January 2018 AOS Filers

[helnazedain 68]

16 hours ago, Stt said:

Hey BoredToDeath

Hang in there its tough especially the waiting game. This entire process is very frustrating but just keep focused. You can try volunteering that would get u out the house! I volunteer at the boys and girls club twice per week for a couple hrs, and I make the library my second home (I'm an avid reader) I try to fill the gaps with tv series but I must admit its not easy. I've gained almost 20lbs since I stopped working 😢 so now I'm getting bk into the habit of working out and trying to focus on that else I'm going to lose my mind. 

I have gained 30lbs since I got here and it's starting to get depressing. @.@ Hopefully we get approved right after our interview on Apr 3 so I can regain my freedom. I love computer gaming and I am pretty introverted (no problem socializing, I just prefer being alone) so I haven't had major issues about being stuck at home or feeling homesick... but after seeing that I went from 120 to 150lbs in 7months, I was alarmed. Yeah I can work out at home but it bores me to tears. I need my freedom back! 

[Nouchigang 200]

Not trying to freak anybody out, I just wanted to share what I found online about RFIE and RFe so that we are all well aware on what to expect on processing times.

If you received a request for additional evidence RFE, they just do a pause on your file and start back on it when they receive your response and resume adjudicating it.

 

On the other side when you receive a RFiE a request for initial evidence, which is my case for a birth certificate and translation for example, the clock starts back at 0 on the date they receive your response and it does affect the processing of your EAD/AP as well.  I am very sad because this means I should not expect my EAD until late May or so unless I get a job letter and try to expedite. I did a couple job interviews this week, we will see how it goes and if they are willing to wait for me.

 

But you could be lucky and it does not affect you, I have read some cases were they received RFIEs and got approved within 90 days. Also we all know USCIS, they make rules and dont always follow it and other facts come into consideration like background checks etc...

 

Found the info here: https://www.uscis.gov/forms/tip-sheet-employment-authorization-applications-pending-more-75-days

 

Anywho, just wanted to put it out there.

 

Have a good weekend.

 

Edited March 10, 2018 by Nouchigang

[GEOntificator 282]

Does anyone know if F1 AOS timeline is any different than K-1?

[Lindsayacbeck 14]

7 hours ago, Nouchigang said:

Not trying to freak anybody out, I just wanted to share what I found online about RFIE and RFe so that we are all well aware on what to expect on processing times.

If you received a request for additional evidence RFE, they just do a pause on your file and start back on it when they receive your response and resume adjudicating it.

 

On the other side when you receive a RFiE a request for initial evidence, which is my case for a birth certificate and translation for example, the clock starts back at 0 on the date they receive your response and it does affect the processing of your EAD/AP as well.  I am very sad because this means I should not expect my EAD until late May or so unless I get a job letter and try to expedite. I did a couple job interviews this week, we will see how it goes and if they are willing to wait for me.

 

But you could be lucky and it does not affect you, I have read some cases were they received RFIEs and got approved within 90 days. Also we all know USCIS, they make rules and dont always follow it and other facts come into consideration like background checks etc...

 

Found the info here: https://www.uscis.gov/forms/tip-sheet-employment-authorization-applications-pending-more-75-days

 

Anywho, just wanted to put it out there.

 

Have a good weekend.

 

I read this online, so I called USCIS to ask about it. The person that I spoke with said that they do not restart the clock at 0. A RFIE will slow down your processing because they have to wait for your response, but there is no official restarting of the process. I also had a RFIE, and my work authorization expires in June, so I am starting to get really nervous. I love my job and don't want to jeopardize it.

Did you get your biometrics appointment yet? Luckily I had mine before my RFIE (more than a month ago).

If I do not have my EAD by the middle of April, I will get my employer to help me put together an expedite request. I've been with the company for a few years, so they would lose money. The person I spoke with on the phone told me that the best way to have a successful expedite request is to show that someone will be losing money that they need. They said that the request would be more successful if I showed that my employer would lose money. I guess they are more sympathetic to businesses than individuals because we are supposed to have planned for lost income as part of the AOS/GC process...

Edited March 10, 2018 by Lindsayacbeck

[Jjjb 13]

2 hours ago, kvito28 said:

Does anyone know if F1 AOS timeline is any different than K-1?

I'd like to know that as well. Do you have an OPT? My expires first week of July. 

I hope I get the EAD AOS by then.

If I don't hear anything by May I'll try to expedite it. 

[GEOntificator 282]

2 hours ago, Jjjb said:

I'd like to know that as well. Do you have an OPT? My expires first week of July. 

I hope I get the EAD AOS by then.

If I don't hear anything by May I'll try to expedite it. 

My OPT expired l, but I expedited EAD and fortunately got it on time.

