VAWA, Part 19

[Stillwinning!!!😊 4,570]

5 hours ago, Demise said:

Aside contacting the senator I am literally in the same situation as you, I did contact my congressman but got no response thus far. It'll be 2 years as of this Friday and I submitted my RFE response 89 days ago.

What in the world? 2yrs?😳 I guess I have not really paid attention to your story...but that's really weird! I truly hope your case is resolved!👍

[Demise 1,291]

5 minutes ago, Stillwinning!!!😊 said:

What in the world? 2yrs?😳 I guess I have not really paid attention to your story...but that's really weird! I truly hope your case is resolved!👍

Yeah this is my timeline thus far:

 

Filed I-360 (standalone since I'm in admin closed removal proceedings and I don't want to poke that bear just yet, and have EAD under DACA): 08/21/2018

RFE: 02/27/2020

Responded to RFE: 05/21/2020

Approval: Hopefully sometime soon

 

Then I'll have to recalendar and file I-485 with the court since I know that terminations are next to impossible to get these days.

Edited August 19, 2020 by Demise

[Stillwinning!!!😊 4,570]

9 minutes ago, Demise said:

Yeah this is my timeline thus far:

 

Filed I-360 (standalone since I'm in admin closed removal proceedings and I don't want to poke that bear just yet, and have EAD under DACA): 08/21/2018

RFE: 02/27/2020

Responded to RFE: 05/21/2020

Approval: Hopefully sometime soon

 

Then I'll have to recalendar and file I-485 with the court since I know that terminations are next to impossible to get these days.

Oh I see! From your statement in an earlier post..you said RFE since 2yrs ago..but you only responded in May of this year..which makes it normal..it's not uncommon at all. But quicker in less complex cases! Well I wish you all the best, keep holding on!👍

[Demise 1,291]

8 minutes ago, Stillwinning!!!😊 said:

Oh I see! From your statement in an earlier post..you said RFE since 2yrs ago..but you only responded in May of this year..which makes it normal..it's not uncommon at all. But quicker in less complex cases! Well I wish you all the best, keep holding on!👍

Well maybe I wasn't too clear on that part but I did specify that I responded to the RFE 89 (now 90) days ago. Believe me, if it was 2 years after an RFE I would've started a mandamus suit a year ago.

Edited August 19, 2020 by Demise

[Stillwinning!!!😊 4,570]

For those who have reached their wits end, frustrated, worried, anxious, depressed, afraid and lots more I pray this morning that God's mercy and grace speak for you! It makes the difference everytime! The race is neither for the swift nor the battle for the strong but God who shows mercy! Long before I was approved..I read about people's evidences submitted and worried that mine wouldn't hold a candle to it...Really I didn't have much and explained why in detail..but I know GRACE spoke for me! Today I have my Greencard and I can't help but to acknowledge the way maker, miracle worker and promise keeper who said it and did it for me! I encourage you all this morning to look towards HIM, the author and finisher of our faith! Your testimonies will be sure! HIS promises are yes and AMEN!!! No more denials..let the approvals come through!🙏🙏🙏💖💞✨💫

Edited August 19, 2020 by Stillwinning!!!😊

[Stillwinning!!!😊 4,570]

5 minutes ago, Demise said:

Well maybe I wasn't too clear on that part but I did specify that I responded to the RFE 89 (now 90) days ago.

Got you..I'm sure you'll be approved any time now..they usually respond anywhere from 30-120 days..then in extreme situations..more! I personally heard back 60 days after RFE response! Hold the fort! It's coming!👍

[DmytriiD 186]

guys, any recent April 2019 VAWA Approvals ?

[Sharshar42 208]

5 hours ago, Stillwinning!!!😊 said:

Sharshar darling, I like your positivity..it goes a long way! Tell them how you were denied previously, and approved now! There's little that one can do if they let their spirit stay broken...we need to be strong and focused..it's the only way to win! It doesn't matter how long it takes, as long as it happens! Your story is very encouraging I hope someone..anyone is encouraged!😘😊👍

Yes its been a long journey I wanted to give up many times but I trusted God and he  made a way, you mostly encouraged me to hold on and you did not even know it. Dont give up guys have faith he will also see you though 🙏🏽👍

[Stillwinning!!!😊 4,570]

25 minutes ago, Sharshar42 said:

Yes its been a long journey I wanted to give up many times but I trusted God and he  made a way, you mostly encouraged me to hold on and you did not even know it. Dont give up guys have faith he will also see you though 🙏🏽👍

