January 2018 I-129F Filers, Part II

[I.Kat 191]

Hey guys,

I experienced a moment of pure excitement yesterday when I saw the Informed Delivery was showing an USCIS envelope. Soon after talking to my fiancé I realized that it was not an approval, it didn't have the typical "1 of 1", it showed "Dear xx". Well, I spent the entire rest of my day and night waiting for my fiancé to leave work early and to begin his spy hunt on a mailman. It was so hilarious 😂And we got what I expected (but of course I went through NOID scenarios as well🙈), our inquiry response 😂It is bittersweet, I really wanted it to be our NOA2, but this is a movement! Also, I think that because we inquired via phone, we got the response by mail, not an email (they actually mentioned the word "mail" but I thought it was just a confusion).  So keep checking your mailbox, @Snuffles😊

[Snuffles 394]

6 minutes ago, I.Kat said:

Hey guys,

I experienced a moment of pure excitement yesterday when I saw the Informed Delivery was showing an USCIS envelope. Soon after talking to my fiancé I realized that it was not an approval, it didn't have the typical "1 of 1", it showed "Dear xx". Well, I spent the entire rest of my day and night waiting for my fiancé to leave work early and to begin his spy hunt on a mailman. It was so hilarious 😂And we got what I expected (but of course I went through NOID scenarios as well🙈), our inquiry response 😂It is bittersweet, I really wanted it to be our NOA2, but this is a movement! Also, I think that because we inquired via phone, we got the response by mail, not an email (they actually mentioned the word "mail" but I thought it was just a confusion).  So keep checking your mailbox, @Snuffles😊

Oh! How slightly exciting! Sorry it wasn’t an NOA2. Imagine that!!!!! 

 

That makes sense, then, that we will get it by mail since we inquired by phone. I was thinking she said that because we were getting a NOID or a ‘decision notice’ (I remember seeing that on the scans we used to run). I’ll make sure to inform fiancé about this so he’s aware AND so he doesn’t get *too* excited if he sees something in his informed delivery. Thanks for the heads up! 

[I.Kat 191]

2 hours ago, Snuffles said:

I'm just going to spout out thoughts. I know no one will be able to give an answer- really. 

 

I'm just nervous over the, 'a decision has not been made yet.' Does that mean they've started on our case? And what could be holding up the 'decision'? 

We knew from the beginning to expect an RFE. Our passport photos slipped out of our petition (and we didn't realise until we got home and went through our folder and voila they were there NOT in the post with the petition). We tried to send them back with a new cover letter explaining our oversight (and stupidity, really) but they sent it back so we figured we'd wait for an RFE. Now the new policy (of which I do understand why) is making me a tad nervous that we could just get a denial instead. 

 

*sigh* I'm trying to keep busy. We just want to know either way. If they will deny us, just tell us and we can work on plan B- whatever that is. 

*IF* they deny us, for not submitting required documents, does that mean we could reapply as long as we quadruple check we include e v e r y t h i n g? Or don't bother repplying...? Just a, hopefully, hypothetical question. 

 

And his boss still can't confirm whether he can take time off in October or not. I don't mean to be a downer! I honestly just want to get confirmation of his time off so we at least have a trip to look forward to! ☺️

Sweetie, I don't think you would get denied for missing passport photos. Those people who have been denied missed a whole bunch of stuff in one package! I bet you yourself saw much more cases missing those pictures and getting just RFE than those getting denied. The denied ones just stand out more and that is why you remember them much more but don't forget about those other cases getting just an easily-fixed RFE🤗

[BJ & Christine 1,392]

59 minutes ago, I.Kat said:

Hey guys,

I experienced a moment of pure excitement yesterday when I saw the Informed Delivery was showing an USCIS envelope. Soon after talking to my fiancé I realized that it was not an approval, it didn't have the typical "1 of 1", it showed "Dear xx". Well, I spent the entire rest of my day and night waiting for my fiancé to leave work early and to begin his spy hunt on a mailman. It was so hilarious 😂And we got what I expected (but of course I went through NOID scenarios as well🙈), our inquiry response 😂It is bittersweet, I really wanted it to be our NOA2, but this is a movement! Also, I think that because we inquired via phone, we got the response by mail, not an email (they actually mentioned the word "mail" but I thought it was just a confusion).  So keep checking your mailbox, @Snuffles😊

Congratulations on hearing from uscis.

but, I believe ur wac# is on very bottom of page. May wanna delete that as well..

