VAWA, Part 20

[Braveheart123 146]

On 10/10/2020 at 3:27 PM, BlueTiger92 said:

thank you!! that is helpful.. were you able to track the application? was this in 2020?

Yes I applied for the work authorization. Under c31 renewal in the month of September 2020 didn’t get any receipt then in this month of September 2020 last week  I applied for c09 combo card renewal and got the receipt still waiting for the work authorization under c 31 renewal receipt but didn’t get any receipt for this form.

I don’t know why USCIS is so messy some time 

[Braveheart123 146]

On 10/10/2020 at 1:55 PM, Villanelle said:

I understand why you would want such a guide written but its not a good idea. You dont want to rehearse answers, it's usually very obvious to the listener when someone is doing that vs speaking naturally. It will give a bad impression. The 485 interview should be more of a formality then an interrogation. You should review your copy of the 485 you sent. They most likely will read out loud a few questions from the 485 that you would answer yes or no to. They may ask you questions confirming dates or addresses you entered. So read it over ahead of time and make sure you understand all the questions from part 8, especially if English is not your first language. Refresh your memory about your address and work history. They may make small talk with you about your job or kids. They may ask if you are divorced. They are NOT suppose to ask you about the abuse. Your 360 was approved so a determination was already made that you are a victim of abuse. Some Officers ask inappropriate questions about the abuse anyway. Answer politely and truthfully if they do and keep it brief and they will most likely move on. 

 

To mentally prepare remind yourself that you were already approved as a victim of abuse, that this interview is not about showing you were abused. Its about confirming you are eligible to receive a GC. To get a GC you need an approved underlying form. You have that- the 360. So now they just have to go through and make sure there are no reasons why you shouldnt get a GC (inadmissibility reasons). As stillwinning explained inadmissibility reasons are stuff like criminal records, drugs, terrorism. Pretty much all the stuff in part 8 that you said no to. Generally people with inadmissibility issues know they have an issue. They are usually serious and significant things. Part 8 lists out all the general eligibility things and the things that are grounds for inadmissibility. VAWA laws can override some so if you did check yes to something under Part 8 dont panic! its not an automatic denial. So if you do have any yes boxes checked in part 8 you can confirm here with Sandra or other users that it wont be an issue.  If you have no yes boxes checked off then theres no reason for your 485 to be denied and you shouldnt stress yourself about the interview unnecessarily. 

Thanks for your reply 

what I wanted is a general guide for I-485 interview after VAWA approval 

which is like the dress code.

 

how to relax once you got the interview notice.

 

what are the parts of the interview Ie oath taking then bio graphic questions then yes no questions

 

What to do if the officer is asking about the abuse things which are already decided.

how to tackle The question if you have done some work with out authorization of the immigration etc.

 

how and when you went out  of status.

If you have some convictions in the past or inadmissibility ground etc how to tackle it.

 

This will give a general guidelines to all the   Members etc who are waiting for their interviews etc.

 

 

 

 

 

[cindy122808 134]

2 hours ago, Demise said:

National Benefits Center basically coordinates the scheduling at local field offices, which is why VSC forwarded the I-485 to NBC. NBC won't do much with it aside send it onward to your local field office for a final decision and possible interview.

Oh I see. Thank you for the clarification. Also in addition, can I send a change of address to National Benefits Center? The notice of transfer was sent to my old address despite me sending change of address twice to them (Vermont). I am worried that the I485 notices later on will be sent again to the old address.

Edited October 11, 2020 by cindy122808

[jack1821 24]

Hey Fam , 

 

 

 

Anyone in NYC tired of waiting for an interview to be scheduled ?  COVID is not helping !🙁

[RoundRock 10]

53 minutes ago, jack1821 said:

Hey Fam , 

 

 

 

Anyone in NYC tired of waiting for an interview to be scheduled ?  COVID is not helping !🙁

When did your i-360 approved? 

[Blunt 167]

Battling with serious headache on how to get this RFE done ..dnt even know where to start from been writing and writing smh 🤣🤣.cant wait to pass through all this immigration stuff..it’s a strenuous !!! 

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43 minutes ago, Blunt said:

Battling with serious headache on how to get this RFE done ..dnt even know where to start from been writing and writing smh 🤣🤣.cant wait to pass through all this immigration stuff..it’s a strenuous !!! 

Resume writing only when you've cleared your head and can think clearly..else you might not put it down 100% remember you're aiming to give the officer 110%! You need some peace and quiet when you write..it allows for free flow and recollection..take a break perhaps continue tomorrow and good luck with it!😊👍

[Blunt 167]

1 hour ago, Stillwinning!!!😊 said:

Resume writing only when you've cleared your head and can think clearly..else you might not put it down 100% remember you're aiming to give the officer 110%! You need some peace and quiet when you write..it allows for free flow and recollection..take a break perhaps continue tomorrow and good luck with it!😊👍

Thank you so much 

[Librawarrior 41]

Hey guys. My vawa was approved back a few months ago. Today I get a notification saying post decision activity? That my case was approved and an approval notice was mailed? What does this entail? I know it’s pretty direct but why lol

[jack1821 24]

4 hours ago, RoundRock said:

When did your i-360 approved? 

In January 2020 and I got the courtesy letter in April or May. 

[isurvived 98]

56 minutes ago, Librawarrior said:

Hey guys. My vawa was approved back a few months ago. Today I get a notification saying post decision activity? That my case was approved and an approval notice was mailed? What does this entail? I know it’s pretty direct but why lol

Is this for i485?

[Librawarrior 41]

10 minutes ago, isurvived said:

Is this for i485?

Nope. I360 that was approved in june

[Wolf2020 19]

did check online what it says

https://egov.uscis.gov/casestatus/landing.do

[Stillwinning!!!😊 4,570]

5 hours ago, jack1821 said:

In January 2020 and I got the courtesy letter in April or May. 

There are people waiting from 2018 and '19.. NYC offices! Hopefully something happens soonest!🙏😊 blessings!

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6 hours ago, Librawarrior said:

Hey guys. My vawa was approved back a few months ago. Today I get a notification saying post decision activity? That my case was approved and an approval notice was mailed? What does this entail? I know it’s pretty direct but why lol

It's not unusual at all..I got that notification too in my time. It's nothing to ponder on..they're just keeping you updated...it's mainly administrative processing done after these cases are approved.😊👍