Notice of Cancellation of Immigration Heraing

[Gary Rich 349]

9 hours ago, TBoneTX said:

Thrilled for you, Brother -- what a release of tension for you.  Fingers crossed that December 15 plays out.

Thank you, Brother. This journey has been a long one… and honestly, it’s taken a lot out of me. My only question now is whether my wife and daughter will get a 3-year or 5-year green card — but at this point, I’m just grateful we’re finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.

The stress has been real. Unless you’ve been through it, it’s hard to explain the emotional weight this process puts on you. If I could tell anyone one thing, it would be this: don’t ever put yourself in a position where you end up in removal proceedings. Even if your case is strong, even if you have faith you’ll win, the toll it takes on you and your family is something I wouldn’t wish on anyone.

But through it all, God’s been good. And I’m just thankful we’re still standing. 🙏🏽💪🏽

[OldUser 11,109]

1 hour ago, Gary Rich said:

 

My only question now is whether my wife and daughter will get a 3-year or 5-year green card — 

Neither. There is 2 year conditional or 10 year uncoditional green card. There is no 3 or 5 year green cards.

[TBoneTX 48,678]

7 hours ago, Gary Rich said:

through it all, God’s been good. And I’m just thankful we’re still standing.

Both.  Stand even taller!

[TBoneTX 48,678]

7 hours ago, Gary Rich said:

The stress has been real. Unless you’ve been through it, it’s hard to explain the emotional weight this process puts on you.  [...]  Even if your case is strong, even if you have faith you’ll win, the toll it takes on you and your family is something I wouldn’t wish on anyone.

Isn't this the truth.  I'm still spittin' mad at the [censored] Guayaquil consulate, 17 years later.

[Gary Rich 349]

On 11/6/2025 at 11:56 PM, TBoneTX said:

Thrilled for you, Brother -- what a release of tension for you.  Fingers crossed that December 15 plays out.

Good Morning
(Here’s a little joke to start the day.)

Over the weekend, my daughter and I were on our way to the store, talking about what happened at the court hearing. She looked at me and said,

“Dad, the judge said I don’t have to be in court next month.”

I said, “Yes.”

Then she said, “That means we’re going to win!”

I laughed and said, “More than likely, you will win.”

She smiled big and said, “GOOD!” 😄

[appleblossom 5,543]

On 11/7/2025 at 9:12 AM, Gary Rich said:

My only question now is whether my wife and daughter will get a 3-year or 5-year green card

As said above, these don’t exist. If things happen quite quickly after the hearing then it’ll be a 2 year conditional GC as you’ll have been married less than 2 years at that point. 
 

Best of luck to you. 

[rbv_shard 51]

On 11/7/2025 at 9:34 AM, OldUser said:

Neither. There is 2 year conditional or 10 year uncoditional green card. There is no 3 or 5 year green cards.

I guess OP is thinking of the wait between receiving green card and being able to apply for citizenship.

[Gary Rich 349]

(Important Update)

Good morning. As some of you are aware, my wife and I appeared in court yesterday regarding her immigration matter.

We traveled approximately two hours to Northern Virginia, departing our home at 7:30 a.m. for a scheduled 10:30 a.m. hearing. We arrived at the courthouse at approximately 9:30 a.m., completed security screening, and proceeded to the courtroom.

Upon arrival, we were instructed to wait for our attorney. She arrived at approximately 10:00 a.m. This was our first in-person meeting, as her office is located in Northern Virginia. After a brief introduction, counsel entered the courtroom to notify the court of our presence.

Counsel later advised us that there would be a delay of approximately 20–30 minutes due to the judge presiding over another matter. After that period, we were called into the courtroom.

My wife, our attorney, and I appeared before the court. The judge requested identification from the respondent and entered appearances for both parties. From the outset, the judge appeared focused and attentive, particularly in addressing government counsel.

The judge then called my wife to the witness stand, where she was sworn in. The court questioned our attorney regarding the completion of background and security checks for my wife and our daughter before they entered into the United States. The judge reviewed the records in detail and directed government counsel to review the same documentation.

Government counsel was then allowed to question my wife. The questions posed were limited in number and scope, and all directly reflected information already contained in the Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status.

Following this examination and review of the record, the judge rendered an oral decision. The court stated:

“I grant your Adjustment of Status, effective immediately.”

At that moment, my wife was released from the witness stand, and we embraced, overwhelmed with relief, as the court acknowledged the ruling.

The judge further stated on the record that he regretted that this case had proceeded to court, noting that it could have been resolved administratively with minimal effort. He admonished government counsel against bringing unnecessary matters before the court.

The judge then advised my wife that if her Permanent Resident Card is not received within a few weeks, she should contact her attorney, who may then contact the court directly. The proceedings concluded with the judge offering congratulations and an apology for the undue burden imposed by the case.

We are profoundly grateful and relieved. The matter has been resolved, and justice was served. (We were told by our lawyer she will email us the judges decison as soon as possible, just to have )

[Gary Rich 349]

10 minutes ago, Gary Rich said:

(Important Update)

Good morning. As some of you are aware, my wife and I appeared in court yesterday regarding her immigration matter.

We traveled approximately two hours to Northern Virginia, departing our home at 7:30 a.m. for a scheduled 10:30 a.m. hearing. We arrived at the courthouse at approximately 9:30 a.m., completed security screening, and proceeded to the courtroom.

