Various doubts

[bokins 63]

Hi all,

I will be sending the complete package (I-130 + I485) to adjust status, from my current F-1 status (expires in 2020), and I have some questions that I'd appreciate to be answered.

First of all, I tried to find the answers and read a lot of different things, and since it seems my AOS is not the same as people who get CR1 visas or other types, I don't know if the information they say applies to NVC applies to me too.

Anyway, long story short, just writing out all my info and if you think anything is wrong, a comment will be appreciated

First of all, If I file concurrently, my petition is handled directly by a field office? I mean, when I go to this webpage (https://egov.uscis.gov/cris/processTimesDisplayInit.do) when they say the processing times, when I check the field offices, I only see the processing of the I-485 times, do these include the concurrent filings? Is the I-130 also processed there?

This is basically because I am trying to decide if to file the petition in the Washington DC office or in the Norfolk VA office, since, even though I live In DC, I saw on the visa journey timeline averages that the average for DC was 250 days whereas the average for Norfolk was 75 days.

However, when I check at the USCIS webpage I see the current processing dates of the Norfolk field office as of Feb29 were Jul11 2015, but how can this be possible if somebody here submitted a timeline of 75 days in the last 3 months?

Another thing is the I-864. My wife does not meet the requirements, so my step-father, who is USC, is also sponsoring me. On the first part of the document, my wife is checking the box A, as the petitioner, and my step-father is checking the box D as "Only joint sponsor", is that correct?

And for the Tax return, we are sending my wife's and my step-father's 2014 return, since they have filed for an extension, and our plan is to file together as soon as I get a SSN, and we stated that in the letter explaining why she is not submitting the 2015 tax return.

Also, my wife is 9 years older than I am, I am 26, almost 27 years old, have anyone had any problems with that? We have pics of a trip to Spain, with my family, the wedding, joint bank account and statements showing the purchase of groceries, restaurants, the health insurance payments..., joint health insurance, and we are living in a house, where we don't have a contract because it's property of my wife's best friend, but she is signing an affidavit of bonafide marriage saying that the house is hers and we live there. We have also the fact that my visa doesn't expire until 2020 (I came in 2014), so they won't see a filing in a rush. I hope that is enough evidence, but do you think we should include any other thing?

I also was initially charged with a misdemeanor for reckless driving for driving at 80mph in a 55 zone (don't speed in VA people!) but at the trial the charge got amended to a simple traffic infraction, so I don't have any criminal record, but since the I-485 says to submit the info even though the charges were dropped I am sending this info with a letter explaining that. Do you have any experience dealing with this?

Finally, as a final thing that I can think of now, do I need a cover letter and a form G-1145 for the whole package, another one for the I-130 package and another one for the I-485 package or Just one is enough?

Thank you so much for your help!, and please, excuse me if my grammar is not perfect.

[aleful 1,905]

hi

you will only have the interview at the local office

the forms are sent to different service centers depending on where the petitioner lives

the packet will be sent to a lockbox, it may be Chicago, check the instruction form for the i485

correct for the i864, but you still might need to submit the 2015 tax at the interview, since it is now the most recent tax requested

or they might get an RFE, don't really know

someone else will chime in with the rest

[Valor 131]

All packets are mailed to Chicago lockbox first and then being delivered to National Benefit Center, after that it will be sent to your local office. Which field office is assigned to deal your case is based on your address and therefore it's not selectable by you.

You will need your sponsor's the latest 3 years tax return transcript.

Age gap shouldn't be a problem as long as you have enough proof for your relationship, there're many similar threads on this forum you can search for.

[Harpa Timsah 13,258]

You don't have a choice about where to send the package. You must send it to the Chicago Lockbox. Check the instructions.

[bokins 63]

Hi everybody who answered, and thank you so much for it.

I know I have to send the packages to the Chicago Lockbox, my question arose because of this question in the form I-130:

"22. Complete the information below if your relative is in the United States and will apply for adjustment of status.

