heatherandmilan

you gonna keep your residency, you don't need him he is an #######!!! you will file without him

I feel lukcy that I just found this forum here. like found my family.

Like some of you do, I am also in a complicated case.

I had F-1 visa before I met my husband. And then I met him, and got married with him on 2004 May. on August 2005, we passed our interview, and now I am in the process of waitting for removing conditions on residency.

It started this March, I got a letter regarding the joint account my husband and I have, there was negative one thousand dollars balance since last October, and luckily, it was already paid off. (My husband paid it off) and this April, I got another letter from the same bank regarding the same account, there is -3500 balance, due to a fraud check cashed by my husband. Then I tried to talk with him...and he tried to lie to me. ... anyway....after almost one month discussion and argument with him... He wanted me to pay the money for him, and I asked him where the money go, and he didn't want me know.He started to not to come home...and even terminated his cellphone number... and started from then, I realized he has some other woman outside, and he has been with that woman for a while...that's why since last year, he started to treate me worse and worse...its a long story...

And now the bank is asking me for money(since its joint accouont)...and also I just realized he used the fraud check under the same name and cashed another 2000 dollars in another bank (that's his own account, my name is not there).

I tried to contact him...but unable to. He has been back for almost one month already. and contacted me only twice, nothing but ask me for money and said If I dont pay, then he's going to divorce.

I just can not believe I really married this man, how can a person be totally different few years ago and few years now. And today, I just know that he is fired by his company, because of his absense, suspended driver license and dishonesty.

On my table, are all his bills...cellphone, insurance, warning letter from the bank....but I am unable to find him. (tried to reach his grandpa, grandpa said he doesn't get in touch with my husband for a long long time)

In my case, we will not submit the application for removing condition on residency until June 2007. I really dont know what I can do between now to then...since he is threateing me for divorcing and want me to pay for him. I am still studying in the school and even financied my tution, where can I find that 3000 dollars to pay for him. besides, if I paid once, I may have to pay twice, again and again...

I can not stand for his threating again and again...and all these stresses. I really want to divorce with him. But can I divorce with him now? If I divorce with him right now...am I going to be back to my F-1 Visa or I will just lost my identity...

Can anybody give me some suggestions or advices? I would really appreciate that. Thank you for the patience of reading my long story.

I wish god bless all of us.

I wish tough days can finally pass. I wish I can get through.

Thanks

Well, Johnny showed up for his infopass appointment and saw the same lady we saw on Monday. She said "oh no, I knew it! They won't give you anything at the doctor's will they?" Johnny explained what had happened on Monday and she said that she was going to take the new medical form back to her supervisor and see what he can do. So a few minutes later she comes back and tells Johnny that the supervisor took one look at it and said "this isn't their fault. they've done everything they were supposed to do and can do. They should NOT have to pay any more fees". So, they've accepted the case as reopened... they say we should hear something from their office within 2 weeks. Also, my hubby's work authorization has been reinstated and the march 9th get out date has been stopped!!!

FINALLY, I've gotten some of my faith in the system back! It's refreshing to know that at least 2 people in the St. Louis office have a heart and are able to see past the red tape to see the clear aspects of a case.

I'd forgotten to post on here that the job that J has been working (a temp job at Ralcorp in St. Louis) told him that if he could get this straightened out today then he could come back to work. (which is impressive as he is just a temp there). So he's going to call them today and see if they want him to come back. The best news is that he'll still be able to take the new job on March 20th.... the one that comes with health insurance and all sorts of benefits.

Even though it seems like things are going great now for us, please please, anyone who is going through AOS and needs a supplement.... make sure the doctor has filled out the right forms! Get copies! And for the love of God, please DO NOT go to the People's Health Clinic in St. Louis, MO. They are the ones that screwed ours up. Let me be your shining example of what can go wrong

I am so happy for you Faith, he'll get his GC soon

thank you all so much, we are going to Europe on the 28th yay!!

We were waiting too, told same thing at the interview backround check pending, that was back in November, On Feb 8th they send me 6 emails my case was approved and I got my GC 2 days ago, I know the wait is crazy but hangin' there you will get it

Hi everybody just got my GC yesterday everything was correct, interview was in Jacksonville FL on November 2005 couldn't get approved cause FBI name check pending, but on Feb 8 I got 6 emails case approved, than 3 welcome letters and yesterday GC. Sooo happy

Hi i had my interview yesterday in Jacksonville and got approved YIPEEE

The interview was a breeze and really nothing to worry about. I honestly believe that as soon as they meet you they know whether they will approve you or not. The guy that did our interview was great, very informal and only asked for the bare minimum of paper work. I didn't even need my Vaccination supplement or 1/2 the paper work asked for on the int letter.

All those months of worrying and stressing were completely wasted, we were in and out in 30 mins. I think that if you come from a country similar to the USA (UK, Germany, France, Holland, Denmark, Canada etc- A a strong country where the benefits of living in that country are no different than here) than you are more than likely to have an easier interview. Several times i was asked why would someone from the UK want to move here when life there is so good - especially when you have had to give up your job, your home, friends and family. I think those that are coming for a new / better way of life are those that they are cracking down on. We were quoted that 30% of the AOS interviews are fraud cases and are denied for one reason or another.

The only snipets of advice i can offer is:

If your pregnant take some proof ..a doctors letter, hospital letters, scans, etc. ( we were asked to prove how we wouldn't be a burden on the state whilst being pregnant)

Take more paper work than you need. I went in with a whole bag full of photos, cards, journals etc, etc. Although your not asked for it - i feel that it makes your relationship more real.

