MAY 2018 AOS Filers

[JayeBird 117]

3 hours ago, Laura & Chris said:

Hey Guys, Im mailing my package off tomorrow heres my cover page. The format on here is wonky. so I apologize.

Opinons, Im assuming I send the entire package to Chicago, even if it includes I-765 and I-131?

 

 

 

To Whom It May Concern:

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

PO Box 805887

Chicago, IL 60680-4120

 

 

Nature of the submission: I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status

 

Enclosed you will find Form I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, Form I-864 Affidavit of Support, Form I-864A Affidavit of Support, Form I-765 Application for Employment Authorization, Form I-131 Form Application for Travel and Form G-1145 to request E-Notification and all supporting documents.

 

My eligibility is based on the family-based based category as the spouse of Christopher Palka , Legal Permanent Resident, and petitioner of a I-129F on filed on July 5th, 2017.

 

Attached you can find the following:

 

1.       Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status

Includes:

•   Form G-1145 to request E-Notification.

•        Copy of NOA 2 for Form I-129F filed on July 5th, 2017.

•        2 passport style photographs taken on June 2018.

•        Money Order for $1,225, with the combined total from fees of Form I-485 and Biometrics Services Fee, made payable to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

•        Copy of my foreign Birth Certificate.

•   Copy of Washington Drivers license.
•   Copy of Social Security Card.

•        Copy of passport identity page, U.S. Visa and entry stamps.

•        Certified Marriage Certificate.

•        Form I-94 for Arrival/Departure Record.

•   Vaccination Document.
•   Copy of bank balances (Canadain).

 

2.       Form I-864, Affidavit of Support signed by Christopher, Sponsor and Petitioner

Includes:

•   Form 864P Poverty Guideline for year 2018.

•         Christopher’s Passport, Driver's License and Birth Certificate copies.

•   Copy of E-Trade Balances.
•   Copy of current Bank Balances.

•         2017 Package Includes: Federal Tax return, W-2, Pay-stubs.

•   2016 Package Includes: Federal Tax return, W-2, Pay-stubs

 

 

 

3.       Form I-864A, Affidavit of Support signed by David, Household member, Sponsor and Petitioner

Includes:

•         Davids Driver's License and Birth Certificate copies.

•   Letter explaining job position
•   2017 Package Includes: Federal Tax return, Form 1099 Schedule, W-2, Pay-stubs.
•   2016 Package Includes: Federal Tax return, Form 1099 Schedule, W-2, Pay-stubs.
•   2015 Package Includes: Federal Tax return, Form 1099 Schedule ,W-2, Pay-stubs.

 

 

4.       Form I-765 and Supporting Documents Application for Employment Authorization 

Includes:

•   Form G-1145.
•    Form I-765.
•   Money Order for $410 addressed to U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
•   (2) 2”X 2” size coloured photos 
•   Copy of biographic page of passport.
•    Copy of Visa page and form I-94
•   Certified copy of marriage certificate.    

 

5.        I-131 Form and Supporting Documents Application for Travel Document (Advance Parole)

Includes:

•     Form G-1145.
•     Form I-131.
•     (2) 2”X 2” size colored photos 
•     Copy of biographic page of passport.
•     Copy of Visa page and form I-94.
•     Certified copy of marriage certificate.

 

 

 

Thank you for your consideration of the attached application, and please do not hesitate to contact us should you have any question regarding this adjustment application packet.

 

 

Regards,               

 

Laura Palka 

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Pay only 1225.  AP and EAD are free if you submit with AOS.

Also, you can be the first to start June 2018 AOS filers thread and bounce between the two 😄

 

[Laura & Chris 104]

4 hours ago, Diana & Justin said:

You don't need to pay the $410 for EAD when you are sending everything together only the $1225

so only the filing fee for AOS1864 not 1765 and 1131

[asaeljethro 162]

Received the NOA1 text on May 20th Sunday, evening time and got the NOA1 letter May 25th. We still haven't received the Biometrics letter yet. Does it take over a week for them to send it?

