Jump to content
Sarge2155

February 2020 AOS Filers

By Sarge2155 in Adjustment of Status Case Filing and Progress Reports

 Share

4,064 posts in this topic

Recommended Posts

David_Norway Explorer

David_Norway   135

Posted
Filed: AOS (pnd) Country: Norway
 Timeline
Posted
55 minutes ago, Dis_Guy said:

Wow! Sorry to hear about the rejection. Kinda was in this situation initially too. Still a bit fearful of the outcome of my submission after hearing this....

 

We initially submitted our I-845, I-765 & I-131 on the evening of February 22 (Saturday) via UPS as USPS had closed. We made it clear to the UPS attendant that we wanted it shipped ASAP and he said ok and processed our parcel. He gave us a receipt which reflected the Feb 22 date. I was a bit doubtful about this and asked to see the shipping date on the parcel. Lo and behold, it showed Feb 24 as the shipping date. I stressed how important it was for the shipping date on the parcel to read Feb 22 but he said that was something he could NOT change. So reluctantly, we left with my partner assuring me that the receipt we got clearly said 22nd.

 

We got home and my partner noticed I was still worried about the shipping date and we talked about what options we had available to us. We then saw that we could create our own shipping label on the Fedex site with a Feb 22 shipping date and what more, we found a Fedex store that would be open the next day -Sunday.

We immediately decided we were going to cancel the UPS shipment and use the Fedex service which we immediately paid for online and created a label for Feb 22. Unfortunately, we called the store and they were closed as it was already past 9pm at this time and they did not open on Sundays. We tracked the parcel and it had already been shipped to the regional hub. Long story short, we were unable to have UPS stop delivery of the package when we called their customer care line.

 

We decided to go ahead to printout and refill the forms and send another application via FedEx with the shipping label we created. We spent the whole of Sunday morning and afternoon at STAPLES printing out forms and organising our application all over again ( we saw one other person doing theirs as well 🙂 ). When we were done with the forms, we printed out the label and headed to the Fedex Store we had identified the previous day. We made sure to ask a lot of questions and get assurances that the label we created and printed out would be used and unaltered. The label clearly read the shipping date as Feb. 22. They however told us that the actual shipping date would be Feb. 24. We had done all we could at this point. We crossed our fingers and headed back home.

 

We spent the next two days calling UPS and going to their store (where we initially submitted) to make sure the parcel was intercepted and returned to us. We finally got a call from the the store that the package had been returned and to come pick it up the following Saturday. 

 

Our application arrived at the lockbox on Feb 26.

 

To be honest, I have been a bit apprehensive about getting a rejection and seeing your post just upped it up a notch.  

Wow!! Incredible effort! I was also begging the FedEx employee to change the shipping date, but she also said it couldn't be done. When I confirmed that the tracking information said "in FedEx possession", I was ok with it, but still worried.

Your strategy makes sense, and hopefully it works! They should still check the tracking information though because following your strategy, someone could generate the shipping label on the 23rd, but not deliver it to the FedEx location before the 24th. Everything would look the same and the shipping date would be the 23rd (or the 22nd in your case), but in that case, USCIS would be correct in rejecting it. In your case, they should accept it regardless, and you just made it harder for them to make a mistake!

Best of luck to you! Let us know how it goes - fingers crossed!

 

Concurrent I-485/I-130/I-765/I-131 Filing (married to USC spouse):

2/23/2020: Sent in application via FedEx (following rules before new Public Charge rule) 

2/25/2020: Arrived in Chicago, IL
3/13/2020: Packaged received in return and rejected due to "outdated forms"
3/24/2020: Refiled application with new forms including I-944
3/25/2020: Arrived in Chicago, IL (received by Harper)

4/13/2020: Received 4 late-night texts with case numbers
4/14/2020: Application fee withdrawn from my bank account

4/17/2020: Received hard copies of Receipt NOAs (I-797Cs)
4/17/2020: Requested EAD expedite
4/20/2020: EAD expedite request denied: Case in "in suspense or on hold until we receive your biometrics" +  did not provide evidence of "extreme emergent need"
8/1/2020: Received biometrics appointment notice (for I-485 and I-765)
8/11/2020: Biometrics appointment at the ASC in Sacramento, CA

8/12/2020: Online case status for I-485 and I-765 updated to "fingerprints related to ... have been applied to your case"

8/17/2020: Online case status for I-131 updated to "fingerprints related to ... have been applied to your case"

8/18/2020: Online case status for I-485 updated to "we are ready to schedule your ... for an interview"

9/4/2020: Online case status for I-765 updated to "New card is being produced"

9/8/2020: Online case status for I-765 updated to "Case was approved"