Good luck for all those going through this process.

I'm out of here now for 2 yrs.

Kate

I dont think they would give you the stamp if you have the greencard.. but maybe you should make an infopass appointment and check...

Kezzie

well the reason why I also want the stamp is cause I am going to Europe soon, and just in case If I lose it I will still have the stamp

I got email from USCIS that they send the approval notice (green card ) on February 10th, my question is, Is Welcome to America letter consider as Approval notice as well? And can I go and get the I-551 stamp even tho my green card will arrive soon?

congrats

thanks guys

Today I got another 3 emails from USCIS lol here it comes

DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS E-MAIL ***

The following is the latest information on your case status

Receipt Number: MSCXXXXXXXXXX

Application Type: I485 , Application to Register Permanent Residence or

to Adjust Status

Current Status:

This case has been approved. On February 10, 2006, an approval notice

was mailed. If 14 days have passed and you have not received this

notice, you may wish to verify or update your address. To update your

address, please call the National Customer Service Center at (800) 375-5283.

If you have questions or concerns about your application or the case

status results listed above, or if you have not received a decision or

advice from USCIS within the projected processing time frame*, please

contact the National Customer Service Center.

National Customer Service Center (800) 375-5283.

*The projected processing time frame can be found on the receipt notice

that you received from the USCIS.

*** Please do not respond to this e-mail message.

Sincerely,

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)

Well we got the Green Card today and they put someone elses photo on it

I hope your letter comes soon heatherandmilan and I hope your card arrives without and problems...

Wishing you all the best

Peace to All,

Debra

Grats you guys! Hope you don't end up with an error on your greencard when you finally get it (like a few of us here) but if you do, I know exactly what to do!

Hey kearinne....I need your info

anyone have any advice? {{like follow the directions that come with the card}} LMAO!!

Thanks All,

Debra

Hi Debra and John

You are kidding someone elses photo on it??? OMG thats screwed up,

Hi Debra I got approved on the 8th I have a question did you already got welcome to America letter?

Hello heatherandmilan,

Yes we got the letter....just waiting for the card now

Best wishes,

Debra

Hi Debra its me again, hmmm, that was quick the Welcome America letter, I got approved on february 7th but still no letter

Hi Debra I got approved on the 8th I have a question did you already got welcome to America letter?

Congratulations

Thank you guys!!!! and hope everyone elses will come back soon

Thought I would share Our Approval

Wishing everyone All the Best

Peace to ALL

Debra

Ya, we got 3 of these emails

*** DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS E-MAIL ***

The following is the latest information on your case status

Receipt Number: XXXXXXXXXXXXX

Application Type: I485 , Application to Register Permanent Residence or to

Adjust Status

Current Status:

This case has been approved. On February 8, 2006, an approval notice was mailed.

If 14 days have passed and you have not received this notice, you may wish to

verify or update your address. To update your address, please call the National

Customer Service Center at (800) 375-5283.

If you have questions or concerns about your application or the case status

results listed above, or if you have not received a decision or advice from

USCIS within the projected processing time frame*, please contact the National

Customer Service Center.

National Customer Service Center (800) 375-5283.

*The projected processing time frame can be found on the receipt notice that you

received from the USCIS.

*** Please do not respond to this e-mail message.

Sincerely,

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)

Hi Candemir and Debra, Congrats, I got approved too on Feb7th after 3 months of waiting for FBI name check. Soooo happy.

Congrats, pass some of that good luck on to me and niki.

Thank you all so much!!!!!! And I hope for those who wait as well it will come very soon, I will keep in touch. And let ya'll know when the card will arrive.

Hi Everybody as ya'll know, I have been waiting for my Approval, since my interview on November 2005, officer told me he will approve after my FBI name check come back. And guess what today I got 4 emails!!!! Here it is

*** DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS E-MAIL ***

The following is the latest information on your case status

Receipt Number: MSC05..........

Application Type: I485 , Application to Register Permanent Residence or

to Adjust Status

Current Status:

On February 7, 2006, after approving your application, we ordered you a

new card. Your card will be mailed to you as soon as it is ready.

If you have questions or concerns about your application or the case

status results listed above, or if you have not received a decision or

advice from USCIS within the projected processing time frame*, please

contact the National Customer Service Center.

National Customer Service Center (800) 375-5283.

*The projected processing time frame can be found on the receipt notice

that you received from the USCIS.

*** Please do not respond to this e-mail message.

Sincerely,

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)

Not too many choices, His wife needs to go there, or his I-485 will be denied.

Hi Guys first I wanna apologize for the misspeling the interview was November 2005 not 2004, Well my attorney she said she will send another letter to the DO. And see what happens. Its just so frustrating, I don't have AP so I can't even travel, and don't wanna spend money on that. I thought everything will be approve, oh well I learned my lesson. Anyone waiting for FBI name check too?

Hi Everybody,

I had my Aos interview on November 2004 couldn't get approved because of FBI name check pending. Well next week it will be almost 3 months since my interview and still no answers from USCIS. Today I talked to my atttorney, I told her that I heard about, that it might take up to 2-3 years, she said thats what people thinks but it'snot really true. She said that FBI name checks takes only couple weeks to complete.The problem is when FBI send them back to USCIS they just sit at the DO office untill the officer review them and approve the case, But because the officers are so busy they take their time with pending AOS cases, cause they are so busy with their daily routines interviews etc... I know that I am not the only one waiting, but guys, I think its such a pain in the butt. They need to speed up, I just dont understand it.