Does I-131 delay AOS processing time?

[osman hassan 0]

Hi all,

My four friends who have been through the same K1 process as me have noted that the two friends who did not file I-131 received their green cards in 6 months, whereas the ones who did, received it after 2 years! The two who did not file I-131 did not have the option to do so as they filed 8-11 years ago, whereas the other two friends filed more recently (5-6 years ago).

Has anyone else noticed if I-131 delays AOS processing times?

Apparently my two friends who filed for Advance Parole (AP) did not receive their green cards until they used the AP to travel abroad.

Help much appreciated!

[osman hassan 0]

Anyone?

I'm sending my application today so I'd like to know whether to include the I131 or not.

[LionessDeon 2,060]

Never have heard about anything as you are suggesting in your post. AOS from a K1 requires the I-485 as stated in the guides.

[DrEllaNJ 288]

I adjusted from a different status, but got my EAD/AP card about 6 weeks before the GC. In fact, the interview notice came on the same day as the AP card. So in my case, I don't think it slowed it down. Interview scheduling probably has more to do with the field office and how busy it is there.

I'd opt for including the AP, in that case you know for sure you will be able to travel in 3 months, in case emergencies arise. Although you should still be careful when planning long absences as the interview date may be scheduled at any time.

[Suss&Camm 2,213]

Hi all,

My four friends who have been through the same K1 process as me have noted that the two friends who did not file I-131 received their green cards in 6 months, whereas the ones who did, received it after 2 years! The two who did not file I-131 did not have the option to do so as they filed 8-11 years ago, whereas the other two friends filed more recently (5-6 years ago).

Has anyone else noticed if I-131 delays AOS processing times?

Apparently my two friends who filed for Advance Parole (AP) did not receive their green cards until they used the AP to travel abroad.

Help much appreciated!

They filed a very long time ago. The GC processing varies greatly over time and with office that is processing. What you are describing would be nothing more than coincidental. Edited November 28, 2016 by Suss&Camm

[osman hassan 0]

Thank you all!

Application for AOS sent, with I131 enclosed.

[LionessDeon 2,060]

Should be interesting to see if this speeds up your process at all.

Please update your timeline so others can review.

[Ceriy 16]

Our I-131 was processed in 74 days, 16 days later it was delivered. 4 days later Green card was approved. Adjusting from K1.