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  1.    Fobosdaemios reacted to a post in a topic: Speeding ticket more than 10years ago - N400 interview.
  2.    OldUser reacted to a post in a topic: Greencard Interview - Docs to bring
  3. Fr8dog
    It's there version of CYA. If something isn't clear or lost or missing, they can state that the told you to bring it with you and it's not there fault that you didn't. Have everything related with immigration with you. I had a folder that had all documents (original and a copy) organized and labeled just in case they asked for something. Saved me during the ROC interview when stuff had gone missing from my file and I was able to hand them a copy right there and then.
  4.    mam521 reacted to a post in a topic: Schengen Visa Application
  5. Fr8dog
    The copy of the deed that you are planning to use as evidence, needs to be an exact copy of the original. So if it's in your maiden name, so be it. Doesn't make it any less of a legal document.
  6.    appleblossom reacted to a post in a topic: Schengen Visa Application
  7. Fr8dog
    And the site you showed a picture off is also used for other countries. There is no reason for an airline ticket if you travel by train or car from outside the Schengen area.
  8.    Crazy Cat reacted to a post in a topic: Schengen Visa Application
  9. Fr8dog
    The visa does not require a paid ticket. But no airline will give you a confirmation without getting money. I don't knw of any
  10.    OldUser reacted to a post in a topic: I751 removal of conditions
  11. Fr8dog
    You can only supply what you have. Do not try to "pull one over" on the USCIS. They have his details, they have your details they want to see what you provide. I would expect some serious questions about the current living arrangement during the interview. But if you have a good explanation why things are the way they are those concerns can be overcome.
  12.    OldUser reacted to a post in a topic: I-130 Online Application - Next Steps for I-485 - Question
  13. Fr8dog
    If it helps your decision process; You only have one file with the USCIS. Everything you ever applied for is in that file. All but my N400 was done with paper filing (only option available at the time). The N400 was filed online and everything was printed out by the USCIS and added to my file. I'm sure they really would want to go the full electronic route, but as far as I know they are nowhere near that point yet. So it really makes no difference what route you prefer to go, they have their own way of filing stuff and it will all be put in an order that makes sense to them. Also, no matter how complex you think your physical paperwork is, they have seen it all I'm sure.
  14. Fr8dog
    yes
  15.    mam521 reacted to a post in a topic: Combo Interview Decision Delays (I-751 and N-400)
  16.    national reacted to a post in a topic: Combo Interview Decision Delays (I-751 and N-400)
  17.    OldUser reacted to a post in a topic: Combo Interview Decision Delays (I-751 and N-400)
  18. Fr8dog
    Assuming it's not being shipped from Canada or Mexico; Go through all your thing and keep what you want to keep. Then go through that pile and keep what you "need" to have. Then one more time and this time keep what has sentimental value to you, what you will need later on in life and what is not available (or affordable) in the US. If the remaining "pile" is more than 200lbs (100kg) and or larger then a standard moving box. A courier is not what you need. Get a quote from a freight forwarder or an international mover. If it does fall in the weight and dims, it's still most likely cheaper to just pay the overage fee with your checked luggage or parcel shippers. True UPS, FedEx or DHL shipments are not cheap. Regardless, Stuff that gets shipped should be listed by item. "household goods" and "personal effects" can be used as cover, but they need a list of every item in the shipment. You don't need to be in the country to receive it
  19. Fr8dog
    Three weeks is a long time if you're waiting but in USCIS terms it's yesterday. There is nothing you can do for the N-400. Any pushing you try to do on that will be met with "ineligible due to pending I-751". The AOS has to be approved before anything else and yes, they have a 120 days before they would even consider it out of normal processing time. Keep in mind that the USCIS, just like any other, has a vacation period. So if the supervisor(s) is (are) out of town for a week, then there an easy 2 weeks of backlog that needs to be cleared.
  20. Fr8dog
    S.A.V.E. (or what ever it is called these days) Is the actual problem here. State agencies are required to use it and the system requires a different code for every document you can use. Most staff have a cheat sheet they use to find the correct code for the most used documents. It's when you show up with a different document that the problems start. They try the cheat sheet codes, they don't work and tell you what you have is not allowed. Or look at the sheet, don't see your document and the same answer. They have an official manual with all approved documents and their corresponding codes. Most just don't realize that, a bunch of them don't want to look it up and a few will get flat out hostile for even suggesting it. the I-9, e-verify is the same basic problem combined with pure ignorance of the laws by those who were hired to do make sure they do things by the book.
  21. Fr8dog
    Either EAD or the the I-797 for the I-485 should do the trick. You may to convince the clerk that that is acceptable. They check the system with a code based on the associated document you give. If they tell you it doesn't work tell them to look up the correct code in the "book". the "green card code" will not work. Don't be surprised if they sent the actual application to Richmond and have the main DMV deal with it. There is no reason to go in until you get close to the expiration date on your current license. I would go in with about a month to go.
  22. Fr8dog
    I cannot find a foreign passport in any list so of accepted documents so that's why I would accept them rejecting it. They do have options for people with out DL/ST-ID (it gets pretty interesting in the secondary list. Yearbook pic???) https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/how-apply/identification.html A problem people run into when they apply at the post office (or other third party) is that the person behind the counter flat out refuses to accept documents that are on the DOS list of approved documents. So yes the USPS can ask a lot of things, but they are not there for that. They are only there to accept the application take the fee and forward it to the DOS. If anything is wrong or unclear it's the DOS job to ask for further info. Personally I'm getting annoyed by desk staff who not only are wrong in their assumption but need to be pleaded with (not polity asked) to look at their own manuals of what is and is not allowed. DMV staff not knowing to accept certain NOA's, SSO not knowing to accept I-551 stamps, Banks, USPS, HR etc, etc. And If I have the time and energy for it I will take on that fight every single time.
  23. Fr8dog
    Only thing I want to ad (just in case). Do not make any changes with a pen to documents that generate a barcode. They will use the barcode to enter the data and will most likely overlook the changes made in pen. And you are no longer dealing with the USCIS your now dealing with the State Department. They are less picky and are more than happy to take the money regardless of whats name is on the front. (though the USCIS is pretty happy to do that as well)
  24. Fr8dog
    I'm not seeing misrepresentation. You disclosed to the best of your knowledge before being asked that you had a tax debt and that you are taking care of that. The fact that you found the amount to be incorrect after the fact should not matter (for the "best of my knowledge" part) AAA (after approval anxiety) is a thing. People get worried that they are out of the average waiting time and get worried. Remember "average" means there are those that are faster (you rarely hear from them on this forum) but slower as well. Check online and see what you case says. I have found, throughout my life, that trying to change things with government entities mid process has a high change of coming back to bite you. Personally I would just let the thing play out and wait. You were a LPR and having a pending (or even denied) N-400 does not change that. At least not for something as "mildly" as having a different then expected amount of back taxes owed. So travel should not be an issue based on that.
  25. Fr8dog
    You stated the case was dropped so I'm going with "not an issue" on that part of the question. (Assuming that that is the only thing he has). The moral character is two fold. - Did the commit any crimes (meaning convictions) that are disqualifying - And (maybe even more important to the USCIS) did the applicant try to cover up or lie about anything that might be viewed as inappropriate. So the fact that he doesn't have a conviction covers part 1 but you have to disclose it, including all available paperwork, during the application to cover part 2. Check the instructions that come with the N400 it tells you what and when is needed. (https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/forms/n-400instr.pdf)
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