I-751 January 2018

[templinc 7]

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Here’s my thoughts on today’s USCIS webinar, ‘USCIS Online Processing Times Update’.
 

The webinar was all about the new look processing times page and the improvements made in case time calculation. 
https://egov.uscis.gov/processing-times/
 

It wasn’t about improving those actual times.
 

Some takeaways:

• In Oct 2016 USCIS directorates formed the Processing Times Working Group to address concerns and high volume of case inquiries. Their aim is to reduce service requests, improve timeliness and make the website easier to read and interpret. 
• They started building data using these 4 forms: N400, I-90, I-485 and I-751
• One of the objectives is faster responses to case inquiries for cases that are outside of processing times 
• Case inquiry dates should now update every 2 weeks rather than 6
  https://egov.uscis.gov/processing-times/more-info
• In response to being asked multiple times, the USCIS team did say they’d look into posting a recording of the webinar. Didn’t say where or when though.
• The webinar lasted about an hour

They asked for feedback (your perspective) on the new processing case time calculation, web page navigation and display, tools and resources. They did seem very keen to hear from us, so send your thoughts here: public.engagement@uscis.dhs.gov  (Don’t try case specific inquiries this way though, they won’t respond.)

Random observations:

• It was an external stakeholder presentation, and it seemed like there were a lot of attorney agencies in the 500-strong audience. (There were probably more people who joined in a group using one connection)
• Applying for status is such a soulless, faceless process, good to hear from real people working at or for USCIS – they sounded human   
• There was a Q&A at the end of the presentation, I got the impression the questions were mostly from
• attorneys and agencies
• The presentation was PowerPoint on screen, and you had to dial-in to actually hear the presenters. I didn't know the number until 10 minutes in, but did see all the slides

I was not able to make it on the webinar as it was blocked by work, but here is a summary from another user in the October 2017 thread that was able to make it on.

[CG&LGG 27]

Hi all,

I just wanted to update you. We submitted an inquiry about the bio letter almost 2 weeks ago. We received a reply today and its different than the replies that others have posted in here. Where most replies have said fingerprints might not be necessary, our reply is saying they've added us to a appointment scheduler..... Has anyone else seen this? Here it is:

 

On 03/12/2018, you or your representative contacted USCIS concerning your Form I-751 / CRI89 to notify us that you have not received an appointment notice to appear at an Application Support Center (ASC). Below is a summary of what we found and how the issue has been or may be resolved.

Thank you for your inquiry regarding an appointment to have your biometric images processed at an Application Support Center (ASC). We are unfortunately experiencing a longer processing period than what is reflected on your Form I-751 Receipt Notice for this process. Please know that your name has been electronically added to the appointment scheduler. You will receive an ASC appointment notice by mail once an appointment date has been established for you.

We hope this information is helpful and appreciate your continued patience.

Edited March 22, 2018 by CG&LGG

[frida_e 14]

53 minutes ago, templinc said:

I was not able to make it on the webinar as it was blocked by work, but here is a summary from another user in the October 2017 thread that was able to make it on.

The k you for providing us with this info. Honestly, you guys keep me going. Last week was hectic because we are all dealing with emotions but we rely on this group for that support. This post was insightful and I hope progress happens for all of us soon. We are practically three months down! So let’s keep supporting each other with positive vibes and informative posts such as yours.

[CG&CD 16]

Hey guys , Got my drivers licenses renewed by 1 year with my extension letter yesterday in Atlanta . In and out the DMV in 15mins , no complications . 

[tomriesgo 39]

15 hours ago, CG&LGG said:

Hi all,

I just wanted to update you. We submitted an inquiry about the bio letter almost 2 weeks ago. We received a reply today and its different than the replies that others have posted in here. Where most replies have said fingerprints might not be necessary, our reply is saying they've added us to a appointment scheduler..... Has anyone else seen this? Here it is:

 

On 03/12/2018, you or your representative contacted USCIS concerning your Form I-751 / CRI89 to notify us that you have not received an appointment notice to appear at an Application Support Center (ASC). Below is a summary of what we found and how the issue has been or may be resolved.

