October 2023 - AOS Filers

[OldUser 8,457]

1 hour ago, mw & rg k1 said:

While we consider ourselves very lucky with the December GC arrival ... so have an update for this group. 

 

Be very careful with first years taxes when claiming Married.

 

Just today,  we received our second taxes RFE ... first from IRS and second from State 

RFE from IRS? That's unrelated to immigration. Are you sure you filed taxes correctly and disclosed all the income? Sometimes it's worth paying a good tax preparer to get taxes filed properly

[mw & rg k1 636]

On 3/28/2024 at 7:31 PM, OldUser said:

RFE from IRS? That's unrelated to immigration. Are you sure you filed taxes correctly and disclosed all the income? Sometimes it's worth paying a good tax preparer to get taxes filed properly

Yes ... IRS and while technically "unrelated" to immigration ... we have had to re-prove her identity over and over for each state and government agency ....

Had to grant permission for CA DMV to "check her documents" with DHS/USCIS.
State CA RFE was identity documents and re-verification of mailed in documents.

New IRS document arriving today.

My caution / tale might be to encourage getting a tax pro (with audit package) to do the work .... especially for late in year AOS people like this group.

 

[ThailandR 54]

58 minutes ago, mw & rg k1 said:

Yes ... IRS and while technically "unrelated" to immigration ... we have had to re-prove her identity over and over for each state and government agency ....

Had to grant permission for CA DMV to "check her documents" with DHS/USCIS.
State CA RFE was identity documents and re-verification of mailed in documents.

New IRS document arriving today.

My caution / tale might be to encourage getting a tax pro (with audit package) to do the work .... especially for late in year AOS people like this group.

 

So strange, we filed taxes jointly using the SS number we obtained and no issues.  DMV here in CA only issue was getting approval for her CA ID card from Sacramento with her EAD card and it was done and dusted in about 1 hour. No extra requests or verifications. Tax returns accepted and refunds direct deposited into the bank account we use that her name us now also on.

 

Sorry you have been hoop jumping.  Still awaiting movement for my wife's GC.

[OsmanMCFC 19]

On 3/19/2024 at 10:29 PM, SaraClaire11 said:

I put in a case inquiry and checked processing times for our I-765 and I-485 to be told that our case is still within normal processing times.

 

I asked Emma to speak with a LIVE CHAT agent and even though it took some persistence I got through to an agent, who basically told me the same thing. The last time I spoke with the LIVE CHAT we saw some movement on our case, so I am hoping for the same result. I pleaded with the woman and told her that most October applicants have already received EAD. She told me she cannot compare one case to another. Hopefully something comes of this. I just want to move forward to the next step 🤞

 

I hope and pray your situation gets better, patience is key in these situations.

 

If you have a USCIS account i'd suggest uploading additional evidence on form i485 part 8 section 61- 68 with regards to the public charge make sure you selected 'yes' and not 'no' and answer all the sections.

 

This is what prolonged my process and gave me an RFE, maybe upload a new i485 and label it as section8 61-68 completed if you did not already answer that part correctly. I am pretty sure it will make your case for GC go a lot quicker.

 

If you already answered that correctly just ignore what I said, just hope your situation gets better, cause i have been there also.  

 

[mw & rg k1 636]

1 hour ago, OsmanMCFC said:

 

I hope and pray your situation gets better, patience is key in these situations.

 

If you have a USCIS account i'd suggest uploading additional evidence on form i485 part 8 section 61- 68 with regards to the public charge make sure you selected 'yes' and not 'no' and answer all the sections.

 

This is what prolonged my process and gave me an RFE, maybe upload a new i485 and label it as section8 61-68 completed if you did not already answer that part correctly. I am pretty sure it will make your case for GC go a lot quicker.

 

If you already answered that correctly just ignore what I said, just hope your situation gets better, cause i have been there also.  

 

Agree with Osman .... I can't say for sure but have a feeling that uploading a "fixed" 485 helped move our application along.

 

Keeping hopes for a speedy completion for you @SaraClaire11

 

Edited March 31, 2024 by mw & rg k1

[SaraClaire11 139]

On 3/31/2024 at 3:14 PM, OsmanMCFC said:

 

I hope and pray your situation gets better, patience is key in these situations.

