APRIL 2018 AOS FILERS

[Cola1 29]

You can set up your profile on the usps inform mail website and when they send you your tracking number you can do it on there 

[Cola1 29]

Just went on got my drivers lisence with my ead approval notice

[Klitt3rJ 22]

I’m confused now. My husband got his SSN with the DHS authorization, and then I got a notification saying that the employment auth. Card was mailed to me 6 days ago. Are they talking about his SSN? How can they send that and not the EAD card? He went on a job interview thinking all he needed was the SSN and they are requiring him to have an EAD card too along with the SS card? I’m so confused right now 😩 

[britishandusa 446]

2 hours ago, Klitt3rJ said:

I’m confused now. My husband got his SSN with the DHS authorization, and then I got a notification saying that the employment auth. Card was mailed to me 6 days ago. Are they talking about his SSN? How can they send that and not the EAD card? He went on a job interview thinking all he needed was the SSN and they are requiring him to have an EAD card too along with the SS card? I’m so confused right now 😩 

Your EAD IS your authorization to work from DHS. So you will need that.

[Klitt3rJ 22]

2 hours ago, britishandusa said:

Your EAD IS your authorization to work from DHS. So you will need that.

Yes but we also applied for AP too so I’m seeing it’s supposed to be a combo card, but I don’t see anything about advanced parole on it...no stamps or anything just the SS card with the authorized to work with DHS 

[Phillyfellow 21]

1 hour ago, Klitt3rJ said:

Yes but we also applied for AP too so I’m seeing it’s supposed to be a combo card, but I don’t see anything about advanced parole on it...no stamps or anything just the SS card with the authorized to work with DHS 

SSN CARD is card with 9 digit number with dhs authorization. This comes from social security admistration. This must have come to due to ur ead approval. You must have ead ap approval notice received by now. You will also receive another card from uscis which is picture card. This will be both ur ead and ap Card. To work due e-verify requirements you will need both cards to start work. Ead Card will be used for authorization to work and ssn for ur payroll and other benefits.

[George & John 52]

10 hours ago, Klitt3rJ said:

Yes but we also applied for AP too so I’m seeing it’s supposed to be a combo card, but I don’t see anything about advanced parole on it...no stamps or anything just the SS card with the authorized to work with DHS 

Right now, you do not have the EAD. You have the social security card. They are different. The SS card comes separately from the Social Security Administration when your EAD is approved. The EAD card is mailed to you by USCIS.

 

Basically, all you have is a social security number. That card will tell employers that they also need to see your EAD by virtue of the "Only valid for work with DHS authorization" warning printed across it.

 

When the EAD comes, it will also act as your AP. It should come soon; you'll just have to wait for it before scheduling any interviews.

 

 

[George & John 52]

After finally getting my hands on my EAD yesterday, I've just had an interview scheduled for my AOS! Office is Albany, NY, and I'm adjusting from K1. NOA1 is April 20th.

 

Can anybody with experience tell me how long it usually takes to receive an interview notice?

 

 

[Lsthorpe1 129]

So who else is still waiting for EAD, AP???

 

Getting really, really fed up.

 

my AOS is still on “we reviewed your biometrics”

 

This isn’t fun...

[Klitt3rJ 22]

4 hours ago, George & John said:

Right now, you do not have the EAD. You have the social security card. They are different. The SS card comes separately from the Social Security Administration when your EAD is approved. The EAD card is mailed to you by USCIS.

 

Basically, all you have is a social security number. That card will tell employers that they also need to see your EAD by virtue of the "Only valid for work with DHS authorization" warning printed across it.

 

When the EAD comes, it will also act as your AP. It should come soon; you'll just have to wait for it before scheduling any interviews.

 

 

Yes that was what I was wondering about! Hopefully it comes soon, my husband is eager to work and contribute 😂 

[SonK 15]

18 minutes ago, Lsthorpe1 said:

So who else is still waiting for EAD, AP???

 

Getting really, really fed up.

 

my AOS is still on “we reviewed your biometrics”

 

This isn’t fun...

Well... you’re not alone! Mine is “Case was received”. 😂😅 My receipt date is 4/27. What is your receipt date?

[Lsthorpe1 129]

12 minutes ago, SonK said:

Well... you’re not alone! Mine is “Case was received”. 😂😅 My receipt date is 4/27. What is your receipt date?

Glad I’m not alone, but still sucks just the same haha!

 

They recieved my package April 2nd, my notice date is April 16th.

 

I neeeeeed to work! How are you coping?

Edited September 12, 2018 by Lsthorpe1

[Cola1 29]

Here is my journey so far..

Package mail April 05

Ead received April 10th

1485 received April 17

Biometrics done may 10

Ead and 1485 update may 14 saying fingerprint review was completed 

 

August 22 i485 update case is ready to schedule interview 

August 27 1485 update interview was scheduled 

Sept 05 ead update new card being produce

Sept 07 card was mailed 

Sept 10 post off picked up card and they sent tracking number

Sept 12 card in hand ... wishing everyone all the best

[Rittaaxx 40]

6 hours ago, SonK said:

Well... you’re not alone! Mine is “Case was received”. 😂😅 My receipt date is 4/27. What is your receipt date?

 

6 hours ago, Lsthorpe1 said:

Glad I’m not alone, but still sucks just the same haha!

 

They recieved my package April 2nd, my notice date is April 16th.

 

I neeeeeed to work! How are you coping?

You’re not alone lol! My reiceve date was April 13th and absolutely nothing since case was relieved. Soooooooooo frustrating. 

[angry 15]

Some advice to those that are still waiting for their EAD to be produced.

If you haven't already, make your resume right away. Also prepare a Cover Letter template that you can later edit with information to whichever place you're applying to, many companies ask for it on their website.

Ask previous managers for reference, it's good to have it in hand.

 

Here's some platforms that help with jobs searches, setup your account and get everything ready. If anyone else knows other platforms please share them.

indeed.com ; ziprecruiter.com ; hire.com

 

Have your linkedin account setup with proper information. Many companies use a hiring platform that allows you to easily connect with linkedin, making the whole application process take less time. 

 

Try to make yourself a check list for all the things that you need and do it before the EAD, once that comes you'll feel pressured into doing all things at once.