being married (leases, bank accounts etc.). He said that although he wished we had more evidence, he understood the situation and that all of the pictures that I have submitted of our marriage through the years was more than enough. So he said on that part he was ready to approve us, sent my husband out and proceeded to question me about my J1 visa. After about 20 minutes of questions he said that something wasn't adding up, that it looked like I applyed for an F1 not a J1 and, although it might of not been my fault and although he believed I was being thruthful, he might have to deny us. My face dropped and he began to reassure me that even if that happens it's not the end, I can still file for a waiver. He stepped out trying to find his supervisor, the person who had the ultimate say so, but they were on lunch. He apologized and said he would push as hard as he could for an approval. All in all the interview took about an hour and a half because of my visa issues. I left feeling extremely disappointed and trying really hard to hope for the best. About 2 and a half hours after our interview we got the email that said my card was in production. I lost it of course lol. All in all, the Buffalo office and especially the IO was great to me. And honestly I hope you get the same IO, if it weren't for him being such a level headed nice person my case could have seriously taken a turn for the worst. Let me know if you have any questions! And best of luck.

Thanks so much for your detailed reply! I'm a F1 visa holder too. I didn't know this could cause problem too! And we had a tiny wedding with just the two of us... Now I'm a bit nervous lol. Anyways, congratulations again!

[Mina_mani10 0]

No good news for us either and medical expired

Oh no! Sorry to hear that! Hopefully you will hear something from them soon. Fingers crossed

[Vicky&Fritz 33]

Just got an email this morning! Card in production! No interview!

[Mina_mani10 0]

Just got an email this morning! Card in production! No interview!

Wow! congrats!!

[Denisse1002 6]

Just got an email this morning! Card in production! No interview!

Congrats

[neuroticbell 5]

Today I received my 10 year green card in the mail. I cannot believe it truly is over! Best of luck to everyone still waiting and I hope to see some familiar faces in 3 years! ?

[Ouryear 15]

Today I received my 10 year green card in the mail. I cannot believe it truly is over! Best of luck to everyone still waiting and I hope to see some familiar faces in 3 years! ?

Congratulations!!!

[Ouryear 15]

We received my Husbands green card in the mail yesterday. Exactly a week from approval! Thank you everyone and I hope you and your families have a Very Merry Christmas and a beautiful New Year!!!

[Jaun Riquelme 0]

We received my Husbands green card in the mail yesterday. Exactly a week from approval! Thank you everyone and I hope you and your families have a Very Merry Christmas and a beautiful New Year!!!

Congrats.....