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On 5/24/2018 at 1:59 PM, javadown2 said:
Texas needs to screw their heads back on straight, that is just crazy stupid. They let us change the SSN with the Marriage certificate and she had her State ID card also...they didn't even ask for an EAD or GC.
Why the heck would they not trust the green card, I don't get it.
Technically per SSA policy you shouldn't be able to get an SSA or change the name on it between the time of marriage and getting your EAD or GC. It's considered a "no man's land" because your status is that of "waiting." You can argue whether that makes sense or not but it's what they go by.
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27 minutes ago, missileman said:
Getting back to the article..........This attorney seems to say (if I am reading it correctly) that intent can be questioned at AOS...
This has always been the case. However we now live in a society where everyone has to be given the shadow of a doubt, no matter what their situation is or how obvious their intent is. If not its considered discrimination and you'll swiftly be walked out the door.
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2 hours ago, Aker said:
Update: last week I got an email update saying there were no updates to my file since May 17th. This email update was received AFTER my interview on May 24th. Then this update disappeared from my file, but received an email today saying my EAD and or combo card is being produced. Now I know from other people here, that this really should say my Green card is being produced since I already had my interview.
There is one thing that is clear- the system is just all over the place and trying to figure it out is futile :-) The only email that you can count on is the one that says your card is being produced!
My approval was 130 days after they received my AOS package. I know I am very lucky to get my Green Card so early. This is out of the Philly Office which has a current estimate of 9.5-19 months. So the information isn't always right, for any of those that are trying to figure our when they will get their cards.
Good luck to everyone! I hope you all get your cards very soon.
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@Aker Yes the online system is seriously flawed and needs to be fixed. They hired Billy Bobs cousin and paid him millions to code it and guess what....it doesn't work!! In any case congrats on getting your GC in a timely fashion. Crazy to think someone would wait 19 months to get their card. Our local office is saying 11-17 months but with the EAD already mailed out it's not that big of a deal.
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Hi All,
Interesting that some people are getting interviews and not getting their EAD/AP cards first. In any case the EAD card is on the way for us
An email was received letting us know however the "glitch" is on our account online and the AP doesn't say it is on its way, but they are combo cards...very glitchy. We have 2 letters from USCIS arriving today, a 1 pager and a 2 pager. One has to be the EAD is being processed letter but the other one is a mystery. Glitch heaven!
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1 hour ago, Britinstl said:
Yeah, I've noticed! I have an account on both government tracking websites, and they're not in line with each other, and one has updates over the other, and vice versa! Pretty confusing, and odd! Also, my EAD application jumped back in time to 'received your case' from 'biometrics review complete' once I got the ready to be scheduled update, which has confused me even further! Please, do let us know what it says!
We still have the dreaded technical error on USCIS (3 weeks now), shows a date of case updated but a blank update for I-485. Talking to Tier 2 didn't do any good they just told us to wait a year and couldn't tell us what the update was.
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We have the dreaded Error message and now it says my IP is locked out. I only tried looking 5 times...not 50.
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34 minutes ago, JahRyl said:
hi! does any feb filers is having a problem checking their case status online and is giving them an error “User Defined Error”?
I have been having this responses since last week and called USCIS today. And as the rep told me to wait for 15 days more and get back to them.
We are getting the Same thing here. Same thing here, I wonder if others are getting the same message. It's either they are working on our cases or its a maintenance error.
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19 hours ago, John & Rose said:
Right now I am just hoping for a quick turnaround at NVC. We are very excited but we also know that we are not in control yet.
This is true, however that is going to change very soon. You can pretty much move as quickly as you want once you have your MNL number. For us it was 50 days from NOA-2 to visa in hand. It could have been a few days sooner but I had to make arrangements at work to have time to fly down there. Good luck!
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On 3/7/2018 at 2:50 AM, Wuozopo said:
It is the "class of admission" for aliens admitted on a temporary basis (i.e., non-immigrants) that SSA goes by. If you were admitted as a K1, your class of admission does not change just because you married.
K1 remains how you got in the country.
Your class doesn't change but your status changes. In any case that is the way it's being interpreted by many people working at the SSA office, whether it's correct or not. In which everyone is having different experiences it seems. So to be safe get it before you get married.
