iPod

It seems like it may be dependent on the adjudicator for whether or not they send you an RFE based on 2015 taxes. I remember iPod got one recently, but it was for something minor on the I485 form, even though I don't think s/he actually filed 2015 taxes either.

That's right, but now I'm worried I'll get another one.

Thanks guys. I was so relieved that it was just a stupid mistake on my part.

Well, I just got the RFE letter and it said I had left something blank on the form. I verified and it's true, so I'm assuming requesting 2015 taxes is not going to be an issue.

I'm so happy it was something so easy and small.

I just received a text from USCIS that my case status has been updated. Lo and behold it's RFE for I-485. so bummed out right now

Seems like a few of us got one about a week after biometrics.

I have not received the hard copy yet, so I don't know if they're asking for the 2015 taxes. If they are, then you would think that most everyone is going to get a RFE

I know how you feel, my first Easter here I didn't understand that I had school and everything was open on Easter Monday.

My husband had no idea what I was talking about when I couldn't believe that everything was open on Easter Monday.

Easter Monday is not a holiday in the U.S., so you won't have a problem.

Sprouts have cheese curds! Oh my gosh, why did I not know that already. I think the closest one to me is a little bit far, but I'll make the trip once in a while to get it.

I have been to the Smoke's Poutine in Mont-Tremblant, but I thought the poutine was just ok.

They definitely were trying to attract the drunk crowd in that area of Hollywood.

Oh I see... I guess the ones I sent are for the EAD/AP combo card... Yuck, I should have tried to look nicer for my BIO appointment then.. hahaha

I don't know, but I also read that they use the one from the bio appointment for the EAD card too, so really I don't know why exactly we are required to send pictures.

haha oh yes. They do take a picture. But I wonder if it will be the picture on gc or ead. or will they use the pics you sent with the application..hmm...

I don't know if they'll use that picture for the green card, I would assume so since I didn't apply for EAD, but they still took my picture.

The lady also said, when taking my thumb print, this is the one that will go on my card.

https://www.facebook.com/RedondoBeachCafe/?fref=ts

YES it is so good!!!! They also have a Poutinerie that opened on hollywood blvd.. its pretty good but not in the best location:/ kinda annoying where it is located. haha i like the vibe at RBC super chill:) gets packed on any canadian holidays or for hockey/CFL!!!!!

Is this Smoke's Poutine? I saw that the other day. I agree about the location not being the best.

if you ever come to LA you should check out redondo beach cafe! it is owned by ex cfl players from montreal and they have tim coffee, poutine, mtl smoked meat, nainamo bars and show all the canadian hockey, baseball and football games! it is a great little spot when you are craving something canadian:) they also celebrate all the canadian holidays!

Really!! I had never heard of it. I'll have to try it one of these days. Thanks for sharing.

I-485 case status just changed to "Response To USCIS' Request For Evidence Was Received"! Now we can move on. Phew.

That's great! At least now they'll start working on your case again.

Yeah, this might be a better move! I just thought that RFE's really delay the process, so I was trying to speed things up by suggesting one send it in earlier, but you're probably right. They shouldn't even be asking for 2015 returns now, so it may depend on who the adjudicator is as well.

I also don't understand how they can ask for 2015 tax returns already.

Hi, iPod. Does your case status online changed from accepted to something else or it still shows that?

Yes it changed to request for initial evidence sent.

So if any of you didn't send your 2015 returns, I would preemptively send them to USCIS to avoid the RFE--I saw some posters in the January filing thread just receive RFE's for that.

I saw that too and I was thinking it may be because of that. I don't know what I'm going to do if it is.

oh no! so sorry to hear that. I'm not liking this, I feel like a lot of people are getting RFEs, I hope you find out what they're asking for soon

Thanks, I can't wait to get the letter because I have no clue about what it could be.

Hey guys, I also got a RFE for the I-485, I wonder what it is (only got the email).

At least someone is looking at my application (I'm trying to stay positive here).

I hope it doesn't delay my case too much.

Got my RFE today: 1. household size calculated incorrectly "size of 0 or 1 is not acceptable"' (I wrote 3!) 2. Income doesnt meet 125% (My salary is at least 4-5x the limit!) Ummm okkk where's my highlighter! 3. Need English translation of Birth Certificate

Well busy evening for me

I've noticed so many RFE's for I-864 too. I don't understand if you follow the instructions and make enough money there shouldn't be a problem.

The birth certificate is an easy fix, so I know you'll be fine.

