How can I let the USCIS know what I think of them

[Jun&Scheillo 6]

Other than the VJ website where we filers share our thoughts during this journey. I really have some things on my chest that I would like to share with geniuses that run the USCIS. Apparently, they don't care to accept our evaluations and I feel that they already know what we think of them.

Professionalism, in my book, is another way of using the word 'Honor'. without honor, we the human kind have no responsibility to strive for anything good. A man with no honor will say something today and forgets before sun goes down, simply because he does not have will to keep his word. Same for a Company or an Institution of some kind that should run by a team of professionals. Usually their goal is to maintain a certain level of professionalism in order to achieve a good reputation.

The problem with the USCSI is that it runs below the standards of professionalism, therefore we can not expect real solutions. We just pay the big bucks-and I mean some of us have overpaid and go wait for God knows how long.

There should be no reason for any of us to have to wait 1 day more than what was posted 5months/150days. The extention was already overbearing.

I really don't find this amusing anymore!!

Even when we get the visa, It won't be the same anymore, It's been a real turn off!!

[Penny Lane 8,159]

Even when we get the visa, It won't be the same anymore, It's been a real turn off!!

It won't be the same anymore? I think that speaks of deeper issues rather than just unhappiness with USCIS. Yes, it's a garbage process and doesn't work nearly as smoothly as it should for the amount of money we pay for it ... but we're all working towards the same goal and that's to be with our loved ones.

Personally, as soon as I get my Visa in hand, I won't give two craps about USCIS. Yes, I'll still have to deal with them for my AOS but who cares? I'll be home in the US with my love.

[Ally & Rach 24]

Other than the VJ website where we filers share our thoughts during this journey. I really have some things on my chest that I would like to share with geniuses that run the USCIS. Apparently, they don't care to accept our evaluations and I feel that they already know what we think of them.

Professionalism, in my book, is another way of using the word 'Honor'. without honor, we the human kind have no responsibility to strive for anything good. A man with no honor will say something today and forgets before sun goes down, simply because he does not have will to keep his word. Same for a Company or an Institution of some kind that should run by a team of professionals. Usually their goal is to maintain a certain level of professionalism in order to achieve a good reputation.

The problem with the USCSI is that it runs below the standards of professionalism, therefore we can not expect real solutions. We just pay the big bucks-and I mean some of us have overpaid and go wait for God knows how long.

There should be no reason for any of us to have to wait 1 day more than what was posted 5months/150days. The extention was already overbearing.

I really don't find this amusing anymore!!

Even when we get the visa, It won't be the same anymore, It's been a real turn off!!

Im 100% with you on this.. ill be at 6 months this saturday and have been given nothing in way of explanation as to why its taken so long.. This should have been an exciting time but instead its been frustrating and painful.. I understand what the last poster said but i won't forget all of this.. not just because it soured my experience but due to the fact nothings going to change and thousands more will go through the same thing..

[Penny Lane 8,159]

I didn't say I would forget it. I said it wouldn't really matter anymore in the big picture. It's just a hurdle we have to jump over to start our lives the way we want to. It's probably not even the most stressful thing we'll go through in our relationships, to be honest.

[sara..... 371]

you have to remember that its a governmental art at work that is an equal opportunity employer

many of us have suffered at the hands of the service centers and our petitions dragged on with out the visa coming even after the interview ........tell them what you think will not help your case all you can do is try to change it be lobbing or what ever makes you feel like your getting something done.......your in my prayers

sara

[Al422 221]

Oh, I could do a lot with this. As many of you who have been reading my stinging comments know, I liken the USCIS to something from George Orwell's novel 1984.

But I have to restrain myself at this time, as I cannot lose sight of my primary responsibility, which is to secure the visa in the shortest amount of time possible.

Once I am beyond the reach of the USCIS's icy grip of death, I will have much more to say.

[Al422 221]

I was drawn to her and to everything about her. And when we met, I knew this was the woman who would be my wife. I courted her, we fell in love, and then I proposed marriage.

But wait a moment, said the State. We need to check this person out. Before we let you marry her, we need to find some things out. We need to know if she is an enemy of the State. We need to know if she might become an enemy of the State. We need to know if she is healthy and fit enough to contribute to the State. And we need to know if her morals meet the standards set by the State. Until we know these things, we will not let you marry her.

Knowing that there is no way around the power of the State and the stranglehold that the State has on people’s lives, I begrudgingly filled out the mountains of forms the State wants me to complete. Among other things, I had to tell the State about her lineage and the birthplace of her parents, as well as whether she was married in the past and to whom.

When I finally filled out the mountains of the State’s forms, I submitted them to the State along with the huge amount of money the State demanded to provide me with this “service”.

