VAWA, Part 8

[gramercy 141]

Just now, Peru1234 said:

Hope they do,,, so I can feel relief!! 🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔

I hope so too. Best of luck.

[Sandra G. 5,043]

2 hours ago, gramercy said:

 

As I  said before just the petitioner can ask to expedite the VAWA/EAD/AOS.The Congress person has no authority to do this, they just inquire about VAWA/EAD/AOS when is outside or normal of processing time, NOTHING ELSE.

 

The person can  write a letter to USCIS asking  to expedite an application if it meets one or more of the following criteria:

•Severe financial loss to company or person ;

•Emergency situation;

•Humanitarian reasons;  

•Nonprofit organization whose request is in furtherance of the cultural and social interests of the United States ;

•Department of Defense or national i nterest situation;  

•USCIS error; or

•Compelling interest of USCIS.

[Sandra G. 5,043]

On 4/14/2017 at 1:17 PM, Czzr said:

Hey everyone! I don't know where else to post! 

I’m applying for citizenship using the three year rule based on VAWA. In 3 weeks I will be able to submit the n-400 I’m doing everything myself and wanted some feedback from you guys. 

 

I’m currently working on the cover letter. I know in the cover letter I need to explain the three year rule and attach the 89 Memo . I have a record.

Do i have to submit evidence of the marriage? 

 

Could anyone share their timeline?

I can’t afford a lawyer and I’m nervous I’m going to miss something.

 

thanks! 

 

 

 

CZRRRR long time man. Yes, you have to submit prove of bonafide marriage, IRS transcripts, and a certified copy of the deposition transcript. 

 

CZRR your charge does not preclude you from obtaining Citizenship but USCIS does not take slightly this kind the record that you have and they might consider you lack good moral character. Make sure that in your cover letter you explain the circumstances surrounding the charge.  Explain why you entered in the car and mention you were fleeing from abuse, as you mentioned in your VAWA case. Be very specific and you don't have to write down one page.

 

Mention nobody got hurt, tell then it was your first and only offense. Mention about your professional life before and after the charge, are you still waiting for the State? it's a good thing tho. They will have the transcript in front of them but it's advised to explain in the cover letter these points ok and apologize for what happened.

Edited April 17, 2017 by sandranj

[Sandra G. 5,043]

2 hours ago, Peru1234 said:

Hi,,, I submitted RFE for good moral character (FBI fingerprints)  it shows Vermont got it last Friday(check UPS tracking number),,  my question is how long before there is an update on my case online or they acknowledged on line that they actually got my RFE?  

 

 

Sometimes they post the  RFE answer was received and sometimes they don't post ok. Their website is not reliable.

Edited April 17, 2017 by sandranj

[Sandra G. 5,043]

BKM if your spouse is a US Citizen and you will file for adjustment of status or filed the AOS then you can submit form I-765 category C 9 and you should receive the work permit within 2/3 months.

 

If you had your VAWA approved and didn't file AOS you can file I-751  and put category C 31, but if you have your Vawa approved it's advised to file for AOS, and  file the I-751 using category C 9.

Edited April 17, 2017 by sandranj

[GodBlessYou 1]

Does anyone get approved VAWA who applied in July, 2016?

If so, could you share your time line? It will be really appreciated.

Thanks~!

Edited April 17, 2017 by JOEEE

[rayofhope 34]

20 hours ago, MBelucci said:

Hi girls , 

Hi Sandra , 

Wasn't for almost 4 years  here , Just would like to give everyone my processing time so probably will help some one , also since 2013 processing time was changed , but also : 

 

 

Filed I-360 in Feb 2013 

Approved i-360 April 2014 

GC received November 2014 

Applied for N-400 citizenship Sept 2016 

Interview Approved March 2017 

Oath Ceremony Tomorrow

 

Wish everyone good luck

 

Be strong  

Balucci got gc in november 2014 and applied for naturalization in September 2016 how is it possible as Sandraj told for naturalization only can apply after 2 years 9 months and the time froma Balucci gave is only 2 years is something wrong with time frame "nov2014 to sep2016"

[prayandbelieve 27]

Hi all,

Today I received the VAWA and EAD approval notice. I am so happy right now. I read some people have received the prima facie extension while they did not asked for it. So did I. Therefore, I want to share with you my experience. 

