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8 hours ago, zilchfox said:

OP had a restricted SSN card before, so for them to remove that restriction notation on it, they need to provide their unexpired GC, otherwise they'd just replace it with the same, restricted SSN card. 

 

OP, you kinda screwed yourself by not being on top of your documents, but I'd assume an I-551 stamp in your passport should suffice as you wait for the green card itself in the mail (despite naturalizing soon). If you at least filed for your unrestricted SSN card ten years ago (which is free to do), you wouldn't be having this issue today as your drivers license and unrestricted SSN would have sufficed to satisfy the requirements for the I-9, even with an expired GC. 

Yeah you are right. Well I guess I paid for not being on top of it with cold hard cash. Oh well, as long as I get my I-551 stamp i'm good. Can't wait to be a citizen and not have to worry about all this paperwork, renewals etc. Thanks for all the help guys!

59 minutes ago, Diane and Chris said:

Exactly!  It is the price to pay for procrastination. 🤑

True I could have filed a while back while my card was still valid.

But it is still unfair to require someone to file for a replacement card WHILE their N-400 application is in process. The green card application will most likely be rejected as I will be a citizen before it is issued. Exceptions should be made if someone is already in the naturalization process.

Its just a way for them to get money from people.

11 hours ago, Bzlibem said:

I just went to the SS office last week to get a replacement SS card and all they asked for was DL

Yeah I wish that happened to me  They were supposed to ask you for proof of current status.

26 minutes ago, charmander said:

No problem. Mr Google took me to an official response from USCIS reflecting the old rule (from 2008). Check Q4. https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/files/nativedocuments/revised_qa_062508.pdf

 

I wonder what made them change the rule. Most likely they wanted to make extra cash.

Must be. Well they got my money.. $540 paid to Uncle Sam. That rule needs to be changed.

3 minutes ago, charmander said:

So this article http://www.klinkeimmigration.com/en/blog/us-immigration-news/how-naturalization-and-renewing-your-green-card-dont-often-work-together.php

says there is a new USCIS policy that requires I-90 no matter what. Couldn't find a link to the policy she mentions though. This post is from April of last year, if this is something new, don't rely on postings earlier than that. I hope someone who is currently (or recently) in a similar situation like yours could share what he/she did.

Wow thank you!! It seems that I have to donate $500+ for a GC renewal that will be ultimately denied because I will likely be a citizen by then. Makes no sense. But thank you so much for the article. You rock!

1 minute ago, cd37 said:

Agree but as far as I know you still have to furnish work authorization doc (i.e. green card) to your employer. SSN does not count as work authorization doc.

A DL and social security card with no written restrictions can suffice.

9 minutes ago, WandY said:

You are correct...sort of. The first week my K-1 wife was in the U.S., she obtained a SSN. The SS card was stamped "Not Authorized For Work Purposes" or something similar. That's because she didn't have a GC yet. However, you're correct by stating that the SSN's stay the same, regardless of the citizenship stage. The poster is in a dilemma because living in the U.S. with an expired passport AND expired GC is the no-man's land of citizenship and work authorization.

I just have an expired GC. My passport is valid. 

I am going to get the I-551 stamp for my employer. I just need to know if I can do so by taking my passport and N-400 documentation to my infopass appointment. Or If I HAVE to file I-90 and spend $500 before I can get the I-551 stamp. Seems like a waste of money since I am a permanent resident and in process for citizenship.

2 minutes ago, WandY said:

You've been in the U.S. for 10 years without a SSN? I hope you weren't working. Seems your severe procrastination is now causing issues with employment. Under Trump, employers are very skittish. Immigration matters should be dealt with intentional expediency. But I guess you already know that. When my K-1 wife entered the U.S., she obtained a SSN with her VN passport and K-1. She then obtained GC and went to work. You don't have a SSN or a valid passport. That could be a problem for employers. Hope your paperwork goes through in time. Good luck.

No You misunderstand me. I have a Social Security Number. I just dont have the physical card. I lost it a while back and never replaced it because I has a GC and it never was required for anything.

I have been a GC holder for 10 yrs. Combo of DL and SS card will suffice for I-9. But I went to the office to get the card and I need a Valid GC card to get the actual physical SS card.

Just now, cd37 said:

There is no such thing like unrestricted SSN !! SSN does not have expiry date 

I meant getting a SS card with no work restrictions written on it. I did not even know I would need a valid GC to get a SS card.

Thank you for moving.

Yes I have a valid DL but I do not have a SS card. Went to the office to get an unrestricted one but they need a valid GC/ Passport with I-551 stamp to process

Hi Guys,

My 10 yr GC expired in April 2017. In June, I applied for my citizenship, filling out the N-400. I have done my Biometrics and waiting on interview.

I got offered my DREAM job and my start date is on the 28th of this month. However, I do not have proof of ability to work since my GC is expired and I do not have a SS card. 

