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So what was the response you got from congressman?

so the response from Congressman was the attachment of the copy of undelivered notice (which appeared to be prima facia notice). And this prima facia notice was also mailed to me couple weeks after the congressman's response. So USCIS reacted faster to the congressman's request rather than to my e-request))

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1 hour ago, LittlebyLittle said:

so the response from Congressman was the attachment of the copy of undelivered notice (which appeared to be prima facia notice). And this prima facia notice was also mailed to me couple weeks after the congressman's response. So USCIS reacted faster to the congressman's request rather than to my e-request))

Great!! It sounds much better. Hopefully that will mark the beginning of much more Great things to come. 

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1 hour ago, LittlebyLittle said:

so the response from Congressman was the attachment of the copy of undelivered notice (which appeared to be prima facia notice). And this prima facia notice was also mailed to me couple weeks after the congressman's response. So USCIS reacted faster to the congressman's request rather than to my e-request))

In your previous post you said you received prima facie determination end of may 2022. Was it valid for 6 months for them to send another within the same year?

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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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In your previous post you said you received prima facie determination end of may 2022. Was it valid for 6 months for them to send another within the same year?

Yes , the PF is valid for 6 months ( mine was valid for 1 year then 6 months and so on. 

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Wednesday means time for our highly hilarious and approval-evoking Semiofficial Semiweekly VAWA-Thread Joke:

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THE MUGGER AND THE BLOND FIGHTER

 

One night, a blond man walking home was set upon by a masked robber.  Although the victim wasn't exactly a martial-arts specialist, he immediately decided to fight back.

 

With arms flailing about, the two men engaged in a fierce battle and rolled around on the sidewalk in full view of passers-by, kicking and spitting and screaming in rage.

 

Despite putting up a tremendous fight, the blond victim was eventually overpowered and pinned down.  He raised in hands in tired defeat, and the robber wearily turned him around and searched his pockets for the treasure that he had defended so strongly.

 

The robber searched the man everywhere, but he found nothing more than a single quarter.

 

"Hey, man -- did you put up such a crazy fight just for THAT?" asked the robber, gasping for breath.

 

"You can't have it!" shouted the man.

 

"You're a crazy person -- get lost!" said the bewildered robber.

 

"Oh, you just want the quarter -- I thought you were after the $5,000 I've got in my shoe." 
:P 

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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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23 hours ago, Stillwinning!!!😊 said:

If you do not have a work permit/ AP, then you would want to get the I-360 work permit. In my day I had two (I-485 & I-360) the redundancy! Didn’t need two. Most important document is the approval notice. For next steps, your I-485 should be transferred to NBC, then you should get a deficiency notice for Medicals if it applies in your situation. Then interview invitation or straight up approval. 
You can contact your rep.. I always advise folks to be proactively patient so the wait is not futile.😊👍

PS- see my brief timeline I posted not long ago.

thank you! And how would I know that my I-485 has been transferred to NBC? Is it a status online or I will get mail about it? Reason I am asking is that USCIS has my lawyers old address, so I don't want to miss the notice. 

 

Also I didn't get an approval notice as it got delivered to my lawyers old address, I am able to retrieve the card itself only, is it sufficient? Thank you!

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Stillwinning!!!😊   4,570

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thank you! And how would I know that my I-485 has been transferred to NBC? Is it a status online or I will get mail about it? Reason I am asking is that USCIS has my lawyers old address, so I don't want to miss the notice. 

 

Also I didn't get an approval notice as it got delivered to my lawyers old address, I am able to retrieve the card itself only, is it sufficient? Thank you!

Typically it reflects online and then you get a mail to that effect as well. I know I did. So quick question….are you still retaining the services of the lawyer? If not, did you inform USCIS and update your address information? This probably is the underlying issue.

If you’re handling things by yourself at this time I’ll recommend you reach out to your representative so they can give you updates and help retrieve any document from USCIS pertaining to your case.👍

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2 minutes ago, Stillwinning!!!😊 said:

Typically it reflects online and then you get a mail to that effect as well. I know I did. So quick question….are you still retaining the services of the lawyer? If not, did you inform USCIS and update your address information? This probably is the underlying issue.

If you’re handling things by yourself at this time I’ll recommend you reach out to your representative so they can give you updates and help retrieve any document from USCIS pertaining to your case.👍

How do I fire the lawyer? I am not actively retaining their services since they are not doing anything much anymore after we filed but I think they are still my official representation. They have finally reached out to USCIS to get my card re-issued to their new address, but not the approval notice that is now lost I believe. So my question is - do I ask my lawyer to also retrieve the approval notice, or does it come along in the mail with the card? Thanks!!

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22 minutes ago, 2020filer said:

How do I fire the lawyer? I am not actively retaining their services since they are not doing anything much anymore after we filed but I think they are still my official representation. They have finally reached out to USCIS to get my card re-issued to their new address, but not the approval notice that is now lost I believe. So my question is - do I ask my lawyer to also retrieve the approval notice, or does it come along in the mail with the card? Thanks!!

Send USCIS a letter saying you want to withdraw your legal representation and that you intend to continue the petition without any legal representation and mail to VSC don’t forget to include your receipt number or better still a receipt notice with all that information.

And remember to indicate ATTN:G-28 on the address to Vermont.

 

It’s important that you have the approval notice. I’m sure USCIS will be able to furnish you with this document. You can request for it yourself after withdrawing your representative or go through your congressperson.🙏

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Good morning guys

So I did my i485 interview this morning,it was OK.

She asked me where I met my husband,how much kids he had,where we met,why am I not divorced,when did the marriage start getting bad,if i ever took my kids on a date with my ex husband.honestly I didnt like it.

My lawyer is saying congrats,but honestly I don't feel happy

Then she said everything is good,if anything else is needed they would contact my lawyer,And maybe in a month I will get a response.

I am just not feeling it.

Did anyone else go through this?

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11 hours ago, Reto said:

Yes , the PF is valid for 6 months ( mine was valid for 1 year then 6 months and so on. 

Mine is also the same.

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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

 

Stillwinning!!!😊 Mentor

Stillwinning!!!😊   4,570

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2 minutes ago, tashay said:

Good morning guys

So I did my i485 interview this morning,it was OK.

She asked me where I met my husband,how much kids he had,where we met,why am I not divorced,when did the marriage start getting bad,if i ever took my kids on a date with my ex husband.honestly I didnt like it.

My lawyer is saying congrats,but honestly I don't feel happy

Then she said everything is good,if anything else is needed they would contact my lawyer,And maybe in a month I will get a response.

I am just not feeling it.

Did anyone else go through this?

Sometimes they tell you the case will undergo review or that you should hear in a month or two…and other vague stuffs but majority of the time, you get updates within a few days or weeks. The officer probably needs to check with a supervisor to authorize the formal approval. So yeah congratulations are in order!👍😊🎊🎉

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6 minutes ago, Stillwinning!!!😊 said:

Sometimes they tell you the case will undergo review or that you should hear in a month or two…and other vague stuffs but majority of the time, you get updates within a few days or weeks. The officer probably needs to check with a supervisor to authorize the formal approval. So yeah congratulations are in order!👍😊🎊🎉

Thank u even though am here crying my eyes out.

Been waiting from 2018,just wish I could hear on the spot you are approved.

My lawyer said the same she's new and she has to have her supervisor sign off on it

 
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