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Yay!

Just got case status update that our case was approved and card is in the mail!!!

Yay!

Just got case status update that our case was approved and card is in the mail!!!

Not sure if it matters but I added my case number to my account that I've created on Uscis website back when started our journey and there's an option to have email/text send with updates.

Wasnt aware that they send you email that your card is in production. Thought you will get to know of your approval only from the online case status and the approval letter from them.Anyway, congrats.

Just got email yesterday that my card is in production!!

March filler at CSC. Filled 3/7, Noa1 3/12, bio done 3/29

I volunteered in elementary school and science center whilst waiting for EAD. There's no risk in doing it and it's a great addition to your resume and a qay of gaining us references!

Of course it was. 2 years and a half and I never looked back.

There isn't any rules with regards to maternity leave. Some companies will offer few weeks paid others don't. Here is some info about short term disability and family leaves as well.

http://americanpregnancy.org/planning/maternity-leave/

The problem with getting SSN in married name is that it doesn't match I-94's name. Although there's no need for "legal name change" as marriage certificate is the only document required to prove that you changed your name to get Ssn you normally need a document in your married name like GC or EAD that proves you jave right to receive SSN.

Not sure what the problem is with SSN but just so you know your husband doesn't need SSN to get married and file for AOS (and EAD/AP). It may actually be easier to apply for Ssn with EAD/AP card if no luck before then.

my wife has just come home and read the letter and her understanding is that the USCIS was correct, I needed an updated medical for the vaccines only not an actual medical, so it looks my reason for denial was the fact the the civil surgeon filled out the forms incorrectly ......speaking with a lawyer tomorrow

So i thought. Well.. before the paperwork is sealed you see what they're doing and you're also supposed to get a copy of that medical for your record. Anyhow I don't think you have a case with USCIS but I would definitely look into getting civil surgeon to answer for their incompetence.

You may find more info here https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Main_Page

They filled in the vaccine section but part 4 just has a line through it

Then I guess USCIS had no clue who signed that form, which Civil surgeon if any at all and signature could be anyones.

The initial medical was carried out by a panel physician, the second one by a civil surgeon but she only signed and dated the I-693

Cs should still fill everything in part 4 of the form. If no medical was performed then by all means cs should leave the worksheet off but if vaccination record was updated then part 7 should have been filled too.

My partner looked at the copy of the medical form which I was given by the civil surgeon and she had just put lines through the medical section and through the section where she should have put her name and address, she had signed the form and so had I.

So basicly nowhere on the form it says who was the civil surgeon filling the form? Did they stamp it with all the doctors info? If not that could easily be reason for denial imo.

Just to clarify, sending EAD and AP applications is optional but most choose to send it as you can work, get Driving licence, reenter the coutry etc.

I've been using my passport in ny maiden name for almost 2 years without any problems.

You're right. It's 50 questions. You need to get at least 40 right to pass. And I'm pretty sure completion of DATA course is required to get the permit but you may want to contact dmv office to confirm.

Take your EAD, SSN card and 2 proofs of address and a proof of completion of DATA course http://www.highschooldriver.com/data-courseto a DMV office. I think the permit is around 40$ plus DATa course fee. They'll check your eye sight and if able to verify your status you should get the permit right away.

Exam is pretty easy - first you'll do road rules and signs 20 q's and then another 20 q's on traffic, insurance etc. You can find free practice tests online and read the FL drivers manual to learn.

Driving part is super easy. I was asked to start your car, use indicator and break to test. Then was asked 1 or 2 q's (how to safely park uphill) and then taken for about 10 min "ride" where I had to stop on a stop sign, accelerate to 30mps and safely stop, drive on reverse (make sure you look over your shoulder), do a 3 way turn (don't forget indicators) and do 90 degree front parking.

Sorry... i guess these contacts may be for gov agencies only rather than us poor aliens. :-(

I know some people on here have problems being verified in SAVE database. I had no problems getting my learner droving licence with ssn and ead in my married name. My i-94 was long expired and in my maiden name too.

If you believe it can be save database issue you can try to contact them on

USCIS Verification Programs Contact Center: 1-888-464-4218

E-mail Address: SAVE.HELP@dhs.gov

Stamp will suffice to prove legal status but I believe every state require SSN to get driving licence. Check state dmv website for requirements.

Oh nvm its sonos 1 i was thinking about.

Just to let you know you can buy a pair of sonos for 350$ in best buy. Would you get 250£ for selling that pair now in uk and then buy new ones when you get to us?

Sadly (as we love Philly), we are at a point where we may have to consider moving to another state , somewhere cheaper while we can. Has anyone got any suggestions of states with lots job opportunities for manufacturing and marketing professionals?

Florida is more multicultural so I believe it's easier to find a job for a foreigner.