At first, the State acknowledged receiving the forms, but then months and months went by, and I heard nothing. While the State remained silent, my future wife was stranded in the foreign land I found her in, far outside of the lands of the State, as they would not admit her into the State’s lands until she passed their muster.

I tried finding out where the State stood on whether my future wife was good enough for them or not, but the State gave me nothing but silence. So I called on some powerful State officials who inquired for me, only to be told by the State that they will get to it when they get to it, maybe in five months and maybe longer. Between now and the time that the State decides to get to it, my future wife can remain in the foreign land I found her in, we can stay separated, and the State simply does not care. Besides, says the State, I should be grateful that the State is spending 15 minutes of their valuable time on a puny being like me to save me from my own choice of lifetime mates, and I should consider myself lucky if they find those 15 minutes in 5 months and not many months later.

So here I wait, with my life on hold and my future wife uncertain about where she will live and when she will get there. And I wait, and wait, and wait.

Where is this story from?

1. A page from a script of George Orwell’s 1984.

2. A secret diary written in Nazi Germany in 1939.

3. An underground web page from present day North Korea.

4. A private blog from a Saudi prince wanting to marry a commoner.

5. A citizen of the United States of America wanting to marry another consenting adult in his own country.

We all know the correct answer. But how many people not married to or looking for a foreign bride could ever imagine something like this happening in the land of the free?

Why does it take the USCIS five months to do fifteen minutes of work? What business that charges you $455.00 to perform fifteen minutes of work, makes you wait five months for that work to be done, and gives you zero feedback on how that work is progressing would stay in business? Why does a government that is supposed to be the best one in the world work this badly?

And while we are at it, who the hell is the government to stand in judgment over my choice of wife anyway?

[Adilet&Venera 2]

Here is the contact information if you want to provide your feedback to the CSC.

"To comment on the services provided at this office, please write to the Center Director at

US Citizenship and Immigration Services

California Service Center

24000 Avila Rd, 2nd Floor

Laguna Niguel, CA 92677"

[Blob18 111]

Here is VSC + some:

We strive to provide quality service to our customers. If we have not lived up to this commitment, we would like to know. If we have met or exceeded your expectations, please let us know that as well. To comment on the services provided at this office, please write to the Center Director, at:

U.S. Department of Homeland Security

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

P.O. Box 1000

Saint Albans, Vermont 05479.

Note in the heading of the letter and on the envelope: "FOR THE PERSONAL ATTENTION OF THE DIRECTOR."

If you feel you were mistreated by a USCIS employee, or wish to make a complaint of misconduct by a USCIS employee, you may write to the Center Director, or write directly to the:

Director, Office of Internal Audit

425 Eye Street, NW

Room 3260

Washington, DC 20536

Please be specific and reference specific case numbers and dates to provide the best way for us to understand and assess your complaint.

[Brother Hesekiel 2,235]

Where is this story from?

1. A page from a script of George Orwell's 1984.

2. A secret diary written in Nazi Germany in 1939.

3. An underground web page from present day North Korea.

4. A private blog from a Saudi prince wanting to marry a commoner.

5. A citizen of the United States of America wanting to marry another consenting adult in his own country.

We all know the correct answer. But how many people not married to or looking for a foreign bride could ever imagine something like this happening in the land of the free?

Why does it take the USCIS five months to do fifteen minutes of work? What business that charges you $455.00 to perform fifteen minutes of work, makes you wait five months for that work to be done, and gives you zero feedback on how that work is progressing would stay in business? Why does a government that is supposed to be the best one in the world work this badly?

And while we are at it, who the hell is the government to stand in judgment over my choice of wife anyway?

What a great opportunity to say something unpopular!

According to the latest census, there are currently about 310,828,691 people living in the US. Although the Census doesn't tell you how many of those are of Russian descent (if this is what rocks your boat), it's fair to assume that there are more potentially suitable spouses for you than you can possibly check out in your lifetime.

The US Government does not regulate who you can marry, as long as it's a human being (no space robots, no animals) of the opposite gender. What you asked the US Government (not the State) for is to import yet another foreigner from a country that was the US's largest enemy for a very long time, shortly after a Russian Spy ring was exposed.

It is only reasonable for a government, any government, to secure its country's borders and make sure that no unauthorized aliens can enter it or live with it. The US Government takes this mandate very seriously.

[carla1 4]

What a great opportunity to say something unpopular!

According to the latest census, there are currently about 310,828,691 people living in the US. Although the Census doesn't tell you how many of those are of Russian descent (if this is what rocks your boat), it's fair to assume that there are more potentially suitable spouses for you than you can possibly check out in your lifetime.

