VAWA, Part 9

[Sandra G. 5,023]

27 minutes ago, Lari-ssa said:

I did not renewal my restraining order protection against my ex-husband and I did not have an I-485 interview yet. 

Will be a problem if I don’t have an actualized restraing order? 

It will not be a problem.The restraining  order you filed because you  feared  for you life,  but if you feel there  is no more danger then  there is   no reason to renew ok.

[Over come 50]

6 hours ago, azalea3 said:

Hi All,

 

I went to my AOS interview yesterday and wanted to post my experience in case it is helpful to people.

 

I checked in,  and went to the waiting room. At the time I was scheduled, an officer came out and called my name. She then escorted me to her office. She swore me in and then asked me to sit down. Asked me if my lawyer was coming, and I said no and gave her a signed waiver form. I had already brought a waiver, but if you don't, they have a form for you to fill out and give to them. She asked for my ID, took a picture of my face, checked both my index finger thumbprints. Then she asked for my name, date of birth, parents names, country of citizenship, current address. Asked me a few questions like - are you a member of a terrorist organization, what clubs do you belong to, have you entered the US illegally, have you ever been out of status, have you voted in the US, have you represented yourself as a US  citizen, have you been part of a military anywhere. Then she asked if I was divorced, I said yes and gave her a copy of the divorce decree. I had already submitted it, but for some reason, it was not in the file. Then she let me know that I will need an updated medical examination since mine was more than a year ago. She then said that she can make a decision once my medical exam is received. That was it! It took about 7 minutes. I said that was quicker than I expected, and she said that my case was straightforward. She was friendly and respectful. She didn't ask me any questions about my marriage.

 

Hope this helps you all. Good luck!

Thanks for  Sharing! Congratulations 🍾🎉 

[B.km 11]

5 hours ago, azalea3 said:

06/23/2016 - Mailed package with I-360 and I-485

06/27/2016 - Package received at VSC

07/12/2016 - Received Receipt Notices for I-360 and I-485

07/27/2016 - Received Prima Facie notice

07/29/2016 - Notice of Biometric Appointment

08/12/2016 - Biometric Appointment completed

05/09/2017 - Received I-360 Approval and Notice of Deferred Action

09/27/2017 - Received AOS interview notice - scheduled for 10/24/17

10/24/2017 - AOS interview completed

 

Congrats.. 

Did you receive your interview notice in your mailing address or your lawyer 's address? 

 

[azalea3 28]

2 minutes ago, B.km said:

Congrats.. 

Did you receive your interview notice in your mailing address or your lawyer 's address? 

 

All my communication goes to my lawyer because that is what I listed as my safe address to receive VAWA communication. I since t hen divorced and moved to my own place. But, I'm still electing to receive communication through my lawyer even though they have my updated address. The officer who interviewed me also said that they will send an RFE for updated medical to my lawyer's address.

[justiceseeker 1]

I am so nervous for my interview based on VAWA.it is coming in 2 weeks in chicago office.I submitted my application after 3 years only.Can somebody share what happened in similar interview?do they ask about VAWA case?Do they question the abuse?will they ask about the bona fida of marriage?What happens in this test beside civics and English test?what questions they ask?

Thank you all for your help specially SANDRA.

[NICOLA2017 82]

1 minute ago, justiceseeker said:

I am so nervous for my interview based on VAWA.it is coming in 2 weeks in chicago office.I submitted my application after 3 years only.Can somebody share what happened in similar interview?do they ask about VAWA case?Do they question the abuse?will they ask about the bona fida of marriage?What happens in this test beside civics and English test?what questions they ask?

Thank you all for your help specially SANDRA.

@justiceseeker azalea just posted her Vawa interview check a page back it u see it..she told us what happened ...your Vawa took 3 years ? 

[justiceseeker 1]

13 minutes ago, NICOLA2017 said:

@justiceseeker azalea just posted her Vawa interview check a page back it u see it..she told us what happened ...your Vawa took 3 years ? 

my interview for naturalization not green card.Where I can find posts for that?

