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11 minutes ago, Aadi135 said:

I have seen quite a few cases like your recently. It most likely they forgot to do background check and now you are their, Dont worry, you will be fine, May i know your dates? 

Thank you so much for sharing the experience, I am dying to see my parents, its been 8 years, I am May 2020 with 2 RFE's and currently my case is stuck in background check, Wait is frustrating because i need to travel and i can not. :( I guess someday i will just book the ticket and fly home, screw this process, if they want to deny me, let them, 

If you have AP, you may go ahead and travel to see them; if you do not, I will encourage you to not just leave, apply for 1 (AP) and travel to see them.  It is important to make your long and tortuous wait these past years count for something at least, NEVER GIVER UP!

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Hello family, 

 

My Status changed from APPROVED to “Case Was Reopened for Reconsideration” yesternight.  1/9/2023.   

 

So Sad and painful.   😭😭

 

Since September 2018. 

 

Please what can I do or what do you think ?  

 

Anyone with this experience ? 

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5 hours ago, Hope4me said:

I just returned to the US about 10 hours ago using my AP

What a positive experience!

Thank you for relating your details, which will surely help everyone in this thread who's contemplating AP travel.

06-04-2007 = TSC stamps postal return-receipt for I-129f.

06-11-2007 = NOA1 date (unknown to me).

07-20-2007 = Phoned Immigration Officer; got WAC#; where's NOA1?

09-25-2007 = Touch (first-ever).

09-28-2007 = NOA1, 23 days after their 45-day promise to send it (grrrr).

10-20 & 11-14-2007 = Phoned ImmOffs; "still pending."

12-11-2007 = 180 days; file is "between workstations, may be early Jan."; touches 12/11 & 12/12.

12-18-2007 = Call; file is with Division 9 ofcr. (bckgrnd check); e-prompt to shake it; touch.

12-19-2007 = NOA2 by e-mail & web, dated 12-18-07 (187 days; 201 per VJ); in mail 12/24/07.

01-09-2008 = File from USCIS to NVC, 1-4-08; NVC creates file, 1/15/08; to consulate 1/16/08.

01-23-2008 = Consulate gets file; outdated Packet 4 mailed to fiancee 1/27/08; rec'd 3/3/08.

04-29-2008 = Fiancee's 4-min. consular interview, 8:30 a.m.; much evidence brought but not allowed to be presented (consul: "More proof! Second interview! Bring your fiance!").

05-05-2008 = Infuriating $12 call to non-English-speaking consulate appointment-setter.

05-06-2008 = Better $12 call to English-speaker; "joint" interview date 6/30/08 (my selection).

06-30-2008 = Stokes Interrogations w/Ecuadorian (not USC); "wait 2 weeks; we'll mail her."

07-2008 = Daily calls to DOS: "currently processing"; 8/05 = Phoned consulate, got Section Chief; wrote him.

08-07-08 = E-mail from consulate, promising to issue visa "as soon as we get her passport" (on 8/12, per DHL).

08-27-08 = Phoned consulate (they "couldn't find" our file); visa DHL'd 8/28; in hand 9/1; through POE on 10/9 with NO hassles(!).

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Hello All, 

This forum has been so helpful, thank you so much.

I filed Aug 2022, case has been updated to show fingerprints were taken in September and PF received as well. 
I have not heard anything yet. Can I reach out to Congresswoman even though I did at the time before I switched my case to VAWA? 
My attorney said I should not reach out as VAWA case is confidential. 
Appreciate your response. 

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I filed Aug 2022, case has been updated to show fingerprints were taken in September and PF received as well. 
I have not heard anything yet.

Hi, it hasn't been even a year. People wait for 3-4 years for WAVA and straightforward non-WAVA cases take 1.5-2 years nowadays. Your processing time is pretty normal. There's nothing to hear for many months.

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6 hours ago, i-need-help-pls said:

what do you think ? 

Pending what Sandra or others here think, it may simply be a reflection of internal computer stuff that they're doing while processing the approval.  Remember that the letters in the word "fear" stand for "False Evidence Appearing Real."  Keep your spirits up. :) 

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06-04-2007 = TSC stamps postal return-receipt for I-129f.

06-11-2007 = NOA1 date (unknown to me).

07-20-2007 = Phoned Immigration Officer; got WAC#; where's NOA1?

09-25-2007 = Touch (first-ever).

09-28-2007 = NOA1, 23 days after their 45-day promise to send it (grrrr).

10-20 & 11-14-2007 = Phoned ImmOffs; "still pending."

