That was a long interview! No verdict and very nervous.

[FOSSLGRL 63]

On 12/21/2018 at 2:00 PM, USC4SPOUSE said:

I am 100% sure that USCIS will approve your case. There are ZERO red flags here. ZERO. You really need to take a deep breath. While you were interviewed at different times, that was not a STOKES interview. They just interviewed one at a time. That's it.

 

The only thing that I can think of is that MAYBE they are making sure that your husband is current on all his child support. Another thing that comes to mind is that most major field offices have hired and trained new officers. Most new officers have to have all their decisions vetted. The officer maybe did not want to share "Hey, I am a nobody. So I have to get this checked"

 

As someone who went through HELL through my own AOS process 22 years ago with minimal evidence BUT had a true marriage, I can tell you that you are fine. We had a Stokes interview for AOS, then a NOID, then another Stokes interview for the I-751 and ANOTHER NOID; the whole nine yards. 

 

There are so many steps they have to take to deny you, and each step provides you with ample opportunity to overload your case with even MORE evidence of bona fide marriage.

 

You did everything right. You came here on K-1, followed the rules and you're CANADIAN. Probably all those address changes are throwing them off. They have to justify their decisions. I would just be patient. 

 

Are you sure that you are not a US citizen already? Is it possible that you derived US citizenship from your parents when they naturalized?

 

If this goes on for too long, say 3 to 4 weeks, then I would reach out to your US Senator(s), and have them shake the tree. Do not be shy to reach out to them. They are very helpful.

 

All the best! Go see your folks and enjoy yourself! You have a true marriage. So really, just enjoy the holidays. You are fine.

 

USC4SPOUSE

 

Thanks.

 

Like I said in my previous post, however, there is no child support arrangement. She didn't want one. She has also told my husband that his money is no good to her because her new rich BF is way better than him. She has literally torn up cheques that we have mailed her.

 

Our plan has been to pay for the children to go to college when the time comes, if they need it.

 

As far as I know I am not a citizen already! I was an adult when my parents got their citizenship. They originally came down on my dads work visa.

 

Honestly though, after reading your post and also through further discussions with my husband... I have decided to make the trip after all.

 

He is going to stay home though because of our attempted burglary. Otherwise we won't have any peace of mind while we're away.

 

We will return to Canada together for a trip maybe in Jan or Feb just for a night or two.

 

 

Oh and one more thing, you mention they may have new employees at their office. The girl who interviewed us, was very sweet BTW but I could tell she was either new or inexperienced. So maybe that has something to do with it.

 

 

Edited December 22, 2018 by FOSSLGRL

[NancyNguyen 1,657]

On 12/22/2018 at 5:41 PM, FOSSLGRL said:

 

Thanks.

 

Like I said in my previous post, however, there is no child support arrangement. She didn't want one. She has also told my husband that his money is no good to her because her new rich BF is way better than him. She has literally torn up cheques that we have mailed her.

 

Our plan has been to pay for the children to go to college when the time comes, if they need it.

 

As far as I know I am not a citizen already! I was an adult when my parents got their citizenship. They originally came down on my dads work visa.

 

Honestly though, after reading your post and also through further discussions with my husband... I have decided to make the trip after all.

 

He is going to stay home though because of our attempted burglary. Otherwise we won't have any peace of mind while we're away.

 

We will return to Canada together for a trip maybe in Jan or Feb just for a night or two.

 

 

Oh and one more thing, you mention they may have new employees at their office. The girl who interviewed us, was very sweet BTW but I could tell she was either new or inexperienced. So maybe that has something to do with it.

 

 

Do you have any update?

[Kerri1972 3]

On 12/26/2018 at 5:21 PM, Cryssiekins said:

 

 

On 12/18/2018 at 10:42 PM, FOSSLGRL said:

Thanks guys. I guess I was just needing some support. I'm just tired and was hoping to have a decision today.

