VAWA, Part 17

[Villanelle 4,122]

9 minutes ago, Stillwinning!!!😊 said:

@Villanelle please🙏 can you input on this..it's important we tick the right option. That's my major concern..although I'm of the opinion it's 1c💁 thank you in anticipation.

1d is the correct box to check... 1c is for widowers. Form 360 is also used by widows of USCs (they would check 1c) and it can also be used by religious workers or those categorized as special immigrants as the underlying petition to adjust status. 

[Stillwinning!!!😊 4,570]

3 minutes ago, Villanelle said:

1d is the correct box to check... 1c is for widowers. Form 360 is also used by widows of USCs (they would check 1c) and it can also be used by religious workers or those categorized as special immigrants as the underlying petition to adjust status. 

Thank you so much. 😀 Guys y'all correct! @Shroy123 @nap_o now I'm about to correct my form as I had ticked 1c! God bless this community. Thank you again Villanelle. You rock!👍

[nap_o 169]

6 minutes ago, Stillwinning!!!😊 said:

Thank you so much. 😀 Guys y'all correct! @Shroy123 @nap_o now I'm about to correct my form as I had ticked 1c! God bless this community. Thank you again Villanelle. You rock!👍

Thanks, you definitely know who to ask!

I agree this community is such valuable help. For instance: Before joining here I had no idea I could renew for c09 ead if I had a pending AOS app pending through US citizen spouse & of course the attorney who filed for me did not know that 😅

 

Thanks again 👌

Edited January 30, 2020 by nap_o

[Stillwinning!!!😊 4,570]

1 minute ago, nap_o said:

Thanks, you definitely know who to ask!

I agree this community is such valuable help. For instance: Before joining here I had no idea I could apply for c09 ead if I had a pending AOS app pending through US citizen spouse 

 

Thanks again 👌

Lol @ you know who to ask!😀😀 yes this community is everything! I'm happy I'll be submitting correctly. A little error is NEVER gon do me in..not after all the time I've endured! 😝 Villanelle is bae!❤ Godbless her!🙏

[iamrpeu 2]

1 hour ago, Stillwinning!!!😊 said:

Don't forget that other category of DV victims use I360 as well..ours is just.VAWA!💁

It would be very useful if Sandra or someone else can clarify this concern, since I would like to know if the category (section) to which I applied in all forms (I-360, I-485) is exempt from being inadmissible Under the new Public Charge Law:

 

1. In Form I-864w I selected selected the option (1.c.).

 

2. My Form I-797C (I-360) says:
    Case Type: I-360 Petition For Amerasian, Widower, or Special Immigrant.
    Section: Self-Petitioning Spouse of Abusive U.S.C or LPR.

 

3. My Prima Facie Determination says:
    Petition: I-360 Petition For Amerasian, Widower, or Special Immigrant.

 

4. My Form I-797C (I-485) says:
    Case Type: I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status
    Section: VAWA Self-Petitioner

 

Thank you!!!

Edited January 30, 2020 by iamrpeu

[Iceman1 106]

55 minutes ago, Stillwinning!!!😊 said:

Is it your DL or EAD that's expiring next month sir? You are supposed to renew at least 180days prior to expiration. The EAD that is. It doesn't hurt to attach all. It's all I.D. Also a couple of passport style photographs.👍

My DL is expiring. My EAD is expiring in June. 

 

Also what do I put for my current immigration status? Vawa was approved couple of weeks ago but I'm also in proceedings too. 

[Stillwinning!!!😊 4,570]

3 minutes ago, iamrpeu said:

It would be very useful if Sandra or someone else can clarify this concern, since I would like to know if the category (section) to which I applied in all forms (I-360, I-485) is exempt from being inadmissible Under the new Public Charge Law:

 

1. In Form I-864w I selected selected the option (1.c.).

 

2. My Form I-797C (I-360) says:
    Case Type: I-360 Petition For Amerasian, Widower, or Special Immigrant.
    Section: Self-Petitioning Spouse of Abusive U.S.C or LPR.

 

3. My Prima Facie Determination says:
    Petition: I-360 Petition For Amerasian, Widower, or Special Immigrant.

 

4. My Form I-797C (I-485) says:
    Case Type: I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status
    Section: VAWA Self-Petitioner

 

Thank you!!!

I know dear..it was the same description that influenced my choice of 1c as well...waiting for more inputs but for now I'm holding on to what Villanelle said as she's quite knowledgeable!👍 I'm concerned about ticking only the appropriate category!💁

[Iceman1 106]

57 minutes ago, Shroy123 said:

Just your old ead, 2 pics, i94, form i765.. i would add passport only

Ty 😇

[Stillwinning!!!😊 4,570]

1 minute ago, Iceman1 said:

My DL is expiring. My EAD is expiring in June. 

 

Also what do I put for my current immigration status? Vawa was approved couple of weeks ago but I'm also in proceedings too. 

What are the options..this was addressed very recently.

[Iceman1 106]

59 minutes ago, Stillwinning!!!😊 said:

Is it your DL or EAD that's expiring next month sir? You are supposed to renew at least 180days prior to expiration. The EAD that is. It doesn't hurt to attach all. It's all I.D. Also a couple of passport style photographs.👍

👆

[iamrpeu 2]

38 minutes ago, Villanelle said:

1d is the correct box to check... 1c is for widowers. Form 360 is also used by widows of USCs (they would check 1c) and it can also be used by religious workers or those categorized as special immigrants as the underlying petition to adjust status. 

