February 2016 AOS Filers

[EandM 20]

<p>Congrats to everyone making progress!! We got called in for an interview too. Here's what we're bringing as evidence:

• Bank statement from our joint account
• Lease for our house under both our names
• Renters insurance under both our names
• Photos of our wedding and adventures post-wedding
• Receipts and travel itineraries under both our names from trips we've taken post-wedding

awesome!! Congrats

[minina 8]

Me n my husband tried to get a joint acct but the bank is being so difficult , sigh why do they make this so hard

Try opening the account in a different bank or branch. When we got married we got a lot of money from the wedding and we wanted to open a joint account. We went to this bank by us and since I didn't have a SSN they kept saying that I was not allowed to have a joint account nor deposit all the checks we got from the wedding. So we tried going to the same bank but a different branch, and the lady at the other branch didn't give us any problems opening a joint account and depositing our money. We even complained about it to this nice lady and she said that the other woman was totally wrong. So try going to a different branch/ bank. Good luck!

[MASH 172]

Try opening the account in a different bank or branch. When we got married we got a lot of money from the wedding and we wanted to open a joint account. We went to this bank by us and since I didn't have a SSN they kept saying that I was not allowed to have a joint account nor deposit all the checks we got from the wedding. So we tried going to the same bank but a different branch, and the lady at the other branch didn't give us any problems opening a joint account and depositing our money. We even complained about it to this nice lady and she said that the other woman was totally wrong. So try going to a different branch/ bank. Good luck!

Thank you so much for the advice , we will try that tomorrow

[iPod 89]

Well I just checked and my case is ready for interview date which I am happy but I really wish there was no interview , I'm nervous like crazy cause me n my husband have nothing under our names together yet do to his work schedule , when would I get the physical letter does anyone know?, I'm getting butterflies in my tummy

I wish there was no interview and they would just mail the green card lol

My goodness, that was fast!! Congratulation!! No RFE for you which is so great. Good luck and let us know how it goes.

I wouldn't worry too much about having things in your names, if it comes up, just explain why. Since you're a real couple I'm sure you'll do great.

[MASH 172]

My goodness, that was fast!! Congratulation!! No RFE for you which is so great. Good luck and let us know how it goes.

I wouldn't worry too much about having things in your names, if it comes up, just explain why. Since you're a real couple I'm sure you'll do great.

Thank you so much for the positivity and I definitely will let everyone know how it goes that way you guys can be prepared but I'm sure we will all do great as I'm sure most of us came to the states for love

Honestly I'm shocked of no RFE cuz im pretty sure the 2015 tax return wasn't in the records I sent, I guess it all depends on who is reading it

[HopeFab 62]

Well I just checked and my case is ready for interview date which I am happy but I really wish there was no interview , I'm nervous like crazy cause me n my husband have nothing under our names together yet do to his work schedule , when would I get the physical letter does anyone know?, I'm getting butterflies in my tummy

I wish there was no interview and they would just mail the green card lol

Aww...congrats. splendid news.

[goolia 54]

Thank you so much for the positivity and I definitely will let everyone know how it goes that way you guys can be prepared but I'm sure we will all do great as I'm sure most of us came to the states for love

Honestly I'm shocked of no RFE cuz im pretty sure the 2015 tax return wasn't in the records I sent, I guess it all depends on who is reading it

Congrats, that was really fast!!! I really don't think the 2015 tax return was necessary when we sent it in unless you were lucky enough to have a clueless worker going over your file.

Also, not to hijack your fantastic news, but I'm starting to panic. All three of my case files still say last updated Feb 18. Does anyone know when I'd be able to call for information? I'm assuming I have to wait until 90 days has passed?

[Chalandrae 31]

Also, not to hijack your fantastic news, but I'm starting to panic. All three of my case files still say last updated Feb 18. Does anyone know when I'd be able to call for information? I'm assuming I have to wait until 90 days has passed?

I would say try and give a call, I just off the phone with them and it was quick.

I have to call monday and ask about my receipt numbers. Won't do anything before 40 days! ( it's day 35 haha )

[L & B 12]

Congrats, that was really fast!!! I really don't think the 2015 tax return was necessary when we sent it in unless you were lucky enough to have a clueless worker going over your file.

Also, not to hijack your fantastic news, but I'm starting to panic. All three of my case files still say last updated Feb 18. Does anyone know when I'd be able to call for information? I'm assuming I have to wait until 90 days has passed?

I wouldn't worry yet...our case hasn't been updated since Feb 10 either.

If your EAD has been pending longer than 75 days you can make a service request https://www.uscis.gov/forms/tip-sheet-employment-authorization-applications-pending-more-75-days I have this date marked on my calendar and will definitely be filing a request if necessary, since I know my husband would like to start working soon.

In regards to the GC, we all just have to be patient. After a 10 month K-1 visa process (TSC backlog, long wait for an interview at Ankara) I have learned to be patient with the immigration process and just be grateful that we are now together. There is no way to predict whether we will get an RFE, be asked to come in for an interview, or just go straight to GC production...that's in the hands of USCIS, so we are prepared for another long wait, while still hoping for the best...

[goolia 54]

I would say try and give a call, I just off the phone with them and it was quick.

I have to call monday and ask about my receipt numbers. Won't do anything before 40 days! ( it's day 35 haha )

Oh yay! I'm glad to hear that because I honestly thought you had to wait much longer before they would give you an answer. Hopefully Monday, you'll have it all sorted.

[goolia 54]

I wouldn't worry yet...our case hasn't been updated since Feb 10 either.

If your EAD has been pending longer than 75 days you can make a service request https://www.uscis.gov/forms/tip-sheet-employment-authorization-applications-pending-more-75-days I have this date marked on my calendar and will definitely be filing a request if necessary, since I know my husband would like to start working soon.

In regards to the GC, we all just have to be patient. After a 10 month K-1 visa process (TSC backlog, long wait for an interview at Ankara) I have learned to be patient with the immigration process and just be grateful that we are now together. There is no way to predict whether we will get an RFE, be asked to come in for an interview, or just go straight to GC production...that's in the hands of USCIS, so we are prepared for another long wait, while still hoping for the best...

Ty! I will be marking that on my calendar as well.

Absolutely. I keep telling myself I have no right to complain, especially since I managed to just barely avoid TSC but it's hard when you're not working and have way too much time to read about other people's case's being processed ahead of yours haha. I know that's the way it goes and so much of it is dependent on local offices and the person who has your case - doesn't make it any less frustrating though.

Fingers crossed that we continue to hear more good news in this thread.

[Heley 52]

OK bio got done after 4 hrs of ride .it wasn't because we were that far...:/ it was coz we were lost and couldn't find the uscis office in Orlando. My husband almost gave up but thank god we finally made it. Glad this day was over! Being stuck From 10am till 5 pm plus the twins winning like crazy sucked like reall ! I guess this is it right ? All we gotta do is wait for a good news

Edited April 6, 2016 by Heley

[Abby&Colin 40]

Getting so excited hope we all here something soon I really want to make my graduation from university in June !

[Heley 52]

Thank you! I am 4.5 months pregnant with Twins so its good to hear this news! I really wish i am able to visit England (home) before they arrive!!

twins lol!!! I have 15 month twins too .... Boy and girl!!! Wish u an easy pregnancy coz it the pregnancy time with twins sucks lol and good luck girl!!

[DoubleT 7]

twins lol!!! I have 15 month twins too .... Boy and girl!!! Wish u an easy pregnancy coz it the pregnancy time with twins sucks lol and good luck girl!!

Thanks!!! Its been rough but getting there! Im pregnant with fraternal twin boys we found out the genders two weeks ago!