VAWA, Part 12

[Trizzle 194]

3 hours ago, Willow81 said:

Hi everyone,

 

I attended my interview today everything went well. I did not take my lawyer to me.

 

The interview lasted about 10 minutes I was sworn in and finger printed then asked to confirm my name. My medical and passport was checked and I was asked some yes or no questions from the i485 form. She never mentioned the abuse, marriage etc. she did ask if I was divorced and took a copy of the divorce decree.

 

After the above she told me I was approved and my GC will be sent to my Lawyer’s office. Within 5 minutes I received an update that my card was being produced.

 

I am so elated that the process is over. I wish you all the very best...and thank you to everyone for your support.

Congratulations your troubles and long waiting is finally over. Enjoy your new chapter in your life. 👏👏👏👏

[Mercyme 271]

3 hours ago, Willow81 said:

Hi everyone,

 

I attended my interview today everything went well. I did not take my lawyer to me.

 

The interview lasted about 10 minutes I was sworn in and finger printed then asked to confirm my name. My medical and passport was checked and I was asked some yes or no questions from the i485 form. She never mentioned the abuse, marriage etc. she did ask if I was divorced and took a copy of the divorce decree.

 

After the above she told me I was approved and my GC will be sent to my Lawyer’s office. Within 5 minutes I received an update that my card was being produced.

 

I am so elated that the process is over. I wish you all the very best...and thank you to everyone for your support.

Congratulations. Please share your timeline if you can.

[Victorycoming 11]

Pls may anyone help me with template on how to request for a police clearance from my country? I don't know how to go about it. Thanks.

[Mercyme 271]

On 2/18/2019 at 3:27 PM, Milestone2017 said:

This journey has transformed me and appreciated all the sacrifices that we have gone through. Through all the challenges, I have always been reminded that it's not only about surviving the violence. It's also about the strength of character. There's always a rainbow at the end of the tunnel. Always listen to your guts. If something is not right, walk away. Sometimes the red flags are obvious but we try to ignore. To God Be the Glory! Bless us all!

I am so much grateful I chanced upon this forum. My vow is to help in anyway I can. And if my journey can help to share, just let me know. My timeline below. Detailed journey coming soon. Thanks.

June2016 Got married
Sept 2016 Filed 130 485 131 765
Dec2016 1st combo card received
Jan2017 notice to AOS interview on Feb2017. Ex spouse tore the letter. DV gotten worse.
Jan2017 fled marital home with my child, straight to DV shelter.
Feb2017 AOS interview, showed up alone. Requested the IO to hold 485. Given 84days to file.
Mar2017 filed 360
April 2017 1st Prima Facie
Sep2017 2nd combo card renewal c9 to VSC
Oct 2017 2nd Prima Facie 180days
Oct2017 received 2nd combo card
April 2018 3rd PF 60days
May 2018 Traveled outside US with AP (6weeks)
June 2018 4th PF 180days
July2018 asked Congressman for help to inquire status of 360 (taking 16mos already)
July2018 3rd combo card renewal c9 to VSC
Aug2018 received 3rd combo card
Aug2018 360 Approved! NO RFE . Praise God!
Jan2019 traveled with AP (2weeks)
Feb 7 notice of AOS Interview on Feb 26, 2019 (6mos from 360 approval)

On this very special day, I am praying for the great weather, for the officer who will handle the interview, for the traffic, for my energy and stamina. Shed buckets of tears. Heart broken, penniless, jobless, homeless, a child to take care of, traumatized by DV, and going thru divorce filed by ex thinking I could be deported if I became unmarried. Plus the continuous bullying by calling our friends to stop communicating with me. But I have rose above my circumstances victoriously. I have prepared myself so much for this day to come. Mind , body, soul. Thanks for your support and prayers.

This story just brought me to tears thinking about my own life. He's taken everything from me and my journey is just starting, I'm worried, I'm scared, but I have faith in God. Thank you for sharing your journey, may God bless you abundantly.  People can be evil and they think we'll get deported, but God has the final plan for us. 

[JonShai 41]

50 minutes ago, Victorycoming said:

Pls may anyone help me with template on how to request for a police clearance from my country? I don't know how to go about it. Thanks.

@victorycoming what country are you trying to request it from?

 

There is 2 ways you can do this depending on your country. 

 

1. You can have someone inside (family member or friend) the country go to the police headquarters and get one for you. Of course you'll have to mail them a signed notarized letter to act on your behalf

 

2. Locate your country consulate general website if they have one and follow the instructions provided.  

 

I used option 2 because I'm from Jamaica and there a consulate office in Miami that provided clear instructions on their website.

Edited February 20, 2019 by JonShai

[Trizzle 194]

2 minutes ago, JonShai said:

@victorycoming what country are you trying to request it from?

 

There is 2 ways you can do this depending on your country. 

 

1. You can have someone inside (family member or friend) the country go to the police headquarters and get one for you. Of course you'll have to mail them a signed notarized letter to act on your behalf

 

2. Locate your country consulate general website if they have one and follow the instructions proved. 

 

I used option 2 because I'm from Jamaica and there a consulate office in Miami that provided clear instructions on their website.

