The "limbo" between B1/2 visa expiry and AOS granted.

[BrianMc 0]

My visa has expired before my EAD has been processed.

And my AOS could be up to 16 more months. 

So, although I am here legally until AOS decision - my passport only shows expired visa and I "appear" to be an overstayer.

 

How do I prove status to a landlord, cop, bank, DMV etc ?

[Boiler 45,697]

All you have is your NoA.

[aaron2020 11,651]

Unfortunately, this is the downside of adjusting status.  Your NOA1 is proof that you filed for AOS.  You will have to wait for your EAD for anything official that will grant you the ability to work, get a driver's license, get banking, a social security number, etc.

 

With a landlord, you're going to have to explain your immigration situation to them.

A cop will not ask you about your immigration status.

 

DMV will want your EAD before you can get a driver's license in most states. 

Edited January 26, 2021 by aaron2020

[BrianMc 0]

Thanks guys.

 

I just wish the sentence along the top of the letter said "Lawfully in US pending AOS application" rather than the "This does not grant any status" etc 😞

 

Yes - my State do not need GC and will issue drivers license once I get EAD.

 

i have biometrics next week so not long now I guess ?

Edited January 26, 2021 by BrianMc

[Boiler 45,697]

That heading would not be correct, under the colour of law may be nearer the mark.

 

6 to 8 months sems the going timeline for EAD so depends when you filed.

[BrianMc 0]

5 minutes ago, Boiler said:

That heading would not be correct, under the colour of law may be nearer the mark.

 

6 to 8 months sems the going timeline for EAD so depends when you filed.

Filed just over 5 months ago.

[Boiler 45,697]

Hopefully not long

[FattieBanton 35]

whoa, we're in that inbetween phase too and i guess we just need to forget about it until we get a letter in the mail one day. it's been 4 months now