RFE taking longer than 4 weeks (Dec 2020 K1 RFE)

[m126531 1]

March 2020 filer here. California Service Center. 

 

Submitted I129-F 3/16/2020

Got receipt number 3/24/2020

RFE Requested on 12/17/2020. RFE was for requesting an updated passport photo of the petitioner and proof that we were together in the past 2 years. 

RFE Received by USCIS 1/4/2021  

 

It's been more than a month and I haven't heard anything back. Anyone else in the same boat? I emailed and called USCIS but couldn't get any meaningful update besides they are working on it. 

[powerpuff 6,697]

They try to process RFEs within 60 days. In more complicated cases it can take longer than that. So you’re well within a normal timeframe. 

[m126531 1]

1 minute ago, powerpuff said:

They try to process RFEs within 60 days. In more complicated cases it can take longer than that. So you’re well within a normal timeframe. 

Thanks powerpuff! Still nervous since I see other people's RFEs get approved in 1-2 weeks 😕 

[powerpuff 6,697]

I understand your frustration and as hard as it is to do, try not to compare your situation/timeline to those of others as it will drive you crazy. Keep positive thoughts  

[m126531 1]

It's day 57 now and no update yet

[m126531 1]

Still no update after 60 days...

Going to file a case inquiry 

Is there anything else I can do to push? 

[m126531 1]

Submitted a case inquiry on 3/4/2021, got response in email back on 3/12/2021: 

 

"On 03/04/2021, you or your representative contacted USCIS concerning your I-129F to notify us that you believe your case is outside of our normal processing time. Below is a summary of what we found and how the issue has been or may be resolved.

Your case is currently being adjudicated. You should receive a notice of action* within 45 days.

*A notice of action may be in a form of Approval Notice, Denial Notice, Transfer Notice , Request for Evidence, or Notice of Intent to Deny."

 

Also called USCIS tier 1 and escalated to tier 2, the tier 1 rep. said I should get a call back by 3/26 (14 business days wait time). I couldn't get into the urgent wait queue

 

 

Is anyone else in the same boat where the RFE response is taking longer than expected?

[amarilloslick 13]

It's been 3 1/2 months since they received my response to the RFE. I sent an inquiry today but I only expect the form letter e-mail they send to everyone.

[Keithn85 400]

5 hours ago, amarilloslick said:

It's been 3 1/2 months since they received my response to the RFE. I sent an inquiry today but I only expect the form letter e-mail they send to everyone.

Your mileage may vary, but based off the previous person's RFE received date to NOA-2 date (I grabbed this from their timeline and compared to yours), there is a chance you might see yours at the end of the month.  This is pure speculation.