Sandy&Rob's US Immigration Timeline
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Petitioner's Name: Rob
Beneficiary's Name: Sandy
VJ Member: Sandy&Rob
Country: Germany
Last Updated: 2009-02-17
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Immigration Checklist for Rob & Sandy:
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USCIS I-129F Petition:
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Dept of State K1 Visa:
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USCIS I-485 Petition:
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USCIS I-765 Petition:
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USCIS I-131 Petition:
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USCIS I-751 Petition:
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USCIS N-400 Petition:
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K1 Visa
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| Event |
Date |
| Service Center : |
California Service Center |
| Transferred? |
No |
| Consulate : |
Frankfurt, Germany |
| I-129F Sent : |
2007-12-11 |
| I-129F NOA1 : |
2007-12-13 |
| I-129F RFE(s) : |
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| RFE Reply(s) : |
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| I-129F NOA2 : |
2008-05-08 |
| NVC Received : |
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| Date Case #, IIN, and BIN assigned : |
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| NVC Left : |
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| Consulate Received : |
2008-05-27 |
| Packet 3 Received : |
2008-05-29 |
| Packet 3 Sent : |
2008-06-30 |
| Packet 4 Received : |
2008-07-10 |
| Interview Date : |
2008-08-07 |
| Interview Result : |
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Second Interview
(If Required): |
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| Second Interview Result: |
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| Visa Received : |
2008-08-12 |
| US Entry : |
2008-08-24 |
| Marriage : |
2008-09-06 |
| Comments : |
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Processing
Estimates/Stats : |
Your I-129f was approved in 147 days from your NOA1 date.
Your interview took 238 days from your I-129F NOA1 date. |
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Port of Entry Review
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| Event |
Date |
| Port of Entry : |
Chicago |
| POE Date : |
2008-08-24 |
| Got EAD Stamp : |
No |
| Biometrics Taken : |
Yes |
| Harassment Level : |
0 |
| Comments : |
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Adjustment of Status
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Date |
| CIS Office : |
Chicago IL |
| Date Filed : |
2008-09-17 |
| NOA Date : |
2008-09-19 |
| RFE(s) : |
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| Bio. Appt. : |
2008-10-16 |
| AOS Transfer** : |
2008-10-14 |
| Interview Date : |
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| Approval / Denial Date : |
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| Approved : |
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| Got I551 Stamp : |
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| Greencard Received: |
2009-02-14 |
| Comments : |
Was transferred to California.
I got my Green Card even 3 days before the approval notice :)) |
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Employment Authorization
Document
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| Event |
Date |
| CIS Office : |
Chicago National Office |
| Filing Method : |
Mail |
| Filing Instance : |
First |
| Date Filed : |
2008-09-17 |
| NOA Date : |
2008-09-19 |
| RFE(s) : |
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| Bio. Appt. : |
2008-10-17 |
| Approved Date : |
2008-11-26 |
| Date Card Received : |
2008-12-06 |
| Comments : |
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Processing
Estimates/Stats : |
Your EAD was approved in 70 days. |
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Advance Parole
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| Event |
Date |
| CIS Office : |
Chicago National Office |
| Filing Method : |
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| Filing Instance : |
First |
| Date Filed : |
2008-09-17 |
| NOA Date : |
2008-09-19 |
| RFE(s) : |
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| Date Received : |
2008-12-03 |
| Comments : |
I can go home for Christmas, yayyy!!! |
Processing
Estimates/Stats : |
Your AP was approved in 70 days. |
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Member Reviews:
Consulate Review: Frankfurt, Germany
Review Topic: K1 Visa
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Description |
| Review Date : |
August 9, 2008 |
| Embassy Review : |
I went to Frankfurt on Tue, Aug 5 and stayed for two nights. On Wed, Aug 6 I had my medical. If you go there early enough you don't have to wait too long. All in all it only took me an hour. First I had to fill in a form about my medical history, then I had to go downstairs for the blood and urine tests and the x-ray. Then back upstairs for an exam with the doctor. She asked some questions, and did a quick exman, including an eye test (I wonder why that was necessary... not that there's anything wrong with my eyes, but what if? Would it matter??).
The staff was really nice, especially the woman who took my blood. The doctor was a bit grumpy, but since I don't want to marry HER, I didn't really care 
So on the 7th I had the dreaded interview. All I can say is, don't be nervous. It was a piece of cake, really!
I took a taxi from my hotel to the consulate and was there at about 6:50; my appointment was scheduled for 7:30. At 7:00 they let everybody in, did a security check (small bags are allowed, just no luggage; you can also bring a small bottle of water), and in I was. It took about half an hour until I was called to the first counter (#23). I had to give the woman there my passport, a photo and the payment slip. She gave me a big envelope that I had to put my name and a stamp onto (you can buy them there) and instructions about what order my documents have to be in. I sat down and waited again. Then I was called to the next counter (#19). The lady there was really nice, she went through my application with me, took all my documents and told me everything about the visa. She said that if my medical is ok (they would get the results a day later) I'll get my visa within a week.
Then I waited again, and finally I was called to the third counter, where the actual interview took place. It consisted of ONE question!!! First the officer made me sign that one form that you're not allowed to sign at home, then he asked me how me and my fiancé met. I told him that I was engaged to a German man with the same name who, a few years ago, got an e-mail from the American Rob, who had googled his own name. They started writing to each other, then me and the American Rob started writing, too, became friends and finally fell in love.
That was that. He took my fingerprints and told me I was all set. What??? I had a bag full of stuff to prove my relationship and he didn't want to see a single thing 
At 8:30 I left the consulate - visa approved! Yayyyy!!!
BTW, the security staff there is really friendly, just smile at them and say good morning |
| Rating : |
Very Good |
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POE Review: Chicago
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| Event |
Description |
| Entry Date : |
2008-08-24 |
| Embassy Review : |
How easy! The immigration line was pretty long, but moved on fast, it took maybe 20-30 minutes to wait. The officer was friendly and fast, 2 minutes and I was done. He asked me where my fiance was, I said, He better be waiting outside
He also wanted to know how we met and reminded me that we only have 90 days to get married. I'm glad things went so smoothly! |
| Harassment Level : |
Low |
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Timeline Comments: None yet, be the first!
*Notice about estimates: The estimates are based off averages of other members recent experiences
(documented in their timelines) for the same benefit/petition/application at the same filing location.
Individual results may vary as every case is not always 'average'. Past performance does not necessarily
predict future results. The 'as early as date' may change over time based on current reported processing
times from members. There have historically been cases where a benefit/petition/application processing
briefly slows down or stops and this can not be predicted. Use these dates as reference only and do not
rely on them for planning. As always you should check the
USCIS processing times to see if your application
is past due.
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