I need to get the I-551 stamp on my passport to enable me work and travel while my applications are pending. I already have an infopass appointment for the 21st.

However, If I show up there with my notice of action for N-400, will I get the stamp? Or do I have to file for I-90 and take that notice of action to get the stamp? I do not want to file I-90 as that will just be a waste of $500 since I should be getting my citizenship in a few short months.

So thats my dilemma. SHould I go to my infopass appointment with my expired GC, notice of action for N-400 and biometrics, and hope to get the stamp? Or should I spend $500 to apply for 1-90 before I go to the infopass appointment? Help will be greatly appreciated!

on the first page of the i-485 form, part 2 it asks why you are applying for adjustment of status. i'm supposed to select B right? i came in as F1 and am currently married to a USC and filing for AOS. thx.

can someone help? im putting together my package now and dont want to make a mistake

anyone?

can someone please give me a link to the latest form i-864. the one on the uscis.gov website says it expires on 09/17/2006. thx.

hey all. in form i-864 it asks the sponsor to list all spouses and children immigrating with the immigrant. this number is then totalled up to determine household size. however should my wife and son be listed even though they are u.s citizens? if they arent listed then family size would be just me and my wife. my brother in law is our joint sponsor and we are stuck on this question. check the example forms link on this site to see what i mean. thanks for any reply

belladona ph what did u do with ur checks? and links to cover letters would be appreciated

the checklist was given to me at the USCIS, I just attached it on the letter.

as for your cover letter, maybe this can help:

Application for Adjustment Of Status

Dear USCIS Examiner:

I am submitting the following as application for adjustment of status.

Petitioner : ( list all forms submitted )

Beneficiary : Name of beneficiary and Case number

( list all forms submiited by beneficiary)

( if you are mailing checks for payment, state check number and amount and as to what the payment is for)

respectfuly,

sign your name

( include your mailing address)

Make sure you have a copy of all documents you submitted and use mailing agencies where you can track your mail.

Good luck

sry. i meant what did u do with the checks for payment? what did u attach them to in the file.

belladona ph what did u do with ur checks? and links to cover letters would be appreciated

hey all, i'll be sending in my package on friday but i have several questions...please answer all u can.

in form i-130 question 22 it asks where the alien will be adjusting status. should i put the regional ins office(bloomington,mn in my case), or the chicago office?

we have a joint sponsor. do they figure out how much he makes by his last tax transcripts or by how much he currently make. our joint sponsor's last job wasnt very high paying and it shows in his transcripts but he got a new job in january and makes a whole lot more. i hope they go by his current earnings.

what is an A number? i came in as F1 and i dont think i have one. any help?

and finally i find myself worrying about how to put the whole package together. do i put each form (i-485, i-130, i-765..medical and ead forms) in ther seperate envelopes and put everything in on large envelope and mail it, with the checks in the corresponding envelope? or do i just seperate the forms with clips and not put them in envelopes? and where can i find a cover letter. thx for all the help.

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thanks kezzie. i was really scared for a minute there.

But it is likely that you will still need a co-sponsor....

Kezzie

i'm sure my in-laws will be more than willing to sponsor me. i just want to make sure my application wont be thrown out because i worked.

i found this

http://www.uscis.gov/graphics/howdoi/LPReligibility.htm#k

scroll down to ineligible.

There may be other reasons that you are eligible for adjustment to permanent resident status. Please see USCIS Form I-485 for more complete information.

You may be ineligible for adjustment to permanent resident status if:

* You entered the U.S. while you were in transit to another country without obtaining a visa.

* You entered the U.S. while you were a nonimmigrant crewman.

* You were not admitted or paroled into the United States after being inspected by a U.S. Immigration inspector.

* You are employed in the United States without USCIS authorization or you are no longer legally in the country (except through no fault of your own or for some technical reason). This rule does not apply to you if:

o You are the immediate relative of a U.S. citizen (parent, spouse, or unmarried child under 21 years old).

o Certain foreign medical graduates, international organization employees and family members.

am i safe?

wow im scared now. ok heres some background. i came in on f1 visa and got married january 05. we had a baby and i had to leave school due to lack of funds so my f1 expired. i started working to feed myself and my family and i filed taxes jointly with my wife last year. what do u guys advice me to do. oh and i entered the us in jan 04

i see. but since we filed jointly my earnings will show up on her transcripts for the interviewer to see anyways right.plus i thought the spouse of a USC is forgiven for working without authorization (plz correct me if im wrong)

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anyone?

hey all. i'm about done completing the AOS package. however my wife doesnt meet the minimum 125% requirement. i work and both our incomes combined exceed the limit. however i am not authorized to work but i do anyways because i have a child to support. we both filed taxes jointly in 2005 and have the tax transcripts from last yr. my question is can i be a joint sponsor and have my wife be the primary sponsor even though i wrked without authorization? thx.

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