January 2019 - AOS Filers (merged)

[Bluewaters 288]

10 minutes ago, Northerndynasty said:

I do like your optimism...coming from this ALWAYS half-empty-glass kind of guy (me).  LOL....

 

Oh, nowhere near yours.  I feel awful for you, just the same!  

 

Mailed: 1/25/19

Recd: 1/28/19

NOA1s:  2/12/19 (was my first clue this was going to be a loooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooong wait!)

Bio's: 3/4/19

Bio Rev Completed:  3/5/19

Crickets chirping away since then..........................well, except for the annoying Spam emails I get of the nothing-new updates.

Hmm..... My situation changed when I received RFIE from them. So I have to respond to it as fast as I can. And they received my response on 2/12/19. But I am just being hopeful to get "ready to be schedule for interview or EAD approval". 

For me I am just certain that they will work on our cases soon. 

Edited April 17, 2019 by Bluewaters

[Marion63 22]

57 minutes ago, Bluewaters said:

I understand how you feel about that. I felt the same way because I don't even know if my fingerprint review is completed or not. But I got an update when I responded to my RFIE . And from what I have read in other filers page, Sometimes they rarely update some of the cases. But I believe all is fine. 

I did not get a RFE

[Northerndynasty 142]

29 minutes ago, Marion63 said:

I did not get a RFE

I haven't, either.

 

I'm not going to jinx myself at this point...but was hoping that if I was to get one, I would've already received one.  At least, I hope we haven't missed anything, anywhere...?

[Bluewaters 288]

1 hour ago, Marion63 said:

I did not get a RFE

 

47 minutes ago, Northerndynasty said:

I haven't, either.

 

I'm not going to jinx myself at this point...but was hoping that if I was to get one, I would've already received one.  At least, I hope we haven't missed anything, anywhere...?

I know guys that you didn't get RFE. But with uscis they are unpredictable. Untill you are approved for ead or gc you don't know what will happen. I hope things sail through successfully. Because there is this lady in November group who got RFE after 160 days. 

Anything can happen. 

Let us all hope for the best that we get approved and you guys won't get RFE 

[Northerndynasty 142]

37 minutes ago, Bluewaters said:

 

I know guys that you didn't get RFE. But with uscis they are unpredictable. Untill you are approved for ead or gc you don't know what will happen. I hope things sail through successfully. Because there is this lady in November group who got RFE after 160 days. 

Anything can happen. 

Let us all hope for the best that we get approved and you guys won't get RFE 

Wow...that would be...anyway...agreed.  Let's hope!

[AlexisCC 123]

Hi Everyone! we went for biometrics on thursday and yesterday his status changed to case ready for to schedule for interview. Wishing everyone the best of luck on this crazy journey. 

[Northerndynasty 142]

Where on earth does VJ get these numbers from?

 

Even someone as dumb as a rock as I am, knows this fits NOWHERE in the USCIS posted processing times...

 

Your EAD Approval Estimate:

 

June 26th, 2019

 

Your AP Approval Estimate:

 

June 9th, 2019

 

Now THAT'S some funny #$%$# right there! 

[Marion63 22]

On 4/17/2019 at 10:10 AM, Bluewaters said:

Hmm..... My situation changed when I received RFIE from them. So I have to respond to it as fast as I can. And they received my response on 2/12/19. But I am just being hopeful to get "ready to be schedule for interview or EAD approval". 

For me I am just certain that they will work on our cases soon. 

Bio Rev.. i still have not seen a post that i completed my Io metrics on jan 22/18

the only thing I see is that they received my fees.. grrr

[Northerndynasty 142]

1 hour ago, Marion63 said:

Bio Rev.. i still have not seen a post that i completed my Io metrics on jan 22/18

the only thing I see is that they received my fees.. grrr

I decided to second-guess my contractual Attorney, and contacted another Attorney for a second opinion.  This other Attorney works in a completely different State.

 

He AFFIRMED the sentiments of the first Attorney (without knowing them first), that:

 

1)  The posted time-frames from USCIS are what we should refer to when it comes to awaiting decisions and updates on our cases.