 

Also we were supposed to travel to Canada to see my family, who I haven't seen in over a year, for Christmas.

 

I am concerned that while I am in Canada, the application will be denied and it will prevent them from letting me back into the US with my AP. Since my parents happen to be US (dual) citizens and live in the US, I will have nowhere in Canada to go. I'd be stuck up there without my belongings, my cat, no home, job, or any means to start over.

 

To add to the stress, somebody attempted to burglarize our house while we were out of town last night for the interview. Now my husband doesn't even want to go on our trip, he said I should go alone.

 

I know that has nothing to do with my case, but it's creating a lot of negative energy on a day that I was anticipating a celebration.

 

Anyways I may just cancel the trip to be safe. That's if I don't get a verdict before we are scheduled to leave.

 

Hopefully I get good news though, and I can write off this post as being a "drama queen".

 

 

I also had a terrible interview and received an RFE. I contacted a lawyer and she recommended to not leave the country until a decision is made.  So I cancelled my trip home as well. Good luck. I know how u feel 💓

Edited December 28, 2018 by Kerri1972
Linked too many things

[NancyNguyen 1,657]

17 hours ago, Kerri1972 said:

 

I also had a terrible interview and received an RFE. I contacted a lawyer and she recommended to not leave the country until a decision is made.  So I cancelled my trip home as well. Good luck. I know how u feel 💓

What happened?

[FOSSLGRL 63]

FYI still no decision.

In Canada now but going home tomorrow.

Husband foiled a group who tried to break into our house today so we're glad he stayed home.

Going to move as soon as our lease is up.

If GC denied we will be moving to Canada.

 

I dont want to live in a country that doesn't want me and husband is fed up with his job and our sketchy neighborhood anyways...

[FOSSLGRL 63]

On 12/27/2018 at 3:57 PM, Kerri1972 said:

 

I also had a terrible interview and received an RFE. I contacted a lawyer and she recommended to not leave the country until a decision is made.  So I cancelled my trip home as well. Good luck. I know how u feel 💓

Good luck to you. I have no idea what will happen to me but I am prepared for the worst.

[FOSSLGRL 63]

Still no update.

Made it through customs and on boat headed home.

Very relieved at having no issues. I will remain in the US until a decision is made.

I would have regretted it if I didn't make this trip.

 

I am wondering if the government shut down may be interfering with processing times.

Edited January 1, 2019 by FOSSLGRL

[moosy 139]

On 1/1/2019 at 2:50 PM, FOSSLGRL said:

Still no update.

Made it through customs and on boat headed home.

Very relieved at having no issues. I will remain in the US until a decision is made.

I would have regretted it if I didn't make this trip.

 

I am wondering if the government shut down may be interfering with processing times.

I think AOS etc is self-funded, so they use all of our fees to continue paying their people, and that means they do not shut down. Not 100% certain.

[NancyNguyen 1,657]

On 1/1/2019 at 1:50 PM, FOSSLGRL said:

Still no update.

Made it through customs and on boat headed home.

Very relieved at having no issues. I will remain in the US until a decision is made.

I would have regretted it if I didn't make this trip.

 

I am wondering if the government shut down may be interfering with processing times.

They are still working, my brother card was mailed on 12/31. It will come for you eventually. God bless you.

Edited January 3, 2019 by NancyNguyen

[pajobra 1,395]

Just so you know I had my interview on November 7th and I was terrified. I did not get the notice of approval until December 7th or so. My interview was only 15 minutes. They said look for mail in about 30 days. So I have a feeling yours is like ours.

Edited January 6, 2019 by pajobra

[FOSSLGRL 63]

Update: status had changed to "document being printed" and I'm getting tracking number soon.

 

I'm ecstatic. I've been losing sleep over this. At my interview, she said 30-45 days. Tomorrow is day 45. I had given up hope lol.

 

I'll wait till I have the tracking number to celebrate!

[NancyNguyen 1,657]

Congratulations.