UnaMexicana

Journey over. Got certificate today at 9:00AM ceremony.

I just can't believe it, after all this time. I wish you all a speedy and smooth process.

I'll still be around VJ, amazing community!

Best,

UnaMexicana

Journey over. Got certificate today at 9:00AM ceremony.

I just can't believe it, after all this time. I wish you all a speedy and smooth process.

I'll still be around VJ, amazing community!

Best,

UnaMexicana

23 hours ago, mnt96 said:

Hi @UnaMexicana question on your interview.  You mentioned you went through the yes/no questions lengthily.  There are so many yes/no questions in this section, did you cover all of them.  How long did it take?

I did not mean to stress anyone 😸 However, it was surprising that she would stop at each part of the statement and wait for me to say yes/no. Perhaps others can elaborate on what their experience was... 

For example, if a question says: "Have you ever assisted, provided, helped, someone to commit an immigration violation?" Then she would pause on every comma and I'd have to say no, no, no. 

The above is obviously not a real verbatim question but a blunt example that I'm providing.

It wasn't super long... We got into a rythm and I just really had to pay attention to what the question was so I knew it was one of the yes or no questions. Went over them rather quickly but was just surprised that she wanted me to say an answer to each part.

Let me know if this explanation makes sense!

UnaMexicana

Hello Vjers,

Always re-posting my post from July filers as I filed June 30 and got receipt notice Jul1, 2020.

I contacted USCIS today. They mentioned that I am in line for oath interview (which is what I see on the online tool, so not a lot of additional info). I got a nice rep and he did submit a Tier 2 request for me. Not sure if that will help, but at least helps my peace of mind to know I am taking ownership and doing whatever is in my power to MOVE.... THIS.... ALONG....!!!

So close to the finish line and in less than a month we move to a new address (same state, different county). I am waiting and waiting and hoping something happens before the move.

I'll keep you posted, and as always: each and everyone of you waiting are in my prayers.

UnaMexicana

Hello VJers,

Just adding another post. Contacted USCIS today. They mentioned that I am in line for oath interview (which is what I see on the online tool, so not a lot of additional info). I got a nice rep and he did submit a Tier 2 request for me. Not sure if that will help, but at least helps my peace of mind to know I am taking ownership and doing whatever is in my power to MOVE.... THIS.... ALONG....!!!

So close to the finish line and in less than a month we move to a new address (same state, different county). I am waiting and waiting and hoping something happens before the move.

I'll keep you posted, and as always: each and everyone of you waiting are in my prayers.

UnaMexicana

On 12/1/2021 at 10:37 AM, Gorkhali said:

congrats.  Thank you for the detailed information. 

 

I am still wait for the interview and this details helps a lot. 

Let me know if you have any more questions, happy to help. It worked for me to know that SF allowed cellphones inside, and was surprised to see a sign mentioning laptops even. Always good to check with officer at door as well though, mine was cracking jokes because I changed my hair color and wearing glasses. I had an ok experience and now just waiting as I've been "placed in line" for oath appointment.

Hello Vjers,

Posting here as I always do both in June 2020 and July 2020 filers (filed June 30 but receipt was Jul 1).

I had my interview today in San Francisco, CA. Phones and laptops are allowed "for note taking" (e.g., no photos or video). I was wearing ankle length boots and was not asked to take them off. You must remove all metal, keys, etc. and put it on a tray along with whatever document file or bag you're carrying. It's scanned through and then you are on your way to the second floor. You check in and a bit later your name is called, and you are let in by sort of a greeter/host. You're taken to one of the many offices and there are two iPads, one for the interviewer and one where you will do the reading/writing test and also read/review/sign whatever documents they ask you to (if needed).

Please make sure that the officer is not trying to call you. I was let in, put in a room and waited for 15 minutes with nothing happening on the iPad. I heard someone calling my name but waited there and as it turns out, two greeters had my name and only one had the right office where I was supposed to be sitting. I was sent to the wrong one (!!!!).

The second host said "good thing I came to check..." I wonder what would have happened if she just did not see me. I suppose my interview would have been rescheduled... arrrgh!

