March 2017 AOS Filers

[Pinkielicious 17]

2 minutes ago, Abhi138 said:

I feel you since I sent my form right before they changed the version and was lucky there. The reason they could ask for paystub is to verify if your husband is still employed or not. Again do not quote me as every case is different and I sincerely hope they process your application without any RFE , as a few of them on this forum had sent the wrong edition of the I-130 but still were lucky enough to not get a RFE.

I sent the right version, but just not the right supplemental form. That would be better if I recevie the RFE instead of having my whole package sent back to me. And guess what, I forgot the 2 photos for the EAD, too. I'm totally screwed :(. It's been 16th day, and I haven't heard anything from them yet. Do you think I should expect my package to be sent back since I have too many mistakes?

[13roots 35]

14 minutes ago, 13roots said:

My heart sunk when I read this. I just sent my docs on 3/29 and it arrived today 3/31 and I also missed this! I had extra passport photographs, but didn't realize I needed them for EAD and AP so they're sitting on my desk at home. Also now that I'm re-reading all the instructions, it appears I also didn't include the fee for EAD. I thought like AP it would be included with the fee for I-485. This is exhausting .

 

Re-read the instructions about the filing fee, and it does say you can file I-765 and I-131 without fee if you file I-485 and pay the fee for that. That's a relief. But I'll probably still get RFIE for missing passport photos for the EAD and AP

[Pinkielicious 17]

23 hours ago, Becci391 said:

I just want this day to be over. Seriously...I have forgotten to submit two pictures for my EAD and two for my AP. Happens when you don't read the instructions completely. SO done with this day.

Oh no, I just realized that I missed the photos, too...

[Pinkielicious 17]

Just now, 13roots said:

 

Re-read the instructions about the filing fee, and it does say you can file I-765 and I-131 without fee if you file I-485 and pay the fee for that. That's a relief. But I'll probably still get RFIE for missing passport photos for the EAD and AP

We're on the same boat. I missed the 2 passport pictures fo the EAD, too..

[atuegwu 192]

7 hours ago, Ambasa73 said:

Finally after 22 days of waiting, we received all the 3 notices in the mail today!  We give God all the glory!  We never got email notifications.  For those still waiting for their notices, my prayers are with you and all the best.  Now waiting for the biometrics appointment letter.

7 hours ago, Pinkielicious said:

Same here, Denis. I know I shouldn't, but seeing people getting their texts/messages makes me feel more and more frustrated. I've been trying not to compare my case with others' in order to feel more relax; however, one side of me's still worried that I made a mistake on the form and they're gonna send it back. Anyway, I hope both of us will receive something soon.

Wow! A very big congratulations to you @Ambasa73. So happy for you. Good luck in coming updates. 

@Pinkielicious it could be sure very frustrating that you still haven't heard or got any update. It is so human and natural to compare cases but please be strong and positive. I pray you get notified in positive updates soonest. Good luck.

7 hours ago, Denis & San said:

Yeah..I just saw two people that filed their AOS after I did, and they just got their NOA1.  So frustrating.  

Please be strong,I can imagine how frustrating it could be, I pray things will turn out good for you soonest. Good luck 

7 hours ago, PinkCandy said:

Our lawyer finally received the RFIE today printed on a yellow paper. 

USCIS is asking for the supplemental form I-130A. Apparently, it's a new form that was added to I-130 on the last week of February, my packet was originally mailed on 1st week of March. 

Thank God that we are ready to move on from this RFIE already. 

 

Goodluck to all of us! 

I love the spirit, stay strong and positive. Also be happy it came this fast and not after waiting after months. Good luck.

7 hours ago, Soft said:

Just got back home to see my Biometrics Appointment in the mail ......... noticed for 03/25/17 for appointment on 04/11/17 at albany ISCUS Centre. Wish all of us a smooth journey 

Wow!!! Congratulations and good luck. It will all be great.

5 hours ago, Annloha said:

They just cash my check from my bank yesterday evening. But haven't get any text or email yet. 

Congratulations and hopefully they will sent the texts and emails as well as NOA1 ( form i797C) to you soon. Good luck

5 hours ago, Denis & San said:

I think it's because our spouses are from Vietnam and/or we live in CA and it's taking longer.  That's the only thing I can think of that we have in common and why it's taking so long.  Hehehe.

I think it should not be that and I do not think USCIS is not tribalistic in handling cases. Be strong and positive. Good luck.

4 hours ago, Stella0806 said:

Hi everyone.  Just an update. Biometrics letter received today for 4/14/17.

Congratulations and good luck.

3 hours ago, antoineD said:

I didn't receive any emails or texts, even though I too filled out the 1145 form. My husband got all emails and texts. I don't think USCIS cares that much about this aspect of our application.

 

If you create an account on USCIS.gov, you can get notifications for the various case numbers you received. Just keep in mind it sometimes takes a couple weeks before you can start tracking.

Only one email and phone number is needed for updates, if your husband got them, that is fine. Congratulations so far and good luck.