The US Government does not regulate who you can marry, as long as it's a human being (no space robots, no animals) of the opposite gender. What you asked the US Government (not the State) for is to import yet another foreigner from a country that was the US's largest enemy for a very long time, shortly after a Russian Spy ring was exposed.

It is only reasonable for a government, any government, to secure its country's borders and make sure that no unauthorized aliens can enter it or live with it. The US Government takes this mandate very seriously.

Bob, your response seems very harsh and uncaring. The writer was sharing his sense of despair, anger and hopelessness. The truth is that it is very, very, very difficult to be in a situation that you have no control over. And even worse....no information from the "powers that be".

Personally I thought his post was very well written and can relate to what he wrote. If that invokes a 2nd harsh response from you, so be it.

[Fofochinho73 8]

What a great opportunity to say something unpopular!

According to the latest census, there are currently about 310,828,691 people living in the US. Although the Census doesn't tell you how many of those are of Russian descent (if this is what rocks your boat), it's fair to assume that there are more potentially suitable spouses for you than you can possibly check out in your lifetime.

The US Government does not regulate who you can marry, as long as it's a human being (no space robots, no animals) of the opposite gender. What you asked the US Government (not the State) for is to import yet another foreigner from a country that was the US's largest enemy for a very long time, shortly after a Russian Spy ring was exposed.

It is only reasonable for a government, any government, to secure its country's borders and make sure that no unauthorized aliens can enter it or live with it. The US Government takes this mandate very seriously.

That was ridiculous. I completely understand why people come here illegally and have no problem with it anymore. This country was founded by immigrants. Ask any american where their ancestors hail from! We are all immigrants!!! Securing the borders is one thing that obviously needs to be done, but to make it a reasonable process to come here legally is something that needs to be done first and foremost. The OP nailed it on the head. His post reminded me of my favorite episode of "The Twilight Zone" titled "The Obsolete Man". I would recommend anyone watching it, you will see the similarities. As for you Mr. Bob and people like you, illegals, legals and all people are only seeking means to better their lives and the lives of their families. It is amazing to me how many people think like this, looking so harshly at those trying to simply better their situation. The government is tearing apart families and in so doing is worsening the economy and weakening one of the greatest countries in the world. I am not from Utah but recently I came across one measure their government is taking to push for reasonable immigration reform. It is called the Utah Compact and is a great start at what this country needs to focus on. http://www.utahcompact.com/ I would refer anyone who seeks changes in USCIS to it as well as anyone who wishes to bring families together, the right way. We all just want the same thing, progress! I've said my peace.

[tom&tanya 48]

" Before we let you marry her, we need to find some things out. "

Respectfully ... no they are not saying anything of the sort.

You are free to marry anyone you want. But your spouse is bound by the laws of The United States of America and he or she needs a visa in order to enter legally. Let's try to remember that these visas are a benefit (not a right) of OUR citizenship and NOT a right that is given to our Fiancées or spouses. If they tried to apply for one themselves it would take years to get ... if ever.

We all remember the frustrations and pain of waiting for our loved ones. Keep your eye on the prize... the day will come. Once it does, all the frustration you feel towards USCIS will dissipate.

Then get ready for AOS! I found it a much easier process and the fact that your loved one is with you makes it a much less painful experience.

Hang in there.

[Ally & Rach 24]

Bob, your response seems very harsh and uncaring. The writer was sharing his sense of despair, anger and hopelessness. The truth is that it is very, very, very difficult to be in a situation that you have no control over. And even worse....no information from the "powers that be".

Personally I thought his post was very well written and can relate to what he wrote. If that invokes a 2nd harsh response from you, so be it.

Absolutely agree with you 100% Carla1.. That was harsh Bob.. The guy is in pain like the rest of us and put his point across really well..

[Blob18 111]

What a great opportunity to say something unpopular!

According to the latest census, there are currently about 310,828,691 people living in the US. Although the Census doesn't tell you how many of those are of Russian descent (if this is what rocks your boat), it's fair to assume that there are more potentially suitable spouses for you than you can possibly check out in your lifetime.

The US Government does not regulate who you can marry, as long as it's a human being (no space robots, no animals) of the opposite gender. What you asked the US Government (not the State) for is to import yet another foreigner from a country that was the US's largest enemy for a very long time, shortly after a Russian Spy ring was exposed.

It is only reasonable for a government, any government, to secure its country's borders and make sure that no unauthorized aliens can enter it or live with it. The US Government takes this mandate very seriously.

Yea, our government has been sooooo good at doing that. Hell, they told ICE to stop deporting illegals at one point who got arrested by county/state police...The government causes more problems when it comes to immigration than it helps. Our borders right now are as porous as a sponge.

Edited January 3, 2011 by Blob18