AOS worst fear... please help

[lala64 93]

I swear I hate this whole process...It has been a nightmare from day 1... My husband received an email from USCIS saying that the request for interview reschedule has been DENIED. They are administratively closing his I485. Upon my return I should submit a written request to reopen the I485 with an explanation and proof of why I was unable to attend the interview. I recently sent them a copy of my work contract and my employer is willing to write a letter stating that it was necessary for me to go to Scotland in order to retain my position. the email said they will make a decision after they receive the written request and proof of why I can not make it. Should I just tell my husband to go alone on May 12th and carry my work contract or should I just wait until I am in the states and go with him and request an infopass appointment. OMG are they going to deport my husband because I had to work out of the country?!!!

[Harpa Timsah 13,258]

Did they ask for the reason to reschedule or did you supply it? You could of just said you had a conflict instead of explaining you don't live together (I know it is very temporary). It was his appt btw so no need for you to reschedule; he should. He should make infopass and try to get the reschedule.

Edited April 15, 2016 by Harpa Timsah

[newacct 688]

He can still file AOS again if it is denied.

[Ebunoluwa 6,136]

I swear I hate this whole process...It has been a nightmare from day 1... My husband received an email from USCIS saying that the request for interview reschedule has been DENIED. They are administratively closing his I485. Upon my return I should submit a written request to reopen the I485 with an explanation and proof of why I was unable to attend the interview. I recently sent them a copy of my work contract and my employer is willing to write a letter stating that it was necessary for me to go to Scotland in order to retain my position. the email said they will make a decision after they receive the written request and proof of why I can not make it. Should I just tell my husband to go alone on May 12th and carry my work contract or should I just wait until I am in the states and go with him and request an infopass appointment. OMG are they going to deport my husband because I had to work out of the country?!!!

Motion to re open fee is $630, I doubt they would waive the fees even with your evidence.

How long are you out of the country ?

I am not clear on did they or did they not yet receive the written request and evidence of why you can't attend ?

Your husband won't be approved going by himself so I would wait until you get back depending on how long that is.

Is it possible to take a few days off and fly over ? Same cost as a motion to re open if you can find a cheap flight.

This process sucks and I am sorry for all this trouble you are having.

[lala64 93]

Did they ask for the reason to reschedule or did you supply it? You could of just said you had a conflict instead of explaining you don't live together (I know it is very temporary). It was his appt btw so no need for you to reschedule; he should. He should make infopass and try to get the reschedule.

They did not ask a reason.. I called and put in request and a few days later mailed them my work contract stating it was necessary to go out of the country to work until July 1st. we have live together 6 months before I left. his son is in school and he is now working. we are not separated at all just for my job sake that is it. I called and had him on the line to give permission to speak with me. It was his appointment but I it said I needed to be in attendance. Should he go without me?

[lala64 93]

Motion to re open fee is $630, I doubt they would waive the fees even with your evidence.

How long are you out of the country ?

I am not clear on did they or did they not yet receive the written request and evidence of why you can't attend ?

Your husband won't be approved going by himself so I would wait until you get back depending on how long that is.

Is it possible to take a few days off and fly over ? Same cost as a motion to re open if you can find a cheap flight.

This process sucks and I am sorry for all this trouble you are having.

I sent the letter a few days after I called..I am back on July 1st. not sure if they got the evidence before or after the decision.

[Harpa Timsah 13,258]

I would have him make INFOPASS and talk to someone at your local office about rescheduling. I thought that reschedule instructions would be on the letter and that you were meant to communicate with the office directly, but I could be wrong on that.

If that doesn't work, then I would have him go to the interview alone with your work contract and talk to the IO and hopefully get a reschedule. He cannot be approved without your presence (unless you are deployed in the military which you are not).

Worst case is you have to refile. That is really bad and expensive, but I hope at least it's a little reassurance that he will not be deported. I think you'll get this sorted long before, though.

Edited April 15, 2016 by Harpa Timsah

[Ebunoluwa 6,136]

How about getting your congressman involved a.s.a.p. and having him submit the evidence again (submit everything you can, employer letter)

and ask to schedule a July appointment.

I would not risk him going alone to the interview but he can try an infopass with all evidence as soon as possible.

[Pinkrlion 2,720]

Call your senator again to get interview rescheduled. If they deny I485, his EAD/AP gets cancelled.

[lala64 93]

Spoke with USCIS... they said that they do not deny AOS just close it as they have done. however she said that as soon as I get back we should take the email and any proof to the infopass and try to reschedule. She also said that he should not go to the interview alone since it said on the letter I should be present. The email does not say I need to file a form or pay an additional fee and she suggested I copy that and bring that with me as my instruction are to provide a written request with supporting documents to reopen the AOS... that's all I can do. She said at the very worse, I re file the AOS if they do not grant me an interview

[lala64 93]

I would have him make INFOPASS and talk to someone at your local office about rescheduling. I thought that reschedule instructions would be on the letter and that you were meant to communicate with the office directly, but I could be wrong on that.

If that doesn't work, then I would have him go to the interview alone with your work contract and talk to the IO and hopefully get a reschedule. He cannot be approved without your presence (unless you are deployed in the military which you are not).

Worst case is you have to refile. That is really bad and expensive, but I hope at least it's a little reassurance that he will not be deported. I think you'll get this sorted long before, though.

Yes we followed the instructions on the letter which said to call USCIS if we needed to reschedule. they put in a request and unfortunately it was not granted as I needed one after july 1 as long as he Is safe and can remain in the US until I get it sorted out ... that is fine with me.. what else can I do.

[lala64 93]

Call your senator again to get interview rescheduled. If they deny I485, his EAD/AP gets cancelled.

Senator... Dejavu.. I will see if they can help me again.. this is crazy.. no one goes through these many complications.. good thing I really love my husband.. IMMIGRATION HAS TESTED IT SO MANY TIMES.

[Harpa Timsah 13,258]

Spoke with USCIS... they said that they do not deny AOS just close it as they have done. however she said that as soon as I get back we should take the email and any proof to the infopass and try to reschedule. She also said that he should not go to the interview alone since it said on the letter I should be present. The email does not say I need to file a form or pay an additional fee and she suggested I copy that and bring that with me as my instruction are to provide a written request with supporting documents to reopen the AOS... that's all I can do. She said at the very worse, I re file the AOS if they do not grant me an interview

I think you got hit with the misinformation line. That sounds like bad advice to me. Your husband should make INFOPASS and talk to a person at your local office.

[LionessDeon 2,060]

Oh believe me you're not alone!

The info pass appt sounds like a good option. I'd do that if it were me.

I hope you get it all sorted out. Good Luck!

[Ebunoluwa 6,136]

I think you got hit with the misinformation line. That sounds like bad advice to me. Your husband should make INFOPASS and talk to a person at your local office.

I totally agree !