RFE number 2...

[GlizNov 8]

I just had my online tracking update for another RFE

 

We recently responded to a RFE about my UK divorce paperwork (decree absolute). It was asking for the document to have the signature of the judge or magistrate who initially dissolved the marriage.

 

I double checked with the court who handled my hearing and they said in England, judges never sign the decree absolute so I'm not able to provide what they are asking for. She pointed out the components of the document which make it legal and binding. I also asked for help here too and was told in the past it has helped for USCIS to receive a letter explaining this and highlighting on the document the relevant sections. I did that, returned it a few days ago and then bam... it looks like it's RFE number 2. I'm assuming they still aren't happy with this document.

 

At this point, I'm unsure what to do. I could try get a random judge's signature on a copy of the document but it won't be the judge who dissolved the marriage which is that they asked for in the RFE- would this help?

 

This really sucks and I really need help.

 

Thanks in advance.

[Greenbaum 12,259]

17 minutes ago, GlizNov said:

I just had my online tracking update for another RFE

 

We recently responded to a RFE about my UK divorce paperwork (decree absolute). It was asking for the document to have the signature of the judge or magistrate who initially dissolved the marriage.

 

I double checked with the court who handled my hearing and they said in England, judges never sign the decree absolute so I'm not able to provide what they are asking for. She pointed out the components of the document which make it legal and binding. I also asked for help here too and was told in the past it has helped for USCIS to receive a letter explaining this and highlighting on the document the relevant sections. I did that, returned it a few days ago and then bam... it looks like it's RFE number 2. I'm assuming they still aren't happy with this document.

 

At this point, I'm unsure what to do. I could try get a random judge's signature on a copy of the document but it won't be the judge who dissolved the marriage which is that they asked for in the RFE- would this help?

 

This really sucks and I really need help.

 

Thanks in advance.

Well, none of us can help you until such time as you receive the RFE and expose what it says to us. Then it will be time to explain what you need to do then you are able to move forward. Let's wait and see what the RFE says before start chasing our tails.

[GlizNov 8]

3 minutes ago, Greenbaum said:

Well, none of us can help you until such time as you receive the RFE and expose what it says to us. Then it will be time to explain what you need to do then you are able to move forward. Let's wait and see what the RFE says before start chasing our tails.

Thanks for your reply and I appreciate what you are saying. I am pretty certain this second RFE is connected to this decree absolute so I am seeking advice in advance. Of course when the letter comes through, we will know for sure.

[Wuozopo 4,293]

I would just wait until you know what it is instead of chasing down the wrong rabbit hole.

[GlizNov 8]

The 2nd RFE came through, it is an exact copy of the 1st one.

 

They still ask for a signature of a judge who terminated the marriage. However I finally got through to someone at the court who was super helpful. She arranged for a judge to sign and certify the document.

 

Would this be acceptable to submit?

[Greenbaum 12,259]

2 hours ago, GlizNov said:

The 2nd RFE came through, it is an exact copy of the 1st one.

 

They still ask for a signature of a judge who terminated the marriage. However I finally got through to someone at the court who was super helpful. She arranged for a judge to sign and certify the document.

 

Would this be acceptable to submit?

I would say yes. They are asking for a signature and you have been able to secure a signature. So why wouldn't the judges signature not fulfill the RFE? I think you have already answered your own question. 

[Pmta1 39]

I guess they weren't satisfied with your first explanation and RFE, so they asked again. It's remarkable, I don't think I've ever seen someone lucky enough to get a second RFE for the same issue. Most of the time, they won't give you that luxury and just send you a denial notice. Has anyone else seen a second RFE for the same issue?

But to answer your question, I think you have exactly what they're looking for. Good luck 

[Wuozopo 4,293]

And the weird thing is UK divorce decrees are not signed. Hundreds of us have submitted the one page Decree Absolute with the stamp of the court and not heard a complaint. 

[GlizNov 8]

2 minutes ago, Wuozopo said:

And the weird thing is UK divorce decrees are not signed. Hundreds of us have submitted the one page Decree Absolute with the stamp of the court and not heard a complaint. 

Yes that's why these RFEs threw me off big time. I still haven't technically met their requirement of the judge who terminated the marriage being the one to sign, but hopefully they will be okay with another judge just signing and certifying the document. 

 

I'm grateful for the second chance to sort this though