9/8/2020: Online case status for I-131 updated to "Case was approved"
9/10/2020: Online case status for I-765 updated to "Card was mailed to me"

9/12/2020: Received I-797 Notice of Action (approval notice) for I-765 and I-131
9/14/2020: Received my combo EAD card (work authorization and advanced parole)
8/13/2021: Filed renewal application for both I-131 and I-765
11/9/2021: Filed expedite request for both I-131 due to sick father in Norway
12/15/2021: Received email from USCIS for supportive documents (after multiple calls)
12/17/2021: Sent in supportive documents (letter from doctor, hospital appointment notices ++)
12/22/2021: Status changed to "card being produced" (letter on MyUSCIS.com confirms this will be a combo card)

Link to comment
Share on other sites
  • Replies 4.1k
  • Created
  • Last Reply

Top Posters In This Topic

Popular Days

Top Posters In This Topic

Popular Days

Popular Posts

Game_blouses04
Game_blouses04

Hello all. We recieved our combo card in the mail today. Did our Biometrics on the 11th, in Norfolk VA. Case updated to New card being produced on the 24th, " Case was approved" on the 25th" and Card

andyazcu
andyazcu

Combo card in hand today!!! 🥳🥳🥳 Love Saturday mail surprises lol

Posted Images

David_Norway Explorer

David_Norway   135

Posted
Filed: AOS (pnd) Country: Norway
 Timeline
Posted
15 minutes ago, SuperRoxy said:

Hi. We filed the same day , and got received by the USCIS feb25 morning. But we haven’t heard anything yet from them. Did you check what version you used. ? And may I know what date it was ? The date from the left lower page.  

I used version I-485 07/15/19. Is that what you used as well? Pretty sure that was the correct version to use as I triple checked it before sending it in.

Hope you are more lucky, and please let me know how it goes.

Concurrent I-485/I-130/I-765/I-131 Filing (married to USC spouse):

2/23/2020: Sent in application via FedEx (following rules before new Public Charge rule) 

2/25/2020: Arrived in Chicago, IL
3/13/2020: Packaged received in return and rejected due to "outdated forms"
3/24/2020: Refiled application with new forms including I-944
3/25/2020: Arrived in Chicago, IL (received by Harper)

4/13/2020: Received 4 late-night texts with case numbers
4/14/2020: Application fee withdrawn from my bank account

4/17/2020: Received hard copies of Receipt NOAs (I-797Cs)
4/17/2020: Requested EAD expedite
4/20/2020: EAD expedite request denied: Case in "in suspense or on hold until we receive your biometrics" +  did not provide evidence of "extreme emergent need"
8/1/2020: Received biometrics appointment notice (for I-485 and I-765)
8/11/2020: Biometrics appointment at the ASC in Sacramento, CA

8/12/2020: Online case status for I-485 and I-765 updated to "fingerprints related to ... have been applied to your case"

8/17/2020: Online case status for I-131 updated to "fingerprints related to ... have been applied to your case"

8/18/2020: Online case status for I-485 updated to "we are ready to schedule your ... for an interview"

9/4/2020: Online case status for I-765 updated to "New card is being produced"

9/8/2020: Online case status for I-765 updated to "Case was approved"

9/8/2020: Online case status for I-131 updated to "Case was approved"
9/10/2020: Online case status for I-765 updated to "Card was mailed to me"

9/12/2020: Received I-797 Notice of Action (approval notice) for I-765 and I-131
9/14/2020: Received my combo EAD card (work authorization and advanced parole)
8/13/2021: Filed renewal application for both I-131 and I-765
11/9/2021: Filed expedite request for both I-131 due to sick father in Norway
12/15/2021: Received email from USCIS for supportive documents (after multiple calls)
12/17/2021: Sent in supportive documents (letter from doctor, hospital appointment notices ++)
12/22/2021: Status changed to "card being produced" (letter on MyUSCIS.com confirms this will be a combo card)

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Ella84 Contributor

Ella84   50

Posted
Filed: AOS (pnd) Country: Netherlands
 Timeline
Posted
10 minutes ago, David_Norway said:

I used version I-485 07/15/19. Is that what you used as well? Pretty sure that was the correct version to use as I triple checked it before sending it in.

Hope you are more lucky, and please let me know how it goes.

Me here in the same boat fedex on the 23rd. After reading this I'm nail biting even more. 

Went straight to the fedex site and if I track it AGAIN states in possession of fedex on the 23rd.

 

No amazing text messages yet.

