Chelleyandaaron

On 2/9/2024 at 12:38 PM, red12345 said:

It's USCIS national benefits center 

And which field office (where is your interview?)

On 2/7/2024 at 12:57 PM, red12345 said:

Mine is In a month from today!! got my interview date in 5 days from when I applied. I'm just watching a lot of Youtube videos and don't have much trouble with writing or reading either.

good luck to you.

Which field office? (That’s so speedy!)

7 hours ago, Laure&Colin said:

Nobody else filing in February?

 

No update from me, I haven't received my NOA1 in the mail yet.

I filed Feb 1st too. I saw something that said receipt notice had been issued and it is now sitting in case review. I have my receipt number so I guess we are back into the waiting game again.

Cases seem to be moving really quickly here in MN. I thought this was going to be another year of waiting - but now I’m fretting it might happen too quickly and I won’t feel ready!

1 hour ago, Bilazafar2002 said:

I have a question and will really appreciate your opinion. My GC expires on Jan 24. I dispatched my application Oct 23 and was received on Oct 27. What will be considered the filing date? 

still waiting to hear from USCIS. Just afraid if they consider the date we mail our file as the filing date vs the day they receive our file. 

I think you'll be fine.  It's probably the day they open your application versus the day you mailed it.

16 hours ago, KimchiLumpia said:

 

 

Hey Hey...we got our biometrics applied notice online last night as well.  We are LIN too.

Just to make sure I get the next steps straight:

Basically, we do not have to do in-person biometrics again.  The next notice we should receive is a notice to schedule an appointment for interview, or, we could receive a letter that the interview is waived and the ROC is approved.

If that's the case, is there a time frame we could expect the next notices to arrive from the LIN service center?

Thanks in advance!

I had a look here...

https://egov.uscis.gov/processing-times/

and in the timeline section on this sight.  USCIS says 13.5 to 28.5 months for processing at LIN for i-751 and on here I have seen some at about 11 months - so I guess the next we'll hear will be in 9 to 27 months from now ???

On 11/5/2020 at 7:14 PM, JSWH said:

Thank you! Will be calling USCIS tomorrow. 
Feeling so grateful for this wonderful community. VisaJourney has been a great source of information and encouragement ever since we started our immigration process over 4 years ago. Couldn't have done it without my fellow VJ'ers.

We were on the same forum before!   maybe September 2017 filers for the last round?

8 hours ago, ThomasNC1988 said:

I don't see why it would make a difference. There is no signature seal or security features, simply a printed piece of paper as far as I am aware. Someone correct me if I am wrong, but I would assume they can verify it on their computer system.

What I have learned whilst travelling is that the USCIS immigration system does not seem to be connected to officers at the PoE.  It is dependent on the traveller to have the correct information and documentation.  You'd think they'd be able to scan your green card or your letter or your passport and it would bring up your current status - but it doesn't.  The last time I went through passport control I was waiting for about 90 minutes before I was let through as I had additional paperwork given to me at an infopass appointment because my EAD/greencard had not come through in time.  Border control seemed to have no idea that USCIS processes were taking so long and were curious as to why I didn't just have the 'right' paperwork.  (The documents I had were perfectly valid - but US Border Control at Dublin airport was not familiar with them.)

On other occasions they did not know about pending visas for a co-traveller. 

I try to have the original letter and I carry copies in different bags and pockets in case it gets lost or stolen.

Current processing times:

I just had a look at the timelines section of the site.  ROC currently being processed were submitted between January 2019 and January 2020 - so anywhere between 9 and 21 months.

ignore my previous post - @hartje has created a sheet already.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1KJKRwVAoBbRjDUSsvClmUCBNCyNmszrroqydrzCa2Wk/edit?usp=sharing

The chap who created the September sheet has adapted one for us too .  I have put in my info so far.  It looks like several of us have packages that were delivered today!

1 hour ago, Chelleyandaaron said:

I didn't write the names on every page of evidence but I did put the A number on every sheet - I am pretty sure I saw this somewhere in package instructions.  I think it is just in case pages get misplaced.  (It took ages but better safe than sorry...)

 

And aside from that - everything @Genski92 said

Here - I found the instructions/advice at https://www.uscis.gov/forms/filing-guidance/form-filing-tips:

Assemble Your Application, Petition, or Request

• We recommend assembling your package in the following order:
  • Check or money order or Form G-1450, Authorization for Credit Card Transactions. If you are paying by check or money order, write the form you are filing and your A-Number or other applicable identification on the check or money order. If you are paying with a credit card, see our Pay with a Credit Card webpage.
  • Form G-1145, Request for e-Notification (if applicable)
  • Form G-28, Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney or Accredited Representative (if applicable)
  • Form being filed
  • Supporting documentation:
    • Submit the documents or evidence listed in the form instructions.
    • Supporting documents must be in English or accompanied by a complete English translation.
    • Submit copies unless we request original documents. If you send an original document with your form, it may become part of the record and we will not return it to you automatically. 
    • If you have any attachments, make sure each attached page has your name and A-Number (if any). You may also number the pages and include the total amount of pages being attached (for example, “page 1 of 11”).
    • Send single-sided copies of your supporting documentation.
• Mark the envelope and the cover letter with the nature of the submission. For example, Original Submission, Brief for an Appeal, or Response to Request for Additional Information.
• Mark the envelope and the cover letter with the form number. For example, I-129, I-130, I-690 or I-698.
• In preparing your packet, remember:
  • Do not use binders or folders that we cannot easily disassemble.
  • Use fasteners to hold together thick or bulky applications or petitions. Two-hole punching the top of the material for easy placement in the file is appreciated.
  • Sticky tabs assist in locating items listed as attachments. For easy filing, place the tabs on the bottom of the page, not the side.
  • Do not use heavy-duty staples; instead use fasteners or heavy clips.
  • Do not submit originals unless specifically required. 
  • Do not submit oversized documentation unless it is necessary.
  • Send single-sided copies of your supporting documentation.
• If you are sending more than one case in an envelope, clearly separate the cases by rubber band or fasteners.

6 hours ago, Pilgrimmed said:

2. You write the ROC spouse name and A number on the top of the evidence documents, correct?

 

I didn't write the names on every page of evidence but I did put the A number on every sheet - I am pretty sure I saw this somewhere in package instructions.  I think it is just in case pages get misplaced.  (It took ages but better safe than sorry...)

And aside from that - everything @Genski92 said

3 hours ago, Genski92 said:

Wow this is overworked 😂 ours is not even half inches thick. We only gonna submit what they ask from instructions.

Anyway good luck to all of us.

We did submit what they asked for in the instructions (except for the affadavits which only seem to be required if you don't have enough of everything else):

https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/forms/i-751instr.pdf

Evidence of the Relationship

Submit copies of documents indicating that the marriage upon which you were granted conditional status was entered in “good faith” and was not for the purpose of circumventing immigration laws. Submit copies of as many documents as you can to establish this fact, to demonstrate the circumstances of the relationship from the date of the marriage to the present date, and to demonstrate any circumstances surrounding the end of the relationship, if it has ended.

The documents should include, but are not limited to, the following examples:

1. Birth certificates of children born during the time of this marriage, if any;

2. Lease or mortgage contracts showing joint occupancy and/or ownership of your communal residence;

3. Financial records showing joint ownership of assets and joint responsibility for liabilities, such as joint savings and checking accounts with transaction history, complete joint Federal and State tax returns, insurance policies that show the other spouse as the beneficiary, joint utility bills, or joint installment or other loans. If applicable, submit copies of military Leave and Earnings Statements showing receipt of Basic Allowance for Quarters (BAQ) with family members and/or Form DD-1172 for military family member identification cards;

4. Other documents that you consider relevant to establish that your marriage was not entered for the purpose of evading U.S. immigration laws; and

5. Affidavits sworn to or affirmed by at least two people who have known both of you since your conditional residence was granted and have personal knowledge of your marriage and relationship. (Such persons may be required to testify before an immigration officer as to the information contained in the affidavit.) The original affidavit must be submitted and also contain the following information regarding the person making the affidavit: his or her full name and address; date and place of birth; relationship to you or your spouse, if any; and full information and complete details explaining how the person acquired his or her knowledge. Affidavits must be supported by other types of evidence listed above.

I thought my file was fairly skimpy compared to the September filers packages - I  have only included a selection of bank statements etc rather than every statement from the marriage to now.  Just trying to cover the bases so that we lessen the chance of getting an RFE.

Thankfully the next step after this one looks like FAR less paperwork!  Roll on citizenship...

Okay - off to the post office.

My pack ended up around 150 pages and included:

G-1450: Payment of $680

G-1145: e-notification request:

Cover letter:

USCIS 
P.O. Box 21200 
Phoenix, AZ 85036

October 9^th 2020

Nature of the submission: Removal of Conditions

To Whom It May Concern:

Enclosed please find my Form I-751 to Remove Conditions on Residence, and supporting documents.

Contents include:

-        Payment in the amount of $ 680 = $595 filing fee + $85 biometrics fee

-        Form I-751 Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence and copy of Green Card

Supporting evidence:

1.      Escrow statement and refinance settlement statement showing both names

2.      Mortgage statements – April, May, July, August 2020

3.      Tax returns and W2s

4.      Verizon bills showing Michelle as Chelley [retracted]  June, August, September 2020

5.      Synchrony bank loan statements for roof repairs showing both names 09/20 and 08/20

6.      Health insurance cards front and back

7.      Sam’s club membership renewal showing both names

8.      Life Insurance docs (x2) showing Aaron and Michelle as mutual beneficiaries

9.      401k document (Michelle) showing Aaron as beneficiary

10.   401k beneficiary designation (Aaron) showing Michelle as beneficiary

11.   Election confirmation benefits Michelle – showing Aaron as beneficiary 2018 & 2020

12.   Joint checking account statements Dec 18, Oct 19, Jan 20, May 20, Sep 20

13.   Joint Savings Account transactions March 2019 – Sept 2020

14.   Flight booking October 2019 to visit family in Ireland- both names – Aer Lingus

15.   Flight Booking receipts to visit Michelle’s cousin in Miami, June 2019 – one receipt in each name

16.   Flight booking confirmation to visit Michelle’s cousin in Miami, February 2020 – both names

17.   Boarding passes to visit family in Ireland and London Dec 2018

18.   Photographs 2018 - 2020

Copies of documents submitted are exact photocopies of unaltered documents and I understand that I may be required to submit original documents to an USCIS officer at a later date.

