1-130 for son stuck in Chcago lockbox forTEN months now-HELPPP

[Eve n Reed Mccann 1]

My husband applied for i-130 for my son{his step son} in August 2012 and the USCIS accepted it in August 28th 2012. We knew that it takes about 5 months for the processing time because mine did take exactly 5 months And we knew in February 2013 that his case was going to be approved too, but alas we heard nothing from the USCIS. Our efforts to inquire about our sons case went in vain even after numerous calls to their offices to inquire about what was going on what they could tell us is that his case was still in INITIAL REVIEW what we already know this because we always check his case status. Our son is only five years old, his going to be six in July 12th what is there to have reviewed for ten months in a case of a five year old child , in August next month his case is going to have been stuck in the USCIS offices in Chicago for one year now. we are desperate and frustrated over this, we did even send letters of expedition but we haven't received any news from them, we are afraid that my sons case has disappeared in the Chicago USCIS offices. someone please advice on our issue and what action to take next plsssssss help ?????????

Frustrated Parent.

[Nina and Erwin 16]

I can't imagine what you are going through. I would call and call and call again my local congressman.. and I would might even visit. I was just complaining on my own topic about this very situation. This is a child.. not a Threat. Not some love struck individual.. pining away for the "finally" love of their life. What a disgrace to family!.. I am so sorry for what you are going through. I wish we could all stand up for each other.. without worrying about jeopardizing our own situations. I may start rallying for something like that. keep us posted.

[dwheels76 5,463]

My husband applied for i-130 for my son{his step son} in August 2012 and the USCIS accepted it in August 28th 2012. We knew that it takes about 5 months for the processing time because mine did take exactly 5 months And we knew in February 2013 that his case was going to be approved too, but alas we heard nothing from the USCIS. Our efforts to inquire about our sons case went in vain even after numerous calls to their offices to inquire about what was going on what they could tell us is that his case was still in INITIAL REVIEW what we already know this because we always check his case status. Our son is only five years old, his going to be six in July 12th what is there to have reviewed for ten months in a case of a five year old child , in August next month his case is going to have been stuck in the USCIS offices in Chicago for one year now. we are desperate and frustrated over this, we did even send letters of expedition but we haven't received any news from them, we are afraid that my sons case has disappeared in the Chicago USCIS offices. someone please advice on our issue and what action to take next plsssssss help ?????????

Frustrated Parent.

Why haven't you scheduled a Infopass appointment at the office where your case is/ you need to do that ASAP tomorrow. Than after that involve your congressman/senator. Too long sitting on this dear.

[Larry&Sam 5]

This is very sad ..I hope you get this sorted ASAP...

[NikLR 13,220]

***moved to bringing family members of USC forum as this is not a spousal visa ***

I agree you need to be emailing the ombudsman, talking to your congressman's liaison and talking to your senator! Make an infopass and talk to the I-130 unit supervisor and ask them what is going on with this case!

[stevie b 141]

Why haven't you scheduled a Infopass appointment at the office where your case is/ you need to do that ASAP tomorrow. Than after that involve your congressman/senator. Too long sitting on this dear.

+1

[Eve n Reed Mccann 1]

Thank you. I had no idea on the info pass, i just made an appointment the offices are in Chicago three hours away from us but will certainly try to get there. Hopefully we should be able to know whats going on. I already contacted the Senators office in regards to this case, they are also helping us out because they also think this is ridiculous . Hopefully we will hear from them soon. Thank you for the information deeply appreciated- this matter has cost me so many sleepless nights,stress and just so much pressure.

[staceluvyou 6]

My son's case has been stuck at Benifits Center for 9 months. I contacted my senators office and after hearing nothing i decided to call customer care and ask to speak to a tier 2 person. I was told by the IO that my case has been at the Atlanta Field Office since November 2012. I related this info to my congress rep. yesterday i got an email from him saying uscis told him the case was approved yesterday and sent to the nvc. But when i check my case status online it still says Initial Review. I have and infopass appointment with them for next week also. If i don't get a noa2 in the mail before then i will be going down there anyway.