Anyway, onto the introductions and civic test. Officer asked probably six questions, but I only remember these (I am paraphrasing):

- Territory bought from France in 1803

- Why are there 13 stripes in the flag

- Name 3 of the original 13 states

- Who makes laws

- When was the constitution written

Then we proceeded to writing/reading the sentence: The President lives in the White House.

After that there was the N400 review. I had some additional trip after I submitted my application, so I wanted to mention that and I motioned to open my binder and pulled out the N400 copy. Officer was not upset but was very firm and told me not to take any documents out unless directed to. They sound like robots probably because it is legal stuff and they do it all day every day. Again, not mean or upset, but just firm and clear.

So she went over my data on the application. I filed under 3 yr rule, so she asked Date of Marriage, if I was still married, if it were the first marriage for both (it's husbands second), how did his prior marriage end, height, and the travel dates. I interjected politely to say I was not sure if it was needed, but I wanted to volunteer that I had an additional trip after I filed on 2020. She said "It is good that you mentioned it, because I see here in the system that you last entered on XX/2021." I had so many errors on my travel dates because a lot of the back to US flights were red eye, so the itinerary says one thing but the stamp on the passport says another. I was so freaked out because I was under oath and wanted to give her all these corrections (about four out of ten trips). She calmed me down and said "I can see that your entries on the application are only a day off here and there, and you are clarifying it now. This is not lying as I can see it is only one day for every entry, and these are not five month trips. I will just go ahead and note on your file that no trip was over six months."

Also my hair was blonde now and I had put brown on the application (original color)... she just found that funny but noted it on the data she provided for sign and review.

After the application we went onto the yes/no questions. This was awkward and long because she made a pause after every instance for me to say yes or no, but not just every question, every statement in every question (like those separated by commas, I'd have to say three or four times "no"). But it is what it is. At the end she asked me what the Oath of Allegiance meant in my own words (be prepared for this!), and after that she made me read it and asked to sign that I had understood the questions and what they meant, and that I was OK with being placed for oath ceremony.

After that she asked me to receive a paper sheet that she printed. She was very apologetic that she could not make a decision on my case due to pending background checks, but that it was nothing on my end. She said it was on theirs and that my case would eventually update so to check back later.

I was so sad because I almost thought I was going to be sworn in right there... She said I prepared very well but unfortunately the background checks are outside her control. Apparently my name is very common. Anyway I did hear some people being congratulated and approved and given oath invitation right then for December 15.

I went outside, met my husband and we went for tacos al pastor, haha.

When we were at the taqueria I thought of checking my online tool and it already said "Case recommended for approval. Submitted for quality review." And right after that another message "Oath ceremony will be scheduled." So I guess this is the closest I've been to the end of the road, and I take it.

I am sharing this super long version in case it helps someone else alleviate the stress!

All best and will update when I know more!

UnaMexicana

Hello Vjers,

I had my interview today in San Francisco, CA. Phones and laptops are allowed "for note taking" (e.g., no photos or video). I was wearing ankle length boots and was not asked to take them off. You must remove all metal, keys, etc. and put it on a tray along with whatever document file or bag you're carrying. It's scanned through and then you are on your way to the second floor. You check in and a bit later your name is called, and you are let in by sort of a greeter/host. You're taken to one of the many offices and there are two iPads, one for the interviewer and one where you will do the reading/writing test and also read/review/sign whatever documents they ask you to (if needed).

Please make sure that the officer is not trying to call you. I was let in, put in a room and waited for 15 minutes with nothing happening on the iPad. I heard someone calling my name but waited there and as it turns out, two greeters had my name and only one had the right office where I was supposed to be sitting. I was sent to the wrong one (!!!!).

The second host said "good thing I came to check..." I wonder what would have happened if she just did not see me. I suppose my interview would have been rescheduled... arrrgh!

Anyway, onto the introductions and civic test. Officer asked probably six questions, but I only remember these (I am paraphrasing):

- Territory bought from France in 1803

- Why are there 13 stripes in the flag

- Name 3 of the original 13 states

- Who makes laws

- When was the constitution written

Then we proceeded to writing/reading the sentence: The President lives in the White House.

After that there was the N400 review. I had some additional trip after I submitted my application, so I wanted to mention that and I motioned to open my binder and pulled out the N400 copy. Officer was not upset but was very firm and told me not to take any documents out unless directed to. They sound like robots probably because it is legal stuff and they do it all day every day. Again, not mean or upset, but just firm and clear.