[Diana & Justin 108]

25 minutes ago, Laura & Chris said:

so only the filing fee for AOS1864 not 1765 and 1131

Like the person above said, when you apply for Aos and you send Ead and AP with the packet, you are only paying for the i485 form fee and biometrics fee. That will be $1225

[Laura & Chris 104]

11 minutes ago, Diana & Justin said:

Like the person above said, when you apply for Aos and you send Ead and AP with the packet, you are only paying for the i485 form fee and biometrics fee. That will be $1225

Sweet, thanks!! Im mailing it today. Any recommendations?

[Diana & Justin 108]

3 minutes ago, Laura & Chris said:

Sweet, thanks!! Im mailing it today. Any recommendations?

I was wondering if you are sending proof (pictures of the wedding or with family) I know some people say it's not necessary but I think you don't lose anything sending some.

And doble check every application, don't forget to sign. I think you will be okay. 😊

 

[Cyxs 51]

NOA1 date 22nd March, received the biometrics appointment today for the 15th of June. 3 hours away at 10am. heh

[Marcelina 246]

17 hours ago, Tomalley said:

What new procedures? Interesting to know !

 

I have seen few threats about people that applied for GC in January 2018 already having the GC mailed to them, check timelines for AOS. People are speculating about some new procedures, while cases from 2017 sre still waiting etc. 

[Cristina24 122]

Biometrics 7th of june 11am in Austin for me  

[Laura & Chris 104]

It’s  been mailed, should arrive Monday 🙌🏻

[JayeBird 117]

1 hour ago, Marcelina said:

I have seen few threats about people that applied for GC in January 2018 already having the GC mailed to them, check timelines for AOS. People are speculating about some new procedures, while cases from 2017 sre still waiting etc. 

So are they saying this new procedure (whatever it is) is speeding up the process for 2018 filers? 

[Kat&Joel 484]

Hey all.  I just wanted to give everyone a heads up in hopes you don't make the mistake we did.  We accidentally filed our AOS without the EAD and AP.  There was a misunderstanding of the instructions.  I am HOPING that we can still file AP and EAD without paying anymore money.  The instructions have stated that you don't have to pay the $400 fee if you have a receipt showing that you have filed AOS.  

 

The other thing we are doing differently is waiting to get the SSN until EAD is approved.  I'm a bit confused on what a SSN without work authorisation is good for so we're waiting on that.  

 

Let me know if it make sense to anyone.  I just wanted to share what we are doing in the process in case it might assist others.

[Tomalley 160]

1 hour ago, Kat&Joel said:

Hey all.  I just wanted to give everyone a heads up in hopes you don't make the mistake we did.  We accidentally filed our AOS without the EAD and AP.  There was a misunderstanding of the instructions.  I am HOPING that we can still file AP and EAD without paying anymore money.  The instructions have stated that you don't have to pay the $400 fee if you have a receipt showing that you have filed AOS.  

 

The other thing we are doing differently is waiting to get the SSN until EAD is approved.  I'm a bit confused on what a SSN without work authorisation is good for so we're waiting on that.  

 

Let me know if it make sense to anyone.  I just wanted to share what we are doing in the process in case it might assist others.

In some states, you can get a driver license with SSN

[JayeBird 117]

3 hours ago, Kat&Joel said:

Hey all.  I just wanted to give everyone a heads up in hopes you don't make the mistake we did.  We accidentally filed our AOS without the EAD and AP.  There was a misunderstanding of the instructions.  I am HOPING that we can still file AP and EAD without paying anymore money.  The instructions have stated that you don't have to pay the $400 fee if you have a receipt showing that you have filed AOS.  

 

The other thing we are doing differently is waiting to get the SSN until EAD is approved.  I'm a bit confused on what a SSN without work authorisation is good for so we're waiting on that.  

 

Let me know if it make sense to anyone.  I just wanted to share what we are doing in the process in case it might assist others.

Yes, you read the instructions right. You can apply for both without paying the fees as long as you submit the I 485 receipt.

 

[AA&S 10]

9 hours ago, Tomalley said:

In some states, you can get a driver license with SSN

i got my SSN using my passport , I-94 and Birth Certificate