VAWA, Part 8

[Strongstaystrong 0]

I filed my vawa on Nov 8th 2016, and today the status changed to : received correspondence and USCIS IS REVIEWING IT. I didn't send anything and I don't have a lawyer so am wondering what this means?

[gramercy 141]

6 hours ago, Peru1234 said:

And when you call,,, you give them your full name and dob and that's how they provide the receipt number???  S

Peru1234 I remember you mentioned your package was delivered Dec 31 so you should wait to Jan 31st you still don't need to worry for another week. If you don't get it you just call with your tracking info to ask, they may explain why it's late (don't expect a receipt number given to you over the phone) they will probably look into it & give u some explanation! I hope you get it before then xx

Edited January 26, 2017 by gramercy

[Hopeful diva 99]

On 1 January 2017 at 7:00 PM, maria43 said:

Hello everybody, I have a AOS i-485 denied because the USCIS thought our question/answers were not same. My attorney has filed a motion to re-open/re-consider, so my case is now pending. My husband have left me 3 months ago for another woman. He has been abusive since the time we got married. Harassed me, hit me, i have police report when I called the police one time. I have hospital record from when he hit me and broke my arm. I have affidavits from friends who knew the abuse, I have his recordings where he is calling me names, breaking things in the house, telling me that he will have me deported. I also have all the joint documents copies of our bills ect. I have decided to file for VAWA. 

 

I am in the process of getting my affidavits from my friends, do they have to be in a special manner? do they have to be notorized? is there any particular layout that they must be in. I dont know if I need a lawyer. But can any one recommend a lawyer in the Atlanta area? Thanks

You don't need a lawyer. You can file it on your own. Having a lawyer may be helpful but most of what these lawyers are doing, you can do on your own. I filed my i360 and all my forms by myself 

[Hopeful diva 99]

On 10 January 2017 at 0:41 AM, Ms.Green said:

rsj,

 

It does not matter if it is a heterosexual or homosexual marage. Men can file for VAWA as well. As long as you are in an abusive marriage you can file and hope for the best. There are never any guarantees you will get approved.

 

I have researched alot about VAWA after filing it to kind of get some kind of confidence in the outcome.

 

You qualify if you:

 

- have proof of the abuse (police reports, 911 calls, affidavits, pictures, texts, emails anything you have)

- can prove that this was a bonified marriage (marriage certificate, wedding pictures, affidavits, photos and etc)

- can prove that you resided together (bills with your names, joint bank accounts, mortgage and etc)

- proof that you are a person of good moral character (affidavits, proof from the fbi or police of a clean record, volunteering and etc)

 

One of the most important things you need to include is your story. Start with how you fell for one another and the good times you had. Explain when the abuse started. Go into detail and do not lie.

 

Mind you I am still waiting on my approvals, but that is what I included. And I feel pretty confident since there is nothing I could add at this point.

 

I wish you and your baby good luck!

 

 

You didn't include proof that he's a US citizen? Isn't that required?

[Hopeful diva 99]

On 19 January 2017 at 5:11 PM, rsj said:

Can anyone share please where to send (address)the letter to hold 485 in abeyance. I'm afraid I can't file 360 soonest. My interview is 1st wk of Feb. Thanks in advance!

I would advice you to go to the interview and explain to them. Tell them that you are in the process of applying for i360. They will most likely have you put it in written form at the office. I once Had an interview in the past where I had a dispute with my spouse and he refused to show up at the last minute. I went to the interview alone and told them what the problem was and why he didn't show up, they told me to put it down in writing and request a rescheduling, which I did. Interview was rescheduled. In your case, they would ask u to write and request a postponement/abeyance on your case while your i360 is processing. 

Good luck! 

Edited January 26, 2017 by Hopeful diva

[Cameron.xyz 10]

15 hours ago, Tortmaster said:

Any receipt notice Cameron? Nothing on my end yet

Nothing yet:(

[oreoluwa01 4]

11 hours ago, Hopeful diva said:

I would advice you to go to the interview and explain to them. Tell them that you are in the process of applying for i360. They will most likely have you put it in written form at the office. I once Had an interview in the past where I had a dispute with my spouse and he refused to show up at the last minute. I went to the interview alone and told them what the problem was and why he didn't show up, they told me to put it down in writing and request a rescheduling, which I did. Interview was rescheduled. In your case, they would ask u to write and request a postponement/abeyance on your case while your i360 is processing. 

Good luck! 

Hi hopeful diva, have you heard anything from them yet and if you don't mind can you post your timeline? Has you case been approved?

 

[Ms.Green 30]

14 hours ago, Hopeful diva said:

You didn't include proof that he's a US citizen? Isn't that required?

Of course, you need to provide proof that a person is a US citizen or a legal resident in the United States.

[Sandra G. 5,047]

berryseed you need to know the reason why your AOS was denied, if it was because you couldn't prove bonafide marriage then you should not have a problem with your new I-485, but if the reason was a sham marriage then forget about it because USCIS will not approve a new AOS at all.

 

I remember 3 cases of VAWA/AOS denied because of sham marriages and their new I485, because they got married, were denied as well.

[Sandra93 8]

For some of you who sent your applications around December 21st - Mine was sent on December 20th through Express Mail and I am still waiting on my receipts so you guys are not alone. It seems like there is a delay due to Christmas/New Years Season. I am sure they will be coming any day now ☺

[Teacher063 0]

I  submit vawa for 5 months already

i didnt get prima facie or any update

 

in website just say they are working on my case

 

is it normal ?

Edited January 27, 2017 by Teacher063

[gramercy 141]

2 minutes ago, Teacher063 said:

I  submit vawa for 5 months already

i didnt get prima facie or any update

 

in website just say they are working on my case

 

is it normal ?

Did you at least get a receipt notice?

 

[Teacher063 0]

3 minutes ago, gramercy said:

Did you at least get a receipt notice?

 

Yes i got receipt and work permit 

but i read someone they have prima facie? But i dont have it yet

 

ps they ask for rfe bona fide and i respond back already

[missvrapter 9]

 

i was advised to post this here for some advice and to get in touch with sandranj because you may be able to help me out... i have sent you a pm. Any advice is greatly appreciated! Thankyou

[Kool76 1]

@Teacher063 when you filed your work permit ?