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I don't think it's the same for I-485 cases, i don't think there is any pattern related to the number of cases. Its because many type of visas fall under the family based i-485, it's also FO dependent. I don't think there's a way to know if a I-485 comes from a k1 visa or a overstay of a b1/b2 or immediate relative. 
 

Combo card received today. 

Notified action taken on our case. EAD card produced 8 May.
 
 Yay

I don't think it's the same for I-485 cases, i don't think there is any pattern related to the number of cases. Its because many type of visas fall under the family based i-485, it's also FO dependent. I don't think there's a way to know if a I-485 comes from a k1 visa or a overstay of a b1/b2 or immediate relative. 
 

Hi everyone! I received my GC in the mail 13 days after approval and 3 days after card produced. 
The mail just showed in my mail box, i didn't received any tracking code from uscis neither from usps (i have informed delivery).
 
good luck to everyone who's still waiting🍀

Hi everyone! I received my GC in the mail 13 days after approval and 3 days after card produced. 
The mail just showed in my mail box, i didn't received any tracking code from uscis neither from usps (i have informed delivery).
 
good luck to everyone who's still waiting🍀

Got my EAD approval yesterday! 😭🤩🥳

Finally today after 10 days I am about to receive the approval notice of my GC! 
they are taking their sweet time to produce the card and ship it 
 

Combo card approval listed under I-765 Documents today, 20 Apr. 
 
 

I just got the Combo Cards (EAD & AP) approved yesterday. The online status is still Actively Reviewed by USCIS but the approval notice was uploaded in my USCIS account under Documents section. 


AOS Timeline (DIY)
✈️ Flight to USA: December 20th, 2023
🏛️ Applied for SSN: December 29th, 2023
📬 Received SSN card: January 8th, 2024
💒 Got Married: January 7th, 2024
📤 Mailed AOS, EAD & AP packages (via USPS Priority): January 18th, 2024 (Phoenix Lockbox)
📥 Packages Received by UCSIS: January 22nd, 2024
💸 Check cashed by USCIS: January 26th, 2024
💬 Received USCIS Receipts via text: January 26th, 2024
📬 Received USCIS Receipts (I-797C) letters: February 1st, 2024
📳 Received Biometric Appointment Scheduled Notification: February 1st, 2024
📩 Received USCIS Online Access Code letter: February 5th, 2024
📩 Received Biometric Appointment letter: February 10th, 2024
🗓️ Biometric Appointment Date: February 21st, 2024
📳 Received AOS and EAD are actively reviewed by USCIS Notification: February 21st, 2024
Combo cards (EAD & AP) Approved: April 18th, 2024

In my case took about 2 weeks after receiving approval letter in the mail. But the approval letter itself takes up to 4-6 weeks

Of course! 
NVC timelines are fluctuating and Consulate appointments availability too. 
As far as I know scheduling the interview in Italy for a K1 visa is way faster than for CR1/IR1, also I know many people that requested to be transferred to the Italian consulate and on average it takes probably 2 weeks, and some people requested it directly at the NVC stage before receiving the case # (showing proof of citizenship/permanent residence). I can only speak about my experience and specific embassy, maybe other places are less efficient or have a higher volume of petitions. That's something that needs to be considered too. 

Very cool. Congrats!
 
The USCIS updated on Sunday, or you hadn’t checked in a while?

We just got our GC approved and I never had any update on the EAD/AP. 
Good luck everyone 🍀

Hi!
I recently obtained my Green Card through the K1 visa route, and as many have noted, it comes with its pros and cons.
Personally, I have some reservations about choosing the K1 visa route, primarily because I filed early in 2022 when the average processing time exceeded 15 months. Nowadays, USCIS processes cases much faster, with an average wait time of 7-8 months.
The embassy transfer process is relatively straightforward, particularly if you're transferring to the Italian embassy. Generally, interview slots are readily available. For instance, people are currently booking interviews for mid to late May without much difficulty.
If your priority is to be together as soon as possible, I would recommend opting for the K1 route.
Furthermore, Green Cards, Advance Parole (AP), and Employment Authorization Documents (EAD) are now processed swiftly for K1 visa holders. Many individuals receive their EAD or EAD+AP approvals shortly after biometrics.
Regarding restrictions, such as obtaining a driver's license, it varies significantly by state. For example, I was able to obtain my driver's license in Texas without needing an EAD. However, I've heard that California and other states are more stringent in this regard.

