AOS September 2016 Filers

[MariaR323 199]

Is there anyone that filed around September 19th that is still waiting for EAD? We sent my husband's application in on this date and got the confirmation it arrived Sept. 21st.

He has done biometrics and everything back in October, but I have not received an update on if it has been approved and/or they are sending the card. We are on day 85. I called USICS and they said they had his biometrics on file, everything was fine but no additional activity on the case. I would have to call after the 90 mark to open a case.

Anyone in the same position? Or did it come on the 90 day mark?

We have similar timelines (see below in my signature) except for the fact we got an RFIE on the AOS cases, which in our case, has delayed us.

However, if you didn't get any RFIE/RFE on your cases, you can most def file a service request now. You could have filed it on day 76 actually.

Look here: https://www.uscis.gov/forms/tip-sheet-employment-authorization-applications-pending-more-75-days

Call the National Customer Service Center (NCSC), 1-800-375-5283, and ask for an "Approaching Regulatory Timeframe" service request.

[daniel4310 154]

Positive vibes headed your way, you will do fine.

I hate the USPS, they are the worse.

The letter got finally delivered today. So I called USCIS again and asked them if they could send me the card again to the right address this time. All they told me, is that I turned in a service request already and that they will look at it, I should hear something by Dec. 20th .... So two weeks before I start my new job I won't have a card lol...

[MariaR323 199]

The letter got finally delivered today. So I called USCIS again and asked them if they could send me the card again to the right address this time. All they told me, is that I turned in a service request already and that they will look at it, I should hear something by Dec. 20th .... So two weeks before I start my new job I won't have a card lol...

Gotta love USCIS, huh

[daniel4310 154]

Gotta love USCIS, huh

for the amount of money we spent this is absolutely ridiculous...

[andy1044 3]

We have similar timelines (see below in my signature) except for the fact we got an RFIE on the AOS cases, which in our case, has delayed us.

However, if you didn't get any RFIE/RFE on your cases, you can most def file a service request now. You could have filed it on day 76 actually.

Look here: https://www.uscis.gov/forms/tip-sheet-employment-authorization-applications-pending-more-75-days

Call the National Customer Service Center (NCSC), 1-800-375-5283, and ask for an "Approaching Regulatory Timeframe" service request.

MariaR323,

As per the link, the clock will stop and restart if RFIE is for EAD based on a pending Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status.

FYI....

• The clock will also stop if USCIS issues a request for initial evidence pertaining to the principal application/petition that serves as the basis for your application for employment authorization.
  • For example, if your eligibility for employment authorization is based on a pending Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, and USCIS issues a request for initial evidence pertaining to your Form I-485, the clock for your Form I-765 will stop when USCIS issues the request for evidence and restart when USCIS receives the requested information.

[MariaR323 199]

for the amount of money we spent this is absolutely ridiculous...

I hear 'ya!

[MariaR323 199]

MariaR323,

As per the link, the clock will stop and restart if RFIE is for EAD based on a pending Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status.

FYI....

• The clock will also stop if USCIS issues a request for initial evidence pertaining to the principal application/petition that serves as the basis for your application for employment authorization.
  • For example, if your eligibility for employment authorization is based on a pending Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, and USCIS issues a request for initial evidence pertaining to your Form I-485, the clock for your Form I-765 will stop when USCIS issues the request for evidence and restart when USCIS receives the requested information.

Hi Andy,

All that info is in the link I provided to the OP I responded to. They didn't mention any RFIE/RFE so they could indeed file a service request, since day 76 actually.

I, on the other hand, mentioned that we got delayed because of the RFIE.

Unless I'm missing something... was this meant for me in a different context?

[andy1044 3]

Hi Andy,

All that info is in the link I provided to the OP I responded to. They didn't mention any RFIE/RFE so they could indeed file a service request, since day 76 actually.

I, on the other hand, mentioned that we got delayed because of the RFIE.