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11 hours ago, Wuozopo said:
A K1 can get a SSN before or after marriage up until the last two weeks before their 90 entry expires. If you let that time window pass, you have to have an EAD card or green card to get it.
Not so, as soon as you get married your status changes into a "no mans land," for lack of a better word. You are no longer a K-1 immigrant and you aren't a permanent resident.
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17 hours ago, ADAngel said:
As far as receiving the SSN, I've seen a LOT of conflicting advice and I've searched through the website but haven't found a definitive answer.
-With I-94's being electronic and almost instant, how early can you go and apply for the an SSN?
Simple, if you can see your I-94 online, so can SSA. But I would print out a copy and bring it with you to the SSA office.
Quote-How long after applying for the SSN will you know what your SSN is?
When you get the card in the mail. But from the SSA website its says "Generally 10-14 business days." Putting that aside its usually very quick as my then Fiancee got hers in about a week. As usual YMMV.
But don't wait until you get married to get your SSA, as then you won't be able to get one until you get the EAD or GC. Getting your SS number now will make so many things MUCH EASIER. Yes I know the conflicting opinions and advice on here, but if I may put this out there by asking, What does it hurt to try?? Sitting around worrying about what if's and negative posts isn't going to help you move forward. Good luck!!
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Call me the odd one out here, but I actually buy that the FBI may be involved here. However, I also believe we aren't getting the full story. But I don't believe for a second she has anything to do with the Mueller investigation, that's post is just plain trolling.
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3 minutes ago, missileman said:
Those dates are useless........the ones here on VJ are much more reliable........
Says he who quoted the USCIS site earlier in the thread. Just sharing another tool for those who want access to more information. Like all the information on here concerning USCIS, it should be viewed as one small snapshot of the whole picture.
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Here is the link so anyone curious can look at processing times for various centers. It's waaay easier to show someone how to fish instead of trying to appear smart.
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28 minutes ago, bestofluck said:
Today, March 1st, my EAD online status updated again to "On March 1, 2018, your request to have your case expedited, referral number T1xxxxxMSC, was completed." I called in and they told me that my expedite case is still under review. So I guess they got my fax from Feb 27th and started to look at my case. Will see what their decision is.
Best of luck!!
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20 hours ago, Fippsie said:
I think it will cause red flags that you met on a dating website and plan on marrying before even meeting. Looks like a wedding simply for immigration.
Also you say you will only be able to visit once during the process because of finances.. the visa process is VERY expensive. are you sure you want to invest more than half a grand before even having met? I‘d say wait a few months and see how it is. if you of course don‘t care that you might waste 600$, apply the sooner the better. It‘s a long process.
Won't cause red flags at the Manila Embassy. This is the norm in the Philippines. For the most part the embassy is fairly easy as far as K-1 visas are concerned. The key is having all your paperwork in order and barring nothing unusual in your case, the chance of approval is very good.
5 hours ago, ZachTX said:Thanks everyone for the input.
I'm committed to seeing this through with her. I know this will be a trying process for us but it will also be a good strength-building experience for our relationship.
In less than 3 weeks we will be meeting each other - the excitement is building with each passing day for her and myself!
I know you are excited and really want to see this work out. However I would caution you not to put the cart before the horse. Make sure you go into this with the mindset of looking for any possible red flag. Plus on the lookout for any inaccuracies about what she has told you so far. Talking online is one thing, but being with someone in person can be a completely different ball game, especially if one or both parties weren't completely honest about things while chatting or even video calling online. It would be a good idea to do some research and connect with ex-pats that are in the Philippines so you will have a better idea of what you are getting into. For starters head over the the regional forum dedicated to the Philippines on here. Good luck!
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3 hours ago, GioRod said:
Hello hope every one is having a good morning,
Does any one know when a updated version will be released. I got a rejection notice about 2weeks ago about having an expired one filled but did not fill this one out in fear of rejection by the time they would have looked at it would have stated expired. Now I want to resend it out but this one is expired, This is the most recent on USCIS.GOV
Thanks in advance for any responses
This one is still vaild until they release the new one. I believe they go by the Edition date at the bottom of the page, not the expiration date. Also it is when you submit, not when they look at it that determines if they reject it or not.