So she went over my data on the application. I filed under 3 yr rule, so she asked Date of Marriage, if I was still married, if it were the first marriage for both (it's husbands second), how did his prior marriage end, height, and the travel dates. I interjected politely to say I was not sure if it was needed, but I wanted to volunteer that I had an additional trip after I filed on 2020. She said "It is good that you mentioned it, because I see here in the system that you last entered on XX/2021." I had so many errors on my travel dates because a lot of the back to US flights were red eye, so the itinerary says one thing but the stamp on the passport says another. I was so freaked out because I was under oath and wanted to give her all these corrections (about four out of ten trips). She calmed me down and said "I can see that your entries on the application are only a day off here and there, and you are clarifying it now. This is not lying as I can see it is only one day for every entry, and these are not five month trips. I will just go ahead and note on your file that no trip was over six months."

Also my hair was blonde now and I had put brown on the application (original color)... she just found that funny but noted it on the data she provided for sign and review.

After the application we went onto the yes/no questions. This was awkward and long because she made a pause after every instance for me to say yes or no, but not just every question, every statement in every question (like those separated by commas, I'd have to say three or four times "no"). But it is what it is. At the end she asked me what the Oath of Allegiance meant in my own words (be prepared for this!), and after that she made me read it and asked to sign that I had understood the questions and what they meant, and that I was OK with being placed for oath ceremony.

After that she asked me to receive a paper sheet that she printed. She was very apologetic that she could not make a decision on my case due to pending background checks, but that it was nothing on my end. She said it was on theirs and that my case would eventually update so to check back later.

I was so sad because I almost thought I was going to be sworn in right there... She said I prepared very well but unfortunately the background checks are outside her control. Apparently my name is very common. Anyway I did hear some people being congratulated and approved and given oath invitation right then for December 15.

I went outside, met my husband and we went for tacos al pastor, haha.

When we were at the taqueria I thought of checking my online tool and it already said "Case recommended for approval. Submitted for quality review." And right after that another message "Oath ceremony will be scheduled." So I guess this is the closest I've been to the end of the road, and I take it.

I am sharing this super long version in case it helps someone else alleviate the stress!

All best and will update when I know more!

UnaMexicana

On 11/17/2021 at 9:14 AM, Islnd_gal said:

Thanks for your response. Thats the thing,  none of the lengthy trips, matter a fact, none of the trips equated to 180days in a given trip. I think this may be a little more complex for my comfort.

Hello,

I am sad to hear about the decision on your case. I had my interview today and I get what you say about them "making a big deal" out of the longer trips. My interviewer mentioned something to the effect of a trip being okay because it was not over five months. I know the rule is 180 days, but I am sharing because it's fresh on my mind right now.

I agree with the advice to consult with an immigration lawyer before deciding whether to appeal or file again.

Sending good vibes your way,

UnaMexicana

10 minutes ago, mnt96 said:

@UnaMexicana congrats and goodluck!  By the way which is your field office.

San Francisco, CA. (Super slow, I know)...

Well, this is a trick question, isn't it? You need to tell the truth and nothing but the truth.

Anyone who says otherwise is breaking the rules of this site.

As a K-1 visa holder, you can work in the U.S. only if, after entering, you apply for and receive a work permit (EAD). Your employer may not care, and may even authorize it--but this is not about them, but about you and the U.S. government and its policies. You would have known this by simply googling "can i work on k1 visa for foreign company?" before you came to the U.S. on your K1.

Not being a smart a... just letting you know how it is.

UnaMexicana

Hello Vjers,

Received an email from USCIS today saying an action had been taken on my case.

Happy to announce that my interview has been scheduled for the end of the month. I saw the PDF letter online but am yet to receive it in the mail.

Time to completion bumped from 8 months to 13 months on the online tool. Not that it means anything, but just thought I'd mention it.

One more step toward the end goal.

Hang in there those still waiting. Easier said than done, I know. You are all in my prayers!

UnaMexicana

Hello Vjers,

Received an email from USCIS today saying an action had been taken on my case.

Happy to announce that my interview has been scheduled for the end of the month. I saw the PDF letter online but am yet to receive it in the mail.

