I-751 Filers (September 2018)

[lilygracexx 22]

4 hours ago, stressedout2018 said:

I called them as well. The escalated officer closed my request because she said I needed a valid un expired passport. But after doing research.. the USCIS website says that if a passport isn’t available they can stamp it on an i94 form with a photograph. I’m so frustrated and have been in tears because it seems every officer has their own way of doing things.

 

it took me 8 months to obtain a job. Now I’m scared I won’t be able to have the paperwork required in time.

Tier 2 officer said they will only schedule appointment if its an emergency. Like for example your employment gave you a letter that you need a proof of residency urgent or you will lose the job. They need a proof. 

[stressedout2018 1]

2 minutes ago, lilygracexx said:

Tier 2 officer said they will only schedule appointment if its an emergency. Like for example your employment gave you a letter that you need a proof of residency urgent or you will lose the job. They need a proof. 

Yes, I have that. That’s good to know that a tier 2 can do it, so I don’t need to wait another 5 days.

[bariki 71]

9 hours ago, stressedout2018 said:

Yes, I have that. That’s good to know that a tier 2 can do it, so I don’t need to wait another 5 days.

My 18 months extension is up. Tier II told me not to worry - I was still a permanent resident and I would not accrue unlawful presence so long as my I-751 (and N-400) petitions are pending.

 

Just, don’t leave the country or change jobs!

[stressedout2018 1]

6 hours ago, bariki said:

My 18 months extension is up. Tier II told me not to worry - I was still a permanent resident and I would not accrue unlawful presence so long as my I-751 (and N-400) petitions are pending.

 

Just, don’t leave the country or change jobs!

I understand the status. But unfortunately I am starting a new job.

[Eaglehead 4]

On 6/15/2020 at 9:13 AM, stressedout2018 said:

I called them as well. The escalated officer closed my request because she said I needed a valid un expired passport. But after doing research.. the USCIS website says that if a passport isn’t available they can stamp it on an i94 form with a photograph. I’m so frustrated and have been in tears because it seems every officer has their own way of doing things.

 

it took me 8 months to obtain a job. Now I’m scared I won’t be able to have the paperwork required in time.

I’m so sorry to hear about your situation, unfortunately I’m in the same boat: expired passport; embassy minimally functional relative to COVID-19. I also read on the website that an i94 can be issued in cases of an expired passport. Does that mean we are screwed? No passport, no residency documentation. This is scary!

[SunflowerSweet 1,322]

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[Texas2016 18]

4 hours ago, MorganandMichael said:

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[stressedout2018 1]

On 6/17/2020 at 2:28 PM, Eaglehead said:

I’m so sorry to hear about your situation, unfortunately I’m in the same boat: expired passport; embassy minimally functional relative to COVID-19. I also read on the website that an i94 can be issued in cases of an expired passport. Does that mean we are screwed? No passport, no residency documentation. This is scary!

They gave me and I94 with a I551 stamp! So I would try and push for that!

[Eaglehead 4]

On 6/19/2020 at 6:54 PM, stressedout2018 said:

They gave me and I94 with a I551 stamp! So I would try and push for that!

I don’t understand. Are u saying they later scheduled you for an info pass and issued the stamp on an I94? Do you now have documentation for work?

Would you please respond, I really need to know where I stand.

[stressedout2018 1]

10 hours ago, Eaglehead said:

I don’t understand. Are u saying they later scheduled you for an info pass and issued the stamp on an I94? Do you now have documentation for work?

Would you please respond, I really need to know where I stand.

Since my passport was expired, I did some research and it states on the USCIS website that if a passport is unavailable, a form I94 can be issued with a I551 stamp.

i informed USCIS on the phone that I spoke with my consulate and their offices are closed for COVID and could push my renewal to 3 months.

 

so they gave me an appointment at my local field office, which confirmed they can give me the i94 form with a stamp. I went in and took 2 passport photos with me. Process was easy once you’re in the office. It’s getting the appointment that’s difficult.

 

if you could have financial impact by not providing work eligibility to your employer, I would tell USCIS that it is an emergency or your job is at risk. Then escalate to a tier 2 rep and see if they can escalate your appointment for you. I waited 9 days from their estimated 5 days for an appointment. 
 

I hope it works out for you. 😢

[Eaglehead 4]

6 hours ago, stressedout2018 said:

Since my passport was expired, I did some research and it states on the USCIS website that if a passport is unavailable, a form I94 can be issued with a I551 stamp.

i informed USCIS on the phone that I spoke with my consulate and their offices are closed for COVID and could push my renewal to 3 months.

 

so they gave me an appointment at my local field office, which confirmed they can give me the i94 form with a stamp. I went in and took 2 passport photos with me. Process was easy once you’re in the office. It’s getting the appointment that’s difficult.

 

if you could have financial impact by not providing work eligibility to your employer, I would tell USCIS that it is an emergency or your job is at risk. Then escalate to a tier 2 rep and see if they can escalate your appointment for you. I waited 9 days from their estimated 5 days for an appointment. 
 

I hope it works out for you. 😢

Thank you, that is really encouraging. Appreciate the information.

[Suze1 366]

GOT NATURALIZATION CERTIFICATE BACK!!!

Just got naturalization certificate back! A little bent here-and-there, but overall in decent shape.

Except for updating SSA and DMV am TOTALLY DONE now. YAAAY!

[Thegirl 225]

7 hours ago, Suze1 said:

GOT NATURALIZATION CERTIFICATE BACK!!!

Just got naturalization certificate back! A little bent here-and-there, but overall in decent shape.

Except for updating SSA and DMV am TOTALLY DONE now. YAAAY!

Congratulations! 

[bariki 71]

Congrats, Suze1. That’s great news. ^^

 

Still waiting for any progress on my I-751 and N-400 cases. I was able to get an ADIT stamp in my passport so I can prove my status and - even more important - leave the country and get back in again. My extension letter ran out in May.

[mangojuice 1]

I-751 applied in 09/2018 to CSC and transferred to Nebraska. NOA1 with extension letter received 10/2018, and 18-months expired in 04/2020. Could not get infopass due to the pandemic, and even after they opened in 07/2020, they only do emergency appointments.  Applied for N-400 in 12/2019. 

Finally my I-751 is now approved after 23 months.. and they also scheduled an interview for N-400.