I-751 May 2018 files

[Knutschen 6]

In February, we had gotten a notice that our biometrics are being waived. But today, we got a notice in the mail that our appointment is on May 20th in St. Louis. That office is 3 1/2 hours away.  

[Ash.1101 1,756]

Yes.

Everyone please note that the biometric waivers sent out in Feburary were sent in MASS. Thousands all sent out at the same time, this was done by the click of a button, not because they looked at every case and said "good to go". Because of this, they are now actually going one by one scheduling appointments for those who they decide needs it.

[mixxin 26]

I also got the Feb waiver and then a biometrics appt letter.  Did my code 5 fingerprints done last week. Two days later got a "new card being produced' update. Good luck all.

[JasVW19 18]

On 5/11/2019 at 10:15 AM, TZKA said:

It sounds extension letter would not be accepted by Mexico:

https://consulmex.sre.gob.mx/sanfrancisco/index.php/visas-traveling-to-mexico

 

US Residents: If your United States visa stamped on your passport already expired but you have an official document proving your legal status in USA, you must apply for a Mexican visa (I-797 A Forms, Advance Parole Forms, I-20 OR DS-2019 Forms won’t be accepted to entering Mexico), unless you have a valid Visa for any of the countries listed above (Canada, Japan, United Kingdom or Schengen area).

What if you just have a layover in Mexico? Do you need a Visa for that?

[JMDI 26]

22 minutes ago, JasVW19 said:

What if you just have a layover in Mexico? Do you need a Visa for that?

I am pretty sure you don't need a visa if you are just transiting through Mexico, i.e., not leaving the airport.

[KatjaBlueMoon 7]

On 5/11/2019 at 9:45 AM, Mavin said:

Hey Guys, does anyone have any experience with/heard anything relating to going on a cruise to Mexico or Bahamas or outside U.S. with expired GC and the extension letter? 

 

I’ve traveled outside U.S a few times in the last year with both docs and I had no issues at the border (airport), I don’t know if I’ll have a different experience at the port (boat). 

Not sure if you already left, but I went on a cruise in the Caribbean (including Cozumel, Mexico) in December. My GC was expired and they had even taken it away when I got my 551 extension stamp in my passport. I travelled with the NOA

and my passport w/ stamp and had no problems in any port or on re-entry to US. Didn't even have to explain the situation to anyone. Hope that helps.   

[afrocraft 314]

9 minutes ago, KatjaBlueMoon said:

Not sure if you already left, but I went on a cruise in the Caribbean (including Cozumel, Mexico) in December. My GC was expired and they had even taken it away when I got my 551 extension stamp in my passport. I travelled with the NOA

and my passport w/ stamp and had no problems in any port or on re-entry to US. Didn't even have to explain the situation to anyone. Hope that helps.   

They didn't subject you to secondary screening on re-entry? They do that to me each and every time. Maybe it's just my nationality 😏. Lucky you.

[KatjaBlueMoon 7]

8 minutes ago, afrocraft said:

They didn't subject you to secondary screening on re-entry? They do that to me each and every time. Maybe it's just my nationality 😏. Lucky you.

No they didn't, but I was totally expecting it. I once had to go through secondary screening when I was still on a tourist visa, but not since GC.

[winouiss 35]

Just received a letter today to do my biometric for 05/22, hopefully things will go fast after that. I have a question if someone has similiar situation my last name is different on my gc and my passport, i did a booking in expedia for a trip to punta cana, in reservation it says my new last name. I did same thing for mexico it wasnt an issue but idk about DR, because with gc im allowed to enter that country. I did contact tsa they told me it doesnt matter and to check with airline which told me to contact tsa. So im confused, any help?

[Honey_B 9]

17 hours ago, winouiss said:

Just received a letter today to do my biometric for 05/22, hopefully things will go fast after that. I have a question if someone has similiar situation my last name is different on my gc and my passport, i did a booking in expedia for a trip to punta cana, in reservation it says my new last name. I did same thing for mexico it wasnt an issue but idk about DR, because with gc im allowed to enter that country. I did contact tsa they told me it doesnt matter and to check with airline which told me to contact tsa. So im confused, any help?

 

Sounds like tsa is ok with it. Just in case you could bring a copy of your marriage certificate to show the name change. 

[JJO 4]

Hey, did any VSC non-transfer (Stayed in VSC all throughout) cases got approved ?

[TZKA 34]

8 minutes ago, JJO said:

Hey, did any VSC non-transfer (Stayed in VSC all throughout) cases got approved ?

Yes judging by “Case Tracker” search. Even one from late May. 

[Honey_B 9]

Which case tracker do you use?

[alpha116 3]

I am quite worried right now since I sent my I -751 package on  Thursday May 9th, Post office says it was delivered on Saturday May 11th. 

However instead of the Dallas TX lock box zipcode 75266 of USCIS that I put on the package, it is said the package was delivered at Dallas , TX 75260.

I checked with the Post office and they said it's Government mails so that happened all the time, and it's the same place downtown Texas.

 

Today is May 16th and I still have not received any text/email notification from USCIS that they receive my package or not (I enclose form G 1145 in the package). I am not sure how long does it take for them to notify us or what may happen to the package. 

 

Should I call USCIS to check with them if there is no news from them next week? 

[TZKA 34]

12 minutes ago, Honey_B said:

Which case tracker do you use?