Time to completion bumped from 8 months to 13 months on the online tool. Not that it means anything, but just thought I'd mention it.

Hang in there those still waiting. Easier said than done, I know. You are all in my prayers!

UnaMexicana

On 9/27/2021 at 9:10 AM, Gorkhali said:

how do you get through the automated system?
tried everything and it keeps on hanging up on me. 

I shared not long ago: simply dial and say "reschedule," as if you're trying to reschedule an interview or appointment.

They will connect you to a human.

Their excessive automation sucks... but hey, it is what it is. Let us know if it worked so others can take advantage.

All best,

UnaMexicana

1 hour ago, Sartre said:

Back when you received the email there was a glitch in the system.  Many received the same messages soon after some type of contact with USCIS, ie. finger prints, etc. I had posted about this glitch around that time you received the email, I think.  I hope you receive your appointment soon and have this odyssey come to a fruitful end.

Thank you for your well wishes--I love my VJ community with all my 💕

UnaMexicana

1 hour ago, Gorkhali said:

Wow.. Glad they called you and clarified. 
BTW HOW did you get to speak to an officer? I have tried and the automated system hangs up on me. 

I know... It's so frustrating to be dealing with a robo call system. Try saying "reschedule" when the automated menu asks the reason that you're calling for. Once with Tier 1, ask them to please submit a request to be contacted by Tier 2 officer.

3 hours ago, UnaMexicana said:

 Hello VJers...

 

Posting here as I usually post both on June and July filers (filed N400 6/30/20, priority date 7/1/20, under 3 yr rule). SFR is my office and I filed online.

 

I am so frustrated today. As you know, I filed online and am waiting on SFR office. Timeline is below for further info.

 

This is a rant. So allow me to indulge and if not allowed, please feel free to remove.

 

I have heard crickets from USCIS since my biometric appt in early May '21.

 

I received a notification on my email that an action had been taken on my case on 6/25/21, but when I clicked on it nothing happened and nothing showed on my online tool. I just let it be, and believe I even posted a hopeful message here about it, not thinking anything much of it but USCIS being glitchy USCIS as per usual.

 

Later, as months passed and I still had heard nothing, I called in August to place an inquiry about my case. Well, today I received an email reply, which I transcribe here:

 

 

I don't know why I expected any different from them but a canned reply... It is infuriating to read that an interview was cancelled and IF you're rescheduled, you'll know.

 

Well, clearly there is nothing in my online tool about the interview scheduling and cancellation, nor there was ever anything in my mailbox. So, how am I to trust that I'll get an interview notice? I am getting flashbacks from the i-130 process and CR1 all over again. At least this time my husband did not pay thousands of dollars to an attorney for a paralegal to mess up every darn step of the way. This time around it is all DIY, per my decision.

 

So, I called them and after 59 minutes of hold, a tier 1 representative listened to my concerns, proceeded to type on her end/look for notes/do whatever and after being quiet for a while said "well, you're back to waiting..." then provided me with the same Item Number (inquiry tracking #) as the one I filed in August.

 

I asked if she was going to move forward with my request to have tier 2 figure out what is going on... to which she replied the same number had to be reopened because thirty days have not passed from the email I received.

 

I am not sure if she/they will actually do anything... but her dismissive attitude got to me this time. I am usually very calm and patient when it comes to dealing with USCIS (a dog learns from the beatings)... but this time I just wanted to say something back. I can't believe we have no way of knowing, that nobody can tell us why the interview is cancelled--that we just have to, as she said "go back to waiting."

 

I apologize for the rant, I am just sharing in case that this is helpful to anyone out there, especially those waiting at SFR.

 

I am back to waiting... and honestly do not care anymore about this. I am just going through the motions at this point.

 

Still, wishing you all the very best and hoping everyone waiting hears good news soon.

 

Hugs,

 

 

UnaMexicana

So they called me back again today a few minutes ago.

I spoke with an officer who said there was never a cancellation in the system. Per what the officer can see in the system, I am on queue for interview at SFR. So I encourage you all to stay on top of your cases and call if you have questions. I received an email with incorrect information.

So now that this hiccup has been cleared... back to waiting.

Again, wishing well for all who are waiting in this process.