@Victorycoming  Hey I’m from Jamaica and I use the 1st option that Jonshai is talking about. You will need to get a fingerprint done “I did mine at the State Trooper Office for $5 a copy”, photocopied my passport page for ID purposes then your gonna write a note stating what you want the background check for including the USCIS office it’s suppose to go to.  Then your gonna get it notorized and send it to a family member or friend so they can get it for you. I assume some countries are different but that’s how I did mine. Hope it helps or give you an idea. 

[Victorycoming 11]

4 minutes ago, JonShai said:

@victorycoming what country are you trying to request it from?

 

There is 2 ways you can do this depending on your country. 

 

1. You can have someone inside (family member or friend) the country go to the police headquarters and get one for you. Of course you'll have to mail them a signed notarized letter to act on your behalf

 

2. Locate your country consulate general website if they have one and follow the instructions proved. 

 

I used option 2 because I'm from Jamaica and there a consulate office in Miami that provided clear instructions on their website.

I'm from Nigeria. I'm going to ask a family member to get one, but she doesn't know how to go about it and I don't know either. Help pls

[JonShai 41]

1 minute ago, Victorycoming said:

I'm from Nigeria. I'm going to ask a family member to get one, but she doesn't know how to go about it and I don't know either. Help pls

As Trizzle said. First thing to do is go to your local police station and get a FULL SET of fingerprints done. Some police stations give you the finger print sheet but mine didn’t. I got it from me lawyer. Check with them.  

 

Secondly, you will need two recent (2) pass port size photos

 

Thirdly a certified copy of your passport page. This means that you have to get it notarized 

 

Fourth, write a cover letter explaining why you want the police clearance (I’ll send you a copy of mine if you need it)

 

Lastly, do not forget that there is a fee attached to doing this. I have no clue how much it will be in Nigeria 

 

 

 

 

[Victorycoming 11]

3 minutes ago, JonShai said:

As Trizzle said. First thing to do is go to your local police station and get a FULL SET of fingerprints done. Some police stations give you the finger print sheet but mine didn’t. I got it from me lawyer. Check with them.  

 

Secondly, you will need two recent (2) pass port size photos

 

Thirdly a certified copy of your passport page. This means that you have to get it notarized 

 

Fourth, write a cover letter explaining why you want the police clearance (I’ll send you a copy of mine if you need it)

 

Lastly, do not forget that there is a fee attached to doing this. I have no clue how much it will be in Nigeria 

 

 

 

 

I really appreciate your response. I wouldn't mind if you could send me a copy of your cover letter.  And sure ll get other items ready. Thanks

[ahmad- 56]

11 hours ago, Willow81 said:

Thank you...I shared my timeline previously if you check my posts you should find it.

Yes me too...it’s such a relief 

hello Willow81,

 

First of all many many congratulations on your interview !!! you must be so happy now !!! i am also in atlanta (lawrenceville). I was trying to search your timeline here but was not able to find out. It would be very kind of you if you can please share your timeline. I am a vawa filer also and hoping for good news. Your timeline will really give me motivation and will also help others. Many thanks in advance !!

 

 

[xoxox 72]

20 hours ago, FridayGirl@69 said:

Correct! Sorry! Good Luck to you too!!  Did you go to lawyer already? 

Thanks A lot : )

I Made my appointment with him on Thursday .. Wasn't any other appointment Available before that ..

Just waiting .

[Milestone2017 53]

12 hours ago, Godschild said:

This story just brought me to tears thinking about my own life. He's taken everything from me and my journey is just starting, I'm worried, I'm scared, but I have faith in God. Thank you for sharing your journey, may God bless you abundantly.  People can be evil and they think we'll get deported, but God has the final plan for us. 

We can walk you through on the how to's. There will be days you wanted to give up. But just take a rest and recharge. Try to start with a good habit each day, and help others around you who could be more helpless than you are. It worked for me and the self gratification priceless.

 

I remained private with this journey. Started with new friends and they never knew my past. I wanted a clean slate. So no one will judge. 

[Mercyme 271]

1 minute ago, Milestone2017 said:

We can walk you through on the how to's. There will be days you wanted to give up. But just take a rest and recharge. Try to start with a good habit each day, and help others around you who could be more helpless than you are. It worked for me and the self gratification priceless.

 

I remained private with this journey. Started with new friends and they never knew my past. I wanted a clean slate. So no one will judge. 

I know what you mean. I keep to myself, I don't talk about it to anyone, I feel alone most days even with counseling, but I pray and that's my peace. I'm trying not to think about all the negative things that could happen and all the negative things he's doing to me, but some days it's really really hard. Thank you though for sharing with me. I read this forum everyday for hope and strength. 

[xoxox 72]

18 hours ago, Milestone2017 said:

The heading only says Appointment Notice, on a plain bond paper.  Not the usual I-797 NOA that I usually receive

I Guess it G 56 form .

Best luck for you .

[Milestone2017 53]

1 hour ago, xoxox said:

I Guess it G 56 form .

Best luck for you .

Thanks! And to all of us as well.