June 2020 I-751 filers

[mnk 62]

8 minutes ago, izavox said:

You could be right, it could be with WAC (or California Center). Which link did you use? I used the one from USCIS, didn't even try talking to a live agent because, from past experiences with them, I had a feeling they'll say the same thing as the virtual assistant from USCIS.gov would say. Also, they might be swamped right now. Did you get ahold of them easily over the phone?

 

(Sorry, this whole process makes me so antsy hahaha I think we can all relate)

I used https://egov.uscis.gov/e-request/

No, it was not hard to talk to somebody on the phone. I asked the automated system for a representative and waited on hold for 20 minutes. For that I got the date the notice was mailed. I'm not sure if it helps all that much, but I felt better getting even a little bit more information.

 

[valentinasc 330]

*Applying from Overseas*

JUNE 24th, 2020 --> Sent ROC Package
JULY 3rd, 2020 --> AZ Lockbox received my package
JULY 14th, 2020 --> Credit card was charged
JULY 22nd, 2020 —> NOA1 (Received Aug 4th)

[JimmyJane 23]

Hey guys! So I got my NOA extension letter early July (dated July 1), then received the biometrics waiver notice about a week later... then another NOA turned up in the mail on the weekend- exactly the same as the first, but dated July 21...?!?

 

Has anyone else received 2 NOAs?? I guess it buys me a few more weeks if I need it!

 

 

[doggieandsam 765]

8 minutes ago, JimmyJane said:

Hey guys! So I got my NOA extension letter early July (dated July 1), then received the biometrics waiver notice about a week later... then another NOA turned up in the mail on the weekend- exactly the same as the first, but dated July 21...?!?

 

Has anyone else received 2 NOAs?? I guess it buys me a few more weeks if I need it!

 

 

there were a couple of reports on here about people receiving duplicates. check the second letter you received, does it actually say on there it expires later than the original NOA? if it says that your greencard has been extended for 18 months from the original expiry date of your greencard, then the second letter does not actually buy you more weeks. if you can post a copy of the second letter here with your personal info redacted so we can see what it actually looks like, that would be awesome! 

Edited August 4, 2020 by doggieandsam

[izavox 147]

On 7/31/2020 at 4:05 PM, mnk said:

I used https://egov.uscis.gov/e-request/

No, it was not hard to talk to somebody on the phone. I asked the automated system for a representative and waited on hold for 20 minutes. For that I got the date the notice was mailed. I'm not sure if it helps all that much, but I felt better getting even a little bit more information.

 

Just called them and talked to a very nice agent. He also said the date my NOA was mailed (July 8th) and yeah, all I have to do now is wait, I guess haha. He mentioned several people are calling about delays as well. Did you get an update on yours?

[valentinasc 330]

What does this mean guys? I’ve been overseas for a year now but under military orders😳

[izavox 147]

On 7/31/2020 at 4:05 PM, mnk said:

I used https://egov.uscis.gov/e-request/

No, it was not hard to talk to somebody on the phone. I asked the automated system for a representative and waited on hold for 20 minutes. For that I got the date the notice was mailed. I'm not sure if it helps all that much, but I felt better getting even a little bit more information.

 

Just received my NOA. Keep us updated on your case! 

Edited August 5, 2020 by izavox

[mnk 62]

20 hours ago, valentinasc said:

What does this mean guys? I’ve been overseas for a year now but under military orders😳

I-131 re-entry permit needs to be applied for prior to leaving the country.

 

Check out these links for the allowances and instructions for extended travel abroad for military families.

https://www.uscis.gov/green-card/after-we-grant-your-green-card/international-travel-as-a-permanent-resident

https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate/returning-resident.html

https://www.uscis.gov/citizenship/learn-about-citizenship/citizenship-and-naturalization/continuous-residence-and-physical-presence-requirements-for-naturalization

From "What if my trip abroad will last longer than 1 year?"

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If you remain outside of the United States for more than 2 years, any reentry permit granted before your departure from the United States will have expired. In this case, it is advisable to consider applying for a returning resident visa (SB-1) at the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate. An SB-1 applicant will be required to establish eligibility for an immigrant visa and will need a medical exam. There is an exception to this process for the spouse or child of either a member of the U.S. Armed Forces or civilian employee of the U.S. Government stationed abroad on official orders. For more information on obtaining a returning resident visa, see the Department of State’s webpage on returning resident visas.

Additionally, absences from the United States of six months or more may disrupt the continuous residency required for naturalization. If your absence is one year or longer and you wish to preserve your continuous residency in the United States for naturalization purposes, you may file an Application to Preserve Residence for Naturalization Purposes on Form N-470. For more information, please see the Continuous Residence and Physical Presence Requirements page.

 

 

From "Execptions" on the Continuous Residence and Physical Presence Requirements for Naturalization

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Section 316 paragraphs (b), (c), and (f) of the Immigration and Nationality Act allows for certain exceptions to the continuous residence requirement for those applicants working abroad for:

    The United States government, including the Military
   ...

If you seek to preserve your continuous residence for naturalization purposes while employed abroad by one of these recognized institutions you must file Form N-470, Application to Preserve Residence for Naturalization Purposes with USCIS. 

 

Edited August 5, 2020 by mnk

[mnk 62]

39 minutes ago, izavox said:

Just received my NOA. Keep us updated on your case! 

Congrats! Hopefully I will see something show up this week, too.

[US <3 IND 53]

Hi does anyone have any new online case status updates after the one saying biometrics have been applied?

[doggieandsam 765]

No update for me. A friend of mine though, who I met during the K1 process, got approved July 28. He filed his ROC last Feb 28, so exactly 5 months for him. SRC. He also had a record fast AOS process, also 5 months. Some folks are just so lucky.

[izavox 147]

On 8/5/2020 at 4:05 PM, mnk said:

Congrats! Hopefully I will see something show up this week, too.

What's interesting is that, when I called USCIS, they said my NOA was mailed to me on July 8th but the one I got, the issue date is July 30th, which is the date I submitted a SR and was informed I'd get a copy of my NOA. So, my original July 8th NOA either is on its way to me or is lost in the mail, perhaps? That being said, did you open a SR about the delay? You might be getting that one before your original NOA.  

[BobKat 62]

Hi everybody! I hope you are all healthy and stay safe and sound during this craziness out there. 
 

Question: Any of you June filers that came on CR-1 and have a receipt no starting with MSCxxxxx...- did you received anything regarding biometrics yet? 
 

please give me a short update..

 

thanks,

Kat

[Diane and Chris 651]

On 7/24/2020 at 11:57 AM, bracy said:

For those who have to renew their driver's license (NC in particular), were you able to renew your license online or did you go to the in person to the DMV?

As a follow-up. We went and renewed my husband’s DL yesterday. All we needed was the extension letter. Also, we had his green card and social security card. It went smoothly and he is good for another 18 months here in Georgia. Good luck!  

[BobKat 62]

14 minutes ago, Diane and Chris said:

As a follow-up. We went and renewed my husband’s DL yesterday. All we needed was the extension letter. Also, we had his green card and social security card. It went smoothly and he is good for another 18 months here in Georgia. Good luck!  

I did that on Monday last week.. wasn’t it nice at the dmv? So nicely structured and quick.. lol...