UnaMexicana

1 hour ago, Gorkhali said:

Holy . That is insane. Now i am freaking out as I have not heard anything from them since Feb. 
 

The least i want is to make you freak out. Just stay on top of them and make sure you check frequently in your online tool if you filed online.

They actually just called me and said they do not see any cancellation, and that there was never an interview. The officer that called me back did say that in the system they see that on June 25, 2021 I was placed in queue for an interview date.

Confusing, I know. At least we know that there was no interview for which no notice was generated. What a way to throw us off, huh?

Cheers,

UnaMexicana

 Hello VJers...

Posting here as I usually post both on June and July filers (filed N400 6/30/20, priority date 7/1/20, under 3 yr rule). SFR is my office and I filed online.

I am so frustrated today. As you know, I filed online and am waiting on SFR office. Timeline is below for further info.

This is a rant. So allow me to indulge and if not allowed, please feel free to remove.

I have heard crickets from USCIS since my biometric appt in early May '21.

I received a notification on my email that an action had been taken on my case on 6/25/21, but when I clicked on it nothing happened and nothing showed on my online tool. I just let it be, and believe I even posted a hopeful message here about it, not thinking anything much of it but USCIS being glitchy USCIS as per usual.

Later, as months passed and I still had heard nothing, I called in August to place an inquiry about my case. Well, today I received an email reply, which I transcribe here:

Quote

 

Dear UNAMEXICANA,

 

Thank you for your inquiry dated August 12, 2021.

 

Requesting information about your N-400, Application for Naturalization:

 

Our systems show that your Interview was canceled on June 25, 2021. We will notify you of any further action taken on your case. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. 

 

If you are rescheduled for an Interview, you can view and print a copy of your appointment notice by going to your USCIS online account. After you log in to your account, access the Home Tab to find the "Documents" field to view or print your official appointment notice from USCIS.

 

Please note that extended trips outside the United States may prevent you from naturalizing. For more information on the continuous residence required for naturalization, click here.

 

Our system shows that your N-400 application, which was filed approximately June 30, 2020, is pending and is within our current processing time. To determine current processing time within USCIS:

• Visit https://egov.uscis.gov/processing-times/
• Select N-400, Application for Naturalization, from the Form dropdown
• Select the Field Office processing the application from the Field Office dropdown
• Click “Get Processing Time” link

If your receipt date is before the Case Inquiry Date, you can submit an “outside normal processing time” service request online.

In preparation for the Civics test portion of your interview, please visit: www.uscis.gov/citizenship/learn-about-citizenship/the-naturalization-interview-and-test. You may also download the USCIS: Civics Test Study Tools app. The mobile app is available in the Apple app store and the Google Play app store.

Please note that extended absences outside of the United States may affect your ability to naturalize. USCIS policy requires that an applicant for naturalization must have resided continuously in the United States up to the time of naturalization. For more information on the Continuous Residence requirement, click here.

For general information about what to expect during the naturalization process, please visit our website at: my.uscis.gov/citizenship/what_to expect.

If you need more assistance with your USCIS online filing system account, please submit another inquiry to the USCIS Contact Center at https://my.uscis.gov/account/v1/needhelp or log into your online account for specific case inquiries and contact us at https://my.uscis.gov/account/v1/inbox.

If you move remember to update your address in the USCIS online filing system or contact the USCIS Contact Center at https://my.uscis.gov/account/v1/needhelp or log into your online account for specific case inquiries and contact us at https://my.uscis.gov/account/v1/inbox. You must also update your address using our online tool at uscis.gov/addresschange.

If you have any other questions, please visit the USCIS Contact Center.

If you haven’t done so already, visit myaccount.uscis.gov to sign up for a USCIS online account where you can explore filing online, send us secure messages through your account inbox and get instant updates on the status of your case.

If you move, you must update your address with USCIS within 10 days using our online tool at uscis.gov/addresschange, and in your USCIS Online Account.

This mailbox is not monitored for incoming messages. Please do not reply to this message.

 

I don't know why I expected any different from them but a canned reply... It is infuriating to read that an interview was cancelled and IF you're rescheduled, you'll know.

