April 2017 AOS Filers

[strider4 43]

Is anyone still at "Fingerprints fee received" for I-485? I'm curious (read: panicking) if I'm the only one among April filers left with the said status.

Also, since this is for the I-485, there's no way I can raise a service request. And there's no point in calling them, since our local office is processing cases from Sept 2016. However, I was expecting the status would change to 'case ready to be scheduled for interview'. I'm debating whether I should do an infoPass or just forget obsessing about it. It will happen when it happens. 

[lovewins2016 73]

7 minutes ago, strider4 said:

Is anyone still at "Fingerprints fee received" for I-485? I'm curious (read: panicking) if I'm the only one among April filers left with the said status.

Also, since this is for the I-485, there's no way I can raise a service request. And there's no point in calling them, since our local office is processing cases from Sept 2016. However, I was expecting the status would change to 'case ready to be scheduled for interview'. I'm debating whether I should do an infoPass or just forget obsessing about it. It will happen when it happens. 

Hi @strider4! My Received Date is April 3, and I-485 is still at "Fingerprint Fee Was Received." As an AOS applicant who's adjusting from K-1, I do welcome this rather long wait as it somehow gives me hope that I might get an interview waiver. 🙂 After all, I already have my EAD/AP combo card and it makes waiting for the GC bearable.

 

If you are also adjusting from K-1, I suggest you just patiently wait. If you're adjusting from a non-K-1 visa, I've read that you are most definitely going be scheduled for an interview. When? The timetable for your local office would be a good gauge.

 

If you are really worried or obssessed about it, I don't see how an InfoPass could hurt. Good luck, and may you receive favorable news. 🙂

[Omoba 24]

So finally, I have my EAD in hand. I went straight to the social security administration office yesterday to apply for my ssn. Anyone has an idea of how long I need to  wait to get it in mail? 14days seems like forever right now lol.

 

I also want to apply for my drivers license, does anyone know if I need my ssn before I can apply .

[TheSkywalkers 143]

1 minute ago, Omoba said:

So finally, I have my EAD in hand. I went straight to the social security administration office yesterday to apply for my ssn. Anyone has an idea of how long I need to  wait to get it in mail? 14days seems like forever right now lol.

 

I also want to apply for my drivers license, does anyone know if I need my ssn before I can apply .

Congrats! 

 

Your SSN should be there within a week.

For DLs, yes you will still need your SSN.

[Omoba 24]

1 minute ago, TheSkywalkers said:

Congrats! 

 

Your SSN should be there within a week.

For DLs, yes you will still need your SSN.

Thanks!

[Ead87tx 85]

9 hours ago, strider4 said:

Is anyone still at "Fingerprints fee received" for I-485? I'm curious (read: panicking) if I'm the only one among April filers left with the said status.

Also, since this is for the I-485, there's no way I can raise a service request. And there's no point in calling them, since our local office is processing cases from Sept 2016. However, I was expecting the status would change to 'case ready to be scheduled for interview'. I'm debating whether I should do an infoPass or just forget obsessing about it. It will happen when it happens. 

I am late may filer and much of the people I have seen are moved to case ready to be scheduled for interview, not my case, I am in the same boat!

[Ead87tx 85]

1 hour ago, Omoba said:

So finally, I have my EAD in hand. I went straight to the social security administration office yesterday to apply for my ssn. Anyone has an idea of how long I need to  wait to get it in mail? 14days seems like forever right now lol.

 

I also want to apply for my drivers license, does anyone know if I need my ssn before I can apply .

It depends on what state you live, some states require it to prevent identity theft, but for example Texas if you don't have one you can still get it. Check your local license office required documents.

[Back2Reality 55]

3 hours ago, TheSkywalkers said:

Congrats! 

 

Your SSN should be there within a week.

For DLs, yes you will still need your SSN.

 

 

3 hours ago, Omoba said:

So finally, I have my EAD in hand. I went straight to the social security administration office yesterday to apply for my ssn. Anyone has an idea of how long I need to  wait to get it in mail? 14days seems like forever right now lol.

 

I also want to apply for my drivers license, does anyone know if I need my ssn before I can apply .

 

All governments IDs, Licenses, docs, or passports takes 2 weeks from production to arrival. I highly doubt you get your license or SSN in a week.

