The nightmare of K-1 AOS

[goadii 0]

Hey everybody --- I have posted here in ages...

My wife had her AOS interview in December of 2005. We were told that she was good from the USCIS side, but that the security checks were still pending. Was told then that she should have her green card in hand within 60 days max.

Well, it's mid April, and I wouldn't be writing if that were only true! Still nothing from them...Senator's office has called twice and was told it is out of their hands.

Anybody else had this issue and would like to sound off? The USCIS side from begin to interview went very quickly...thought that was a blessing, but now it's proving to be kind of a curse...TIA G....

[Jasman0717 8]

Wow, if a Senator's office can't open any doors I don't see anyone here being able to do anything but support your suffering. I did read somewhere that the FBI is suppose to be able to do all background checks in 120 days so it sounds like you should be close to the end of it hopefully. Good luck

[motu 5]

Did you have your biometrics? (fill out your timeline.) Many people are waiting after having biometrics; we waited 8 weeks to get approval but others have waited 6 months. Good Luck

[goadii 0]

Did you have your biometrics? (fill out your timeline.) Many people are waiting after having biometrics; we waited 8 weeks to get approval but others have waited 6 months. Good Luck

Biometrics twice. It's frustrating because everything is completed on the USCIS side of the fence. Just waiting for the FBI to get their asses in gear.

Senator's office got nowhere --- the rep there told me that USCIS relayed this to her, if you can believe it...essentially, when the FBI finds a name that is duplicate during its name check, they have to verify each and every one of them before completing the check. So, if your wife is, say, English, and her name is Ann Jones, you may be screwed, at least along the FBI's line of reasoning.

And, what the heck was the initial K-1 security check for then???

[MaryandMian 1]

They do more extensive checks for the AOS process. Look at my case. Husband interviewed in December 2005 and since it is CR 1 he is in the AOS part now. He is in security checks and we have not been able to get any help or find out anything. Plus, he is not in the USA yet. Just have to pray for patience and hopefully you will see the light of day before much more longer.

Mary

Edited April 21, 2006 by mianishqsrose

[goadii 0]

Thanks for the kind words. Yes, this sucks, but we'll make it through!

[Rocio 0]

[sukie175 0]

Write to Mrs Laura Bush - seriously it has worked for others, there was a thread somewhere

[Jaylen Brit 0]

I heard Charlotte, which will also be MY AOS office, has a waiting time of 2 YEARS for AOS..which IMO is just ridiculous

[Autumnal 25]

Try the Laura Bush route. If your Senator can't get anywhere...

And my last name is now Jones. I'm horrified to think.... They've had almost a year now to find me? FBI, don't nightmare me!

[chili74 0]

Goadii and mianishqsrose, I am very sorry this is happening!!!

we had a long "name check" too for K-1 approval -- I hope it is not repeated for AOS.

Let's stay strong. At least my husband and I are together unlike you, Mary.

[Reba 2]

I heard Charlotte, which will also be MY AOS office, has a waiting time of 2 YEARS for AOS..which IMO is just ridiculous

not true. I submitted my AOS application in April last year, and had my successful AOS interview in February this year. Less than 12 months for me, and others as well around here at VJ. Average IIRC, is around 10 to 13 months. Some may go longer, but seems to be the exception rather than the rule.

[Shemmy 4]

Our FBI check took 7 months to complete after our AOS interview. Our interview was Sept 2005 and we received an approval letter last week.

Good luck and don't lose hope

[Heracles 417]

Just waiting for the FBI to get their asses in gear.

in all fairness they are probably prioritizing protecting the citizens of this country. I would be shocked to hear resources being utilized to fast-track visas, instead of protecting the nation.

[Jaylen Brit 0]

I heard Charlotte, which will also be MY AOS office, has a waiting time of 2 YEARS for AOS..which IMO is just ridiculous

not true. I submitted my AOS application in April last year, and had my successful AOS interview in February this year. Less than 12 months for me, and others as well around here at VJ. Average IIRC, is around 10 to 13 months. Some may go longer, but seems to be the exception rather than the rule.

Glad to hear it - I really dont fancy a 2 year wait. I think I got that time estimate from the official site as well so goes to show VJers are a better source of info!