Your relative is in the United States and will apply for adjustment of status to that of a lawful permanent resident at the USCIS office in:"

It is asking me for a city and State, this is why I was thinking that I might be able to choose the Field Office that want to process my case, and this is why I was debating between Washington DC or Norfolk VA

[aleful 1,905]

hi

you cant choose, they will send you to the office closest to your address

you will put city and state and they will send you the appointment letter with the address where to go

[bokins 63]

hi

you cant choose, they will send you to the office closest to your address

you will put city and state and they will send you the appointment letter with the address where to go

Hi, and thanks for your answer!

I was wondering then why do they let me choose an office if they assign the case wherever they want.

[Valor 131]

Hi everybody who answered, and thank you so much for it.

I know I have to send the packages to the Chicago Lockbox, my question arose because of this question in the form I-130:

"22. Complete the information below if your relative is in the United States and will apply for adjustment of status.

Your relative is in the United States and will apply for adjustment of status to that of a lawful permanent resident at the USCIS office in:"

It is asking me for a city and State, this is why I was thinking that I might be able to choose the Field Office that want to process my case, and this is why I was debating between Washington DC or Norfolk VA

If you live in D.C., then your field office is Washington D.C. There're certain counties and cities in VA use Norfolk VA office. I live in Alexandria and my field office is also Washington D.C.

[Harpa Timsah 13,258]

Hi everybody who answered, and thank you so much for it.

I know I have to send the packages to the Chicago Lockbox, my question arose because of this question in the form I-130:

"22. Complete the information below if your relative is in the United States and will apply for adjustment of status.

Your relative is in the United States and will apply for adjustment of status to that of a lawful permanent resident at the USCIS office in:"

It is asking me for a city and State, this is why I was thinking that I might be able to choose the Field Office that want to process my case, and this is why I was debating between Washington DC or Norfolk VA

This is an outdated question or maybe one that doesn't apply to concurrent cases. Some people put Chicago Lockbox, others put their local office, and it doesn't matter. They will tell you where to go.

[bokins 63]

If you live in D.C., then your field office is Washington D.C. There're certain counties and cities in VA use Norfolk VA office. I live in Alexandria and my field office is also Washington D.C.

This is an outdated question or maybe one that doesn't apply to concurrent cases. Some people put Chicago Lockbox, others put their local office, and it doesn't matter. They will tell you where to go.

Hi, And thank you for your answers, I will Put Fairfax, VA then (it is where the Washington DC office is located) I was just wondering if I could put Norfolk VA because I saw the waiting time was less, but I guess they will choose whatever they want.

In another question, about the charge mentioned in the OP I am confused, to the question of

1. Have you EVER, in or outside the United States:

b. Been arrested, cited, charged, indicted, convicted, fined, or imprisoned for breaking or violating any law or ordinance, excluding traffic violations?

I don't know what to answer, here is my case:

I got a reckless driving charge (I was not arrested, and no drugs or alcohol were involved) to drive at 80mph, which in VA is a class 1 misdemeanor, and later at the court my charge was amended to a simple 74/55 traffic violation, with a $175 fine.

By this text I would think that I should say yes on the box.

You must file your application with the following evidence:

1. Criminal history

1. If you have ever been arrested or detained by any law enforcement officer for any reason, and charges were filed, or if charges were filed against you without an arrest, submit:

   An original or court-certified copy of the complete arrest record and/or disposition for each incident (e.g., dismissal order, conviction record, or acquittal order).

But, on the other hand, it also says:

NOTE: Unless a traffic incident was alcohol or drug- related, you do not need to submit documentation for traffic fines and incidents that did not involve an actual arrest if the only penalty was a fine of less than $500 and/or points on your driver's license.

My plan was to answer NO to the question but then attach the explanation about this case just in case they could consider the preliminary charge that I had, so they can say that I am not hiding anything.

Has anyone had any experience on this?

Thank you!