Well, clearly there is nothing in my online tool about the interview scheduling and cancellation, nor there was ever anything in my mailbox. So, how am I to trust that I'll get an interview notice? I am getting flashbacks from the i-130 process and CR1 all over again. At least this time my husband did not pay thousands of dollars to an attorney for a paralegal to mess up every darn step of the way. This time around it is all DIY, per my decision.

So, I called them and after 59 minutes of hold, a tier 1 representative listened to my concerns, proceeded to type on her end/look for notes/do whatever and after being quiet for a while said "well, you're back to waiting..." then provided me with the same Item Number (inquiry tracking #) as the one I filed in August.

I asked if she was going to move forward with my request to have tier 2 figure out what is going on... to which she replied the same number had to be reopened because thirty days have not passed from the email I received.

I am not sure if she/they will actually do anything... but her dismissive attitude got to me this time. I am usually very calm and patient when it comes to dealing with USCIS (a dog learns from the beatings)... but this time I just wanted to say something back. I can't believe we have no way of knowing, that nobody can tell us why the interview is cancelled--that we just have to, as she said "go back to waiting."

I apologize for the rant, I am just sharing in case that this is helpful to anyone out there, especially those waiting at SFR.

I am back to waiting... and honestly do not care anymore about this. I am just going through the motions at this point.

Still, wishing you all the very best and hoping everyone waiting hears good news soon.

Hugs,

UnaMexicana

Hello VJers...

I am so frustrated today. As you know, I filed online and am waiting on SFR office. Timeline is below for further info.

This is a rant. So allow me to indulge and if not allowed, please feel free to remove.

I have heard crickets from USCIS since my biometric appt in early May '21.

I received a notification on my email that an action had been taken on my case on 6/25/21, but when I clicked on it nothing happened and nothing showed on my online tool. I just let it be, and believe I even posted a hopeful message here about it, not thinking anything much of it but USCIS being glitchy USCIS as per usual.

Later, as months passed and I still had heard nothing, I called in August to place an inquiry about my case. Well, today I received an email reply, which I transcribe here:

Quote

 

Dear UNAMEXICANA,

 

Thank you for your inquiry dated August 12, 2021.

 

Requesting information about your N-400, Application for Naturalization:

 

Our systems show that your Interview was canceled on June 25, 2021. We will notify you of any further action taken on your case. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. 

 

If you are rescheduled for an Interview, you can view and print a copy of your appointment notice by going to your USCIS online account. After you log in to your account, access the Home Tab to find the "Documents" field to view or print your official appointment notice from USCIS.

 

Please note that extended trips outside the United States may prevent you from naturalizing. For more information on the continuous residence required for naturalization, click here.

 

Our system shows that your N-400 application, which was filed approximately June 30, 2020, is pending and is within our current processing time. To determine current processing time within USCIS:

• Visit https://egov.uscis.gov/processing-times/
• Select N-400, Application for Naturalization, from the Form dropdown
• Select the Field Office processing the application from the Field Office dropdown
• Click “Get Processing Time” link

If your receipt date is before the Case Inquiry Date, you can submit an “outside normal processing time” service request online.

In preparation for the Civics test portion of your interview, please visit: www.uscis.gov/citizenship/learn-about-citizenship/the-naturalization-interview-and-test. You may also download the USCIS: Civics Test Study Tools app. The mobile app is available in the Apple app store and the Google Play app store.

Please note that extended absences outside of the United States may affect your ability to naturalize. USCIS policy requires that an applicant for naturalization must have resided continuously in the United States up to the time of naturalization. For more information on the Continuous Residence requirement, click here.

For general information about what to expect during the naturalization process, please visit our website at: my.uscis.gov/citizenship/what_to expect.

If you need more assistance with your USCIS online filing system account, please submit another inquiry to the USCIS Contact Center at https://my.uscis.gov/account/v1/needhelp or log into your online account for specific case inquiries and contact us at https://my.uscis.gov/account/v1/inbox.

If you move remember to update your address in the USCIS online filing system or contact the USCIS Contact Center at https://my.uscis.gov/account/v1/needhelp or log into your online account for specific case inquiries and contact us at https://my.uscis.gov/account/v1/inbox. You must also update your address using our online tool at uscis.gov/addresschange.

If you have any other questions, please visit the USCIS Contact Center.

