Aj-Ind

15 hours ago, papasmf said:

Hi, when you say the time-frame updated after biometrics re-use, did you see any case update after the initial "in-progress / receipt notice" update?  That's the only update we have, it still estimates 13 moths, but if I click on the documents tab, there is a biometrics reuse notice, so I was curious if that was all you saw before the time was shortened?

I didn’t see any case update on the tab you are talking about. It shows only in documents section tab that they reused my biometric. But the case status tab says only about our application being submitted and under review. 

Hello all,

I have submitted my N-400 on 16 Aug online and soon I got NOA about submission and reuse of my biometrics. Before biometric reuse NOA processing time was 13 months, now its approx. 7 months.

Hi everyone...I received my 10 yr GC today in the mail. I would like to thank everyone here and VisaJourney with their immense help. I wish everyone good luck with their applications. Have a great day. 

5 hours ago, Queen30 said:

Update : 

Hey Guys , Hope is always alive. I received this email today from USCIS 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽. 
I hope everyone receives this email soon as well. 

Congratulations Queen!!!

12 hours ago, Yujay said:

Hello, I got the same update on 11/9. Texas service center. Let’s keep each other updated please. 

Yes. You can also follow the Google sheet from this group if you are not following it yet. 

Can anyone please move my row in the sheet to MSC section? I don’t know how to do it. I tried. My row number is 40.  Thanks 

Got the transfer notice... transferred to NBC from SRC. Notice dated 11/09. Reason- Speed up processing. 

Update: same as yesterday except it does say that now new office has the jurisdiction. I will post the notice as soon as I get it. 
 

18 minutes ago, Queen30 said:

Yes it is. The NBC is known to schedule interviews but reading other forums 2017-2019 filers , some stated they a got interview scheduled notifications and few days later  “10yr GC” was in the mail. 

I am glad at least we are getting constant updates. We know where we are in the process. I don’t mind being interviewed but if they waived it then it will save our time and money. Good luck Queen30 

1 hour ago, Queen30 said:

Mine was transferred as well. My R-number starts with -SRC as well. Got my mailed notice letter few days ago. 

Looks like our files are moving together. 

Update 

3 hours ago, frank19910210 said:

Hi everyone,

 

Just got an update on the case. Fingerprint is waived just like everybody else.

 

Now the real wait begins, hope the local office would start processing the documents soon as we don't have to provide biometrics

Great. Yes I think they are waiving it for now so that they can continue the process but I guess eventually we have to appear for the biometric in future. 

30 minutes ago, Bob in Boston said:

Very Good! moving along lol.  Dont forget to update the spreadsheet, Give your fellow service center members some hope.

👍 

Yes I did update the spreadsheet too. 

Update: SRC center

10 hours ago, YazminJ said:

Just a quick tip on the USCIS website for filling tips it says to put the tabs at the bottom on the pages not on the side. I don’t know why, but I thought I’d just let you know if you haven’t already sent yours off yet. 

Thanks man for letting me know. I never came across this page. I have already send it. I will keep that in mind for the next time.  👍

5 hours ago, frank19910210 said:

Hi,

 

I would like to know has anyone used organizers like file fasterners to organize the document? or just used a paper clip to keep it simple?

 

Because I have seen some people say that using file fasteners can slow down the process, while others say it doesn't really matter

 

Thanks

 

I did mine like this 

Updates:

Sept 1- Mailed the package

Sept 3- Got delivered

Sept 10(1.30pm)- Received text (SRC office)

Hello guys..I just mailed my package.. attached is the list of documents.. Good luck everyone..

16 hours ago, frank19910210 said:

Also, this is the evidence that I have prepared:

 

Extensive list of documents..good luck.

Update: Online case status updated to new card in production yesterday (11/14/18).

Hi guys,

Quick update on my interview (AOS) at Nashville.

I had my interview on 11/13/2018. Our appointment time was at 8 am but we arrived early around at 7.30 am. We went through the security check-up. Need to show your ID and appointment letter. Got a token number like thing after security checkup. we were called in (20 min late than our appointment time). The person who  took our interview was the same person who called us in. Interviewer welcome us politely, asked how was our journey till here in the morning and always had a smiling face. As soon as we get in the office, interviewer ask to stand behind the chair and finish the oath thing. After that she ask to look into webcam like camera for biometric  and also did the both hand index finger scanning. Then she asked for both of our passports (my wife's passport was expired, USC), birth certificate and marriage certificate. Then she asked me my (beneficiary) full name, date of birth, country, date of marriage (she joked here 'million dollar question'), my wife name, her date of birth and finally verifying my signature on the application? If I am still  working at the same place as mentioned in the form? then she went the questions (yes/no) in the form about trafficking, terror activities, weapons, etc. Then she asked how we met, my wife answered most of the following questions (not directed particular to anyone but my wife volunteer for the questions). who pursued who? when friendship turn romantic? since when we are living together? how long you stayed together before you decide to get married?  any previous marriages, kids? who attended the wedding? why not big wedding (we just had court ceremony, we explained we are saving money for big wedding and travelling) ? then she asked if we got any financial mingling documents (we provide her bank statements, credit card copies) ? Any other copies you want to show me (I gave her bunch of copies of our bills, electric, internet, phone) ? Then we mentioned about the pictures too, she said she don't have to see any but few if we would like to show her.