 

Of course! 
NVC timelines are fluctuating and Consulate appointments availability too. 
As far as I know scheduling the interview in Italy for a K1 visa is way faster than for CR1/IR1, also I know many people that requested to be transferred to the Italian consulate and on average it takes probably 2 weeks, and some people requested it directly at the NVC stage before receiving the case # (showing proof of citizenship/permanent residence). I can only speak about my experience and specific embassy, maybe other places are less efficient or have a higher volume of petitions. That's something that needs to be considered too. 

Of course! 
NVC timelines are fluctuating and Consulate appointments availability too. 
As far as I know scheduling the interview in Italy for a K1 visa is way faster than for CR1/IR1, also I know many people that requested to be transferred to the Italian consulate and on average it takes probably 2 weeks, and some people requested it directly at the NVC stage before receiving the case # (showing proof of citizenship/permanent residence). I can only speak about my experience and specific embassy, maybe other places are less efficient or have a higher volume of petitions. That's something that needs to be considered too. 

Our case for AOS got approved!!! 
Found out on USCIS’ website. 
 
Oddly, the approval notice under documents tab mentions that a biometric may be needed and if so, they will send a separate letter. But I doubt that since our biometric was already done for GC and EAD a month ago. 
 
wishing a fast processing for everyone.

At the end, the Request for Evidence (RFE) was regarding my Joint Sponsor's W2, as she files taxes jointly with her husband. Although I had read the instructions, we overlooked her tax return.
 
I have successfully uploaded the RFE response online. Please refrain from spreading misinformation regarding IOE cases/e-files. It appears that your replies in other threads lack updated information

To start, lets clarify that an online agent in EMMA can only provide an Online Activation Code, they cannot generate it.
 
Once the OAC is given, you gain access to that Applicant's online environment for those cases.
If this was a completely different immigrant, the biometrics notice in the online environment would've had a different A-number and different name/DOB.
Seeing that this isn't the case, obviously USCIS somehow assigned a duplicate A-number for the same person.
 
To clarify, the keyword you highlighted is "eventually",, regarding the timeframe someone getting their Biometrics notice.
 
You didn't quite articulate what you meant with the highlighting, so let me just make a general statement: Biometrics appointments for AOS are often scheduled 3 week out, but I have seen the occasional 2 weeks.
This is a very tight timeframe for some, especially considering mail can get lost. It is much safer to contact the EMMA representatives to ask for your OAC as soon as possible, so that you may access the digital version fo the biometrics scheduling letter.
 
And yes, in case you know, the biometrics notice in the online environment is not exactly the same as the physical one mailed to you. However, they accept them as Application Service Centers, something I have done personally.
 
If they receive a physical biometrics notice with the correct A-number, there would be far bigger implications. The existence of two biometrics for the same person, differing only by A-number, would mean there would have to be two duplicate AOS filings for the same person, with duplicate biometrics notices and duplicate MyUSCIS-environments. All differing only in the A-number.
 
Furthermore, OP mentioned that the AOS NOA1s did show correct A-number. Therefore, if the Biometrics notice is visible for them in the online environment under the i-485, which does have the correct A-number, clearly the two A-numbers are connected to the same case. This means that the above theory of "everything might be duplicate" doesn't fly.
 
Lastly, quick search on Google already shows that USCIS does assign new A-number to people at times, for whatever reason or non-reason. There is no need to further double-down on your stance by digging into a deeper complexity.
 
The amount of comments someone has on a single forum cannot be directly equated to knowledge. You have what most would consider a substantial amount of posts on VJ, yet I find your knowledge on the whole lacking and bordering on misinformation.
 
Also, what is your experience with e-files/IOE-cases? Do you keep up-to-date with developments?
I have also seen you claim in a different thread that people that filed on paper but get an e-file (IOE) are somehow not elligble to respond to RFEs via the online environment, which is also not true.

Well, we sent the application to Phoenix PO Box, I did my biometrics in Tucson (where I live) and the case is currently at the NBC

We’ve had no updates since our biometrics until today. 
 
The 765 section has the dreaded ‘your case is taking longer than expected’. 
 
No updates at all on the other 2. 
 
How fun. Yay. 

Same for us! 

UPDATE:
-i485 RFE - 12/19 (for updated vaccines with Civil Surgeon)
-i485 RFE Response - 1/27
-daughter born 2/28; uploaded hospital letter 3/1 of her birth as unsolicited evidence of a bonafide relationship.
-I485 APPROVED - 3/7

I just found out that my GC has been approved! I found the approval notice in the document tab and it’s dated 03/14.
Hoping for a fast approval for everyone 🤞🏻