Wow! It's so uplifting to hear that. I'm glad you held on..truly excited for you! Stay blessed beautiful!😘😊👍

[Shroy123 749]

13 hours ago, Anjon said:

They asked for proof of good faith marriage and i submitted

3 lease agreements

water bills spanning almost a year showing that i lived there

Tax return listing  my spouse, as my spouse refused to file taxes with me

They asked for proof of abuse

I submitted Dr's notes showing swelling from my spouse slamming stuff at me and bruising my hand

I submitted psychologist evaluation and notes

I submitted pictures of abuse photos, thou i didn't submit the ones with too much blood

I submitted police report showing that my  credit was used without my consent

They asked for proof that we lived together

I submitted auto ins listing the address

Pictures of us and my spouse's children

a 15 page letter highlighting relationship from courtship to marriage and attestation from friends and family members

copies of my journaling from happy times to abuse times

I submitted letters i got from the apartment we lived showing that I owe for the damages caused by my spouse

 

I am so sorry.. wait for the RFE. Something might be missing but I believe you had provided them with sufficient evidences.. 😕 

Edited August 19, 2020 by Shroy123

[Shroy123 749]

12 hours ago, Anjon said:

it's my second marriage and no i was not in removal proceedings. We did have an interview were our case was under review, during that time the abuse was going on, so i sent the vawa based on counsel from an attorney. I also sent an email to Sandra.

did you submit your divorce documents with your i360? I think it is somehow related to your 1st marriage

[Shroy123 749]

12 hours ago, Hritik Rohail said:

I got response from  the Senator office  that my case is under review with one of the officer. My petition I-360 is pending for the last 24 months and VSC received response for  RFE almost 93 days ago. My question : is this unusual and I should get ready for adverse decision?  Please help me .

You will be fine. since USCIS has reduced staff, they are taking times in making decisions. Have faith. my case was approved after 23 months including an RFE. so stay there your approval is coming soon 

[Demise 1,291]

8 minutes ago, Shroy123 said:

I am so sorry.. wait for the RFE. Something might be missing but I believe you had provided them with sufficient evidences.. 😕 

Current guess is that, since she was previously married to a USC who petitioned for her and later withdrew it and they divorced and she later married the current spouse, USCIS wants things related to the first marriage which is why they denied her. We won't exactly know until the denial notice gets in the mail.

Edited August 19, 2020 by Demise

[Iceman1 106]

7 hours ago, Demise said:

Yeah this is my timeline thus far:

 

Filed I-360 (standalone since I'm in admin closed removal proceedings and I don't want to poke that bear just yet, and have EAD under DACA): 08/21/2018

RFE: 02/27/2020

Responded to RFE: 05/21/2020

Approval: Hopefully sometime soon

 

Then I'll have to recalendar and file I-485 with the court since I know that terminations are next to impossible to get these days.

That's not true. I was also in removal proceeding in Dallas, Texas. After my VAWA approval, my attorney filed to terminate my hearing at Immigration court. First it was rejected and I was informed that I will have to attend the court hearing( this was in February 2020). Then in March, we received a notice that my removal proceeding was terminated. My attorney said this was most probably becuase of COVID19. They are trying to limit the number of ppl they have to see in person. 

 

So I would highly recommend you to file for termination of your proceeding and file for your I-485 with USCIS then to file for it with Immigration Judge. 

 

Good luck! your approval for VAWA is coming soon. 😇

[Demise 1,291]

8 minutes ago, Iceman1 said:

That's not true. I was also in removal proceeding in Dallas, Texas. After my VAWA approval, my attorney filed to terminate my hearing at Immigration court. First it was rejected and I was informed that I will have to attend the court hearing( this was in February 2020). Then in March, we received a notice that my removal proceeding was terminated. My attorney said this was most probably becuase of COVID19. They are trying to limit the number of ppl they have to see in person. 

 

So I would highly recommend you to file for termination of your proceeding and file for your I-485 with USCIS then to file for it with Immigration Judge. 

 

Good luck! your approval for VAWA is coming soon. 😇

Well I'll definitely try an MTT first, and then if that fails a MTRc and I-485 with court. Believe me, I would way rather deal with USCIS processing my I-485.

 

I really miss the days when you'd send an approved visa petition and some evidence that you're eligible to adjust (like an I-94, prior petition for 245(i), or just the VAWA petition itself) and the court would grant a motion to (reopen and) terminate on the spot without a hearing.

Edited August 19, 2020 by Demise