2)  It is extremely....EXTREMELY rare that "Expedite" requests are honored (which are usually only granted in cases of EXTREME medical situations).

3)  Take it with a miniscule grain-of-salt when we hear of the dramatic cases of rapid processing.  Furthermore, use your own intuition when it comes to what you hear and read on the Boards.

 

Either both of these Attorneys drank from the same pitcher of Cool-Aid, or they are speaking with factual knowledge of how this all goes.

 

A new week.  New incredible stories will be shared on here.

 

From the USCIS website:

 

I-765's - at the NBC - 5-7 months, with a current PD of: September 25th, 2018.  (Almost EVERY other Service Center is as fast as 1.5 months to 3 months, generally, as a minimum).  Guess if you didn't get anything other than the NBC, then expect 5-7 months.

 

Here's the biggest laugh ever!!!!!!:

 

I-485's through the TSC (where I'll probably wind-up after the I-765 is finally completed):  14-38 months!!  Bwahahahaha!!!  A year to 3 years!!!  Hahahahahaha!! And you got people on here claiming they're getting theirs in a "few" months.  Yeah...ok....  Bwahahaha!!  Only the Nebraska SC is under 11 months...as a minimum.

Edited April 22, 2019 by Northerndynasty

[nowayout203 62]

47 minutes ago, Northerndynasty said:

I decided to second-guess my contractual Attorney, and contacted another Attorney for a second opinion.  This other Attorney works in a completely different State.

 

He AFFIRMED the sentiments of the first Attorney (without knowing them first), that:

 

1)  The posted time-frames from USCIS are what we should refer to when it comes to awaiting decisions and updates on our cases.

2)  It is extremely....EXTREMELY rare that "Expedite" requests are honored (which are usually only granted in cases of EXTREME medical situations).

3)  Take it with a miniscule grain-of-salt when we hear of the dramatic cases of rapid processing.  Furthermore, use your own intuition when it comes to what you hear and read on the Boards.

 

Either both of these Attorneys drank from the same pitcher of Cool-Aid, or they are speaking with factual knowledge of how this all goes.

 

A new week.  New incredible stories will be shared on here.

 

From the USCIS website:

 

I-765's - at the NBC - 5-7 months, with a current PD of: September 25th, 2018.  (Almost EVERY other Service Center is as fast as 1.5 months to 3 months, generally, as a minimum).  Guess if you didn't get anything other than the NBC, then expect 5-7 months.

 

Here's the biggest laugh ever!!!!!!:

 

I-485's through the TSC (where I'll probably wind-up after the I-765 is finally completed):  14-38 months!!  Bwahahahaha!!!  A year to 3 years!!!  Hahahahahaha!! And you got people on here claiming they're getting theirs in a "few" months.  Yeah...ok....  Bwahahaha!!  Only the Nebraska SC is under 11 months...as a minimum.

Here's my commentary:

 

#1 is the official answer you're going to get from anyone in an official capacity. Don't expect any other answer. Also note how processing times are calculated (note the description of the "range": https://egov.uscis.gov/processing-times/more-info

#2 is a fair statement; the reasons for expedite are very limited: https://www.uscis.gov/forms/expedite-criteria

 

That being said... you can look at my timeline (on behalf of my wife). I did NOT expedite (I didn't have a valid reason to do so) and my timeline shows the exact dates when each event occurred.

 

For I-485, NBC processing is limited to initial data entry and biometrics. Your petition is then sent to the local office for interview scheduling. You need to look at the processing time for your local field office; the service centers generally process non-family and non-employment based I-485 petitions. If you're interested in what the service centers process (as opposed to the local field offices and NBC): https://www.uscis.gov/i-485-addresses

[iwir 337]

1 hour ago, Northerndynasty said:

I decided to second-guess my contractual Attorney, and contacted another Attorney for a second opinion.  This other Attorney works in a completely different State.

 

He AFFIRMED the sentiments of the first Attorney (without knowing them first), that:

 

1)  The posted time-frames from USCIS are what we should refer to when it comes to awaiting decisions and updates on our cases.