Unless I'm missing something... was this meant for me in a different context?

Hello Maria,

Looking at your timeline and deducting the time for RFIE, i think you can also file service request since the clock stops for RFIE ( as far as i think ).

[Steph&R 0]

So this is how my interview went:

We had the appointment at the Chicago field office. Got there 15 minutes earlier, went through the airport-like security and waited for about half an hour after the time on our sheet. We were greeted by the official who called our names and took the appointment letter. She was very nice from the beggining, she swore us in and started to ask me simple questions like my name, birth date etc. Went through the are you a terrorist or arms dealer questions and then procedeed to ask us when did we get married and how long have we known eachother, she laughed at our story and asked if we had any documents to prove we had a life together, gave her bank accounts statements, shared health insurance, bills and a signed letter from my mother in law stating that we lived in her house. She didn't ask for pictures but i still offered them along with flight stubs, 6 months of skype calls and messages, which she added to her file. She didn't ask things like what color is your spouse's toothbrush. At the end of the interview she said she had to check a few things about my visa entrances and exits and that if all was well i should expect my green card in the mail in about two weeks. We didn't get approved on the spot, but we got out of the interview feeling very confident and my case is a bit complicated so overall it was good. I will let you know if I get anything on the mail or if the status on the page changes. Good luck to you all!

[annie_losangeles 2]

Is there anyone that filed around September 19th that is still waiting for EAD? We sent my husband's application in on this date and got the confirmation it arrived Sept. 21st.

He has done biometrics and everything back in October, but I have not received an update on if it has been approved and/or they are sending the card. We are on day 85. I called USICS and they said they had his biometrics on file, everything was fine but no additional activity on the case. I would have to call after the 90 mark to open a case.

Anyone in the same position? Or did it come on the 90 day mark?

Hey. I am in a similar situation. I filed September 21 (NOA was September 26). Yesterday was day 77 and I put in a service request. Today it got confirmed. However, I already have my interview scheduled for January. My clock never stopped. It's weird that there is progress for AOS but not for AP and EAD

[MariaR323 199]

Hello Maria,

Looking at your timeline and deducting the time for RFIE, i think you can also file service request since the clock stops for RFIE ( as far as i think ).

Ah, yes, I thought that too. I should say I kind of still think that's true even though I called in to ask and the first rep said it completely restarts the clock back to day 1.

The wording is a bit tricky and I'm assuming it could go both ways... so I may try calling in again later today or tomorrow and asking for a supervisor to verify that info since I know the first reps that answer aren't that knowledgeable lol

Thanks!

[MariaR323 199]

What does everyone else think?

After reading the details on this link for the "more than 75 days pending" EAD: https://www.uscis.gov/forms/tip-sheet-employment-authorization-applications-pending-more-75-days

Would the clock completely restart on the EAD since I got a request for initial evidence on the I-485? Or would it just stop/start back up on the day the RFIE response was received?

[Georgia16 2,858]

What does everyone else think?

After reading the details on this link for the "more than 75 days pending" EAD: https://www.uscis.gov/forms/tip-sheet-employment-authorization-applications-pending-more-75-days

Would the clock completely restart on the EAD since I got a request for initial evidence on the I-485? Or would it just stop/start back up on the day the RFIE response was received?

Stop when status changed to RFE and restart when they have received the response. They may be delayed before of the Thanksgiving holidays.

[PhilNM 4]

Hi guys! My I-765 and AP got approve on 7th of December. I got an approval notice today but its only for the AP.Should i still get an approval notice for the work permit? Even if i get two letters it will be a combo if i get my card?

Thanks

Edited December 14, 2016 by PhilNM

[A'n'L 735]

Hi guys! My I-765 and AP got approve on 7th of December. I got an approval notice today but its only for the AP.Should i still get an approval notice for the work permit? Even if i get two letters it will be a combo if i get my card?

Thanks

I only got the approval notice for the i131 as well. Got a combo card.