 

You don't need SSN for license, just visa, passport, and EAD. Once you complete the exam, they will give you a temporary paper license until you get the rea one

[narakthisud 174]

1 hour ago, ahas44 said:

You don't need SSN for license, just visa, passport, and EAD. Once you complete the exam, they will give you a temporary paper license until you get the rea one

This is not universal. In Pennsylvania, you most definitely need your SSN card.

 

Drivers licenses are issued by the states and the rules vary. I would suggest that everyone do their research and contact their state's DMV before making the trip!

[ladyblondie 5]

New Update:

 

Got another RFE 2 this week. Will they hold up moving forward with my AP and EAD? This is getting out of hand..I am past 120 days and no response/nothing. I made an INFOpass appt next week. 

 

20 Apr 2017    Mailed I-485/I-131/I-765 packet 

24 Apr 2017    I-485/I-131/I-765 packet delivered

28 Apr 2017    NOA1 letter received                
13 May 2017    Biometrics letter received 

13 May 2017    First RFE letter received
30 May 2017    Biometrics appointment   

09 June 2017   RFE evidence received

21 Aug 2017    Submitted Service Request for EAD

23 Aug 2017    Notified online that they have mailed another RFE  2

31 Aug 2017    Made InfoPass Appt    - will go on Aug 31

 

STILL NO UPDATE ABOUT EAD OR AP!!

 

 

Edited August 25, 2017 by ladyblondie

[Pritzz 21]

This morning I got an wonderful surprise on my I-485 case: NEW CARD IS BEING PRODUCED!!!!! 

 

We had our interview on 07/27/2017 (Orlando office) and we left the building holding a RFE My attorney sent the documents that the IO asked us on 08/14/2017 and this morning my status changed!!! I'm so so so happy!!!! It's finally over!!!! 

[narakthisud 174]

I have no words...EAD card in production after 135 long days, a service request, an Infopass appointment, and finally a Congressional inquiry!

 

New Card Is Being Produced

On August 25, 2017, we ordered your new card for Receipt Number MSC*********, and will mail it to the address you gave us.

[TheSkywalkers 143]

1 hour ago, ladyblondie said:

New Update:

 

Got another RFE 2 this week. Will they hold up moving forward with my AP and EAD? This is getting out of hand..I am past 120 days and no response/nothing. I made an INFOpass appt next week. 

 

20 Apr 2017    Mailed I-485/I-131/I-765 packet 

24 Apr 2017    I-485/I-131/I-765 packet delivered

28 Apr 2017    NOA1 letter received                
13 May 2017    Biometrics letter received 

13 May 2017    First RFE letter received
30 May 2017    Biometrics appointment   

09 June 2017   RFE evidence received

21 Aug 2017    Submitted Service Request for EAD

23 Aug 2017    Notified online that they have mailed another RFE  2

31 Aug 2017    Made InfoPass Appt    - will go on Aug 31

 

STILL NO UPDATE ABOUT EAD OR AP!!

 

 

What is the RFE for? Is it for AOS or EAD/AP? If it is for EAD/AP, the timeline restarts and you're back to 0. 

 

[strider4 43]

15 hours ago, lovewins2016 said:

Hi @strider4! My Received Date is April 3, and I-485 is still at "Fingerprint Fee Was Received." As an AOS applicant who's adjusting from K-1, I do welcome this rather long wait as it somehow gives me hope that I might get an interview waiver. 🙂 After all, I already have my EAD/AP combo card and it makes waiting for the GC bearable.

 

If you are also adjusting from K-1, I suggest you just patiently wait. If you're adjusting from a non-K-1 visa, I've read that you are most definitely going be scheduled for an interview. When? The timetable for your local office would be a good gauge.

 

If you are really worried or obssessed about it, I don't see how an InfoPass could hurt. Good luck, and may you receive favorable news. 🙂

We have the same timeline.  I'm adjusting from a non-K-1 so we'd definitely be getting called for an interview. I guess I should do an infoPass to put my mind at ease.

6 hours ago, seal72 said:

I am late may filer and much of the people I have seen are moved to case ready to be scheduled for interview, not my case, I am in the same boat!

It's nerve-wracking. Lets hope we get favorable status updates soon.

[ladyblondie 5]

1 hour ago, TheSkywalkers said:

What is the RFE for? Is it for AOS or EAD/AP? If it is for EAD/AP, the timeline restarts and you're back to 0. 

 

it looks like its for AOS. but i dont get why i'm not getting an update on my EAD/AP. does the entire case get put on hold because of AOS