12-11-2007 = 180 days; file is "between workstations, may be early Jan."; touches 12/11 & 12/12.

12-18-2007 = Call; file is with Division 9 ofcr. (bckgrnd check); e-prompt to shake it; touch.

12-19-2007 = NOA2 by e-mail & web, dated 12-18-07 (187 days; 201 per VJ); in mail 12/24/07.

01-09-2008 = File from USCIS to NVC, 1-4-08; NVC creates file, 1/15/08; to consulate 1/16/08.

01-23-2008 = Consulate gets file; outdated Packet 4 mailed to fiancee 1/27/08; rec'd 3/3/08.

04-29-2008 = Fiancee's 4-min. consular interview, 8:30 a.m.; much evidence brought but not allowed to be presented (consul: "More proof! Second interview! Bring your fiance!").

05-05-2008 = Infuriating $12 call to non-English-speaking consulate appointment-setter.

05-06-2008 = Better $12 call to English-speaker; "joint" interview date 6/30/08 (my selection).

06-30-2008 = Stokes Interrogations w/Ecuadorian (not USC); "wait 2 weeks; we'll mail her."

07-2008 = Daily calls to DOS: "currently processing"; 8/05 = Phoned consulate, got Section Chief; wrote him.

08-07-08 = E-mail from consulate, promising to issue visa "as soon as we get her passport" (on 8/12, per DHL).

08-27-08 = Phoned consulate (they "couldn't find" our file); visa DHL'd 8/28; in hand 9/1; through POE on 10/9 with NO hassles(!).

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9 minutes ago, GeraldSG said:

Divorce with abusive ex wife (USC) finalized today

Repeat aloud to yourself, with increasing conviction each time, "This is a big step toward what will be my full recovery."

 

The papers will take as long as they take.  When they finally pop, your feeling of relief will be incalculable.  Trust in this. :) 

06-04-2007 = TSC stamps postal return-receipt for I-129f.

06-11-2007 = NOA1 date (unknown to me).

07-20-2007 = Phoned Immigration Officer; got WAC#; where's NOA1?

09-25-2007 = Touch (first-ever).

09-28-2007 = NOA1, 23 days after their 45-day promise to send it (grrrr).

10-20 & 11-14-2007 = Phoned ImmOffs; "still pending."

12-11-2007 = 180 days; file is "between workstations, may be early Jan."; touches 12/11 & 12/12.

12-18-2007 = Call; file is with Division 9 ofcr. (bckgrnd check); e-prompt to shake it; touch.

12-19-2007 = NOA2 by e-mail & web, dated 12-18-07 (187 days; 201 per VJ); in mail 12/24/07.

01-09-2008 = File from USCIS to NVC, 1-4-08; NVC creates file, 1/15/08; to consulate 1/16/08.

01-23-2008 = Consulate gets file; outdated Packet 4 mailed to fiancee 1/27/08; rec'd 3/3/08.

04-29-2008 = Fiancee's 4-min. consular interview, 8:30 a.m.; much evidence brought but not allowed to be presented (consul: "More proof! Second interview! Bring your fiance!").

05-05-2008 = Infuriating $12 call to non-English-speaking consulate appointment-setter.

05-06-2008 = Better $12 call to English-speaker; "joint" interview date 6/30/08 (my selection).

06-30-2008 = Stokes Interrogations w/Ecuadorian (not USC); "wait 2 weeks; we'll mail her."

07-2008 = Daily calls to DOS: "currently processing"; 8/05 = Phoned consulate, got Section Chief; wrote him.

08-07-08 = E-mail from consulate, promising to issue visa "as soon as we get her passport" (on 8/12, per DHL).

08-27-08 = Phoned consulate (they "couldn't find" our file); visa DHL'd 8/28; in hand 9/1; through POE on 10/9 with NO hassles(!).

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33 minutes ago, TBoneTX said:

Pending what Sandra or others here think, it may simply be a reflection of internal computer stuff that they're doing while processing the approval.  Remember that the letters in the word "fear" stand for "False Evidence Appearing Real."  Keep your spirits up. :) 

Thanks 

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1 hour ago, TBoneTX said:

Pending what Sandra or others here think, it may simply be a reflection of internal computer stuff that they're doing while processing the approval.  Remember that the letters in the word "fear" stand for "False Evidence Appearing Real."  Keep your spirits up. :) 

Thank you for this beautiful acronym.

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6 hours ago, Dee88 said:

Hello All, 

This forum has been so helpful, thank you so much.