 

best of of luck moving forward.

[Snuffles 394]

3 hours ago, I.Kat said:

Sweetie, I don't think you would get denied for missing passport photos. Those people who have been denied missed a whole bunch of stuff in one package! I bet you yourself saw much more cases missing those pictures and getting just RFE than those getting denied. The denied ones just stand out more and that is why you remember them much more but don't forget about those other cases getting just an easily-fixed RFE🤗

Thanks lovely. That is reassuring to read.  I won’t get myself worked up over this. It’s not worth it. Just take it day by day. 

[LuFlolady 881]

10 hours ago, VickeySis said:

Sorry for the long post but wanted to share what happened today....

Called USCIS 1st time tier one immediately transferred me to tier 2, left full name and was told 125minute wait time. Received call from tier 2 @5:10pm CST and was told “yes I see they took action on your case, you will receive notice in the mail 1-2 weeks” refused to tell me what action, and that they could not tell me whether approved or not....I hung up the phone with a feeling of something wasn’t right...I immediately called back and told tier 1 that I was just speaking to tier 2 about my case and that she was getting ready to tell me status of my case when it disconnected...white lie yes I know, tier 1 Ashley said; “oh on the 23rd they APPROVED your case you will receive notice in a few days!” 

 

I am still in complete shock at the same time it’s crazy how if it wasn’t for my gut telling me to call back I would have waited until Monday.... to my dear friends waiting.....KEEP CALLING everyone knows the answers to our questions so DON’T give up and don’t settle for the first time!!!!!!!!! 

Congrats my friend! So happy for u!

11 hours ago, Clecuona said:

OH and website isn’t updated yet 

congrats!

[LuFlolady 881]

7 hours ago, Snuffles said:

I'm just going to spout out thoughts. I know no one will be able to give an answer- really. 

 

I'm just nervous over the, 'a decision has not been made yet.' Does that mean they've started on our case? And what could be holding up the 'decision'? 

We knew from the beginning to expect an RFE. Our passport photos slipped out of our petition (and we didn't realise until we got home and went through our folder and voila they were there NOT in the post with the petition). We tried to send them back with a new cover letter explaining our oversight (and stupidity, really) but they sent it back so we figured we'd wait for an RFE. Now the new policy (of which I do understand why) is making me a tad nervous that we could just get a denial instead. 

 

*sigh* I'm trying to keep busy. We just want to know either way. If they will deny us, just tell us and we can work on plan B- whatever that is. 

*IF* they deny us, for not submitting required documents, does that mean we could reapply as long as we quadruple check we include e v e r y t h i n g? Or don't bother repplying...? Just a, hopefully, hypothetical question. 

 

And his boss still can't confirm whether he can take time off in October or not. I don't mean to be a downer! I honestly just want to get confirmation of his time off so we at least have a trip to look forward to! ☺️

Its ok my friend we all have downer days! However keep ur chin up and don't over think....remember we can't think for USCIS because they aren't normal thinking people.... Ur approval is coming hang in there!

[Snuffles 394]

35 minutes ago, LuFlolady said:

Its ok my friend we all have downer days! However keep ur chin up and don't over think....remember we can't think for USCIS because they aren't normal thinking people.... Ur approval is coming hang in there!

Thanks ❤️ I’m queen of overthinking 😂😂😂 I really need to stop 😆

[LuFlolady 881]

29 minutes ago, Snuffles said:

Thanks ❤️ I’m queen of overthinking 😂😂😂 I really need to stop 😆

Yep take a breather and step away from vJ I have vowed to only log in now twice a day in the morning and at night

[BJ & Christine 1,392]

@Snuffles have u not heard anything yet? 