Signed,

21 hours ago, nayr9720 said:

Another question, this one about the cover letter...is it best for us to word the letter as if we are both writing it, and include both of our signatures at the end? Or should I (the US citizen) just say I'm filing on behalf of my wife, and then I only sign the letter? I've seen examples of it being done both ways here on VJ and through Google, and I'm wondering if anyone knows if USCIS has a preference. Thanks in advance.

Ryan

I have written mine as myself - not from us both.  I don't know if it makes any difference though.  (And I wondered the same thing).

1 minute ago, Genski92 said:

$595 and $85 for biometric

YES - this!!  Well done for spotting my mistake!

5 minutes ago, zhelle said:

I sent a check..  🥺 

 

i am panicking now...

Try not to worry - the worst thing that will happen is that they will send the packet back and you attach the correct payment - that might take two or three weeks.  With current processing times, all you really need to have in your hand is the letter confirming the (temporary) extension of your green card - and they seem to be taking two or three weeks to arrive once the application is accepted.  The it will be another long wait to get the ten year card (by which time some of us will have begun the naturalisation process).

The correct fee currently is $680 ($585+$85).

41 minutes ago, zhelle said:

Hi, I sent my packet on October 4th, and they received it on the 5th, but I included the new dee of $760. 
 

my question, where did it say that the fee has been suspended? Now I am nervous if they are going to resend back my packet or I do not know what to do... 🥺

and I meant to say - do let us know what happens - it might be helpful for someone else who does the same thing.   I would hope that if you sent a credit card form, they might just charge the correct amount. Fingers crossed!

39 minutes ago, zhelle said:

Hi, I sent my packet on October 4th, and they received it on the 5th, but I included the new dee of $760. 
 

my question, where did it say that the fee has been suspended? Now I am nervous if they are going to resend back my packet or I do not know what to do... 🥺

Did you send a check or a credit card form?

If it was a check they will either

a)send it back or

b) cash it

If you go back a couple of pages on here there are several links and posts about the fees not changing.

22 minutes ago, ThomasNC1988 said:

2 years ago today we mailed off our AOS application, now we are about 5 days from ROC. Anyone have any idea about how long it is taken to get an initial acceptance from USCIS.

If you browse the September filers forum you'll see they have a spreadsheet with their process dates on it - that should give you an idea of how long it is from application to letter.

1 minute ago, Genski92 said:

Hey guy's i would be October filer. Would send paperwork next week. Im starting our paperwork and just wondering about the fees. I know that they already announced the new fees but i dont see any updated fee for this I-751 yet is uscis website and I don't trust other websites other than USCIS. I tried everything but the calculated fee is still the same in the website. Please help!

If you read back a page in here you'll see that the fee increase was suspended so currently the 585 + 85 is the correct fee.  Just make sure to check the USCIS website on the day that you mail your packet to make sure there are no further changes.  And do the same thing with the form as that could change too.

16 hours ago, TransplantUSA said:

Hey everyone,

Been getting my package ready for about a month now and I am getting confused with when I need to submit evidence from. It looks like I was stupid and didn't scan a copy of any AOS evidence that I may have sent.

 

So my question is, should I submit all evidence from when I arrived in the US (May 2018) OR should I do it from the date that I submitted my AOS package (June 2018) OR from when I had my Green Card interview (January 2019) - I want to ensure continuity but I actually cannot remember what evidence I sent

 

Thanks!

I am pretty sure any of these will be fine.  Some sections of my pack include evidence from around the time I submitted my AOS, and some don't start until after my interview (about 16 months later!).  I think if you have anything that can be considered supporting evidence form the time of your last application to now, it will be helpful.  I don't however, think that anyone has had an application turned down on the basis that they didn't submit documentation from an early enough point. At my AOS interview, the officer said she didn't need to see any of the additional photos I brought with me because she had already seen enough in my application (despite the fact there had been a VERY long gap between the two).

I am including photos and documents mostly from the post-interview stage.  Seeing as I have gained weight and lost weight and gained weight and my husband has been with-beard, without beard, with beard, without beard... it should be pretty evident that they are taken over a span of time - but I have included a list of dates and locations of the photos.

11 hours ago, thewaitingame said:

Do we have a Google docs for Oct 2020 to keep track of the timeline? I like how Sept 2020 thread has one

I would like to do this - I had been thinking of contacting the September folks and asking them if they can help with a format and instructions?  Anyone else interested in this?  If so I will set it up - unless anyone else would like to do it?