2)  It is extremely....EXTREMELY rare that "Expedite" requests are honored (which are usually only granted in cases of EXTREME medical situations).

3)  Take it with a miniscule grain-of-salt when we hear of the dramatic cases of rapid processing.  Furthermore, use your own intuition when it comes to what you hear and read on the Boards.

 

Either both of these Attorneys drank from the same pitcher of Cool-Aid, or they are speaking with factual knowledge of how this all goes.

 

A new week.  New incredible stories will be shared on here.

 

From the USCIS website:

 

I-765's - at the NBC - 5-7 months, with a current PD of: September 25th, 2018.  (Almost EVERY other Service Center is as fast as 1.5 months to 3 months, generally, as a minimum).  Guess if you didn't get anything other than the NBC, then expect 5-7 months.

 

Here's the biggest laugh ever!!!!!!:

 

I-485's through the TSC (where I'll probably wind-up after the I-765 is finally completed):  14-38 months!!  Bwahahahaha!!!  A year to 3 years!!!  Hahahahahaha!! And you got people on here claiming they're getting theirs in a "few" months.  Yeah...ok....  Bwahahaha!!  Only the Nebraska SC is under 11 months...as a minimum.

Are you saying those who get their GC in a few months are lying? 

[Northerndynasty 142]

20 minutes ago, nowayout203 said:

Here's my commentary:

 

#1 is the official answer you're going to get from anyone in an official capacity. Don't expect any other answer. Also note how processing times are calculated (note the description of the "range": https://egov.uscis.gov/processing-times/more-info

#2 is a fair statement; the reasons for expedite are very limited: https://www.uscis.gov/forms/expedite-criteria

 

That being said... you can look at my timeline (on behalf of my wife). I did NOT expedite (I didn't have a valid reason to do so) and my timeline shows the exact dates when each event occurred.

 

For I-485, NBC processing is limited to initial data entry and biometrics. Your petition is then sent to the local office for interview scheduling. You need to look at the processing time for your local field office; the service centers generally process non-family and non-employment based I-485 petitions. If you're interested in what the service centers process (as opposed to the local field offices and NBC): https://www.uscis.gov/i-485-addresses

Ok, fair enough.  I appreciate your further insight.

 

So, the very second I get my hands on my EAD (if, I ever do....), we're relocating to Florida (from Texas).  What do you suppose that will do to my case?  Restart the wait, which at my "local office" for I-485's, the current wait time is apparently "only" 13 months to 25 months....vs....the local Texas office.

 

91 days would be a god-send for me to get my EAD.  Truthfully, the GC can come whenever it does; we just need to get out of Texas and over to Florida ASAP, for all our sanities.  Haha!

 

Again, appreciate your feedback...

[Northerndynasty 142]

1 minute ago, iwir said:

Are you saying those who get their GC in a few months are lying? 

I ain't calling anyone anything.

 

Just stating the facts, Sir, as USCIS states them.

 

I believe EVERYTHING I hear and see on the internet.  It's, the internet, after all....

[Bluewaters 288]

This is a new week and I hope for the best. 113 days in the waiting. 

 

Wishing us all the best. 

[The_Empyrean 733]

8 hours ago, Northerndynasty said:

I ain't calling anyone anything.

 

Just stating the facts, Sir, as USCIS states them.

 

I believe EVERYTHING I hear and see on the internet.  It's, the internet, after all....

You contradict yourself.. One day you say everyone is out of their minds and you can't trust anyone who claims their interview has been scheduled, or EAD/AP approved. Now you're saying you believe everything you see.. Stop trying to justify. It just seems like you're looking for an answer that you want, not what the reality is. 

How VJ estimates the approvals? Takes into consideration ALL recent EAD/AP approval and finds an average time frame that it might take for yours to get approved. 

Chill out and wait it out. Everyone is upset and tired of processing times, but there is nothing we can do about it. There is always a way if you can't wait. Go back to Your home country and refile CR-1, plain and simple.