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Hi everyone,

I hope someone can help me. I did an extensive Google search and even called USCIS but I can't quite find an answer to my question, and frankly, I'm freaking out a bit.

My husband and I received an RFE back in May with a deadline of August 17th to submit it. We went on a few, small vacations - the last one ending August 2nd - and we really wanted to wait to include pictures, documents, receipts, etc. from all of those trips, incl. the most recent one. I mailed the packet (finally) via certified mail and it arrived Aug 9th. Unfortunately the USPS lady didn't understand that I want someone to sign for the packet upon delivery, so there's no signature confirmation (UGH!). Now, My Case Status on USCIS is not updating. Aug 17th, the deadline, is merely days away and I have no idea where my RFE materials are. I called USCIS earlier to talk to them and the gentleman on the phone said, when I asked what I should do, told me to just wait and they'll get to it eventually. Now on to my question....

a) I read about multiple cases where USCIS claims they never received the RFE packet. Can this happen even though I sent it certified? :(

b) Is it normal that the My Case Status is not updating? It still shows our change of address back in May as the most recent occurrence

c) I can apply for citizenship at the end of September... what happens if I do (I am planning to), then USCIS comes back and says they never received the RFE?

I'm honestly mortified. I just quit my f/t job a few weeks ago because I will be going back to school. My husband makes enough to get us through , we're both still young and don't have savings. I'm on the verge of having a nervous breakdown thinking about getting a lawyer or rather, having to pay for one with money we don't have. :(

UGH!!!

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This is the question I forgot to ask, and I can't edit.

What happens if my 1-year NOA extension expires, and I haven't heard back from USCIS yet? Does that mean I have to quit my job/quit school and wait for them to respond?
My GC expired in Dec 2012, and so my extension would expire Dec 2013. I'm honestly terrified. :(

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If your extension is going to expire you just have to go to your local USCIS office and ask for another extension. Also, my case status didn't update either even after I got delivery confirmation for my RFE packet. No touches or anything. So don't worry about that.

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Filed: Citizen (apr) Country: Kenya
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As far as updating, I think you are okay. I think it takes a little while to update.I would not panic about that.

About the mailing, did you request tracking?

The USPS has a new process where the tracking and signing is on the same form. When I mailed mine, they have a new red print form that is both the tracker and signer. But since this did not happen, did you get tracking. If so, that should be enough.

If none of this happened, honestly panic will not help. Not everyone's files are lost so hopefully, yours is not.

All the best

Filed: Citizen (apr) Country: Greece
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Posted

Hi everyone,

I hope someone can help me. I did an extensive Google search and even called USCIS but I can't quite find an answer to my question, and frankly, I'm freaking out a bit.

My husband and I received an RFE back in May with a deadline of August 17th to submit it. We went on a few, small vacations - the last one ending August 2nd - and we really wanted to wait to include pictures, documents, receipts, etc. from all of those trips, incl. the most recent one. I mailed the packet (finally) via certified mail and it arrived Aug 9th. Unfortunately the USPS lady didn't understand that I want someone to sign for the packet upon delivery, so there's no signature confirmation (UGH!). Now, My Case Status on USCIS is not updating. Aug 17th, the deadline, is merely days away and I have no idea where my RFE materials are. I called USCIS earlier to talk to them and the gentleman on the phone said, when I asked what I should do, told me to just wait and they'll get to it eventually. Now on to my question....

a) I read about multiple cases where USCIS claims they never received the RFE packet. Can this happen even though I sent it certified? sad.png

b) Is it normal that the My Case Status is not updating? It still shows our change of address back in May as the most recent occurrence

c) I can apply for citizenship at the end of September... what happens if I do (I am planning to), then USCIS comes back and says they never received the RFE?