Best of luck to you!

Hi guys!!! Just want to share the great news today!!! I received a text that says that I am scheduled for an interview on April 18!!!

I can't believe it went so fast!!! ???

Awesome!! You just gave us hope, even tough my case hasn't even been touched yet.

Did you get any updates on the USCIS website?

What visa did you adjust from?

Good luck !!

Ok everyone--this may be a weird question, but I already posted this on another thread that wasn't related and I'm freaking out about something. I guess I didn't realize I wasn't the petitioner anymore--I thought the USC was still referred to as the petitioner and the foreigner was referred to as the beneficiary. But for AOS, the petitioner is actually the foreigner. So in form I864, I checked the box that said I was the petitioner sponsor and that I was petitioning for my relative. I also referred to myself as the petitioner on my cover letter and checked the box about military status for petitioner sponsors only...will this lead to an RFE? So confused--please help!

EDIT--it looks like I'll be ok according to another poster. Phew! Crisis averted.

You should be fine, the petitioner is the USC in the I-864 (from my understanding of the form).

The update date on my cases has never changed since they sent me the NOA1 either.

I didn't think they would start before the biometrics anyway.

Does my husband need to come with me for biometrics or can I go alone because he has class during my appt ?!

No. My husband didn't come with me and they didn't ask about him. Good luck!

Good news and bad news.

Good news: we got our new biometrics letter and our RFE in the mail!

Bad news: the RFE letter says they need a translated birth certificate from my husband. That's an easy fix, except the birth certificate we sent IS TRANSLATED. It's in French on the top, and English on the bottom. I even put a note showing them how to read it. I guess reading to the bottom of the piece of paper is too much for USCIS!

That's great that they sent you the biometrics letter quickly.

I translated my birth certificate myself, it was very easy to do. I did it in a word document and I just used the same exact format as the original. At the end I put the certification note, signed and dated it.

I hope they accept mine as I can see they are very particular about what they want.

ETA: http://www.visajourney.com/content/translations this is the guide I used.

I will be doing my bio as well in Dallas more then likely once I recieve my letter, I'm just wondering if I need my marriage certificate when I go as I am going to keep my last name the same, I just might since you never know I am just saying if I forget it since I am keeping my last name do you think they will still ask ?

They look at the name on your letter, so as long as your ID and letter matches you don't have to bring the certificate.

I got my letter for Request for Initial Evidence (I-485) today.

Says:

1) Form I-864, Affidavit of Support, was submitted; however, Page 3, Part 4 of the petitioner/sponsor's Form I-864 list someone other than the petitioner/sponsor or Page 3, Part 4 is blank.

The name where I should have put my husband's name is indeed blank, everything else (address) is filled... sigh

Submit a completed and signed Form I-864 for the petitioner/sponsor listed on Form I-130 or Form I-129F. Even if a joint sponsor will be used, the petitioner/sponsor must submit Form I-864. Also, provide copies of the petitioner/sponsor's most recent Federal income tax returns and all supporting tax documents (W-2s, 1099s, Form 2555, and tax schedules)

We provided tax returns and supporting documents the first time, is this just because we're resending a new I-864? Since we sent the original package my husband has done his taxes... would 2015 be considered the most recent tax return now? Can we change the new I-864 on page 6 Most Recent Income to be 2015, even though the old one was 2014?

2) Form I-864 Affidavit of Support was submitted from a joint sponsor; however, the names listed on page 1 and page 3 are not the same.

We did not submit from a joint sponsor, I don't know what this is about, perhaps because of the previous mistake of me leaving my husbands name out on Page 3?

Also, for the cover letter, where I wrote ORIGINAL SUBMISSION, what do I change that two? Revised Submission?

Thanks

I can't help you, but I wanted to say thanks for sharing. Maybe try posting a separate thread so people who have been through this can help you.

Try to call them and talk to a supervisor (I think they're called tier 2).

Best of luck to you.

Just a word of caution.

I just read a thread on this forum the other about someone who got pulled over driving in CA with their Canadian drivers license and they ended up in court and they had to pay a $1,000 fine.

Of course the DMV wouldn't give him a license because he didn't have his EAD or other required ID's, but the judge was unmoved.

Maybe the laws or rules have changed since I believe that thread was from a while ago.

YAY GOOD NEWS EVERYONE, I GOT MY 3 NOA1's through text YAAAAAAAAAAYYYY!!!!!

Everything is coming up MASH 0-0

Yay!! It's about time. I hope it goes fast for you from there.