3 hours ago, asantos said:

Lawyer emailed me regarding my ASC appointment. It'll be on 04/10 at El Monte. Anybody know if it's okay to go to the center 2 hours prior to the appointment time?

 

 

Congratulations and good luck. It is your choice to arrive earlier at the ASC (#my opinion though)

1 hour ago, SparklePony said:

Quick update on our end - NOA1 hard copies came in the mail today, all 6 of them. Now to wait for Biometrics letters. 

Congratulations and sure that will come in less than two weeks from now. Good luck.

[Californiansunset 336]

13 minutes ago, 13roots said:

My heart sunk when I read this. I just sent my docs on 3/29 and it arrived today 3/31 and I also missed this! I had extra passport photographs, but didn't realize I needed them for EAD and AP so they're sitting on my desk at home. Also now that I'm re-reading all the instructions, it appears I also didn't include the fee for EAD. I thought like AP it would be included with the fee for I-485. This is exhausting .

EAD fee is included in the I-485 The Check should've been $1,225 (there's an additional fee for the I-130 if you filed that too). 

 

All the lists for AOS always have the two pictures for each application, it's hard to miss. Sorry that happened. They sometimes (on rare occasions but I've read it before) don't send an RFE for it though. 

[Abhi138 20]

1 minute ago, Pinkielicious said:

I sent the right version, but just not the right supplemental form. That would be better if I recevie the RFE instead of having my whole package sent back to me. And guess what, I forgot the 2 photos for the EAD, too. I'm totally screwed :(. It's been 16th day, and I haven't heard anything from them yet. Do you think I should expect my package to be sent back since I have too many mistakes?

I know it is extremely frustrating and trust me all of us feel your pain ,but you cant do much either. Let them send you back what you are missing and if you can also review documents on your own time, that you think you might be missing ,then you can mail them back all your application as soon as you receive it.

[atuegwu 192]

Hello folks, hope all is well with us. Quick update, I had my biometrics today, arrived by 9.27am for a 10am appointment at Riverside CA and by 10.15am was done. Good luck to you all. And thanks so much for all your encouragement so far. Thanks so much, it is my fervent prayers and wish that all of us will smile in the end of this tedious seemingly endless journey...lol

[Pinkielicious 17]

1 minute ago, Abhi138 said:

I know it is extremely frustrating and trust me all of us feel your pain ,but you cant do much either. Let them send you back what you are missing and if you can also review documents on your own time, that you think you might be missing ,then you can mail them back all your application as soon as you receive it.

That's what I'm gonna do tonight thou. I went through my application over and over, but I cannot believe that I could miss such simple things like that :(. I'll graduate in May, and if my case is delayed because of those mistakes, I'm afraid I'll be out of status. 

[Pinkielicious 17]

1 minute ago, atuegwu said:

Hello folks, hope all is well with us. Quick update, I had my biometrics today, arrived by 9.27am for a 10am appointment at Riverside CA and by 10.15am was done. Good luck to you all. And thanks so much for all your encouragement so far. Thanks so much, it is my fervent prayers and wish that all of us will smile in the end of this tedious seemingly endless journey...lol

Congratulations! I'm glad everything is going well on your side!

[13roots 35]

4 minutes ago, Californiansunset said:

EAD fee is included in the I-485 The Check should've been $1,225 (there's an additional fee for the I-130 if you filed that too). 

 

All the lists for AOS always have the two pictures for each application, it's hard to miss. Sorry that happened. They sometimes (on rare occasions but I've read it before) don't send an RFE for it though. 

I included 2 passport photos in the I-485 application, which also included the I-765 and I-131 and also a cheque for $1,225. But re-reading the instructions, should I have included 6 passport photos? 2 for G-325, 2 for I-765 and 2 for I-131?

[Abhi138 20]

Just now, Pinkielicious said:

That's what I'm gonna do tonight thou. I went through my application over and over, but I cannot believe that I could miss such simple things like that :(. I'll graduate in May, and if my case is delayed because of those mistakes, I'm afraid I'll be out of status. 

You won't be out status since you have already applied for AOS via marriage to a US Citizen .

[Becci391 339]

I have a question regarding the Biometrics appointment: I have to use my passport as my ID but it's the one with my maiden name. I applied for AOS with my new last name. Am I good if I take my marriage certificate with me?

I don't have a Georgia driver's license yet...

[Californiansunset 336]

4 minutes ago, 13roots said:

I included 2 passport photos in the I-485 application, which also included the I-765 and I-131 and also a cheque for $1,225. But re-reading the instructions, should I have included 6 passport photos? 2 for G-325, 2 for I-765 and 2 for I-131?

Six is correct, 2 for each application but not for the G-325. Only for the I-485, the I-765 and the I-131.

well I guess the G-325 is part of the I-485 so yeah. 

Edited April 1, 2017 by Californiansunset

[13roots 35]

1 minute ago, Californiansunset said:

Six is correct, 2 for each application but not for the G-325. Only for the I-485, the I-765 and the I-131.

Okay, thanks @Californiansunset, I totally missed that. Well, nothing to do but wait.