I-290B tips for filling

[Family 3,549]

That sounds lovely and encouraging BUT…..please do an e request for the missing notice /denial. ..the Officer and /or Supervisor  should have been able to “see” the actual notice . ..

I am extremely weary of ALL” we will look into it…” promises and another 60 days without filing a new I-485 is precarious.

 

[dundeehighlander 17]

The i-290 b is on my USCIS account now and it states that my case has been reopened and will be reviewed again.  So I some that protects me from any problems of not refiling?

[dundeehighlander 17]

The document states - We have reviewed the application or petition ("your case") listed above. We have reopened your case, or reconsidered the decision previously issued on your case. We will notify you in writing when we make a decision on your case or if we need additional information.

 

It's dated 1/31/23 , the day of the interview at San Bernardino.

Edited February 8, 2023 by dundeehighlander

[Family 3,549]

1 hour ago, dundeehighlander said:

The i-290 b is on my USCIS account now and it states that my case has been reopened and will be reviewed again.  So I some that protects me from any problems of not refiling

The I-290 B absolutely DOES protect you ..but there is the troubling Denial and A MISSING notice ..that I cannot tell what direct question you posed nor what the InfoPass officer told you that denial relates to…

 

The original paper Notice you received after filing I-290 B is sufficient for you to be perfectly fine while awaiting decision …and it’s in your best interest to request copy of whatever denial notice the case status showed

 

[dundeehighlander 17]

I am assuming that with my case now reopened that if they deny me again they will have to give me a new reason for that.  Noone gave me a reason as to why my case changed to denied and why it changed so quickly after my I-290 was successful.  After my initial explanation to the officer, she went away and discussed things with other officers before returning with the supervisor.  My feeling was that an error had been made at some point but noone admitted this.  I probably didn't push things as much as I should, we were just pleased that my case was being reopened.

 

Should I call USCIS to ask about the missing denial letter?

 

I should point out, I did get an official letter through the post that my case has been reopened.

Edited February 9, 2023 by dundeehighlander

[Family 3,549]

1 hour ago, dundeehighlander said:

Should I call USCIS to ask about the missing denial letter?

 

I should point out, I did get an official letter through the post that my case has been reopened.

Is your letter stating case was Re opened is dated after the odd denial status?

[Family 3,549]

But don’t call for the missing correspondence, just do the e-request or FOIA your file and ask for that correspondence specifically.

 

Very glad they helped and put your mind at ease..I agree it was an error 

[dundeehighlander 17]

7 hours ago, Family said:

Is your letter stating case was Re opened is dated after the odd denial status?

Yes, the received date on the letter is 12/15/22, which is more or less the date of the successful I-290B and the notice date after the odd denial date.

 

Thanks for all the advice, I really appreciate it.  Fingers crossed, will keep you updated.

[dundeehighlander 17]

Hi all,

          Just to say that my I-485 was approved on March 14th and I have received the letter confirming my approval.  What a battle to get there after being denied and then being convinced by you guys to file an I-290b which eventually appears to have been successful.  Thanks to everyone who contributed on my journey, believe me, I couldn't have got there without you all.  One thing though, after I was approved, I received a sightly generic email from the local San Bernardino office stating that I may have to provide evidence of our relationship, can they still ask for this after approval or can I just ignore?  I should also add, we weren't asked to have an interview.

 

Thank you!

[Family 3,549]

9 minutes ago, dundeehighlander said:

eventually appears to have been successful

It was successful, so pat yourself on the back for an excellent DIY motion! Congrats! 

Now do not ever entertain ignoring USCIS correspondence ( email or post). Read through it and determine what it says . 

[dundeehighlander 17]

This was the courtesy email.

 

March 17, 2023

COURTESY NOTICE

Thank you for submitting a Form I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status) which has been transferred to a USCIS Field Office for review and adjudication.

What to expect…

Your Form I-485 will be reviewed promptly and may be adjudicated without an interview.  If an interview is required, you will receive a separate notice with the date, time and location of your interview appointment.

To expedite the processing of your Form I-485, please submit a valid and unexpired Form I-693 (Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record) completed by an authorized Civil Surgeon.  If you have already submitted a valid Form I-693 that has not yet expired, please do not send another Form I-693 at this time.  In addition, if your Form I-485 filing is based on a spousal relationship with a United States Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident, please submit current and relevant documentation that substantiates your marital relationship.

This is a courtesy notice and not an official Request for Evidence (RFE).  If you have received an official RFE and/or an interview appointment notice, you may disregard this notice.  However, if you wish to expedite the processing of your Form I-485, please submit the aforementioned documents along with a copy of this notice to the address below.    

 

[Family 3,549]

14 minutes ago, dundeehighlander said:

If you have received an official RFE and/or an interview appointment notice, you may disregard this notice.  However, if you wish to expedite the processing of your Form I-485, please submit the aforementioned documents along with a copy of this notice

The gist of the email states if you have received an “ official “ notice then you may disregard the courtesy email. The approval on 3/14 is that official notice . You are done and do not need to do anything