Documents for getting I-551 stamp

[mindthegap 2,610]

  On 8/14/2017 at 5:38 PM, f f said:

then what is the legitimate reason? the extension letter is a valid form of work authorization. having to educate the hr department would not be one.

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Yes of course, it is valid as proof of status, but an I-797 isn't valid for I-9 purposes.

Page 3 here shows the full list: https://www.uscis.gov/system/files_force/files/form/i-9-paper-version.pdf?download=1

[Lemon23 400]

  On 8/14/2017 at 5:46 PM, mav11235 said:

https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/acceptable-documents/list-documents/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

 

This page does not mention extension letter as an acceptable document. 

 

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If you read the the i-797 letter it was stated there that. "Your conditional status is extended for a period of one year. During the one year extension you are authorized employment and travel"

its an indication of your status and eligibility 

[f f 725]

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/USCIS/Laws/Memoranda/Static_Files_Memoranda/Archives%201998-2008/2003/crextensn120203.pdf&ved=0ahUKEwj-koqJpdfVAhUpw1QKHQUcCHoQFghRMAM&usg=AFQjCNG-aAVfA4KqkQRVn6SvnTnRedSkmQ

 

here is the uscis memo stating that the expired greencard and the letter act as work authorization.

[Lemon23 400]

  On 8/14/2017 at 5:54 PM, f f said:

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/USCIS/Laws/Memoranda/Static_Files_Memoranda/Archives%201998-2008/2003/crextensn120203.pdf&ved=0ahUKEwj-koqJpdfVAhUpw1QKHQUcCHoQFghRMAM&usg=AFQjCNG-aAVfA4KqkQRVn6SvnTnRedSkmQ

 

here is the uscis memo stating that the expired greencard and the letter act as work authorization.

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@mav11235 you can show this to your new employer

[mav11235 10]

  On 8/14/2017 at 6:02 PM, Lemon23 said:

@mav11235 you can show this to your new employer

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Errr, this letter is from 2003. 

 

Let me check with the new employer.

[mav11235 10]

So to update everybody, I was able to get the 551 stamp today at the USCIS office.

 

They only asked for my I-751 NOA letter and a valid passport. I did have an appointment for today, not sure if that matters or if they treat people with no appointment as same, but I would say I got the stamp done easily without any hassles or fuss. They did not keep my expired GC, in fact did not even look at it.

 

 

[RinaW 1]

This topic caught my attention because I have the same issue. I filed for Removal of Conditions in June 2017. I'm switching jobs as well, but before reading this I was under the assumption that my I-797 extension letter would serve as proof that I'm still eligible to work. 

 

I did not update my SSN card after I received my Greencard. 

 

My last name on my passport is still in my maiden name. Will I still be able to get the I-551 stamp or does my passport have to be updated to my new last name?

 

Appreciate your help. 

[Lemon23 400]

  On 8/15/2017 at 12:19 AM, RinaW said:

My last name on my passport is still in my maiden name. Will I still be able to get the I-551 stamp or does my passport have to be updated to my new last name?

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Yes you can in the assumption that you have your passport before marriage. Just bring as well you marriage certificate in case they asks you. I-551 stamp is consider as green card so your're eligible to update you ssn card.

Edited August 15, 2017 by Lemon23

[MadMax101 32]

  On 8/14/2017 at 11:54 PM, mav11235 said:

So to update everybody, I was able to get the 551 stamp today at the USCIS office.

 

They only asked for my I-751 NOA letter and a valid passport. I did have an appointment for today, not sure if that matters or if they treat people with no appointment as same, but I would say I got the stamp done easily without any hassles or fuss. They did not keep my expired GC, in fact did not even look at it.

 

 

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Stupid question but the stamp went in the passport of your home country, correct?

[mav11235 10]

  On 4/2/2018 at 10:33 PM, MadMax101 said:

Stupid question but the stamp went in the passport of your home country, correct?

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Yes, passport of my home country.