October 2021 - AOS Filers

[London Rain 15]

1 minute ago, TedsGirl said:

I hope you will be alright!

 

I also realized I did NOT sign my I-130A form as we were initially going the consulate route. Looking back I do believe that is the reason for the RFE and not the form being outdated. 

Thank you so much for replying to me. Good luck with your filing 

[TedsGirl 193]

4 hours ago, Lorin123 said:

@TedsGirl I submitted my i-130 online in August the 02/29/2021 was the only form available at that time , now I'm wondering if I'm also going to get an RFE for mine? Do you think I should wait for the RFE or upload the updated form under "unsolicited evidence" on my husband's the online account ? Did your husband put your A number on the updated form too? 

I apologize for the confusion my initial post created. I am hoping you will be fine. Please stop torturing yourself. All you can do is wait. If you get an RFE deal with it accordingly.

Just now, Lorin123 said:

Thank you so much for replying to me. Good luck with your filing 

You’re welcome and thank you🙏🏿 I pray your case is reviewed and adjudicated soon.

[gflores16 11]

On 10/27/2021 at 8:18 PM, gflores16 said:

Just an update for my case: 

local office: Dallas

- Sent AOS, EAD, AP application 10/18/2021

- Delivered 10/23/2021

- 3 NOA texts 10/27/2021 with 3 different case numbers (but the case numbers show apps were received 10/25/2021) 

 

 

 

Update: 

Bio NOA: 01/14/2022

Bio Date: 02/09/2022 

Location: Fort Worth, TX ASC 

[Florida_AOS 2]

On 11/15/2021 at 10:49 PM, Florida_AOS said:

Filed concurrent AOS for my parents who are on B2 visa. 

 

Field Office: Tampa, FL

Service center: Chicago Lockbox

AOS packet Sent  10/04/2021. (AOS, AP, EAD, Medical I-693)

Delivered 10/05/2021

Text notice 10/18/2021

Mail receipt - can't recall exact date --will update later

Biometrics update 11/13/2021 (checked Online account)

Bio date 12/09/2021

 

Just an update :

 

Biometric for my parents was completed in Tampa, FL on Dec 9,2021.

Currently USCIS website states:  " Dec 9, 2021  - Case Is Being Actively Reviewed By USCIS..."

Edited January 17, 2022 by Florida_AOS

[vespa12 9]

On 11/15/2021 at 11:32 PM, vespa12 said:

11/15 - Just checked online account. Looks like a request for evidence was sent out today. My father is acting as joint sponsor with me for my partner as I left my job because of how unwell I was while pregnant. They need proof of his citizenship status, so we’ll need his birth certificate to submit. 
I plan to submit it through the online account tomorrow morning and hoping that it will just move forward from there quickly and no more bumps but it’s something at least. 🤞🏻

Update:

12/23/21 - received notice about biometrics appointment scheduled for January 18th at 3pm at Cincinnati field office

 

1/18/22 - drove to Cincinnati for the day and partner completed his biometrics appointment. Took about 20 minutes and they let him in 15 minutes early. Case status updated about 45 minutes after he was done to “case is being actively reviewed”

[vespa12 9]

Sorry for the double post but I had a question on taxes if anyone could help. 
I am trying to get everything put in for filing my tax return and I was going to file jointly but Angus hasn’t received a social security number yet and I can’t file jointly if he doesn’t have one. I tried contacting the SSA but they told me to call USCIS and I can’t get anyone on the line there so I don’t exactly know what to do.  

[mongen27 28]

On 1/21/2022 at 11:40 AM, vespa12 said:

Sorry for the double post but I had a question on taxes if anyone could help. 
I am trying to get everything put in for filing my tax return and I was going to file jointly but Angus hasn’t received a social security number yet and I can’t file jointly if he doesn’t have one. I tried contacting the SSA but they told me to call USCIS and I can’t get anyone on the line there so I don’t exactly know what to do.  

Apply for itin number then file married jointly

[abbafan 15]

Service center: San Jose, CA

Sent: 10/15/2021

Delivered: 10/18/2021

Text notice: 10/19/2021

Mail receipt: 10/25/2021

Biometrics update: 11/13/2021

Bio date: 12/07/2021

 

Green Card Interview Notice: Dec 23, 2021

Postal Receipt: Jan 03, 2022

Interview Date: Jan 31, 2022

Green Card Approved Notification: Feb 4, 2022

 

Praise the Lord 🙌 The interview went smoothly with the officer at the center. My husband was seated beside me and our lawyer was behind us. After asking us to give our oaths, the only questions he asked were below:

 

1. He asked to see both of our original birth certificates and passports
2. He asked for my full name. I had to mention I changed my surname to fit in my husband's surname
3. His full name
4. He asked for the full names for my parents and my husband for his
5. If this was our first marriage
6. He asked how me met and to describe our relationship
7. Then the usual immigration questions such as if I am a spy, if I am affiliated with any organizations etc and I answered no to everything

He said he won't approve on the same day but it will take some time. 

 

My advice before going for the interview is, wear socks and shoes that you can easily slip out of (like when plane travel attire), dress nicely and wear masks obviously. Be very elaborate in your responses and be polite as much as possible. Attitude matters. It doesn't matter what kind of officer you get, be patient and relax. The center didn't ask for our vaccine cards and neither did the officer but please take them with you in paper form or via the digital pass on your phone.