I filed Aug 2022, case has been updated to show fingerprints were taken in September and PF received as well. 
I have not heard anything yet. Can I reach out to Congresswoman even though I did at the time before I switched my case to VAWA? 
My attorney said I should not reach out as VAWA case is confidential. 
Appreciate your response. 

Asking congress/senator person for help is absolutely fine. There is no issue whether you have VAWA or not.   However, in your case is to very early to ask them for help. 

3 hours ago, GeraldSG said:

Divorce with abusive ex wife (USC) finalized today… feeling upset and bittersweet that it had to happen this way.. coming 2 years this November and counting since I filed for I-360…  my i-485 has been held in abeyance but filed since 2020… how long more to go… :(

It is taking 24 to 32 months. patience is the key. 

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7 hours ago, OldUser said:

Hi, it hasn't been even a year. People wait for 3-4 years for WAVA and straightforward non-WAVA cases take 1.5-2 years nowadays. Your processing time is pretty normal. There's nothing to hear for many months.

Thanks 

31 minutes ago, balo101 said:

Asking congress/senator person for help is absolutely fine. There is no issue whether you have VAWA or not.   However, in your case is to very early to ask them for help. 

It is taking 24 to 32 months. patience is the key. 

Thank you for your response 

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1 minute ago, GeraldSG said:

Out of curiosity- for those who have traveled back to the US on Advanced Parole, what does the stamp on your passport say? Does it say how many days you’re allowed to be in the US like a regular tourist visa would’ve? 

They usually allow for a year on the passport. 

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Progress related to Form I-130

01/15/2021 - Received date for I-130,  I-485, I-765, I-131
01/21/2021 - We accepted the fingerprint fee for your Form I-485. Our National Benefits Center location is working on your case.

01/23/2021 - Received notices for I-130,  I-485, I-765, I-131

02/05/2021 - The fingerprints relating to your Form I-485 and Form I-765 were taken.

04/13/2021 - I-693 Deficiency Notice

05/24/2021 - We are ready to schedule your Form I-485 for an interview.

06/17/2021 - We received your request for expedite processing for Form I-765.
06/23/2021 - Your request to have your case expedited, was assigned to an officer for response for Form I-765.

06/23/2021 - We sent a response to your request to have your case expedited for Form I-765.
06/23/2021 - Your request to have your case expedited, was completed for Form I-765.

06/28/2021 - We approved your request for expedite processing for Form I-765.

06/28/2021 - We scheduled an interview for your Form I-485.

07/18/2021 - We sent a response to your inquiry about why your case is taking longer than our processing time for Form I-131. 

07/28/2021 - We ordered your new card for Form I-765.

07/29/2021 - We approved your Form I-765 with 2 year validity. We approved your Form I-131 with 2 year validity.

07/30/2021 - We mailed your new card your Form I-765, directly to the address you gave us.

08/02/2021 - The Post Office picked up mail containing your new card for Form I-765.

08/05/2021 - Initial interview for Form I-485. Spouse also attended but separated. Told IO that I-360 was filed. Did not take any evidence to prove the marriage is valid so later got a RFE. 

08/11/2021 - Request for evidence to prove bonafide marriage and form I-130A and I-693. 

08/19/2021 - Submitted the RFE directly to Field office. 

08/24/2021 - Your inquiry about why your case is taking longer than our processing time, was completed for Form I-131.
Progress related to Form I-360

06/17/2021 - Mailed Form I-360, I-485, I-765, I-131

06/25/2021 - We received your Form I-485, Form I-131, Form I-765.

06/29/2021 - We received your case and waived the filing fee for your Form I-360

06/29/2021 - Received notices for I-360,  I-485, I-765, I-131

07/22/2021 - Fingerprints relating to your Form I-485 and Form I-360 have been applied to your case

08/05/2021 - Received Prima Facie Determination valid for 1 year. Expiry 08/05/2022

02/26/2022 - We ordered your new card for Form I-765.

03/01/2022 - We mailed your new card your Form I-765, directly to the address you gave us. We approved your Form I-765 validity for 2 years and combo card. We approved your Form I-131.

03/02/2022 - The Post Office picked up mail containing your new card.

07/28/2022 - Received Prima Facie Determination valid for 6 months. Expiry 01/24/2023

01/18/2023 - Received Prima Facie Determination valid for 6 months. Expiry 07/17/2023

01/28/2023 - Mailed Form I-765, I-131 for renewal in C09P

02/09/2023 - We received your Form I-131, Form I-765.

03/01/2023 - Received notices for I-765, I-131. We received your case and waived the filing fee for your Form I-765, I-131

 

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