January 2019 - AOS Filers (merged)

[NewCitizen23 313]

25 minutes ago, Shiran said:

Honestly, considering how much you have riding on the line, and unlike K-1 Adjusters who knew they would have no job for months, you have quite a bit to lose, expediting sooner rather than later might be a very good idea for you. Remember, Memorial day weekend is coming up, and I wouldn't be surprised if USCIS will slow down in General in the summer, with children out of school and people starting to take their summer vacations. 

Oh gosh... I didn't even think about it... Yeah, you are right... Everything gets slow during the summertime...

[Bluewaters 288]

35 minutes ago, Gigi2017 said:

Oh gosh... I didn't even think about it... Yeah, you are right... Everything gets slow during the summertime...

This is not going well. It is going to be a disaster. I hope I get approved before they slow down the processing of applications like a tortoise 

[NewCitizen23 313]

10 minutes ago, Bluewaters said:

This is not going well. It is going to be a disaster. I hope I get approved before they slow down the processing of applications like a tortoise 

I wonder why didn't you get any updates since your RFIE. There are many people in the March thread who had RFIE at the beginning and some of them already got the interview appointment.

Sometimes I think about what if the IO-s or someone from the USCIS read the VJ and this is how they 'punish' us because we are complaining too much...

[Northerndynasty 142]

3 hours ago, Shiran said:

Honestly, considering how much you have riding on the line, and unlike K-1 Adjusters who knew they would have no job for months, you have quite a bit to lose, expediting sooner rather than later might be a very good idea for you. Remember, Memorial day weekend is coming up, and I wouldn't be surprised if USCIS will slow down in General in the summer, with children out of school and people starting to take their summer vacations. 

Great points!

[Bluewaters 288]

6 hours ago, Gigi2017 said:

I wonder why didn't you get any updates since your RFIE. There are many people in the March thread who had RFIE at the beginning and some of them already got the interview appointment.

Sometimes I think about what if the IO-s or someone from the USCIS read the VJ and this is how they 'punish' us because we are complaining too much...

I think we share the same thoughts. I have filed for an inquiry and I have been told to wait until 15 days to 30 days. if I do not receive any response, then I should call back again. so I'm waiting but I plan on calling next week just to inquire about my fingerprints. somehow, I think we those who complain are being punished and the way they are processing the applications is  unfair. 

[Northerndynasty 142]

41 minutes ago, Bluewaters said:

I think we share the same thoughts. I have filed for an inquiry and I have been told to wait until 15 days to 30 days. if I do not receive any response, then I should call back again. so I'm waiting but I plan on calling next week just to inquire about my fingerprints. somehow, I think we those who complain are being punished and the way they are processing the applications is  unfair. 

The entire process is beyond dysfunctional.  It is a complete farce!

[Marion63 22]

On 5/13/2019 at 12:01 PM, Bluewaters said:

Aww..... No matter how long it take we will should get our gc. We are all going through frustration but the best thing is that we got each other to go through this. 

We shall all overcome this frustration. 

I disagree.. It should be the same. I sm also on Esta..but i lived in Canada. i was married nearly 2 yrs ago..i finally filed OAS..and EAD..paid a lawyer.. All legals should be able to be treated equal when it is bonafide marriage.

[Bluewaters 288]

40 minutes ago, Marion63 said:

I disagree.. It should be the same. I sm also on Esta..but i lived in Canada. i was married nearly 2 yrs ago..i finally filed OAS..and EAD..paid a lawyer.. All legals should be able to be treated equal when it is bonafide marriage.

Yeah, I understand. I really don't wanna think about this whole process a lot. Because it makes me more and more angry when I think about it. I paid a lawyer to see to the whole process for me.  But it seems I have to step in to make a call to inquire about why I have not received any update after 84 days of submitting my RFIE response to USCIS. For me I just hope we all get updates. And I feel sad for myself for getting rfie. 

Edited May 20, 2019 by Bluewaters

[Northerndynasty 142]

7 hours ago, Bluewaters said:

Yeah, I understand. I really don't wanna think about this whole process a lot. Because it makes me more and more angry when I think about it. I paid a lawyer to see to the whole process for me.  But it seems I have to step in to make a call to inquire about why I have not received any update after 84 days of submitting my RFIE response to USCIS. For me I just hope we all get updates. And I feel sad for myself for getting rfie. 

Yep yep!

 

I’ll say, what disturbs me the most is the illogical order that some applications are adjudicated in, and the institutional disdain for even those who are LEGALLY (meaning, us here) who are trying to survive during this ridiculous process.

 

Even when I eventually get some answers, I’ll still be extremely frustrated and depleted of what should be a relieving and happy time, because of the amount of anxiety and stress it took to get “there”.

[The_Empyrean 733]

Yeah it ridiculous.. We paid for that.. while Asylum seekers... "here's your gc, heres your EAD, oh and it's on us. Good luck. By the way, actual filers? Screw them, they pay us, have no other choice but wait". 

[The_Empyrean 733]

On 5/18/2019 at 12:31 PM, Northerndynasty said:

My income far exceeds my sponsoring wife.  Well...that is, while I’m still able to work.  🙄

You have the grounds to expedite for sure. Make sure to put it together well and phrase it right

[Northerndynasty 142]

12 minutes ago, The_Empyrean said:

You have the grounds to expedite for sure. Make sure to put it together well and phrase it right

I appreciate your sentiments and support.  I'm hoping those that work in this ridiculous farce see it that way, too.  My intention is to officially file an Expedite Request by June 1st (May 31st, as June 1st is a Saturday), as recommended by the USCIS Customer Service person we spoke to in April recommended.

 

I know I've been a nasty contributor (at times) on here, but now that I've spilled the beans about how much is on-the-line and at risk, I hope it gives us an idea why I've been this way.  I recognize and respect that everyone has a position in this, but now I've shared just how critical timing is for ours.

 

I will definitely advise the group once our Expedite has been filed, and what the results are.  Thanks again!

[The_Empyrean 733]

6 minutes ago, Northerndynasty said:

I appreciate your sentiments and support.  I'm hoping those that work in this ridiculous farce see it that way, too.  My intention is to officially file an Expedite Request by June 1st (May 31st, as June 1st is a Saturday), as recommended by the USCIS Customer Service person we spoke to in April recommended.

 

I know I've been a nasty contributor (at times) on here, but now that I've spilled the beans about how much is on-the-line and at risk, I hope it gives us an idea why I've been this way.  I recognize and respect that everyone has a position in this, but now I've shared just how critical timing is for ours.

 

I will definitely advise the group once our Expedite has been filed, and what the results are.  Thanks again!

Everyone has their days.. I'm sometimes annoying too lol.

Just make sure to make a strong and valid point while expediting, show how much is at stakes, show your spendings and income, and it should go well. I believe in you!

[Northerndynasty 142]

4 minutes ago, The_Empyrean said:

Everyone has their days.. I'm sometimes annoying too lol.

Just make sure to make a strong and valid point while expediting, show how much is at stakes, show your spendings and income, and it should go well. I believe in you!

Will do!    (Trying to keep a happy face in light of the 91 days left..ugh...)

[Bluewaters 288]

It is a new week for us all. 

Day 140 since applications were received by USCIS. 

 

Day 97 since rfie response was received by USCIS. 

 

I hope to get updates. 

I wish us all to get good updates on our cases. 

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