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In the process of renewing my resident card. I've completed the i-751 and the biometrics. I've read that I should be receiving some sort of notice for an extension of stay. I haven't received it yet. How long does it usually take to receive? I also have a passing in my family that just happen, and I was looking to fly out this weekend (Saturday 2/09) but was worried that I might not be-able to re-enter the country. Not sure what to do, and in a confused state of mind. I can't call or even visit a local office, since they are closed for the weekend. Any quick help or answer would be appreciated.

 

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Has your Green Card expired?  If not, you can re-enter the US with it until the day it expires.  Otherwise you will need the extension letter that you should have gotten along with your expired green card............or you could visit a USCIS office to get a stamp extending..........I would not advise leaving the country without some valid re-entry document...........although if you tried to re-enter with only an expired Green card, you would probably be allowed in after a lot of questioning and hassle.......just my opinion.

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In summary, it took 13 months for approval of the CR-1.  It took 44 months for approval of the I-751.  It took 4 months for approval of the N-400.   It took 172 days from N-400 application to Oath Ceremony.   It took 6 weeks for Passport, then 7 additional weeks for return of wife's Naturalization Certificate.. 
 

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It's expired as of Dec. 2018. I haven't received any sort of notice for an extension. I don't know how long it would usually take to get it.

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4 minutes ago, MrCambo87 said:

It's expired as of Dec. 2018. I haven't received any sort of notice for an extension. I don't know how long it would usually take to get it.

When did you file the I-751?

"The US immigration process requires a great deal of knowledge, planning, time, patience, and a significant amount of money.  It is quite a journey!"

- Some old child of the 50's & 60's on his laptop 

 

Senior Master Sergeant, US Air Force- Retired (after 20+ years)- Missile Systems Maintenance & Titan 2 ICBM Launch Crew Duty (200+ Alert tours)

Registered Nurse- Retired- I practiced in the areas of Labor & Delivery, Home Health, Adolescent Psych, & Adult Psych.

IT Professional- Retired- Web Site Design, Hardware Maintenance, Compound Pharmacy Software Trainer, On-site go live support, Database Manager, App Designer.

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In summary, it took 13 months for approval of the CR-1.  It took 44 months for approval of the I-751.  It took 4 months for approval of the N-400.   It took 172 days from N-400 application to Oath Ceremony.   It took 6 weeks for Passport, then 7 additional weeks for return of wife's Naturalization Certificate.. 
 

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4 minutes ago, MrCambo87 said:

It's expired as of Dec. 2018. I haven't received any sort of notice for an extension. I don't know how long it would usually take to get it.

Do not travel since you don't have extension letter. Better delay the flight and wall-in to USCIS office and explain the situation with them on Monday and ask for them stamp.

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Just now, H&T said:

Do not travel since you don't have extension letter. Better delay the flight and wall-in to USCIS office and explain the situation with them on Monday and ask for them stamp.

Agree.......

"The US immigration process requires a great deal of knowledge, planning, time, patience, and a significant amount of money.  It is quite a journey!"

- Some old child of the 50's & 60's on his laptop 

 

Senior Master Sergeant, US Air Force- Retired (after 20+ years)- Missile Systems Maintenance & Titan 2 ICBM Launch Crew Duty (200+ Alert tours)

Registered Nurse- Retired- I practiced in the areas of Labor & Delivery, Home Health, Adolescent Psych, & Adult Psych.

IT Professional- Retired- Web Site Design, Hardware Maintenance, Compound Pharmacy Software Trainer, On-site go live support, Database Manager, App Designer.

______________________________________

In summary, it took 13 months for approval of the CR-1.  It took 44 months for approval of the I-751.  It took 4 months for approval of the N-400.   It took 172 days from N-400 application to Oath Ceremony.   It took 6 weeks for Passport, then 7 additional weeks for return of wife's Naturalization Certificate.. 
 

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53 minutes ago, MrCambo87 said:

I filed the 3rd week November 2018

If you filed back in November then you should have gotten a response by now.

 

I agree with others that it is best NOT to travel out of the US until you figure out what is going on with your case. 

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6 hours ago, MrCambo87 said:

In the process of renewing my resident card. I've completed the i-751 and the biometrics. I've read that I should be receiving some sort of notice for an extension of stay. I haven't received it yet. How long does it usually take to receive? I also have a passing in my family that just happen, and I was looking to fly out this weekend (Saturday 2/09) but was worried that I might not be-able to re-enter the country. Not sure what to do, and in a confused state of mind. I can't call or even visit a local office, since they are closed for the weekend. Any quick help or answer would be appreciated.

 

Thanks

Firstly sorry about your loss.

I agree with others that you should not travel until you have valid proof of your LPR status. Without valid travel documents, you will not be allowed to board your flight back to US, let alone allowed entry into US by CBP.

Since your 2yr GC has expired, in order to re-enter US you would need either:

- 2yr expired GC + Extension notice   OR

- I-551 stamp on your passport

 

I think the best option in your current situation would be to get an I-551 stamp from your local field office. Good luck!

N-400 timeline:

Spoiler

5/9/2022: N-400 Received by USCIS

5/9/2022: Biometric Reuse Notice

7/5/2022: Received Interview Scheduled Notice

8/12/2022: Interview @ Cincinnati Field Office, Approved same-day

9/9/2022: Completed Oath Ceremony

 

ROC timeline:

Spoiler

01/06/2019: 90-day ROC filing window open

01/07/2019: Sent I-751 petition to USCIS Dallas Lockbox via USPS 2-day Priority Mail

01/09/2019: ROC package delivered by USPS to PO Box

01/14/2019: Received USCIS text message with receipt number starting with LIN-xxxxxxx

01/15/2019: Check cashed, Added receipt# to USCIS account (myaccount.uscis.dhs.gov), Current Status: "We received your case, You do not need to do anything at this time"

02/14/2019: Submitted e-request for non-delivery of receipt notice

02/28/2019: Received e-request response. Receipt notice was never initially sent and we should receive it in 10-14 business days

03/04/2019: Received original NOA1 letter with 18 month extension

08/09/2019: Received biometrics appointment letter, scheduled for Aug 19

08/14/2019: Completed early walk-in biometrics appointment on Aug 13, Status changed on myUSCIS site to "Fingerprint Review Was Completed"

01/02/2020: Case status updated to "New Card Is Being Produced"

01/03/2020: Case status updated to "Case Was Approved"

01/06/2020: Received I-751 Approval Notice in the mail 

01/09/2020: Received 10yr Green Card in the mail

 

I-751 ROC Package Contents, Assembly & Photos:

https://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/693181-i-751-january-2019-filers/?do=findComment&comment=9522611

https://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/693181-i-751-january-2019-filers/?do=findComment&comment=9522687

 

AOS timeline:

Spoiler

12/21/2015: I-485 Received by USCIS

12/24/2015: I-485 NOA date

02/26/2016: Biometrics Appointment

04/04/2017: Interview @ Louisville Field Office

04/06/2017: I-485 Approved

04/12/2017: GC Received

 

 

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