I-751 March 2023 Filers

[Gugug4 3]

  On 4/2/2023 at 6:15 AM, CCCas said:

my bad. i did not see that. i just saw the one at the bottom. anyway, yeah if it's the only form on the USCIS website then it must be current. 

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Will do, thank you. 

[jMarti 2]

  On 4/2/2023 at 1:16 AM, Nestomkd said:

My case status says biometrics appointment scheduled. Has anybody had that and then received a notice in the mail for a biometric reuse?

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Glad I'm not the only one.  I've seen others that received the biometric reuse although I received my appointment for this coming Monday April 3rd.  

[Dawn2021 26]

  On 4/2/2023 at 8:13 PM, jMarti said:

Glad I'm not the only one.  I've seen others that received the biometric reuse although I received my appointment for this coming Monday April 3rd.  

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Same here! My status says biometrics appointment scheduled, and I’m just waiting on the letter to find out when it will be. 
 

Also still waiting on the receipt/extension letter! 

[CookieAsh 9]

I'll be keeping an eye on the timelines in this thread! 

 

Filed my 751 packet 3/21

CC charged 3/25

NOA1 Received 3/31

 

Now the long wait....

 

[TeddyFazBear 77]

For those interested, this is a reddit thread by a former USCIS officer (apparently) it’s a fascinating read!

 

they basically go on to say that the reason the 751 is so slow is that it actually requires the most vetting of almost all applications. it’s a great read if you are interested.

 

 

[L and J C 5]

  On 4/1/2023 at 1:43 AM, OldUser said:

What's the contents of the file? Did you download and open it?

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Where do you see a documents tab? I only signed up for myUSCIS and not the other older site, and can’t see a documents tab anywhere. 

[OldUser 8,506]

  On 4/3/2023 at 3:00 PM, L and J C said:

Where do you see a documents tab? I only signed up for myUSCIS and not the other older site, and can’t see a documents tab anywhere. 

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I don't see it, I only replied to somebody's comment about their document tab. Usually only filers with IOE case numbers see it, and not everybody.

[L and J C 5]

  On 4/3/2023 at 3:03 PM, OldUser said:

I don't see it, I only replied to somebody's comment about their document tab. Usually only filers with IOE case numbers see it, and not everybody.

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Gotcha thanks! So weird. It also looks like I can’t sign up for the egov USCIS account, djd they end up merging that with myUSCIS or are retiring it? Feel like I read about that somewhere and now can’t find it lol 

[Ruan & Emmanuel 84]

Hey ya'll, 

 

I talked with an agent through Emma's live chat today because I have not received any letter in the mail yet (the petition was received on March 15). They couldn't confirm whether any mail was sent, but they confirmed my biometrics will be reused. I thought it was very interesting since my case status is still reflecting as "being actively reviewed by USCIS". Well, at least I know a biometric appointment letter won't be sent. 

 

I'll wait until April 15 to send a request for a missing letter. I have a trip scheduled after my GC's expiration date. Just want to make sure I have the extension letter before leaving the country. 

 

 

[OldUser 8,506]

  On 4/3/2023 at 6:43 PM, Ruan & Emmanuel said:

Hey ya'll, 

 

I talked with an agent through Emma's live chat today because I have not received any letter in the mail yet (the petition was received on March 15). They couldn't confirm whether any mail was sent, but they confirmed my biometrics will be reused. I thought it was very interesting since my case status is still reflecting as "being actively reviewed by USCIS". Well, at least I know a biometric appointment letter won't be sent. 

 

I'll wait until April 15 to send a request for a missing letter. I have a trip scheduled after my GC's expiration date. Just want to make sure I have the extension letter before leaving the country. 

 

 

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I'm sorry to dissapoint you, but you spoke to tier 1 agent who likely didn't know what's going on with your case. They're likely gave you a satisfactory response to get you off the chat and serve the next person. Do not buy into what they said to you. Majority of cases go through "being actively reviewed by USCIS", before switching to other status. Usually it doesn't mean much, as people see this status for weeks or months. Another infamous status is "Interview is ready to be scheduled". Some people see it for up to a year.

 

1. It's totally fine you haven't received the letter, usually it takes 2-6 weeks after filing.

2. You cannot be sure whether biometrics will be reused. You may be invited for appointment, watch out for a letter and case status. It may take up to 6 months after filing to receive it!

3. It's very undesirable to miss biometrics appointment if you get it while abroad. Your case may be denied because of missing it.

4. Don't travel overseas without GC + extension letter or ADIT (I-551) stamp in passport.

 

Good luck!

Edited April 3, 2023 by OldUser

[juancarlos 126]

Today I got two letters in the mail: one stating my biometrics will be reused, and another one to set up my online account. Am I still expecting to receive something else?

 

Timeline update: 

03/20 package sent

03/24 package delivered in Phoenix Lockbox (FedEx)

03/28 Case was received (IOE). Sms received at 3 am

03/30 Case Is Being Actively Reviewed By USCIS

04/03 Two letters came in the mail: biometrics will be reused, and instruction to set up USCIS online account 

[CCCas 29]

  On 4/3/2023 at 11:57 PM, juancarlos said:

Today I got two letters in the mail: one stating my biometrics will be reused, and another one to set up my online account. Am I still expecting to receive something else?

 

Timeline update: 

03/20 package sent

03/24 package delivered in Phoenix Lockbox (FedEx)

03/28 Case was received (IOE). Sms received at 3 am

03/30 Case Is Being Actively Reviewed By USCIS

04/03 Two letters came in the mail: biometrics will be reused, and instruction to set up USCIS online account 

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Your i797 NOA that extends your green card after expiration date to another 48 months

Edited April 4, 2023 by CCCas

[Bavarian91 63]

  On 4/3/2023 at 11:57 PM, juancarlos said:

Today I got two letters in the mail: one stating my biometrics will be reused, and another one to set up my online account. Am I still expecting to receive something else?

 

Timeline update: 

03/20 package sent

03/24 package delivered in Phoenix Lockbox (FedEx)

03/28 Case was received (IOE). Sms received at 3 am

03/30 Case Is Being Actively Reviewed By USCIS

04/03 Two letters came in the mail: biometrics will be reused, and instruction to set up USCIS online account 

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I hope for the same fast process! 

Mine just got delivered by UPS to the Elgin, IL Lockbox.

 

Fingers crossed!

[juancarlos 126]

  On 4/4/2023 at 12:43 PM, Bavarian91 said:

I hope for the same fast process! 

Mine just got delivered by UPS to the Elgin, IL Lockbox.

 

Fingers crossed!

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I am sure it will be the same for you guys,

 

Good luck!

[cali-jellyfish 10]

  On 3/30/2023 at 6:13 PM, cali-jellyfish said:

• Case was received on 03/29/23, receipt number starts with IOE0919

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New updates:

• Case is being actively reviewed by USCIS on 03/30/23
• NOA received in the mail, a 48-month extension on 04/04/23

Edited April 4, 2023 by cali-jellyfish