June 2020 I-751 filers

[kendraf 124]

Just now, doggieandsam said:

i had wondered the same thing. specifically if it's happening more when sending to the PO Box (through USPS) vs the actual address (though FedEx / UPS / DHL). the other is there is a difference between sending to Phoenix vs Texas. @kendraf and @ALittleBritish - how and where did you send in your packages?

 

The other thing I think is, with the pandemic still going on, there might be some steps in the process with no manpower available. For example, some service centers might be in an area which is harder hit by the virus and therefore have a lesser workforce than other centers which are not as affected. 

Oh yes that's a good point. We sent UPS to the AZ address per the info we found. 

 

Curious about @ALittleBritish now...you sent same place but did you send mail or UPS?

[kendraf 124]

19 minutes ago, ALittleBritish said:

I'm sorry @kendraf that's super frustrating! Fingers crossed they send you your letter very soon! We haven't received the NOA yet but I will keep you updated when they do. So weird how inconsistent it is, I wonder if some people are working on cases faster than others?

<3<3 I am sure it's something to do with which pile you end up in. I won't complain too much tho..my 1-130 was processed quicker than some and I am with my hubby and that's all that matters right now. 

[peachouille 200]

1 hour ago, ALittleBritish said:

Hi All, 

 

Just sharing my info: 

 

June 1st - sent in I-751 package 

June 5th - Received by Phoenix lockbox 

June 10th - received text message & cheque cashed - Case number starting MSC (national benefits center)

June 16th - Received update that fingerprints have been reviewed and they are moving onto the next step. 

 

Hoping the process goes quickly and smoothly for us all! 

Pleasantly surprised that they applied fingerprints for CR-1!

[kpmartini 24]

Just an update for anyone who’s interested- I just got off the phone with a USCIS live agent and they confirmed that if the case is updated with fingerprints being applied, the biometrics appointment will be waived.

[ALittleBritish 91]

1 hour ago, doggieandsam said:

i had wondered the same thing. specifically if it's happening more when sending to the PO Box (through USPS) vs the actual address (though FedEx / UPS / DHL). the other is there is a difference between sending to Phoenix vs Texas. @kendraf and @ALittleBritish - how and where did you send in your packages?

 

The other thing I think is, with the pandemic still going on, there might be some steps in the process with no manpower available. For example, some service centers might be in an area which is harder hit by the virus and therefore have a lesser workforce than other centers which are not as affected. 

@doggieandsam @kendraf we sent ours to the Phoenix lockbox via USPS. I did registered mail so I could track it and see when it got there. 

1 hour ago, peachouille said:

Pleasantly surprised that they applied fingerprints for CR-1!

Me too! Makes for one less appointment  

[ALittleBritish 91]

1 hour ago, kendraf said:

<3<3 I am sure it's something to do with which pile you end up in. I won't complain too much tho..my 1-130 was processed quicker than some and I am with my hubby and that's all that matters right now. 

Very true! At least this time we don't have to be apart from our husbands  

[doggieandsam 765]

26 minutes ago, ALittleBritish said:

@doggieandsam we sent ours to the Phoenix lockbox via USPS. I did registered mail so I could track it and see when it got there. 

 

thanks for sharing!

[ALittleBritish 91]

34 minutes ago, doggieandsam said:

thanks for sharing!

Happy to! I'm glad we have a place we can come and compare notes!

[doggieandsam 765]

reading posts from folks who have not received their NOAs is giving me anxiety.

[sebastianshaw 97]

Just now, doggieandsam said:

reading posts from folks who have not received their NOAs is giving me anxiety.

now now...remember my double edged sword comment ? don't work yourself up, reading too many cases will freak you out. Relax. Generally people get money debited and e-notifications in the next 2 weeks from arrival at lockbox. 

[cazzz84 44]

Just a quick question:

I checked my account and my check was cashed today but no text message yet with receipt number. Can anyone tell me how long it takes to receive the text after the fee being taken? Thanks!

[doggieandsam 765]

6 minutes ago, sebastianshaw said:

now now...remember my double edged sword comment ? don't work yourself up, reading too many cases will freak you out. Relax. Generally people get money debited and e-notifications in the next 2 weeks from arrival at lockbox. 

i know, i know...i have to remind myself this process has no rhyme or reason. thanks!

[peachouille 200]

My package was delivered this morning at the Phoenix lockbox, hoping to get a confirmation sometime next week.

[thatsmygsp 48]

2 hours ago, kpmartini said:

Just an update for anyone who’s interested- I just got off the phone with a USCIS live agent and they confirmed that if the case is updated with fingerprints being applied, the biometrics appointment will be waived.

Will they refund the biometric fee?

 

 

[doggieandsam 765]

15 minutes ago, thatsmygsp said:

Will they refund the biometric fee?

 

 

hahahaha nope, it's stated on the uscis website: "When you send a payment, you agree to pay for a government service. Filing and biometric service fees are final and non-refundable, regardless of any action we take on your application, petition, or request, or if you withdraw your request." also read a post on here from folks who received biometrics waiver notices about the fee not being refunded.