Upon arrival, we were instructed to wait for our attorney. She arrived at approximately 10:00 a.m. This was our first in-person meeting, as her office is located in Northern Virginia. After a brief introduction, counsel entered the courtroom to notify the court of our presence.

Counsel later advised us that there would be a delay of approximately 20–30 minutes due to the judge presiding over another matter. After that period, we were called into the courtroom.

My wife, our attorney, and I appeared before the court. The judge requested identification from the respondent and entered appearances for both parties. From the outset, the judge appeared focused and attentive, particularly in addressing government counsel.

The judge then called my wife to the witness stand, where she was sworn in. The court questioned our attorney regarding the completion of background and security checks for my wife and our daughter before they entered into the United States. The judge reviewed the records in detail and directed government counsel to review the same documentation.

Government counsel was then allowed to question my wife. The questions posed were limited in number and scope, and all directly reflected information already contained in the Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status.

Following this examination and review of the record, the judge rendered an oral decision. The court stated:

“I grant your Adjustment of Status, effective immediately.”

At that moment, my wife was released from the witness stand, and we embraced, overwhelmed with relief, as the court acknowledged the ruling.

The judge further stated on the record that he regretted that this case had proceeded to court, noting that it could have been resolved administratively with minimal effort. He admonished government counsel against bringing unnecessary matters before the court.

The judge then advised my wife that if her Permanent Resident Card is not received within a few weeks, she should contact her attorney, who may then contact the court directly. The proceedings concluded with the judge offering congratulations and an apology for the undue burden imposed by the case.

We are profoundly grateful and relieved. The matter has been resolved, and justice was served. (We were told by our lawyer she will email us the judges decison as soon as possible, just to have )

[Crazy Cat 45,852]

10 minutes ago, Gary Rich said:

(Important Update)

Good morning. As some of you are aware, my wife and I appeared in court yesterday regarding her immigration matter.

We traveled approximately two hours to Northern Virginia, departing our home at 7:30 a.m. for a scheduled 10:30 a.m. hearing. We arrived at the courthouse at approximately 9:30 a.m., completed security screening, and proceeded to the courtroom.

Upon arrival, we were instructed to wait for our attorney. She arrived at approximately 10:00 a.m. This was our first in-person meeting, as her office is located in Northern Virginia. After a brief introduction, counsel entered the courtroom to notify the court of our presence.

Counsel later advised us that there would be a delay of approximately 20–30 minutes due to the judge presiding over another matter. After that period, we were called into the courtroom.

My wife, our attorney, and I appeared before the court. The judge requested identification from the respondent and entered appearances for both parties. From the outset, the judge appeared focused and attentive, particularly in addressing government counsel.

The judge then called my wife to the witness stand, where she was sworn in. The court questioned our attorney regarding the completion of background and security checks for my wife and our daughter before they entered into the United States. The judge reviewed the records in detail and directed government counsel to review the same documentation.

Government counsel was then allowed to question my wife. The questions posed were limited in number and scope, and all directly reflected information already contained in the Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status.

Following this examination and review of the record, the judge rendered an oral decision. The court stated:

“I grant your Adjustment of Status, effective immediately.”

At that moment, my wife was released from the witness stand, and we embraced, overwhelmed with relief, as the court acknowledged the ruling.

The judge further stated on the record that he regretted that this case had proceeded to court, noting that it could have been resolved administratively with minimal effort. He admonished government counsel against bringing unnecessary matters before the court.

The judge then advised my wife that if her Permanent Resident Card is not received within a few weeks, she should contact her attorney, who may then contact the court directly. The proceedings concluded with the judge offering congratulations and an apology for the undue burden imposed by the case.

We are profoundly grateful and relieved. The matter has been resolved, and justice was served. (We were told by our lawyer she will email us the judges decison as soon as possible, just to have )

That is great news!!!!!!  Thank you for sharing this.  I wish the process had not gone to this length.......

[Gary Rich 349]

Just now, Crazy Cat said:

That is great news!!!!!!  Thank you for sharing this.  I wish the process had not gone to this length.......

I know, right!!!

[OldUser 11,109]

Congratulations @Gary Rich!

[Gary Rich 349]

4 minutes ago, OldUser said:

Congratulations @Gary Rich!

Thank you for your kind words, and thank you to VJ as well for all the support I’ve received throughout the years. Although my wife and I still have a journey ahead of us, I’m grateful that this part of the process is now behind us.

On a side note, my wife misses her mother and father very much. On our way home, she called them to share the news, and now we are trying to make plans for her to travel back home to see her elderly parents.

During her time here, my wife was unable to attend her grandmother’s funeral, which was a crushing blow for us.

[Nagpetisyon 8]

In these crazy days of immigration hassles, it is refreshing to hear the good news of a well deserved outcome. 😀

[JeanneAdil 7,389]

On 11/7/2025 at 4:36 PM, TBoneTX said:

Isn't this the truth.  I'm still spittin' mad at the [censored] Guayaquil consulate, 17 years later.

and I am still upset with the whole process after our 6 year ordeal 

been married now a few months short of 16 years

 

i do understand some issues like big age gap but why do some (really weak cases) fly thru the system