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  1.    Icecreamcastles reacted to a post in a topic: The dreaded DS-5535 thread for Montreal Only. Post here and support each other (PART 3)
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  14. Icecreamcastles
    "Police certificates expire after two years, unless the certificate was issued from your country of previous residence and you have not returned there since the police certificate was issued." https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate/the-immigrant-visa-process/step-5-collect-financial-evidence-and-other-supporting-documents/step-7-collect-civil-documents.html
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  17. Icecreamcastles
    Yes - only necessary if the beneficiary is currently in the US.
  18.    Inveigh reacted to a post in a topic: The dreaded DS-5535 thread for Montreal. Post here and support each other (PART 2)
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  20. Icecreamcastles
    We contacted both my fiance's senators and his congressperson while we were dealing with the DS-5535 process. There wasn't much they could do, but it did make us feel like we were at least trying every option. I'm not sure it will help in your case, but you're so close that a little nudge might be good. I hope you get positive movement soon!
  21.    FolieADeux reacted to a post in a topic: Fiance is visiting me in the US, can he be here while the k1 gets approved or no?
  22. Icecreamcastles
    It's not a problem. I was visiting my fiance when I got my approval and stayed in the US until I booked my medical and interview. I already had all the paperwork (including police clearances, vaccine records, birth certificate) ready.
  23.    biscoito1r reacted to a post in a topic: July 2023- AOS Filers
  24. Icecreamcastles
    My case is different since I entered on a K-1 visa and it does not grant me permanent resident status. I think either way you're a Non-Resident on your first entry.
  25. Icecreamcastles
    EAD Update: Aug 29 EAD Standalone Approval Online in Documents Sep 2 EAD Approval in mail Sep 8 EAD Status changed from 'Case was Received' to 'Card was Produced' Sep 11 Able to track using Informed Delivery Sep 13 EAD card received in mail
  26. Icecreamcastles
    Yes, it's by email request. Hopefully you'll hear back from them soon.
  27. Icecreamcastles
    Hello fellow filers! I thought I'd add my timeline so far. It's so nice to see movement on our cases and EAD approvals. Fingers crossed for GC (though I'll take AP) before Christmas. Jul 18 Sent AOS packet by UPS from Los Angeles Jul 19 AOS packet rec'd by USCIS Jul 24 USCIS text of receipt & I-485 Status: Case is being actively reviewed by USCIS Jul 25 Cheque cashed Jul 27 NOA rec'd by mail from NBC Lee's Summit, MO Jul 31 USCIS Account Access Mail & NBC mail: Biometrics not required since already on file from I-539 B2 visa extension in Sep 2022 Aug 14 I-485 Status: Request for Initial Evidence was sent - Request for tax return transcript for 2022 (we had sent evidence of extension with original application) Aug 18 RFE rcvd by mail Aug 28 Tax Return Transcript for 2022 Uploaded to USCIS Aug 29 I-485 Status: Response To USCIS' Request For Evidence Was Received Aug 29 Email: We have taken action on your case Aug 29 EAD Approval Online in Documents tab
  28. Icecreamcastles
    Hi, this happened to us as well. We received our first NOA2 on May 7, 2022 and then another one May 12, 2022. We never figured out why, and I'm not sure it slowed anything down. I submitted the second NOA2 with my AOS package because that is the date that shows when I checked my case status online. Good luck with the process!
  29.    Chancy reacted to a post in a topic: U-BOX Canada to US
  30. Icecreamcastles
    I did but it was very general. They told me there was no need to be super specific. For example, I had- Box 1: winter clothes, dresses. Box 2: books, notebooks, photo albums. Anything unusual I would mention specifically - like: mask and snorkel, ukulele, mini trampoline. I made a rough list while I was packing and then typed it up. It didn't take much extra time really. It was also very helpful for unpacking as I had a list of where things generally were.
  31. Icecreamcastles
    Yes, online quote was the what I paid. I'm still unpacking, but so far so good!
  32. Icecreamcastles
    Hi, I just moved from Ontario to California and used U-Box. It was pretty easy - they provide all the forms you need, and you can always contact them if you have any questions or concerns. I had no issues with the process or the customer service. I think I paid for some basic insurance but it was optional. Good luck!
  33.    Inveigh reacted to a post in a topic: The dreaded DS-5535 thread for Montreal. Post here and support each other (PART 2)
  34. Icecreamcastles
    I'd say you are very close to the end! I think it's fine to wait until August to book your appointment. The only obstacle I can see is if your police certificate expires around that time, but they are good for 2 years. Here's my DS-5535 timeline for reference: Oct 4, 2022 Interview for K-1 Fiance Visa - Consulate assured me I was approved and kept my passport. Oct 5, 2022 DS-5535 email received. CEAC Status 'Refused'. DS-5535 completed and sent Oct 7, 2022. Nov 2022 Requested passport back from consulate for holiday travel and renewal. Mar 21, 2023 Consulate email request for new medical and passport. (No WOM filed.) Apr 17, 2023 Consulate received medical and passport. Apr 19, 2023 CEAC Status 'Approved' ! Apr 25, 2023 CEAC Status 'Issued' !! Purolator link email received. April 27, 2023 Visa in hand !!!
  35. Icecreamcastles
    I renewed my passport while waiting for the DS5535 to process. When they requested my passport back I sent both my old passport and the new one with a cover letter explaining that I had renewed my passport and had a new number. It didn't seem to be a problem and they issued the K1 visa in my new passport and returned both passports to me.
  36. Icecreamcastles
    I can relate to the frustrations of communicating with the embassy but it can't hurt to have a paper trail of your attempt to inform them. Fingers crossed you will see the end of the AP soon. It is a rough state of limbo for sure!
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