Congratulations! Maybe one more data point for the risk based approach yielding these ~6 month turnaround cases?
JenIE - hoping your case is similarly speedy!
I would try not to stress. The only other thing I can think of is that it might be slower processing from the USPS lockbox versus the courier packages. I would wait a couple more weeks before you worry. I've also heard of folks not getting any text/email and then the NOA just showing up in the mail.
Did you include your Alien number? Did you include a cover letter? Did you include the correctly formatted check in the correct amount? Did you and your spouse sign the I-751?
I think either is fine = just make sure you follow these instructions (look at the how to fill your check instructions) - https://www.uscis.gov/forms/filing-fees
They cashed my check as well, so once I get the I-797 the long wait begins. I included the original slip from my GC with my application, not sure if that has sped up them inputting it into the system or not.
Nope sorry - I'm just beginning this whole fun journey. I filed Jan 7, 2023, case received January 9, text message yesterday January 11. I WISH Potomac was that quick
They should not ask for this unless he changes employer. If he does change employer, all he needs is an unrestricted social security card and state drivers license (two acceptable pieces of evidence for I-9).
Where are you getting that from? It is contradicted here - https://www.uscis.gov/forms/uscis-early-filing-calculator
In other news, my case got accepted and got the SMS today.
We've been married since early 2020 (and would be filing N400 in January of 2024), so I don't think this reasoning applies? I was referring to 2yrs 9 months of being a permanent resident.
Makes sense in terms of the buffer period of a few days.
I’d like to be able to vote in 2024 so plan to file at the 2yrs 9 months (plus one day) mark! I also want the I-751 process over as fast as possible.
Unfortunately nobody can tell you. For some folks it is weeks, others it is months, and others still it is years. 2-3 months for biometrics reuse notice is the "norm" but as with all things USCIS, there is no true "normal".