If you haven’t done so already, visit myaccount.uscis.gov to sign up for a USCIS online account where you can explore filing online, send us secure messages through your account inbox and get instant updates on the status of your case.

If you move, you must update your address with USCIS within 10 days using our online tool at uscis.gov/addresschange, and in your USCIS Online Account.

This mailbox is not monitored for incoming messages. Please do not reply to this message.

 

I don't know why I expected any different from them but a canned reply... It is infuriating to read that an interview was cancelled and IF you're rescheduled, you'll know.

Well, clearly there is nothing in my online tool about the interview scheduling and cancellation, nor there was ever anything in my mailbox. So, how am I to trust that I'll get an interview notice? I am getting flashbacks from the i-130 process and CR1 all over again. At least this time my husband did not pay thousands of dollars to an attorney for a paralegal to mess up every darn step of the way. This time around it is all DIY, per my decision.

So, I called them and after 59 minutes of hold, a tier 1 representative listened to my concerns, proceeded to type on her end/look for notes/do whatever and after being quiet for a while said "well, you're back to waiting..." then provided me with the same Item Number (inquiry tracking #) as the one I filed in August.

I asked if she was going to move forward with my request to have tier 2 figure out what is going on... to which she replied the same number had to be reopened because thirty days have not passed from the email I received.

I am not sure if she/they will actually do anything... but her dismissive attitude got to me this time. I am usually very calm and patient when it comes to dealing with USCIS (a dog learns from the beatings)... but this time I just wanted to say something back. I can't believe we have no way of knowing, that nobody can tell us why the interview is cancelled--that we just have to, as she said "go back to waiting."

I apologize for the rant, I am just sharing in case that this is helpful to anyone out there, especially those waiting at SFR.

I am back to waiting... and honestly do not care anymore about this. I am just going through the motions at this point.

Still, wishing you all the very best and hoping everyone waiting hears good news soon.

Hugs,

UnaMexicana

Hi @Timona,

I posted an update in June 2020 group (I submitted June 30 2020, received notification July 1, so I usually post in both groups).

BIometrics done (I'm SFR office). Received email saying "an action had been taken on my case" but I check the USCIS account and nothing. 

I am waiting for the interview... And preparing for the questions. My case says 12 months to completion and processing time in SFR is currently at 19 mos. 

All that to say. .. patiently waiting! 

Thanks,

UnaMexicana

Hello fellow Vjers,

I received an email saying an action had been taken on my case. No document on myuscis.gov, no note. Just the last update when biometrics were taken in May.

If you're still waiting/in the process, have you received an email similar to this? Does it mean anything at all? I would call but do not want to get my hopes up. I am on the "just be patient" mode at this point.

I'm in SFR, filed June 30, 2020... had biometrics appt already, just waiting on interview--if that helps.

Thanks,

UnaMexicana

Just to clarify:

In Mexico you can get a B1/B2/BCC (which we call "visa") and it is not the sticker they put on your passport, but rather a plastic card. It is possible she lost the "visa" as it was separate from the passport.

I know this was the way it was back in the day when I had mine... and up to 2018 when my relatives got theirs. For B1/B2/BCC visas we use the term "visa."

UnaMexicana

21 hours ago, JanettRod said:

Hello everyone. I hope I am posting this on the correct place.

My husband being my beneficiary and still waiting interview-(I’ve tried to get his case expedited, waiting on reply, fingers crossed) 

Anyway, I’d like to know if theirs an option or possibility of his parents who are in Guanajuato, MX can get an emergency visa of some sort to come see his son. 
My husband has stage 4 kidney Disease, diagnosed last year January 2020, we were now informed his kidneys aren’t doing too great and needs kidney transplant.

can anyone please give me any information on how or if we can get his parents here under that circumstance. 

My name is Janett and my husbands name is Marco- Prayers always accepted. Praying for healing. 
 

thanks for your time. God Bless. 

I can't offer advice on that, but I can certainly offer to keep your family in my prayers. God Bless you both.

UnaMexicana

14 hours ago, fellaamazing said:

when is your appointment scheduled for? For me it is still saying 1 day left before decision on biometrics appointment.

Hi,

My appointment is scheduled for May 3, 2021.

Best,

UnaMexicana