 

If you have a USCIS account i'd suggest uploading additional evidence on form i485 part 8 section 61- 68 with regards to the public charge make sure you selected 'yes' and not 'no' and answer all the sections.

 

This is what prolonged my process and gave me an RFE, maybe upload a new i485 and label it as section8 61-68 completed if you did not already answer that part correctly. I am pretty sure it will make your case for GC go a lot quicker.

 

If you already answered that correctly just ignore what I said, just hope your situation gets better, cause i have been there also.  

 

I appreciate the suggestions! I just doubled checked my saved copy of our application and we selected "yes" and answered all the sections. Do you think I should just randomly upload evidence without them reaching out or sending and RFE? Would a most recent paystub be enough?

[mw & rg k1 636]

1 hour ago, SaraClaire11 said:

I appreciate the suggestions! I just doubled checked my saved copy of our application and we selected "yes" and answered all the sections. Do you think I should just randomly upload evidence without them reaching out or sending and RFE? Would a most recent paystub be enough?

"Unsolicited" evidence is good .... (and supported through the site)
"Non-applicable" evidence might hurt as much as help  .....
Find something that is aligned with the original application and I would consider that ...

[SaraClaire11 139]

UPDATE:

 

I never uploaded any additional documents but just now I received an update through the tracking app I use on my phone:

 

'I-485 AOS Interview Was Scheduled'

 

They are sending us a notice in the mail with information about the interview. I am not sure if this is good or bad, I see many approved GC without interviews. Has anyone here attended an AOS interview?

 

Our I-765 EAD still states 'Case Was Updated To Show Fingerprints Were Taken' I thought for sure we would have movement on this before AOS.

[OldUser 8,457]

On 4/11/2024 at 7:25 AM, SaraClaire11 said:

UPDATE:

 

I never uploaded any additional documents but just now I received an update through the tracking app I use on my phone:

 

'I-485 AOS Interview Was Scheduled'

 

They are sending us a notice in the mail with information about the interview. I am not sure if this is good or bad, I see many approved GC without interviews. Has anyone here attended an AOS interview?

 

Our I-765 EAD still states 'Case Was Updated To Show Fingerprints Were Taken' I thought for sure we would have movement on this before AOS.

Yes, I attended AOS interview. Before the pandemic, everybody was required to go through interview to get GC.

 

Right now this can happen for multiple reasons: either your case is weaker, or you were randomly selected. It's just like security at an airport, sometimes you have to go through additional scanning.

 

Good luck, make sure to prepare for the interview well, know your case, know your spouse and practice answering questions with the spouse. 

 

It's rather a good sign that your case is moving.

[SaraClaire11 139]

10 hours ago, OldUser said:

Yes, I attended AOS interview. Before the pandemic, everybody was required to go through interview to get GC.

 

Right now this can happen for multiple reasons: either your case is weaker, or you were randomly selected. It's just like security at an airport, sometimes you have to go through additional scanning.

 

Good luck, make sure to prepare for the interview well, know your case, know your spouse and practice answering questions with the spouse. 

 

It's rather a good sign that your case is moving.

Thank you! I appreciate your feedback! Since I received the update I have been digging up as much information as possible as far as what to expect, what to bring and what questions to be prepared for. I am anxious to get the notice and have a date. Hopefully everything will go smooth for us and he will be approved!

[mw & rg k1 636]

On 4/11/2024 at 7:25 AM, SaraClaire11 said:

UPDATE:

 

I never uploaded any additional documents but just now I received an update through the tracking app I use on my phone:

 

'I-485 AOS Interview Was Scheduled'

 

They are sending us a notice in the mail with information about the interview. I am not sure if this is good or bad, I see many approved GC without interviews. Has anyone here attended an AOS interview?

 

Our I-765 EAD still states 'Case Was Updated To Show Fingerprints Were Taken' I thought for sure we would have movement on this before AOS.

If you have a myuscis login and case registered, you should be able to see the notice they will be mailing you under documents tab.

Check there .... if not, then hope your notice shows in the mail soon.