Edited October 26, 2017 by justiceseeker

[Hopemama 37]

6 hours ago, sandranj said:

Today is  "Domestic Violence Awareness Day". We  honor  those that have died due to domestic violence and we support the survivors . Make a fashion statment today and wear something PURPLE. 

 

As a domestic violence advocate  I want to say a special thanks to  Visa Journey and to all moderators who  keeps this site working. Visa Journey changed so many  lives, specially those fleeing violence. Here the survivors can  exchange experience, obtain information about  VAWA Law, find people who were abused and develop friendship.

 

To the survivors I want to say  that I am so sorry about what you went through. Do not blame yourself because abuse cannot be justtified.  Do not be ashamed, the abuse inflicted upon you cannot and should not dimish your worth, your life is precious. Rise above the abuse you experienced. Please step up and speak out against abuse.

 

 

Thank you @sandranj. your advocacate is so precious to me. thank you for your time, your dedication.  

[sunkissed1 6]

6 hours ago, sandranj said:

Today is  "Domestic Violence Awareness Day". We  honor  those that have died due to domestic violence and we support the survivors . Make a fashion statment today and wear something PURPLE. 

 

As a domestic violence advocate  I want to say a special thanks to  Visa Journey and to all moderators who  keeps this site working. Visa Journey changed so many  lives, specially those fleeing violence. Here the survivors can  exchange experience, obtain information about  VAWA Law, find people who were abused and develop friendship.

 

To the survivors I want to say  that I am so sorry about what you went through. Do not blame yourself because abuse cannot be justtified.  Do not be ashamed, the abuse inflicted upon you cannot and should not dimish your worth, your life is precious. Rise above the abuse you experienced. Please step up and speak out against abuse.

 

 

Thank you for all your support Sandra. We sure will rise up, and reclaim our self worth and independence. Cheers to you all strong and beautiful ladies.

[NICOLA2017 82]

33 minutes ago, justiceseeker said:

my interview for naturalization not green card.Where I can find posts for that?

@justiceseeker not sure maybe @sandranj can help there 

[sunkissed1 6]

@sandranjplease What qualifies one to file for an adjustment of status with their I-765 under VAWA? I am out of status, already divorced, and don't have any legal status, except for the prima facie I received. Can I file I-765, and I-485 whiles I await a decision to be made on my VAWA? or I will have to wait for VAWA to be approved first before I can adjust status. I hope my question is clear Thank you

[iwillsurvive 254]

4 minutes ago, sunkissed1 said:

@sandranjplease What qualifies one to file for an adjustment of status with their I-765 under VAWA? I am out of status, already divorced, and don't have any legal status, except for the prima facie I received. Can I file I-765, and I-485 whiles I await a decision to be made on my VAWA? or I will have to wait for VAWA to be approved first before I can adjust status. I hope my question is clear Thank you

You can file I-485 at any time. Scroll a few pages back, we had many posts about this. 

[sunkissed1 6]

Just now, iwillsurvive said:

You can file I-485 at any time. Scroll a few pages back, we had many posts about this. 

Thanks for your response, I see that, I am trying to find out who can actually file. Do I have to have been petitioned for something by my ex husband in the past? I will go back and check, I have seen a few post on it, but I don't know anyone's background which let them to file. I just need to make sure I qualify to file. 

[Hope953 37]

4 minutes ago, sunkissed1 said:

Thanks for your response, I see that, I am trying to find out who can actually file. Do I have to have been petitioned for something by my ex husband in the past? I will go back and check, I have seen a few post on it, but I don't know anyone's background which let them to file. I just need to make sure I qualify to file. 

As long as your spouse is a us citizen you can file while your petition for Vawa is pending. You’re self petitioning so nothing is needed from your spouse. Except proof that he is a citizen which classified you as an immediate family

[asimove 23]

4 hours ago, #Godgotthis said:

Thanks for  Sharing! Congratulations 🍾🎉 

thanks