 

We took a lot of documents in clear folders with tax forms, photos etc but he didn't ask for any of them. I guess it depends on what kind of office/officer you get but it's best to be prepared. Since, I got my green card approved, I don't require the EAD or AP and those applications will be moot (I am guessing). Your mileage may vary. I called the USCIS hotline to find out when my interview date was, since the interview receipt notice was late and even the lady on the hotline, it's crazy and lucky how soon I got my GC interview date since, most people have to wait for much longer as much as 12-14 months due to Covid delays. Once again, I owe this blessing and opportunity to God and I am fortunate to get it this soon.

 

Will keep you posted on when I get my green card and SSN in hand. All the very best to the rest of you!

 

Stay safe and take care.

 

 

 

[NthingLastsForevr 8]

Thanks for all the information and updates. Congratulation!! Glad to see fellow October filter getting approved

[Raychelle 29]

On 2/5/2022 at 12:20 AM, abbafan said:

Service center: San Jose, CA

Sent: 10/15/2021

Delivered: 10/18/2021

Text notice: 10/19/2021

Mail receipt: 10/25/2021

Biometrics update: 11/13/2021

Bio date: 12/07/2021

 

Green Card Interview Notice: Dec 23, 2021

Postal Receipt: Jan 03, 2022

Interview Date: Jan 31, 2022

Green Card Approved Notification: Feb 4, 2022

 

Thank you for sharing the experience. Glad your case moved quickly. From what I'm seeing San Jose cases are moving faster which is great for you. Congratulations on being approved!

[vespa12 9]

On 1/21/2022 at 2:40 PM, vespa12 said:

Sorry for the double post but I had a question on taxes if anyone could help. 
I am trying to get everything put in for filing my tax return and I was going to file jointly but Angus hasn’t received a social security number yet and I can’t file jointly if he doesn’t have one. I tried contacting the SSA but they told me to call USCIS and I can’t get anyone on the line there so I don’t exactly know what to do.  

February 8th, 2022 - Was notified my partner’s work and travel authorization card was ordered to be produced. 

[0xexe 5]

On 12/28/2021 at 12:38 AM, 0xexe said:

End of year update:

 

12/03/2021 - Biometric appointment scheduled

12/27/2021 - Biometric appointment, Case Is Being Actively Reviewed (I-485, I-765)

02/08/2022 - Card is being produced (I-765)

[abbafan 15]

On 2/8/2022 at 11:01 AM, Raychelle said:

Thank you for sharing the experience. Glad your case moved quickly. From what I'm seeing San Jose cases are moving faster which is great for you. Congratulations on being approved!

Thank you so very much and @NthingLastsForevr! Will update when I get the green card in hand  

[abbafan 15]

On 2/4/2022 at 11:20 PM, abbafan said:

Service center: San Jose, CA

Sent: 10/15/2021

Delivered: 10/18/2021

Text notice: 10/19/2021

Mail receipt: 10/25/2021

Biometrics update: 11/13/2021

Bio date: 12/07/2021

 

Green Card Interview Notice: Dec 23, 2021

Postal Receipt: Jan 03, 2022

Interview Date: Jan 31, 2022

Green Card Approved Notification: Feb 4, 2022

 

Praise the Lord 🙌 The interview went smoothly with the officer at the center. My husband was seated beside me and our lawyer was behind us. After asking us to give our oaths, the only questions he asked were below:

 

1. He asked to see both of our original birth certificates and passports
2. He asked for my full name. I had to mention I changed my surname to fit in my husband's surname
3. His full name
4. He asked for the full names for my parents and my husband for his
5. If this was our first marriage
6. He asked how me met and to describe our relationship
7. Then the usual immigration questions such as if I am a spy, if I am affiliated with any organizations etc and I answered no to everything

He said he won't approve on the same day but it will take some time. 

 

My advice before going for the interview is, wear socks and shoes that you can easily slip out of (like when plane travel attire), dress nicely and wear masks obviously. Be very elaborate in your responses and be polite as much as possible. Attitude matters. It doesn't matter what kind of officer you get, be patient and relax. The center didn't ask for our vaccine cards and neither did the officer but please take them with you in paper form or via the digital pass on your phone.

 

We took a lot of documents in clear folders with tax forms, photos etc but he didn't ask for any of them. I guess it depends on what kind of office/officer you get but it's best to be prepared. Since, I got my green card approved, I don't require the EAD or AP and those applications will be moot (I am guessing). Your mileage may vary. I called the USCIS hotline to find out when my interview date was, since the interview receipt notice was late and even the lady on the hotline, it's crazy and lucky how soon I got my GC interview date since, most people have to wait for much longer as much as 12-14 months due to Covid delays. Once again, I owe this blessing and opportunity to God and I am fortunate to get it this soon.

 

Will keep you posted on when I get my green card and SSN in hand. All the very best to the rest of you!

 

Stay safe and take care.

 

 

 

 

Card Was Produced - February 9, 2022

[abbafan 15]

On 2/10/2022 at 3:05 PM, abbafan said:

 

Card Was Produced - February 9, 2022

Received my green card in the mail today  should I file for SSN separately? I remember checking the box to receive my SSN too but haven't yet.