I'm honestly mortified. I just quit my f/t job a few weeks ago because I will be going back to school. My husband makes enough to get us through , we're both still young and don't have savings. I'm on the verge of having a nervous breakdown thinking about getting a lawyer or rather, having to pay for one with money we don't have. sad.png

UGH!!!

a) If you had tracking and delivery confirmation (even without a signature) then you know your package got delivered. Don't worry about what has happened to other people - not everyone sends it with tracking. If USCIS claimed they didn't get your package, you have proof of delivery to challenge them with.

b) Completely normal. There are tons of people who get an approval letter for their ROC and the online status never updates. I wouldn't read anything into it. Also, if the package only got there Aug 9, they probably haven't even looked at it yet. It usually takes a few weeks for RFE responses to be processed.

c) Again, if you have proof of delivery, you can challenge their claim. But since this is a bit of a far-fetched scenario, I would urge you not to worry, particularly since there's nothing that's worth worrying about at this stage.

This is the question I forgot to ask, and I can't edit.

What happens if my 1-year NOA extension expires, and I haven't heard back from USCIS yet? Does that mean I have to quit my job/quit school and wait for them to respond?

My GC expired in Dec 2012, and so my extension would expire Dec 2013. I'm honestly terrified. sad.png

Nope. Since you applied for ROC within the time window allowed, you continue to be a permanent resident with all the rights a permanent resident has until there is a decision on your case. If a year goes by and you still don't have a new green card and the extension letter expires, you should make an InfoPass appointment with your local USCIS office and they will give you an extension stamp on your passport for another year.

My CR1 timeline (DCF London):
June 26, 2010 - civil wedding
Aug 2, 2010 - I-130 package mailed to the London Consulate (DCF)
Aug 9, 2010 - NOA1 (confirmation of receipt) via email
Sep 4, 2010 - religious wedding
Oct 21, 2010 - NOA2
Nov 25, 2010 - Case number received in the mail
Nov 29, 2010 - Medical
Dec 1, 2010 - DS-230I & DS-2001 forms mailed back
Feb 1, 2011 - Interview - APPROVED!!!
Feb 7, 2011 - Passport with Visa received via courier
June 7, 2011 - POE Los Angeles (LAX)
June 18, 2011 - 2-Year Green card received in the mail!!!

My ROC journey:
April 2, 2013 - I-751 package mailed to California Service Center

April 3, 2013 - NOA1 date
April 8, 2013 - check cleared
May 6, 2013 - Biometrics completed

July 25, 2013 - 10 year green card APPROVED!! (notification via text and email, and website updated)

July 29, 2013 - ROC approval letter received in the mail

July 31, 2013 - 10 year green card received in the mail!!!

My N-400 journey:

March 19, 2014 - N-400 package mailed to Phoenix, AZ Lockbox

March 24, 2014 - NOA1 date and Priority Date

March 27, 2014 - Check cleared

April 21, 2014 - Biometrics done

May 7, 2014 - In line for interview

June 23, 2014 - Scheduled for interview

July 28, 2014 - Interview - PASSED!!

July 30, 2014 - In line for oath

July 31, 2014 - Scheduled for oath

Aug 2, 2014 - Oath letter received

Aug 27, 2014 - Oath ceremony, I am a US citizen!!!

Sep 11, 2014 - US passport received

Filed: Citizen (apr) Country: Germany
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Posted

There is nothing to worry about cases are taking very long, it sucks. I filed in July 2012 and recieved an RFE in march and still no updates. They dont usually tell if they recieved it. I just got back from my info pass appointment to extend my status. All you have to do is go USCIS website and make an appointment and bring your passport and put a stamp in it. Also do a service request either by phone or e-request. You can also ask to speak to officer about your case, I did and all they told me was that my case was at my local field office waiting for interview. But i had to wait 92 mins on hold to find that out. lol

Good luck with everything

Removal of Conditions I-751 NOA = July 23, 2012BIO = August 23, 2012RFE = March 28, 2013RFE Sent = April 5, 2013Service Request = June 5, 2013Service Request = August 5, 2013Info Pass = August 15, 2013I-751 Interview = November 21, 2013Production of New Card = December 5, 2013Card Shipped = December 10, 2013Card Received = December 14, 2013Naturalization N-400Sent = September 12, 2013Received = September 19, 2013Notice Date = September 23, 2013BIO = October 21, 2013 In-Line = January 28, 2014Interview = March 6, 2014<p>Oath = April 25, 2014
 
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