She said everything looks good and she will run something and will let us know about her decision within 3-4 weeks. She walk us through till the exit. We spend 15-20 mins inside her office.

She was very polite and friendly. Every staff member we encountered were all nice and respectful. I would like to leave review about the center but the center option is not there in the drop down menu.

Good luck.

Hey guys, update!!

Last night we got an email stating case is ready for an interview. Now waiting for the letter to come through with a date! Hope status changes are beginning to happen for others too! 

Case got updated for EAD on 2/16 that new card is being produced.  

On ‎2‎/‎8‎/‎2018 at 7:17 PM, Ansbekk said:

An update for me:

First I apologize for not giving a review about my experience interviewing at the Cleveland office.  It has been a very busy week for me work wise.  Anyways, here is my experience:

My interview was at the Cleveland office Friday the 2nd at 10:30 in the morning.  We arrived there about 15 minutes earlier.  We checked in (finger print scan and a picture) and were told to wait for an officer to call us.

45 minutes later, an officer called my last name and asked us to follow him.  He introduced himself by last name "Arasim" and apologized for the delay as he was stuck with someone else before us.  He made it funny though.  He asked us to rise our hands and we swear to say the truth after he informed us that we will be video taped.  After that, he said that he will start with me first. He went through I-480 questions making sure that everything is correct, but I felt he was testing my answers on some the questions like where I work (worked) and entry dates.  With humor, he asked the mandatory questions that are in the end of the i-480 like crime questions, illegals, weapons,..etc.  Of course all are NO!!!! And then asked my wife's date of birth, place of birth, phone number and where we live now.  He made a funny comment when he learned that my wife is from MI state, he said that it is going to be a tough interview when her turns arrives.  He asked me for my passport, my EAD from OPT, I-90 and my license. He also asked my wife for her ID. Then he turned to her and asked her a few I-480 questions, but nothing about me.  He later turn to me and asked questions about my plans prior meeting my wife.  He asked for my I-20s and lease documents.  He did not want the copy of the lease, so he took the original.  He asked my EAD approval letter, but I gave the copy.  He took bank statement, credit card statement of both names, health insurance, phone bill both names, electricity bill, he did not want rent insurance.  He asked about car registration, but our cars are not shared between us.  He did not care.  He kept asking me over and over and over about whether I entered illegally and did I ever worked illegally.  Did a CPB officer stamp my passport at the port of entry and did I ever tried to fake anything.  He did not ask for her birth certificate , he did not want to see her taxes, or anything from her, he focused on me the entire interview.  It took about 30 minutes to 35.  Then asked about proposal and where we got married.  Who attended the wedding and did both families agreed to the wedding.  Intermediately after that question, he asked her for her mom and dad's phone number.  He asked if we have anything else to add? My wife gave him our album and he smiled and said "SURE LET'S SEE SOME PHOTOS" He took his time and looked through all individually.  We noticed he looked a photos with families longer.  Then he said I cannot approve the case now as I have a lot of documents to review and I have to verify everything.  He explained the conditional green card process and that we have to renew within 90 days prior to the expiration.  He said that I can apply for citizenship after the 3rd year.  He asked if we have any questions, we asked him when should we expect to hear from him, he said about a month from now.  He apologized again, shook my hand, and walked us to door.  Two hours later, he called her mom who was with us and asked her about me and my work type and if they like me.  He asked if she met my family and if she is with us in Cleveland.  She answered all correctly and then thanked her and hangup.  (phone number was 216-000-0000).  Today I received texts and emails that CASE WAS APPROVED YESTERDAY!!!

 

For those who rely on case status, my case status (except for the i-485 now) still saying case was received.  Even after the bio-metrics, it never changed.  It did not change for interview scheduled either. 

 

That's all I have for now guys.  If you have any questions, feel free to ask and I am sorry if there are any mistakes, I am writing fast and without proof-reading.

 

Waiting on "Card in Production" now  

Thanks for sharing your experience and congratulations !!!