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5 hours ago, Laura123 said:
Hey guys a quick question my last update date shows as January 18 still. Has anyone’s last update date changed ? Does that mean they haven’t worked on my case since jan 18?
I did biometrics on February 2nd haven’t heard anything after that
Seems like the norm if you look back at other AOS forums from past months. Ours still shows the NOA1 date January 10th. Hopefully everyone will hear something soon but it still is very early in the process. But who knows, the process may be going faster this year??? It doesn't hurt to dream..hehe
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11 hours ago, Jaquelly said:
Why would you even risk going through the entire process of a K1 visa for a party? I don't get it. You can have a celebration afterwards. This process isn't about romance and making your family happy. If this person rolls the dice and has an engagement party, USCIS might deny them. Is it smart to even take that risk?
To set the record straight, I stated very clearly don't have the party.
11 hours ago, Zzyzx said:Just my 2 cents if I were in the OP's shoes: I would cancel the party and roll the dice since the K-1 visa is already in process. And if asked in the interview about the statement, explain that after learning more about the process, you canceled the party in effort to avoid any misinterpretations. Perhaps I'm wrong, Estonia isn't one of those countries where a party or religious ceremony by itself, constitutes a "legal" marriage. So this issue most likely isn't on the radar for the CO's there.
But overall I agree, the normal wedding routine should be on the backburner when deciding to go the immigration route for marriage.
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2 minutes ago, caliliving said:
a religious ceremony is a grey area.. yes, he will be asked and people are telling him it is an issue. he needs to apply for a CR1 and get married.
A lot more grey in certain countries than others. But in this case we are talking about a "party." I don't see this as a huge issue as the party hasn't even happened.
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1 hour ago, caliliving said:
i agree! get married and do CR1! it is superior and you will have a much easier transition in the USA!
Yes but starting all over again will add months to the process including the extra 3-4 months it takes to do the CR-1. Plus ironing out the details of getting married in Estonia may not be easy. However Estonia is part of ESTA, so a Vegas wedding would fit the bill. Keeping in mind leaving the country then filing for CR-1. Let's not forget the extra expenses of filing everything all over again, not fun! It isn't as romantic as everyone is painting it here.
Just my 2 cents if I were in the OP's shoes: I would cancel the party and roll the dice since the K-1 visa is already in process. And if asked in the interview about the statement, explain that after learning more about the process, you canceled the party in effort to avoid any misinterpretations. Perhaps I'm wrong, Estonia isn't one of those countries where a party or religious ceremony by itself, constitutes a "legal" marriage. So this issue most likely isn't on the radar for the CO's there.
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On 2/23/2018 at 5:18 PM, delish said:
There is also a mall near St. Luke’s. I think it is Robinsons.
Indeed there is and within walking distance. There is a 7-eleven and McDonalds on the same street as well. We visited different 7-Elevens about 5 or 6 times during our week stay in Manila.
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13 hours ago, WifeNeedingAnswer said:
He has no arrests or felonies or anything like that , thankfully , which even official told my husband during interview , I think it’s more because he couldn’t recall what they were talking about ? I mean something that happened 8years ago , especially something so small as that is pretty easy to forget . & thank you, I really hope it does , since like I said , our 4 kids miss him so much , as do I of course
I wouldn't say easy to forget, especially if he hasn't had many interactions with the police. Perhaps it could be some nerves getting in the way of his memory during the interview? Or he is embarrassed and doesn't want to tell you what happened. Unfortunately the only thing you can do at this point is wait to see how it pans out. Good luck!
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Hank, You highlight the I-94 which is issued for a lot of different visas which SSA treats accordingly. The paragraph listed is very vague and encapsulates a lot of the SSA policies into one. Speaking specifically about the K-1 once you get married your status changes in the eyes of SSA as I explained before. That is why it is recommended to get your SS card before marriage or you will run into a lot of trouble getting it. Believe you me, my wife and I found this out when we tried to get the name changed after marriage. Luckily I (or unluckily I suppose) got to speak with someone fairly high up the food chain at SSA because I thought the same as you did. I'm fairly confident that she didn't get her job by not knowing how things worked from A to Z. So we just opted to check the issue a new SSA card box on the i-765 application and not bother going back to the office. And it arrived 2 days after the EAD with the new name.