Now I am worried because I do not know if the category under which I select my Forms (I-360, I-485, I-864W) is exempt from being considered a public charge. hopefully someone helps me clarify this:

 

1. In Form I-864w I selected selected the option (1.c.).

 

2. My Form I-797C (I-360) says:
    Case Type: I-360 Petition For Amerasian, Widower, or Special Immigrant.
    Section: Self-Petitioning Spouse of Abusive U.S.C or LPR.

 

3. My Prima Facie Determination says:
    Petition: I-360 Petition For Amerasian, Widower, or Special Immigrant.

 

4. My Form I-797C (I-485) says:
    Case Type: I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status
    Section: VAWA Self-Petitioner

 

Thank you!!!

[Firat(Tur) 11]

hi guys,

I have unpaid hospital bills. This is gonna be a problem for uscis under wawa and aos? are they seeing that I have bills from hospital? Please asap answer guys!!!!!!

[Villanelle 4,122]

4 minutes ago, iamrpeu said:

It would be very useful if Sandra or someone else can clarify this concern, since I would like to know if the category (section) to which I applied in all forms (I-360, I-485) is exempt from being inadmissible Under the new Public Charge Law:

 

1. In Form I-864w I selected selected the option (1.c.).

 

2. My Form I-797C (I-360) says:
    Case Type: I-360 Petition For Amerasian, Widower, or Special Immigrant.
    Section: Self-Petitioning Spouse of Abusive U.S.C or LPR.

 

3. My Prima Facie Determination says:
    Petition: I-360 Petition For Amerasian, Widower, or Special Immigrant.

 

4. My Form I-797C (I-485) says:
    Case Type: I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status
    Section: VAWA Self-Petitioner

 

Thank you!!!

The new public charge stuff DOES NOT apply to VAWA petitioners. 

 

VAWA petitioners do not submit an 864. They fill out the 864W which is "Request for Exemption for Intending Immigrant's Affidavit of Support".  On that form the correct reason under part 2 is 1d- I am filing for visa or adjustment as a battered spouse using form 360. Choice 1c specifically states you are using form 360 as a self petitioning WIDOWER where 1d is for battered spouse using form 360. 

 

Many forms are used for several different processes. So there are different choices on the form for different situations. Not only VAWA petitioners use the 864W and i360 but others use it as well. 

 

Form 360 is technically named i360- Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er) or special immigrant. As explained the 360 form is used by VAWA self petitioners but its also used by religious workers and special immigrants as well as widows of USCs as an underlying petition to adjust status. 

 

Everything you listed as your categories is correct. Your 797c for the 360 is under self petitioning spouse of abusive USC or LPR.  Your prima facie is for a form 360. Your 485 797c shows your 485 is based on vawa self petitioner (360). When they process your 485 based on 360 you do not need the 864 but instead need to provide the 864w. The 864W is a form exempting you from the affidavit of support. So again, there is no public charge determination as you are exempt from the 864. 

 

[Villanelle 4,122]

1 minute ago, Firat(Tur) said:

hi guys,

I have unpaid hospital bills. This is gonna be a problem for uscis under wawa and aos? are they seeing that I have bills from hospital? Please asap answer guys!!!!!!

Thats not an issue with USCIS but you do need to handle it. Most hospitals have what they call "charity care" programs where they can reduce or eliminate bills based on your financial situation. They are also often able to help you get medicaid (backdated to cover the bills) or as a last resort set you up with a payment plan. The best thing you can do is reach out to the billing dept at the hospital and explain you need help. It can be hard and stressful to deal with them but overall its better to deal with it asap then to ignore it. 

[iamrpeu 2]

12 minutes ago, Villanelle said:

The new public charge stuff DOES NOT apply to VAWA petitioners. 

 

VAWA petitioners do not submit an 864. They fill out the 864W which is "Request for Exemption for Intending Immigrant's Affidavit of Support".  On that form the correct reason under part 2 is 1d- I am filing for visa or adjustment as a battered spouse using form 360. Choice 1c specifically states you are using form 360 as a self petitioning WIDOWER where 1d is for battered spouse using form 360. 

 

Many forms are used for several different processes. So there are different choices on the form for different situations. Not only VAWA petitioners use the 864W and i360 but others use it as well. 

 

Form 360 is technically named i360- Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er) or special immigrant. As explained the 360 form is used by VAWA self petitioners but its also used by religious workers and special immigrants as well as widows of USCs as an underlying petition to adjust status. 

 

Everything you listed as your categories is correct. Your 797c for the 360 is under self petitioning spouse of abusive USC or LPR.  Your prima facie is for a form 360. Your 485 797c shows your 485 is based on vawa self petitioner (360). When they process your 485 based on 360 you do not need the 864 but instead need to provide the 864w. The 864W is a form exempting you from the affidavit of support. So again, there is no public charge determination as you are exempt from the 864. 

 

Thank you Villanelle for your response, but could you please tell me what would be the consequence of having completed Form I-864W incorrectly? since I selected the option (1.c.):

 

"I am applying for an immigrant visa or adjustment of status as a self-applying widower using Form I-360, Petition for Amerasian, Widow (er), or Special Immigrant.

 

Thank you!!

Edited January 30, 2020 by iamrpeu