 

Link to comment
Share on other sites
SuperRoxy Apprentice

SuperRoxy   1

Posted
Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Philippines
 Timeline
Posted
10 minutes ago, Ella84 said:

Me here in the same boat fedex on the 23rd. After reading this I'm nail biting even more. 

Went straight to the fedex site and if I track it AGAIN states in possession of fedex on the 23rd.

 

No amazing text messages yet.

 

Did you double check of there’s a stamp in the packet that say 23rd? Cos i didn’t see mine. I just asked him if its gonna be postmarked that day that i dropped it

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Ella84 Contributor

Ella84   50

Posted
Filed: AOS (pnd) Country: Netherlands
 Timeline
Posted
1 minute ago, SuperRoxy said:

Did you double check of there’s a stamp in the packet that say 23rd? Cos i didn’t see mine. I just asked him if its gonna be postmarked that day that i dropped it

No I'm kinda bummed I didn't check that.

I have the receipt. 

I want that far of googling fedex labels see of the print ship date or print date....

 

I spoke to fedex multiple times and the kept saying you do it off at the 23rd it will say the 23rd.

 

Kinda wanna call fedex know to see how that works 

I know kinda getting insane here but hey there is a lot at stake 

Link to comment
Share on other sites
SuperRoxy Apprentice

SuperRoxy   1

Posted
Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Philippines
 Timeline
Posted
1 minute ago, Ella84 said:

No I'm kinda bummed I didn't check that.

I have the receipt. 

I want that far of googling fedex labels see of the print ship date or print date....

 

I spoke to fedex multiple times and the kept saying you do it off at the 23rd it will say the 23rd.

 

Kinda wanna call fedex know to see how that works 

I know kinda getting insane here but hey there is a lot at stake 

Girl did the same thing!!! I tried googling too cause I’m getting paranoid.  And didn’t see what I wanted to see.  I don’t know any more!!!! 

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Ella84 Contributor

Ella84   50

Posted
Filed: AOS (pnd) Country: Netherlands
 Timeline
Posted
15 minutes ago, SuperRoxy said:

Girl did the same thing!!! I tried googling too cause I’m getting paranoid.  And didn’t see what I wanted to see.  I don’t know any more!!!! 

Paranoid...I'm on top. Paranoid first class 

Just called fedex they said they don't print dates on their labels. 

You can only see it when you actually track it. 

 

 

Link to comment
Share on other sites
SuperRoxy Apprentice

SuperRoxy   1

Posted
Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Philippines
 Timeline
Posted (edited)
2 minutes ago, Ella84 said:

Paranoid...I'm on top. Paranoid first class 

Just called fedex they said they don't print dates on their labels. 

You can only see it when you actually track it. 

 

 

Oh no!!!! Then we’re doomed!!! Should I start expecting that they wil return package ko? Sad!

Edited by SuperRoxy
Link to comment
Share on other sites
Ella84 Contributor

Ella84   50

Posted
Filed: AOS (pnd) Country: Netherlands
 Timeline
Posted
9 minutes ago, SuperRoxy said:

Oh no!!!! Then we’re doomed!!! Should I start expecting that they wil return package ko? Sad!

Yeah I'm kinda setting myself up for getting an email from usps informed delivery with rejection package smh

 

Link to comment
Share on other sites
SuperRoxy Apprentice

SuperRoxy   1

Posted
Filed: K-1 Visa Country: Philippines
 Timeline
Posted
10 minutes ago, SuperRoxy said:

Oh no!!!! Then we’re doomed!!! Should I start expecting that they wil return package ko? Sad!

We still have 2 weeks until its’s a month!   

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Ella84 Contributor

Ella84   50

Posted
Filed: AOS (pnd) Country: Netherlands
 Timeline
Posted
2 minutes ago, SuperRoxy said:

We still have 2 weeks until its’s a month!   

Yup

 

Fingers crossed

Hope for the best

But still staying realistic preparing for a return 

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Dis_Guy Contributor

Dis_Guy   25

Posted
Timeline
Posted (edited)
22 minutes ago, Ella84 said:

Paranoid...I'm on top. Paranoid first class 

Just called fedex they said they don't print dates on their labels. 

You can only see it when you actually track it. 

 

 

Emmm... That can’t be true. Attached is the label that shipped with our submission.... 