I found out that my VAWA was approved in March through infopass. Last week, I received a notice for prima facie extension. I was surprised and wondered why USCIS sent me this without my request. So I contacted my congressman office. The lady at the office was really nice to me. She was able to get in touch with Vermont office and I think USCIS has realized that they sent me a wrong notice. After that, they sent the approval notice the day after my congressman inquired it.

I hope this helps other members who are still waiting. 

 

[rayofhope 34]

18 minutes ago, prayandbelieve said:

Hi all,

Today I received the VAWA and EAD approval notice. I am so happy right now. I read some people have received the prima facie extension while they did not asked for it. So did I. Therefore, I want to share with you my experience. 

I found out that my VAWA was approved in March through infopass. Last week, I received a notice for prima facie extension. I was surprised and wondered why USCIS sent me this without my request. So I contacted my congressman office. The lady at the office was really nice to me. She was able to get in touch with Vermont office and I think USCIS has realized that they sent me a wrong notice. After that, they sent the approval notice the day after my congressman inquired it.

I hope this helps other members who are still waiting. 

 

Congrats prayandbelieve could you please share the timeline

[rayofhope 34]

Thank God today after so much hassle of putting wrong category then again sending the right category i finally received the approval of EAD but im worried as i had changed the address 3 months back and im wondering after sending the written notice of AR 11 for change of address I 360 by sending letter but its been 2 months and after receiving approval letter by usps it was with a yellow label of change of address means vsc has not updated my address till now and my ead card Will be sent by which courier i dont know ..should i make infopass for this.

[prayandbelieve 27]

To rayofhope,

I think for any concerns you have, you should talk to an officer at infopass rather than sitting at home and worry yourself out.

Below is my timeline: 

May 6, 2016             I-360 sent

May 16, 2016           USCIS sent notice that they received my case

May 19, 2016           RFE requested

July 5, 2016             RFE received

July 8, 2016             Prima Facie issued

     2017

March 13       Congressman informed me that USCIS has made a decision on my case, they did not tell what the decision was though

March 31       Found out VAWA was approved on March 8 at infopass

April 10          Received Prima Facie extension

April 11          Contacted congressman

April 12         Approval notice sent from USCIS

April 17        Receive VAWA and EAD approval notice in mail

[Hopeful diva 99]

52 minutes ago, prayandbelieve said:

To rayofhope,

I think for any concerns you have, you should talk to an officer at infopass rather than sitting at home and worry yourself out.

Below is my timeline: 

May 6, 2016             I-360 sent

May 16, 2016           USCIS sent notice that they received my case

May 19, 2016           RFE requested

July 5, 2016             RFE received

July 8, 2016             Prima Facie issued

     2017

March 13       Congressman informed me that USCIS has made a decision on my case, they did not tell what the decision was though

March 31       Found out VAWA was approved on March 8 at infopass

April 10          Received Prima Facie extension

April 11          Contacted congressman

April 12         Approval notice sent from USCIS

April 17        Receive VAWA and EAD approval notice in mail

Congrats!!! What a relief for you after 10 months of intense waiting! 

[Over come 50]

2 hours ago, prayandbelieve said:

Hi all,

Today I received the VAWA and EAD approval notice. I am so happy right now. I read some people have received the prima facie extension while they did not asked for it. So did I. Therefore, I want to share with you my experience. 

I found out that my VAWA was approved in March through infopass. Last week, I received a notice for prima facie extension. I was surprised and wondered why USCIS sent me this without my request. So I contacted my congressman office. The lady at the office was really nice to me. She was able to get in touch with Vermont office and I think USCIS has realized that they sent me a wrong notice. After that, they sent the approval notice the day after my congressman inquired it.

I hope this helps other members who are still waiting. 

 

Congrats! That is sooo amazing, am happy for you. I pray that all of us will be sharing our good news soon.

[Hopeful diva 99]

2 hours ago, rayofhope said:

Balucci got gc in november 2014 and applied for naturalization in September 2016 how is it possible as Sandraj told for naturalization only can apply after 2 years 9 months and the time froma Balucci gave is only 2 years is something wrong with time frame "nov2014 to sep2016"

I was wondering the same. Maybe the time starts counting from when vawa is approved... This is a good question for sandra . 

[gramercy 141]

26 minutes ago, Hopeful diva said:

I was wondering the same. Maybe the time starts counting from when vawa is approved... This is a good question for sandra . 

Time counts normally from when a person becomes LPR! so this timeline is a bit confusing!!