Called by ICE just after I filed my I130 and I485 forms.

[uzzmet 0]

I got a phone call from ICE on Jan 17th. I filed my I130 and I485 on a week before and got my e-mail notification on Jan 16th and checks cashed at the same day.

A special agent at the phone told me he needs to see my marriage certificate, passport, last I20 which expired 4 months ago and my wife's biographic information. He also said he will ask a few questions like when we met etc. He said it will speed up the process and if I don't attend this appt, my application won't be accepted.

Now I'm confused. I searched online and never found another example similar to mine. Is it okay that people get phone calls like this or should I hire a lawyer. My appointment is tomorrow at Newark ICE.

Thank you in advance.

[Cathi 5,610]

ICE or USCIS?

[uzzmet 0]

I think ICE. The address is he gave me for appointment, 620 Frelinghuysen Ave Newark NJ. And he introduced himself as a special agent. It must be different from an immigration officer. But if it was USCIS, is it usual to get phone calls like this?

[SAT 9,609]

Big difference between ICE and USCIS...the address you gave appears to be ICE. Who has little to do with your pending I-130 and 485. They're in the business of Enforcement (ie removal). And you don't have time to find a lawyer unless you can postpone your appointment. Yes it's time to get a lawyer.

[N-o-l-a 7,167]

Did you fall out of status with your F1?

[milimelo 4,220]

Moving to AOS from work, student, tourist visa.

[uzzmet 0]

I'm sorry for posting in wrong section.

Yes my I20 expired in September and I got married a few days before it expired.

If it helps he asked about my last school and my last I20 on the phone. I'm not the only one who files his/her application while overstayed huh? Do you think it's just because they wanted to see original documents?

[SAT 9,609]

Uzz, you need to explain in detail how your conversation went with the ICE agent. Again, he didn't call you about your I130 or I485. The ICE is the entity that deports you, not immigrate you.

now don't freak out. I'm not saying they will deport you. And yes, many file AOS after their visas expired.

Edited January 21, 2013 by SteveAndTiff

[pieroot 43]

can you even find a lawyer for tomorrow? It does sound a bit concerning.

[Cathi 5,610]

Uzz, you need to explain in detail how your conversation went with the ICE agent. Again, he didn't call you about your I130 or I485. The ICE is the entity that deports you, not immigrate you.

exactly, this is why I asked if it was ICE or USCIS.

[uzzmet 0]

First I got a voice mail on phone someone who says he is special agent ..(name).., his phone number to call him back.

I called him and he was so kind on the phone. First he asked if I'm still attending school or I'm already graduated. He asked if I'm still living at the same address. And he said he needs to see me.

I asked him what should I bring with me. He said marriage certificate, passport, last I20 and my USC wife's biographic information. I asked him to explain what it would be, like a birth certificate. He said yes. He also said he has some questions about my marriage like when I met my wife.

Then he said it's going to speed up my application process or it be denied if I don't see him. He didn't give me an exact date for appointment and asked me when I'm available. We set the date as Tuesday. I asked him if there is something worry about it and if it's better if my wife also come with me. He said it's not necessary, there is nothing to worry.

That's all conversation between us. Of course I'll go to see him.

[hmh33 117]

Bring an immigration lawyer.

Edited January 21, 2013 by hmh33

[SAT 9,609]

I think your best course of action is to call tomorrow morning, postpone your appointment, then find an attorney, and be guided from there...To me, this appointment is not about you adjusting status.

[N-o-l-a 7,167]

I think your best course of action is to call tomorrow morning, postpone your appointment, then find an attorney, and be guided from there...To me, this appointment is not about you adjusting status.

It is about overstaying the F1 most definitely.

[uzzmet 0]

I think it's more serious than I thought. I called a lawyer that I know but couldn't reach him. I'll try to postpone this appointment. Thank you all guys for your quick replies. I'll keep posting about my case.