7E106C76-EB65-4C22-98A6-FCDCE1710756.jpeg

Edited by Dis_Guy

K1:

Spoiler

06/21/2019 - Sent I-129F package to USCIS(California Service Center)
07/23/2019 - Received NOA1
NOA2             - Never received NOA2
11/12/2019 - Case left NVC
11/19/2019 - Case received by Consulate
01/16/2020 - Interview (APPROVED!)
01/24/2020 - Visa received
02/07/2020 - Entry into the USA (Boston-Logan POE)
02/18/2020 - Wedding

 

EAD & AP

Spoiler

02/26/2020 - USCIS: We received your Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization.
02/26/2020 - USCIS: We received your Form I-131, Application for Travel Document.
08/14/2020 - USCIS: The fingerprints relating to your Form I-765 Application for Employment Authorization, were taken.
09/01/2020 - USCIS: We ordered your new card
09/02/2020 - USCIS: We approved your Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization.
09/02/2020 - USCIS: We approved your Form I-131, Application for Travel Document.
09/09/2020 - USCIS: We mailed your new card your Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, directly to the address you gave us.
09/09/2020 - Card Was Delivered To Me By The Post Office

 

AOS:

Spoiler

02/22/2020 - Filed AOS, EAD and AP at Chicago National Office. Had a bit of drama beating the deadline of 02/24 (https://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/730651-february-2020-aos-filers/?do=findComment&comment=10074583)
02/26/2020 - USCIS: We received your Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status.
03/02/2020 - Received NOA for AOS, EAD & AP
03/19/2020 - USCIS: We accepted the fingerprint fee for your Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status. Our National Benefits Center location is working on your case.
05/28/2020 - USCIS: We sent a request for initial evidence for your Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status
06/23/2020 - USCIS: We received your response for Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status.
08/14/2020 - USCIS: The fingerprints relating to your Form I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, were taken.
08/21/2020 - USCIS: We are ready to schedule your Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, for an interview.
09/02/2020 - EAD and AP approved!
10/20/2020 - USCIS: We scheduled an interview for your Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status.
11/19/2020 - USCIS: We ordered your new card.
11/20/2020 - USCIS: We approved your Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status.
11/23/2020 - Card Was Mailed To Me
 

 

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Ella84 Contributor

Ella84   50

Posted
Filed: AOS (pnd) Country: Netherlands
 Timeline
Posted
5 minutes ago, Dis_Guy said:

Emmm... That can’t be true. Attached is the label that shipped with our submission.... 

7E106C76-EB65-4C22-98A6-FCDCE1710756.jpeg

Omg I can't with fedex no more.

I'm giving up.

This is making me wanna have a large glass of wine. And forget about it for 30 minutes before I drive myself crazy

 

 

Link to comment
Share on other sites
soco Explorer

soco   99

Posted
Filed: Lift. Cond. (pnd) Country: Romania
 Timeline
Posted

We sent Feb 28th but without the I944, didn't see about that new form anywhere before sending it. Should I be looking for a flat out rejection or an rfe?

Removal of Conditions:

Nebraska Service Center

File Date - January 17, 2023

Package Delivered - January 19, 2023

NOA Date - January 24, 2023

NOA Received - January 27, 2023

Biometrics Waived- January 31, 2023

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Sarge2155 Mentor

Sarge2155   4,587

Posted
Filed: Citizen (apr) Country: Philippines
 Timeline
  • Author
Posted
19 minutes ago, soco said:

We sent Feb 28th but without the I944, didn't see about that new form anywhere before sending it. Should I be looking for a flat out rejection or an rfe?

Hard to tell but seeing that USCIS gives no mercy I would lean towards a rejection.


4 years, 11 months, 2 weeks and 3 days

Citizenship Complete!

USCIS is like a box of chocolates, you never know what kind of answer you are going to get!!!!

 

 

                                    

 

 

 

 


                                                             

 

 

 

 

 

Link to comment
Share on other sites
 
Didn't find the answer you were looking for? Ask our VJ Immigration Lawyers.
Guest
This topic is now closed to further replies.
 Share
Go to topic listing
- Back to Top -

Important Disclaimer: Please read carefully the Visajourney.com Terms of Service. If you do not agree to the Terms of Service you should not access or view any page (including this page) on VisaJourney.com. Answers and comments provided on Visajourney.com Forums are general information, and are not intended to substitute for informed professional medical, psychiatric, psychological, tax, legal, investment, accounting, or other professional advice. Visajourney.com does not endorse, and expressly disclaims liability for any product, manufacturer, distributor, service or service provider mentioned or any opinion expressed in answers or comments. VisaJourney.com does not condone immigration fraud in any way, shape or manner. VisaJourney.com recommends that if any member or user knows directly of someone involved in fraudulent or illegal activity, that they report such activity directly to the Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement. You can contact ICE via email at Immigration.Reply@dhs.gov or you can telephone ICE at 1-866-347-2423. All reported threads/posts containing reference to immigration fraud or illegal activities will be removed from this board. If you feel that you have found inappropriate content, please let us know by contacting us here with a url link to that content. Thank you.
“;}
×
×
  • Create New...