 

[SaraClaire11 139]

On 4/17/2024 at 9:59 PM, mw & rg k1 said:

If you have a myuscis login and case registered, you should be able to see the notice they will be mailing you under documents tab.

Check there .... if not, then hope your notice shows in the mail soon.

 

 

We received our I-797C NOA in the mail today!

 

Our AOS interview is scheduled in Rhode Island on May 30th so that gives us plenty of time to prepare and get all the necessary documents together. Hopefully we won't even need half of what they are asking we bring but I am brining as much evidence as possible so there are no hang ups and everything goes as smooth as possible.

 

WISH US LUCK!

[C2NYC 9]

17 hours ago, SaraClaire11 said:

 

We received our I-797C NOA in the mail today!

 

Our AOS interview is scheduled in Rhode Island on May 30th so that gives us plenty of time to prepare and get all the necessary documents together. Hopefully we won't even need half of what they are asking we bring but I am brining as much evidence as possible so there are no hang ups and everything goes as smooth as possible.

 

WISH US LUCK!

 

Congrats! Do you mind sharing the list of what they are asking you to bring? 

[ThailandR 54]

Just checked the USCIS website. My wife has been scheduled for an interview. However, no document was showing, so we will wait until its entered into the system so we can see when it will be.

 

What do folks suggest taking to the interview? I wonder what triggers an interview....

[SaraClaire11 139]

On 4/23/2024 at 10:25 AM, smashtic said:

 

Congrats! Do you mind sharing the list of what they are asking you to bring? 

YOU MUST BRING THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WITH YOU: (Please use as a checklist to prepare for your interview)

• This Interview Notice and your Government issued photo identification.

• If required, a completed Form-1693, Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record, and/or vaccination supplement in a sealed envelope (unless already submitted). Please see the Form I-693 Instructions for guidance on whether you need a complete medical examination, an updated vaccine supplement only, or neither.

• If required, a completed Form I-864, Affidavit(s) of Support, with all required evidence (unless already submitted). Please see the Form I-864 Instructions for guidance on whether you need a Form I-864. Required evidence for each of your sponsors includes, but is not limited to, the following:

     • Federal Income Tax returns and W-2's, or certified IRS printouts, for the most recent tax year;

     • Letters from each current employer, verifying current rate of pay and average weekly hours, and pay stubs for the past 2 months;

• Evidence of your sponsor's and/or co-sponsor's United States Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Resident status.

• All documentation establishing your eligibility for Lawful Permanent Resident status. This includes, but is not limited to, proof of status as an asylee, refugee, or a fiancé(e) nonimmigrant.

• Any immigration-related documentation ever issued to you, including any Form I-766, Employment Authorization Document (EAD); Form I-512, Authorization for Advance Parole; and Form I-571, Refugee Travel Document.

• All travel documents used to enter the United States, including Passports; Form I-512, Authorization for Advance Parole; Form I-571 Refugee Travel Document; and Form I-94, Arrival/Departure Record. : Kyou For 1-45 is fased on a perion fied by a family membe, your petitioner's Biti Cerfeate and you petitioner's cvitene of Unte States Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Resident Status.

• If you have children, bring a Birth Certificate for each of them.

• If your eligibility is based on your marriage, in addition to your spouse coming to the interview with you, bring:

     • A certified copy of your Marriage Document issued by the appropriate civil authority;

     • Your spouse's Birth Certificate;

     • Your spouse's evidence of United States Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Resident status;

     • If either you or your spouse were ever married before, all divorce decrees/death certificates for each prior marriage;

     • Birth Certificates for all children of this marriage, and custody papers for your children and for your spouse's children not living with you;

     • Supporting evidence of your relationship, such as copies of any documentation regarding joint assets or liabilities you and your spouse may have together. This may include: tax returns, bank statements, insurance documents (car, life, health), property documents (car, house, etc.), rental agreements, utility bills, credit cards, contracts, leases, photos, correspondence and/or any other documents you feel may substantiate your relationship.

• The originals and copies of each supporting document that you submitted with your application. Otherwise, we may keep your originals for our records.

• If you have ever been arrested, bring the related Police Report and the original or certified Final Court Disposition for each arrest, even if the charges have been dismissed or expunged. If no court record is available, bring a letter from the court with jurisdiction.