Thank you for your inquiry regarding an appointment to have your biometric images processed at an Application Support Center (ASC). We are unfortunately experiencing a longer processing period than what is reflected on your Form I-751 Receipt Notice for this process. Please know that your name has been electronically added to the appointment scheduler. You will receive an ASC appointment notice by mail once an appointment date has been established for you.

We hope this information is helpful and appreciate your continued patience.

Nope not seen this, so maybe you're information on a system shows as outdated and thats why they've added you? Its been 80 days since my package was received and still no bio's for me and the only update is that my case has been received by my local offie. 

 

I came back in to the U.S. last night from the UK with 5 days on my current GC and the CBP officer did not care to look at my letter even when handed, simply said "you're all good man".  

[Roy&Chanel 109]

9 hours ago, CG&CD said:

Hey guys , Got my drivers licenses renewed by 1 year with my extension letter yesterday in Atlanta . In and out the DMV in 15mins , no complications . 

hey hey which DMV did u visit? im heading to DMV tmr lol. Prob gonna ask them what happens if my extension letter expired and Im still waiting for GC.

[morgan.croft 210]

57 minutes ago, Roy&Chanel said:

hey hey which DMV did u visit? im heading to DMV tmr lol. Prob gonna ask them what happens if my extension letter expired and Im still waiting for GC.

They’ll probably make you get a stamp in your passport. 

 

As as a side note, renewed my DL this morning. In and out in 10 minutes. Extended for 1 year. 

[Roy&Chanel 109]

30 minutes ago, morgan.croft said:

They’ll probably make you get a stamp in your passport. 

 

As as a side note, renewed my DL this morning. In and out in 10 minutes. Extended for 1 year. 

yeap just like what the DMV told me at forest park, it will be extended to expiry of our extension. Just wondering if we gonna get complications providing only I551 stamp

[morgan.croft 210]

6 minutes ago, Roy&Chanel said:

yeap just like what the DMV told me at forest park, it will be extended to expiry of our extension. Just wondering if we gonna get complications providing only I551 stamp

We shouldn’t - when I first got my GA DL, I only had the stamp in my PP as I hadn’t received my green card yet, and had no issues. 

[Roy&Chanel 109]

5 hours ago, morgan.croft said:

We shouldn’t - when I first got my GA DL, I only had the stamp in my PP as I hadn’t received my green card yet, and had no issues. 

that's lucky of you. When i first came on K1 it was COMPLICATED. they didn't allow me to take my learner's till I get my EAD/AP, I couldn't get my state ID when I first arrived till a month's bill prove of 2 addresses. I was told by DMV that they have never seen K1 for a longggggggg time. 

 

[Henley1989 10]

So ive now completed by biometrics and as far as im aware its a waiting game. Is there a USCIS case number I will receive to track my case online?

[mrandmrsBRS 116]

Who is going to apply for citizenship while their roc is still pending?

[YecaCruz 379]

we will and we're going to do it online too as it seems to be quicker than paper! we already have his selective service statement which states he was over 26 when he got here in case they ask for it. 

[Simonbln 35]

1 hour ago, mrandmrsBRS said:

Who is going to apply for citizenship while their roc is still pending?

 

I wont as i would loose my german citizenship..

 

i will wait a few more year until i apply to keep my german citizenship and then do n-400

 

i talked to a few people and a lawyer and they told me the chances that the “beibehaltungsantrag” will be approved are way higher when you live here for a longer time. 

[Roy&Chanel 109]

On 3/24/2018 at 7:39 AM, Henley1989 said:

So ive now completed by biometrics and as far as im aware its a waiting game. Is there a USCIS case number I will receive to track my case online?

Oh hey when did u had ur biometrics? I need the date for updating the list. Thanks!

15 hours ago, mrandmrsBRS said:

Who is going to apply for citizenship while their roc is still pending?

Uhhh I can't, my country does not allow dual citizenship. I thought Germany doesn't allow that too.