Estrella7679

Just got a notice that a RFE is on the way. For others that have gotten them what are they looking for?

20 hours ago, Luis562 said:

so in the morning i woke up with 2 notifications from DHS i literally run to the computer!!!! i got too excited that i couldn't type the correct password hahahaha.... anyway i got two notifications we got so disappointed first..... but now i see movement in gives us hope! good luck to everyone in the same boat! our prayers and best wishes!!! L&S <3

July 19, 2018

We transferred your case to another USCIS office for processing

Read the notice we mailed you for an explanation on why we transferred your case

If you do not receive your notice by August 18, 2018, send us a case inquiry and select that you did not receive your notice by mail.

If your mailing address changes, update your address with us.

 

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July 19, 2018

We received your case

You do not need to do anything at this time

We will begin processing your case and will review it to make sure you have submitted all of the required information and documents. We will let you know if we need anything else from you.

If you do not receive your notice by August 18, 2018, send us a case inquiry and select that you did not receive your notice by mail.

 

We got the same thing. I checked a large batch of cases around us all got moved to another office. 

16 hours ago, annlebeasley said:

thank you for your answer. do you know anyone travel outside the country with that stamp? do they have any problem? because i have to travel back to my home country in August due to some emergency issues.

My husband has traveled with the extension letter and I have heard of others traveling with the stamp with no issues.  As long as you have the letter or stamp you will be fine.

I am looking for the google file that is created for each month for people to input dates etc.

Made an appt about 12:30 in the morning for an InfoPass appt to get the extension.  If your local office is Minneapolis they release the appts right after midnight. One day at a time. 

1 hour ago, Russ&Caro said:

I wouldn't base my decision on the N-400 processing times that you're seeing on the USCIS site. Here are 6 examples (all with previously filed i-751's mostly from CSC) from the combo thread:

 

Soapface (VJ mem ID) Omaha (local office) Est proc time for N-400 for local office: 9 to 15.5 months

Filed 1/11/18  Interview 4/3/18  (oath ceremony usually occurs about 4-6 weeks after interview)

 

Bill&Katya - Detroit - 9 to 14.5 months

Filed 1/13/18  Interview 4/10/18

 

Nikkosan - Oakland Park FLA - 14.5 to 22 months

Filed 11/2/17  Interview 3/12/18

 

Jebee - Denver - 12.5 to 19 months

Filed 10/23/17  Interview 2/14/18

 

Qan17 - Santa Ana CA - 10.5 to 14.5 months

Filed 12/31/17  Interview 3/15/18

 

Ozgirl - Seattle - 12 to 15 months

Filed 9/15/17  Interview not scheduled yet

 

So, as you can see in 5 out of 6 cases involving 6 different local offices, the interviews were scheduled in about 3 months after filing, despite the long processing time that USCIS quotes at their website. Again, Seattle looks like they're having some issues.

The new processing times are to be more accurate. I know someone that filed their N-400 last August and still no interview. So I do think you need to take in consideration the processing times and check with others around you for their timelines.

1 hour ago, Russ&Caro said:

With the calendar turning over to April, us April 2017 CSC filers now face the decision whether to proceed with filing the N400 application to be processed simultaneously with our pending i751 applications. Based on my research, much of it from this very good thread on n-400 & i-751 combo on VJ, it looks like a good move for California Service Center filers who are currently facing long i-751 pendency times.

 

Processing times for the combo filing looks to be usually around 3 months for many local offices. There is not enough data to make solid assumptions about any local office, although anecdotally it would appear the Seattle office is backed up and requires 6 months of extra waiting, or more. But again, based on my research, the following steps seem to be taken by the various authorities:

 

1. The N-400 is forwarded to the local office.

2. New biometrics appt

3. The local office sets an interview date approximately 3 months from the filing date.

4. At some point, the local office requests the i-751 app from CSC, and at a later point receives i-751 for co-processing

5. After the N-400 interview, the local office approves N-400 and i-751 simultaneously.

I checked my local office and it 13 to 20.5 months to process the N-400.  I think people should look at their local office to see what times they are having when making that choice.

I think we are going to wait it a few more months and than proceed for us.

You are not the only one. I have seen lots of people's cases get moved to local offices. They are dealing with the back log.   My case was transferred to my local office yesterday.

On 7/20/2017 at 11:46 AM, Luis562 said:

Hi guys I just sing up here and I love this web site I'm waiting for my approval on the adjustment status it seems pretty backed up I'm in the April group as well I got my letter extension but we planning travel outside USA but I'm not sure if it's safe travel with expired green card and a letter extension.? I'm kinda consumed if risk it or not I've heard of passport stamp but we don't know what to do any advices ?

We are traveling. We have checked with USCIS and are taking the advice of everyone here. Travel with the letter, card and printed guidelines.  

On 6/11/2017 at 6:24 PM, journeymanprof said:

Just added myself to the spreadsheet. Filed in early April, finished biometrics in early June. The long waiting game begins. The real question for me whether it makes sense to apply for N-400 in late February when I become eligible. I have seen folks go both ways. Right now I lean toward waiting, having all the paperwork ready and filing for N-400 as soon as I the 10-year GC is approved. 

 

Good luck to all. Looking forward to commiseration in the coming months - especially us VSC filers.

 

 

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We are in the same situation. We are going to wait until the this process is done and than start the next one. We just worry things will get mixed up if we file before.

1 hour ago, Avvieey said:

Received NOA! Estrella7679 How about you?

 

Mailed 4/21

Received 4/24

Check Cashed 5/8

NOA received in mail 5/8

Yes got mine too!

On 5/5/2017 at 10:31 PM, BurtMacklinFBI said:

Hello!

 

I filed on April 3rd for the removal of conditions and they received it on April 5th. I haven't gotten anything yet, check not cashed, no NOA1 as well. I called on wednesday 5/3 and the lady on the phone said that I am not in the system yet as well and I should give it a few days. Any thoughts on my case? Is it maybe because my GC does not really expire til the 1st of July? I AM STRESSING MYSELF OUT. :/ thank you ladies and gents. 

 

Vermont Service Center

Seeing as someone that filed April 17th just got their NOA I would call again. After 30 days they should be able to start a report to find it.  I would get another pack ready just in case.  I know this is such a stressful even to go through.

15 minutes ago, Avvieey said:

Hi Everyone!! My check was cashed also! 

 

Mailed 4/21

Received 4/24

Check Cashed 5/8

 

Yeah!! Seems we are on the same track!  Such a relief right to see it cashed!

Hello Everyone.

I know people are watching when checks are cashed. Our just cashed today.  Waiting for the NOA1 and I am seeing the BIO is not far behind.

Mailed 4/21

Received 4/24

Check Cashed 5/8