 

I am really curious about if there is any difference between K-1 and F-1 AOS timelines.

[Jjjb 13]

36 minutes ago, kvito28 said:

My OPT expired l, but I expedited EAD and fortunately got it on time.

 

I am really curious about if there is any difference between K-1 and F-1 AOS timelines.

What did you need to expedite? I'm thinking letter from employer + bills? How long did it take from the request to expedite and the extension approved?

Thank you for answering. (:

 

[Eros99 68]

On 3/9/2018 at 11:50 AM, Rmsean said:

today is my 76th day. you don't need to wait so long. people have done it much earlier. 30 days in some cases. it depends on the reason.

My SR is based purely on the fact it has been 75 days and I haven't heard anything on that front..

[Lindsayacbeck 14]

2 hours ago, kvito28 said:

My OPT expired l, but I expedited EAD and fortunately got it on time.

 

I am really curious about if there is any difference between K-1 and F-1 AOS timelines.

How did you successfully expedite for the EAD? Is it because you are currently working? I am curious because I am on a TN visa that will expire at the beginning of June and I have a job.

[GEOntificator 282]

7 hours ago, Lindsayacbeck said:

How did you successfully expedite for the EAD? Is it because you are currently working? I am curious because I am on a TN visa that will expire at the beginning of June and I have a job.

@JjjbI was still working while I tried to expedite. In my case it was under severe financial loss for both company and me. I work for small business.

 

I submitted a letter from my employer proving what I said above. Also annoyed congressman, ombudsman and senator  jk, but I did reach out to all of them. Hope you all get it on time as well! good luck!

[Arb123 40]

Hi guys, 

 

i will be reaching 75 days this week for my EAD application. Do you think is a good idea to do an SR online about that?

Has anyone been successful with just an SR? 

 

I know most ppl didnt even hear back about SR they submitted. So idk what to do

 

Thank you! 

[Nouchigang 200]

On 3/10/2018 at 5:29 PM, Lindsayacbeck said:

I read this online, so I called USCIS to ask about it. The person that I spoke with said that they do not restart the clock at 0. A RFIE will slow down your processing because they have to wait for your response, but there is no official restarting of the process. I also had a RFIE, and my work authorization expires in June, so I am starting to get really nervous. I love my job and don't want to jeopardize it.

Did you get your biometrics appointment yet? Luckily I had mine before my RFIE (more than a month ago).

If I do not have my EAD by the middle of April, I will get my employer to help me put together an expedite request. I've been with the company for a few years, so they would lose money. The person I spoke with on the phone told me that the best way to have a successful expedite request is to show that someone will be losing money that they need. They said that the request would be more successful if I showed that my employer would lose money. I guess they are more sympathetic to businesses than individuals because we are supposed to have planned for lost income as part of the AOS/GC process...

Good that makes me feel bitter, thank you, praying that all get our EAD soon

[Nouchigang 200]

1 hour ago, Laura123 said:

Hi guys, 

 

i will be reaching 75 days this week for my EAD application. Do you think is a good idea to do an SR online about that?

Has anyone been successful with just an SR? 

 

I know most ppl didnt even hear back about SR they submitted. So idk what to do

 

Thank you! 

Easier said than done but I would wait till you reach 90 day. By reading other threads of filers from previous months, the people that had their EAD approved on or before the 75th day are part of a minority; most SR never get an answer. Most EADs are approved around 90-100 days. If you can hold yourself for 2 weeks I would do it, and if you really cant and your field office isnt too far I would book an infopass, I believe it is easiser to plead your case in person than over the phone

Edited March 11, 2018 by Nouchigang

[Seihu 35]

I actually gave them a call on Friday as regards my EAD application and I requested for an expedition.

 

The officer listed the criteria upon which such a request could be made and also be given some sort of consideration.

 

So I decided to go for financial loss even though it doesn't really encompass my reason. Later that evening I got a mail asking me to fax in some evidence to support my request..

 

Hopefully something good comes out of it.. And am on my 68th day by the way..

 

 

[Stt 235]

On 3/9/2018 at 11:47 PM, lezahennaid said:

I have gained 30lbs since I got here and it's starting to get depressing. @.@ Hopefully we get approved right after our interview on Apr 3 so I can regain my freedom. I love computer gaming and I am pretty introverted (no problem socializing, I just prefer being alone) so I haven't had major issues about being stuck at home or feeling homesick... but after seeing that I went from 120 to 150lbs in 7months, I was alarmed. Yeah I can work out at home but it bores me to tears. I need my freedom back! 

I know its hard. Just try not to think abt it too much! tell yourself it'll soon be over! Try jogging/walking during the days if the weather permits, and like I said before maybe try volunteering somewhere trust me it'll help take your mind off things at least for few hrs at a time. I hope we all get some good news real soon! Good luck