November 2018 AOS Filers

[K1visaHopeful 2,817]

4 minutes ago, Allaboutwaiting said:

Maybe it would be better applying for an extension and getting the 10 years green card instead of the 2 years conditional. That way you'd skip ROC, which from what I've read, is the truly scary one. 

You cannot skip ROC. It's a must.

[Allaboutwaiting 2,503]

1 hour ago, RambaCat said:

Less focus on the wait and more on the weight?

 

I've put on a few pounds I think too, to be fair...

I do focus on both the wait and the weight: check on our status daily and eat like there's no tomorrow. 

I won't look like myself by the time we get the interview.

[Allaboutwaiting 2,503]

2 minutes ago, K1visaHopeful said:

You cannot skip ROC. It's a must.

You can if by the time you get the interview, it's been 2 years since marriage, which is the case for a few local offices. In such cases, you get the 10 years green card instead of the 2 years conditional, therefore, no ROC.

Edited April 5, 2019 by Allaboutwaiting

[RambaCat 643]

1 minute ago, K1visaHopeful said:

You cannot skip ROC. It's a must.

No, I think they're on about if Jakejon doesn't get his greencard before the two years of marriage passes, then they'd get their 10year, not the 2 year. Of course, I think they'd have to provide evidence of those two years all the same as ROC.

[Allaboutwaiting 2,503]

6 minutes ago, RambaCat said:

No, I think they're on about if Jakejon doesn't get his greencard before the two years of marriage passes, then they'd get their 10year, not the 2 year. Of course, I think they'd have to provide evidence of those two years all the same as ROC.

And in such case, even needing that extra evidence, you save the fee and the waiting time for ROC, which is LONG. I think it's not a bad outcome for those who are at saturated local offices. 

Edited April 5, 2019 by Allaboutwaiting

[Soul Mate 35]

Hello my fellow November filers!  I got a pleasant surprise today! My case was scheduled for an interview! Today marks day 137. I did not receive the combo card. 

 

November 21, 2018 - NOA1

December 10, 2018 (walk in) - biometrics 

April 3, 2019 - “ready to be scheduled for an interview”

April 4, 2019 - “ interview was scheduled” 

Local office: San Diego 

 

Thank you to VJ members for helping me kept my head up and especially @jakejon who’s words are so encouraging, it plays such a powerful role in staying positive throughout this long and somewhat daunting experience. I love the energy you bring into this community, so thank you. You’ll be next 🤞😊

 

 

 

 

[RambaCat 643]

2 minutes ago, Allaboutwaiting said:

And in such case, even needing that extra evidence, you save the fee and the waiting time for ROC, which is LONG. I think it's not a bad outcome for those who are at saturated local offices. 

Longer time waiting for naturalisation though!

[Allaboutwaiting 2,503]

1 minute ago, RambaCat said:

Longer time waiting for naturalisation though!

Hmmm, good point. 👉 Never thought of that. 

And lots of people jump into it as soon as they can. 

[RambaCat 643]

Just now, Allaboutwaiting said:

Hmmm, good point. 👉 Never thought of that. 

And lots of people jump into it as soon as they can. 

I'm thinking I will too, get rid of USCIS asap 😂

[Allaboutwaiting 2,503]

5 minutes ago, Soul Mate said:

Hello my fellow November filers!  I got a pleasant surprise today! My case was scheduled for an interview! Today marks day 137. I did not receive the combo card. 

 

November 21, 2018 - NOA1

December 10, 2018 (walk in) - biometrics 

April 3, 2019 - “ready to be scheduled for an interview”

April 4, 2019 - “ interview was scheduled” 

Local office: San Diego 

 

Thank you to VJ members for helping me kept my head up and especially @jakejon who’s words are so encouraging, it plays such a powerful role in staying positive throughout this long and somewhat daunting experience. I love the energy you bring into this community, so thank you. You’ll be next 🤞😊

 

 

 

 

What are you adjusting from? Tourist visa?

[Allaboutwaiting 2,503]

5 minutes ago, RambaCat said:

I'm thinking I will too, get rid of USCIS asap 😂

I just want to get an interview scheduled. The feeling I get looking at others from my same LO getting it while we're basically non existent, is not pleasant AT ALL. 

I'll think of naturalization when the time comes.

[Soul Mate 35]

2 minutes ago, Allaboutwaiting said:

What are you adjusting from? Tourist visa?

Over stayed Visa

Brought here at 2 years old. 

[jakejon 1,197]

1 hour ago, Soul Mate said:

Hello my fellow November filers!  I got a pleasant surprise today! My case was scheduled for an interview! Today marks day 137. I did not receive the combo card. 

 

November 21, 2018 - NOA1

December 10, 2018 (walk in) - biometrics 

April 3, 2019 - “ready to be scheduled for an interview”

April 4, 2019 - “ interview was scheduled” 

Local office: San Diego 

 

Thank you to VJ members for helping me kept my head up and especially @jakejon who’s words are so encouraging, it plays such a powerful role in staying positive throughout this long and somewhat daunting experience. I love the energy you bring into this community, so thank you. You’ll be next 🤞😊

 

 

 

 

Congrats!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Oh so exciting ❤️❤️❤️ 

[jakejon 1,197]

1 hour ago, Allaboutwaiting said:

Maybe it would be better applying for an extension and getting the 10 years green card instead of the 2 years conditional. That way you'd skip ROC, which from what I've read, is the truly scary one. 

Oh wishful thinking! I'll be a 2020 GC kid im sure!! Can't wait to spread the wings further with the combo!! I know your waiting for the GC interview to come soon but I think you'll be so grateful to have the combo in the meantime!! It will come  

[jakejon 1,197]

Last time I was in San Diego in July '17 I wore no sun screen. It's so beautiful there! Loved the pier. Let's just say my fair Irish skin was like a baked tomato during my visit