March 2017 AOS Filers

[raulgon2493 14]

5 minutes ago, 13roots said:

Had my GC interview and approval yesterday! I've written a more detailed review for the San Antonio field office here - http://www.visajourney.com/reviews/view-dos-cis-reviews.php?entry=23090 if interested. In summary it was very pleasant, very straightforward and not intimidating at all, took about 30 mins. I am adjusting from TN rather than K1 or K3 (I know I'm in the wrong forum, but this one is more active), but the process is pretty much the same, except I've been married to hubby for more than 2 years, so we get a 10 year GC and don't have to go through removal of conditions.

 

All in all, I filled out and submitted all the requested paperwork according to the USCIS directions, I got EAD and AP approval around 115 days (approx 3.5 months), and GC approval around 290 days (approx 9.5 months). No infopass, no senators or congress people, just patience and prayer. I hope this gives others (at least those filing in this field office) some peace of mind. I received a notification by text and email about 2 hours after my interview with the status on the I-485 changed to "Card/ Document Production", so I'll start checking the mail for it.

 

I am so relieved and so grateful to all of you here at VJ for the emotional support and information that helped us submit our documents properly and know what to expect along the way. I could not have done this without you! Best wishes to everyone still waiting for news, it won't be long now!

CONGRATS! On everything  

[DorothyLa 107]

18 hours ago, agnesita84 said:

Try a credit union. Otherwise, go through your husband.

credit union doesn't accept because my id is temporary.

i have online bank. they have no fee, ez to use. 

3 hours ago, Californiansunset said:

Did you go to Bank of America and try it there like I told you a long time ago??? Never had problems with BOA. I even had a bank account there when I was on a B1 visa without SSN. It's not the most reputable bank but they give bank accounts and credit cards to literally anyone.

On a side note if they want either green card of I-94 just get your I-94 and present it?!

i am now using online banking, because they have no fee etc. most atm has no fee for it also. 

[Californiansunset 336]

15 minutes ago, DorothyLa said:

credit union doesn't accept because my id is temporary.

i have online bank. they have no fee, ez to use. 

i am now using online banking, because they have no fee etc. most atm has no fee for it also. 

sure if that works... I'd like to be able to speak someone in person if I have a problem especially if it involves my finances, which makes it worth the $19 a year for the bank account. No ATM BOA fees (obviously) and as you probably know you can find BOA ATMs everywhere.....although I don't even pay cash, I always pay with cards (mostly credit to rack up reward points) so I never need an ATM anyways  

[antoineD 36]

1 hour ago, Californiansunset said:

sure if that works... I'd like to be able to speak someone in person if I have a problem especially if it involves my finances, which makes it worth the $19 a year for the bank account. No ATM BOA fees (obviously) and as you probably know you can find BOA ATMs everywhere.....although I don't even pay cash, I always pay with cards (mostly credit to rack up reward points) so I never need an ATM anyways  

you... you pay a fee for a bank to hold your money and make interest on it?

https://twocents.lifehacker.com/if-youre-paying-fees-of-any-kind-get-a-new-bank-1821925666

[Californiansunset 336]

5 minutes ago, antoineD said:

you... you pay a fee for a bank to hold your money and make interest on it?

https://twocents.lifehacker.com/if-youre-paying-fees-of-any-kind-get-a-new-bank-1821925666

yup as I said it's not the most reputable bank and stuff but it's worth the money if they give me a credit card and a bank account no matter what immigration status I have (and when I was on a B1 visa I didn't really have a choice) so I gladly pay the small fee (which is btw waived if you're below 26 or so or a student) for a bank that also has physical presences everywhere.

[sheenita 17]

Hi Guys!!!

 

my case status updated today with “ NEW CARD BEING PRODUCED” 

our Local USCIS office is Boston.

 

I didnt have an inyerview scheduled so seems like i skipped the whole process!!! 

Here is my timeline:

 

3/17 AOS thru K1 sent

3/20 delivered to chicago

4/7 NOA date

4/17 NOA1 mail arrived

4/28 Received RFE mail

5/2 sent RFE response

5/5 Biometrics

 

my status remained “on May 5 we received your RFE” 

until today. 253 days since my last status change.

 

 

[Shushulsan 32]

On 1/12/2018 at 2:18 PM, Californiansunset said:

I wasn't asked for my ID at the interview, only passport. Unless you want to use it as proof of a bonafide marriage showing that both your IDs have the same address and thus are living together I don't think you need to go through the hassle of ordering a new one. I don't think it will get to you on time before the interview anyways. 

I already did what I had to do and got Florida license in one day. I just lost my 4 years valid out of state license. But as always, better be safe than sorry. My new license is only valid for 6 months (my EAD remaining validity). We will see what will happen in my interview. Thanks for your kind input.

[DorothyLa 107]

On 13.01.2018 at 9:11 AM, sheenita said:

Hi Guys!!!

 

my case status updated today with “ NEW CARD BEING PRODUCED” 

our Local USCIS office is Boston.

 

I didnt have an inyerview scheduled so seems like i skipped the whole process!!! 

Here is my timeline:

 

3/17 AOS thru K1 sent

3/20 delivered to chicago

4/7 NOA date

4/17 NOA1 mail arrived

4/28 Received RFE mail

5/2 sent RFE response

5/5 Biometrics

 

my status remained “on May 5 we received your RFE” 

until today. 253 days since my last status change.

 

 

congrats!!! you give me hope!

[FiKen 13]

On ‎1‎/‎12‎/‎2018 at 2:39 PM, raulgon2493 said:

CONGRATS! On everything  

Did you make any SR for your case? If so, did they reply yet? 

[DorothyLa 107]

318 days since i applied. no updates.

[DelilahBrz 48]

Day 320 

Green card received in mail!

 

no rfe 

no interview

 

 

[sheenita 17]

On 1/15/2018 at 9:47 PM, DorothyLa said:

congrats!!! you give me hope!

Hang on there! You will get yours pretty soon!!! 

[Scienceteacher15 48]

324 days no rfe or any changes and no interview notice. I have a feeling Houston office will take much longer than other offices. 

[Catalina Cuqui 17]

1 hour ago, Scienceteacher15 said:

324 days no rfe or any changes and no interview notice. I have a feeling Houston office will take much longer than other offices. 

Yes, Houston is taking forever due to hurricane Harvey. This is a Facebook group for Texas filers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1217794938343963/ 

[DelilahBrz 48]

On 1/10/2018 at 7:06 AM, Shushulsan said:

Greeting,

God willing I will have my interview this coming Jan 24, 2018 and I have a question regarding drivers license.

I currently live in the state of Florida but have license from state of New Mexico. I also have my EAD so I can apply for Florida license but will only be given to me for the duration of my EAD validity. On the other hand, my New Mexico license is valid till 2022 so I have been using that all these years.

Do you think I need a Florida license where my interview will be as a form of ID or I can use my EAD as an ID plus my previous state drives license?

Any input is highly appreciated.

Do you have a Florida ID card?