Rescheduling AOS interview date (merged thread)

[CanadianSouth 0]

​Hey everyone,

I just received a notice for my AOS interview date scheduled for December 10, 2015. The only problem is that my wife is scheduled to be induced on December 9.... is it possible for me to reschedule the interview for a later date?

I've header lots of bad experiences from those who have attempted to reschedule their interview and were sent a denial notice after they failed to attend. However, this is not a matter of leisure, but a matter of health and safety and I hope that USCIS will understand.

Anyone with similar experiences are welcome to discuss or if you just have general advice, please post below.

Thank you to everyone on here.

[CanadianSouth 0]

Anyone able to help me out with this? Just haven't heard anything all day.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[Pitaya 2,577]

Welcome to the forum.

Suggest that you promptly follow the instructions given at near the bottom of the I-797C Appointment Form, that starts with the phrase: YOU MUST APPEAR FOR THIS INTERVIEW:..... The circumstances you mention should merit rescheduling of your appointment. However, be advised that you will be at the mercy of the USCIS scheduling minions, and there is no telling what type of delay may ensue.

When you get a minute, It helps everyone that uses the forum.

Good luck on your immigration journey, and the birth of your child.

[CanadianSouth 0]

Hello again, I need anyone's experience and advice when it comes to rescheduling an AOS interview.

My wife is 8 months pregnant with our first son and she is scheduled to be induced on Dec. 9, the day before my AOS interview (Dec. 10).

We live in lower Alabama and our interview is scheduled to be in Atlanta Georgia (like 6-7 hours away) and it would not be possible or safe for us to travel while she is pregnant or while we have a newborn.

I have heard that rescheduling an interview can lead to being deported, even if it is for a good reason. I am wondering if there is a way to ensure that my interview is successfully rescheduled and not seen as a no-show.

Should I make an Info-Pass appointment? If so, can I make one with the New Orleans Field Office, since it is only 2-3 hours away?

When rescheduling, can I request that the interview be conducted in New Orleans since it is less than half the distance than Atlanta? (I also had my biometrics appointment there).

Sorry for all the questions, I am just very worried that I will be deported and/or have to pay 1000s of dollars in lawyer fees and what not, since, in my experience, USCIS is not reasonable.

Any input is appreciated.

[Ebunoluwa 6,136]

You can make an infopass and bring a statement from her doctor that she will be induced on the 9th and it is not medically advisable for her to

travel one day after and see for which office they can re schedule you.

There should also be instructions on the interview letter about re scheduling.

Edited November 10, 2015 by Ebunoluwa

[milimelo 4,465]

For this circumstance I'd involve your congressman's immigration liaison just so nothing is lost and you're not penalized for rescheduling (and they mark you as no show). You have enough time to reschedule this with their assistance.

http://www.house.gov/representatives/find/and use your zip code to find your representative

[Pitaya 2,577]

~Ongoing, similar/same-themed threads merged~

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Pitaya

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Edited November 10, 2015 by Pitaya

[CanadianSouth 0]

For this circumstance I'd involve your congressman's immigration liaison just so nothing is lost and you're not penalized for rescheduling (and they mark you as no show). You have enough time to reschedule this with their assistance.

http://www.house.gov/representatives/find/and use your zip code to find your representative

I just emailed my local congressman, Bradley Byrne, this morning and am waiting to hear back. I didn't realize that congressmen can help with these sorts of things. Is that part of their duty, or a response to inefficient government?

Edited November 10, 2015 by CanadianSouth

[milimelo 4,465]

Your representatives are there to also help you navigate various federal government bodies - veteran's affairs, education department, IRS, and yes even USCIS. That's why they have their staff proficient in various issues - you want the immigration (USCIS) liaison.