[Adam Zollinger 130]

21 hours ago, Duane & Haney said:

OK, Adam, very helpful. Appreciate it! 🙂

 

 

three questions:

1. Is there any specific information I should have ready for the Tier 2, besides my NOA1, etc.? - WAC#

 

2. I'm reading here as well that submitting the inquiry online may have been a mistake? - I don’t 

 

3. I'm just trying to move things forward and keep my future bride calm, is the e-mail to the Ombudsman and senators / representatives something I should do now / doesn't matter / hold off for a few weeks?

 

Thanks to all for your incredible help, this website has been a light spot (blazing) in what can otherwise be a long and dark process!

Duane & Haney

1. Is there any specific information I should have ready for the Tier 2, besides my NOA1, etc.? - WAC#

 

2. I'm reading here as well that submitting the inquiry online may have been a mistake? - I don’t I think that making an inquiry is a mistake in any capacity. Just keep doing everything you can.

 

3. I'm just trying to move things forward and keep my future bride calm, is the e-mail to the Ombudsman and senators / representatives something I should do now / doesn't matter / hold off for a few weeks? I haven’t done this, so I can’t give you an accurate answer your question.

 

Hope this helps! Just call and don’t be scared. I’ve called many many times and everybody I’ve spoken to has been friendly.

[Duane & Haney 95]

21 hours ago, Adam Zollinger said:

Call the USCIS # and tell them you don't have your receipt number. Then they will connect you to a Tier 1 agent. Tell the Tier 1 agent that you want to speak to Tier 2. They will transfer you and if the hold time is crazy long, they will call you back so you do not have to stay on the phone. I call every few days. It is easy. 

I called today, Saturday at 10:00AM EST, but there was no option to speak to a Tier 1, even though the USCIS website indicates that there are Saturday hours.

Has anyone called the USCIS on Saturday and been able to talk to a live person?

 

Thanks and appreciate you all. Hope you have a great weekend, and may the remaining approvals pour in @Snuffles @SilverMonk @LuFlolady @Adam Zollinger!

Duane & Haney

[Snuffles 394]

34 minutes ago, BJ & Christine said:

@Snuffles have u not heard anything yet? 

@BJ & Christine sadly no. Nothing definitive, anyway. First time he called he was told we should hear by the end of the month. 2nd time (just yesterday) was told no decision had been made, service request was submitted. 🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️

[Duane & Haney 95]

7 minutes ago, Adam Zollinger said:

Hope this helps! Just call and don’t be scared. I’ve called many many times and everybody I’ve spoken to has been friendly.

OK, thanks Adam, it definitely helps!

Yes, do have a little cold-calling Angst, no big deal though, stretching your boundaries always makes you better. 🙂

 

Hope you're well,

Duane & Haney

Edited August 25, 2018 by Duane & Haney

[Mark & Angelina 14]

Just want to share our experience so far. We are k1 January 16th filers. I called USCIS August 1st and was told that we had to wait until 7 months before we can inquire. So called them back August 16th. They said they ordered a rfe but it was not ready to be mailed. Mind you our status hasn't been updated on the website. Luckily we contacted our state senator 1 month prior. So I called the Senators office after talking to tier2. The senators office says they called USCIS and told them on the on August 17 that they had 1 week to comply or they were gonna request expedite on the case. Mind you  I called the USCIS everyday and chatted with  tier 2 every day for 6 days and each agent gave me a different answer. One said it was sent, another said it was ordered, another said they didn't know, another said it was waiting for supervisor approval. august 21st got a call from the senators office and they said the called USCIS and put request to expedite. They also said USCIS said they were send out rfe on that day. I called USCIS next day to confirm and tier 2 was not taking any more calls for day. So I called back on August 22nd and finally after waiting 222 minutes someone from tier 2 called back. I requested them to fax me the rfe and they did.  Turns out they needed xertifed copies of my criminal records that happened 29 years ago. The options were clear. Either I send for them and wait 6 weeks or I drive to Los Angeles 5 hours each way. And get them right then. I drove. I sent out the rfe on August 24. Hoping the senator expedite still is in affect and will hear answer soon. Now we are on day 220 with still no update on website. And if our state senator didn't help we would still be waiting for anything from the USCIS