I-751 January 2018

[HGord 22]

Team - it is with great sadness that I write this, but my husband and I are struggling with our marriage/relationship. I have more or less decided to go back to the UK for at least a little while to clear my head, though I may not come back since there is nothing for me here if I'm not with him. 

However, since I am not closing the door on our marriage just yet, I was wondering if anyone knew A) how long I can leave for without interrupting my ROC process, and B) he will remain at our address for the time being, so do I need to let the USCIS know before I know whether this is temporary or more permanent?

[frida_e 14]

5 hours ago, bruceandbessie said:

Does he have an unrestricted SSN card  

Is that the one that says for work authorization only or something along those lines? If so, yes. We went to get his SSN when he first got his temporary work permit and received that one and the. After once he got the conditional GC and received the same one that says the same.

[Simonbln 35]

4 minutes ago, HGord said:

Team - it is with great sadness that I write this, but my husband and I are struggling with our marriage/relationship. I have more or less decided to go back to the UK for at least a little while to clear my head, though I may not come back since there is nothing for me here if I'm not with him. 

However, since I am not closing the door on our marriage just yet, I was wondering if anyone knew A) how long I can leave for without interrupting my ROC process, and B) he will remain at our address for the time being, so do I need to let the USCIS know before I know whether this is temporary or more permanent?

 

Did you do your biometrics yet? In case they sent you a notice and you miss appointment i guess your case will get rejected.

 

besides that you can stay outside the states for up to 6 months. 

 

If you want to stay longer you would need a reentry permit.

 

best of luck to you - hope things work out. 

[HGord 22]

5 minutes ago, Simonbln said:

 

Did you do your biometrics yet? In case they sent you a notice and you miss appointment i guess your case will get rejected.

 

besides that you can stay outside the states for up to 6 months. 

 

If you want to stay longer you would need a reentry permit.

 

best of luck to you - hope things work out. 

Thanks for the quick response. I haven't had my biometrics yet but I am one of the last January CSC filers so will keep an eye on this forum to see when people start getting theirs if my inclination is to come back. 

[Roy&Chanel 109]

2 hours ago, frida_e said:

Is that the one that says for work authorization only or something along those lines? If so, yes. We went to get his SSN when he first got his temporary work permit and received that one and the. After once he got the conditional GC and received the same one that says the same.

I was wondering the same thing. Mine was different though.

I actually went back to SSA center after conditional GC, my SSN card ended up with blank and without "Work authorization DHS only" It only has SSN numbers on it. Is that the unrestricted that you guys been talking about? 

[Roy&Chanel 109]

3 hours ago, HGord said:

Team - it is with great sadness that I write this, but my husband and I are struggling with our marriage/relationship. I have more or less decided to go back to the UK for at least a little while to clear my head, though I may not come back since there is nothing for me here if I'm not with him. 

However, since I am not closing the door on our marriage just yet, I was wondering if anyone knew A) how long I can leave for without interrupting my ROC process, and B) he will remain at our address for the time being, so do I need to let the USCIS know before I know whether this is temporary or more permanent?

hey HGord, I have been updating your information and I feel sorry to hear that. I really truly hope things will work out someway or end up the best for both of you. If you need anyone to talk to, you can always message us here or talk to us bout it. We will definitely be a listening ear. 

I remembered when I asked USCIS before my vacation, if I can just go abroad without waiting for biometrics, she did mentioned that failing to appear on biometrics means abandoning of the GC application. I am not sure how many people who missed their biometrics successfully request for it with valid reasons and work. 

But she did told me either I risk it or forget the whole trip. I believe also because mine was just a "vacation" so it wasn't a valid reason if I missed it.

Luckily for me, my biometrics came few days before my planned trip.

 

Edited March 30, 2018 by Roy&Chanel

[YecaCruz 379]

2 hours ago, HGord said:

Team - it is with great sadness that I write this, but my husband and I are struggling with our marriage/relationship. I have more or less decided to go back to the UK for at least a little while to clear my head, though I may not come back since there is nothing for me here if I'm not with him. 

However, since I am not closing the door on our marriage just yet, I was wondering if anyone knew A) how long I can leave for without interrupting my ROC process, and B) he will remain at our address for the time being, so do I need to let the USCIS know before I know whether this is temporary or more permanent?

aw man that sucks! I hope you guys can persevere and work through this valley

[D.Ba 85]

Someone in VJ mentioned they went to get the passport stamped for an upcoming trip and succeeded. Look for that post.
Other people also do walk-in biometrics, but I have no idea how successful that is.

[yippy_j 17]

On 3/30/2018 at 11:46 AM, HGord said:

d my biometrics yet but I am one of the last January CSC filers so will keep an eye on this forum to see when people start getting theirs if my inclination is to come back. 

Technically speaking, you're not separating. It's pretty normal that you have ups and downs in your marriage. As long as your husband stays in your current address, I think you're totally fine.

Until you decide to separate, which I hope it won't happen, I dont think you need to do anything. 

[Fer00 7]

On 3/30/2018 at 2:32 PM, HGord said:

Team - it is with great sadness that I write this, but my husband and I are struggling with our marriage/relationship. I have more or less decided to go back to the UK for at least a little while to clear my head, though I may not come back since there is nothing for me here if I'm not with him. 

However, since I am not closing the door on our marriage just yet, I was wondering if anyone knew A) how long I can leave for without interrupting my ROC process, and B) he will remain at our address for the time being, so do I need to let the USCIS know before I know whether this is temporary or more permanent?

Don’t  Be afraid, those things also happen. I couldn’t with my marriage and got divorced.. Personally I think it’s not worth it to live a nightmare for a stay in here, i got into my marriage in a good faith, just that it didn’t work so I had to file the ROC by myself. My lawyer says everything is going to be ok ‘cause I had a real marriage, just that it did’t work.. I know this process is a little bit stressing but it would’ve been even worse if I had not gotten divorced 

[bruceandbessie 1]

so I am getting another letter from USCIS today not sure what it is about yet  I guess i will find out once I get home, I am quite confused though as it has only been 10 days after my biometrics, Why do they send me a letter.....

Edited April 2, 2018 by bruceandbessie

[sharin 41]

On 3/30/2018 at 1:37 PM, frida_e said:

Is that the one that says for work authorization only or something along those lines? If so, yes. We went to get his SSN when he first got his temporary work permit and received that one and the. After once he got the conditional GC and received the same one that says the same.

Really weird - I went to SSA office with conditional GC for replacement and they sent me SSN without any restriction. I don't see "Only for work authorization DHS" written on my current SSN card which I had it on old SSN prior to  conditional GC. 

 

I really hope, my HR don't ask for documents again - I joined current job  on Employment Authorization and Advance Parole Card then I voluntarily submitted my conditional GC once I received in hand. 

[bruceandbessie 1]

On 3/30/2018 at 2:37 PM, frida_e said:

Is that the one that says for work authorization only or something along those lines? If so, yes. We went to get his SSN when he first got his temporary work permit and received that one and the. After once he got the conditional GC and received the same one that says the same.

That is a restricted one because he applied it with EAD. 

 

If he goes in again with both Extension + expired GC, he should be able to get an unrestricted one. 

Unrestricted SSN card + Drivers license would be enough for dealing with i-9 if hes a new hire.  

[HGord 22]

Thanks everyone for your kind words of support. 

[armando28 0]

I sent my petition to remove conditions on residence on the 17 and USCIS received date was 01/22/2018. I received my extension for a year but i haven't received yet the biometric appointment letter. It is very weird. It's been more than 2 months. Any suggestion?