Silver Fox

EAD Approved in 11/6 and mailed 11/7 thank goodness. Now just to resubmit the medical for the GC later today and hopefully this phase of the journey is completed! Thank God! 

Same as you. We received the GC in the mail this afternoon. So happy right now. And my husband got a job offer today too.

I still don't have my EAD/AP as of now it doesn't matter to me... coz I got my AOS interview scheduled here in my uscis field office i am very sure I'm gonna have my gc on second week of November 

Hello to everyone on this thread! I've just spent ages catching up on everyone's posts until I decided to chime in... I've been here since mid-May, married June 1st and had my NOA1 on 20th July. It's amazing to me that some people have already had interviews! Congratulations to those people. I'm in the Los Angeles area, so I'm not holding my breath to get my interview anytime soon. I had my biometrics done in August and my case status changed to 'ready to be scheduled' since August 17th but no change since then. I'd resigned myself that I wouldn't get my EAD or AP until at least late November or early December, but if those are coming sooner that would be a blessing. I would love to be able to go home for Christmas, but I'm not planning anything until I have the AP in hand! 
 
I've seen a few people mention getting their driving licences, and it's odd how much it differs from state to state. California is the same pain as that once your I-94 expires, you're back in limboland in the DMV's eyes... I even called California Highway Patrol to ask their thoughts on driving on a UK licence, but they advised I can't. You're a California resident in their eyes, and so you must have a California licence (though the man I spoke to was so friendly and recognised the absurd situation). Thankfully there is the AB60 option. I have that licence, and I'll explain how I got it! 
 
I initially had quite a fiasco with the DMV (after spending four hours waiting/being seen on my first visit) but I was able to apply for a temporary licence within my i-94 window. I had my written test during my first visit and passed, and was very lucky in being able to find a practical test slot two weeks later. I'd already been driving my husband's car during my previous visits to him (on my UK licence) but wanted to make sure I was able to drive to the California test standard, so I took a few lessons with an instructor so that I'd feel more confident and also know how to pass the test. Thankfully I managed to pass first time! BUT, after passing my test I really only had two weeks of a licence before that would expire. This is when I put in three separate calls to the main DMV call centre, and they helped me clear up what I could do. Each person I spoke to was well aware of this limbo issue for certain visas, and were helpful in how I could resolve the problem. 

California DMV won't accept any other form of verification that you are legally within the US until your EAD is ready, in order to get a regular licence (or the new RealID). They do however provide the AB60 licence, which functions similarly to a regular driving licence with limitations ie you can't use it to fly (which is no problem if you have a passport), or for work authorisation. If you can provide the DMV with your passport, SSN, and proof of residence, you should be able to get an AB60 with no problem. I'd read that there is a secondary review which can take a long time, but twice upon talking to the DMV over the phone, they told me that I had enough documentation to successfully get the AB60 - but I had to go to a specific driving licence processing centre to get that ie not every local office can process it. Fortunately there was one processing centre only a short drive from me, so I went there to prepare to wait hours again. Thankfully I was done in 90 minutes! I'd brought my passport, current temporary licence (that had just expired), SSN card with the slip including my address, bank statements, and even my marriage and birth certificate in case they needed those. All that I needed to show them again was my passport, SSN card and bank statements for proof of residency. And that was it. I received my California licence in the mail just over a week later, and it's been a blessing to have it. My husband and I are looking to buy a new car, and just having that licence with me has been such a help. Once I receive my EAD, I just need to go back to the DMV again to swap the licence for a RealID. 

I hope this information helps anyone else in a similar situation, although it might be that you can now hold out for the EAD if these really might be with us by next month! 

Just so you know, because I am on an AB60 as well, the AB60 license is good for 5 years before it needs renewing, as if it was a regular license. If you go to DMV and swap it again for a license based on your EAD (REALID or otherwise), it will expire when your EAD does, and it can be a PITA to get it renewed when all you get from USCIS is a letter to say your EAD has been extended.  You don't need a REALID license yet because your EAD will be REALID compliant and you can use that to board planes and enter military bases.

So happy today!!! My case status changed into " interview scheduled! " can't wait for the appointment letter! 

Hello,
 
Just an update from my end, I had my EAD expedited last Aug 28, 2018 under the grounds of severe financial even in the absence of job offer even without a job offer.
An excerpt from my cover letter:
 
I believe this request meets the criteria for expedited processing based on severe financial loss. The choice of expressing severe financial loss is based on my potential annual salary at an average of XXXK to ZZZK USD. 
My job applications as Senior SAP Consultant are not being considered at recruitment level despite very suitable qualifications. Consideration is not given due to the absence of a work authorization or a green card. Clients, especially multinational companies, require a finalized work authorization to continue processing my application.
I am enclosing evidence of emails from recruiters which demonstrate salary rate and benefits if hired, reasons for termination of the application process (critical areas are highlighted), my resume as proof of qualifications.
It is my desire to become a contributing member of the USA as soon as possible by receiving an expedited I-765.
 
Hope this helps anyone who wishes to expedite EAD.
 
July 20, 2018 - AOS received by USCIS
July 31, 2018 - Letter for biometrics for Aug 17
Aug 01, 2018 - My NM driver's license and I-94 expired, went to MVDand presented NOA1 and marriage contract, car insurance under my name
Aug 06, 2018 - Biometrics done in El Paso
Aug 20, 2018 -  Got a validation letter from MVD that they have received the results of my lawful status from DHS
Aug 28, 2018 - Got my renewed MVD  NM license for 1 year of validity but - TEMPORARY
Aug 28, 2018 - Status changed : Case is ready to be scheduled for interview
Aug 28, 2018 - Expedited EAD - Financial loss reason
Sept 4, 2018 - USCIS emailed requesting for RFE, fax evidence
Sept 6, 2018 - USCIS emailed confirming receipt of evidences
Sept 18, 2018  - EAD approved, card is being produced 

Hello,
 
Just an update from my end, I had my EAD expedited last Aug 28, 2018 under the grounds of severe financial even in the absence of job offer even without a job offer.
An excerpt from my cover letter:
 
I believe this request meets the criteria for expedited processing based on severe financial loss. The choice of expressing severe financial loss is based on my potential annual salary at an average of XXXK to ZZZK USD. 
My job applications as Senior SAP Consultant are not being considered at recruitment level despite very suitable qualifications. Consideration is not given due to the absence of a work authorization or a green card. Clients, especially multinational companies, require a finalized work authorization to continue processing my application.
I am enclosing evidence of emails from recruiters which demonstrate salary rate and benefits if hired, reasons for termination of the application process (critical areas are highlighted), my resume as proof of qualifications.
It is my desire to become a contributing member of the USA as soon as possible by receiving an expedited I-765.
 
Hope this helps anyone who wishes to expedite EAD.
 
July 20, 2018 - AOS received by USCIS
July 31, 2018 - Letter for biometrics for Aug 17
Aug 01, 2018 - My NM driver's license and I-94 expired, went to MVDand presented NOA1 and marriage contract, car insurance under my name
Aug 06, 2018 - Biometrics done in El Paso
Aug 20, 2018 -  Got a validation letter from MVD that they have received the results of my lawful status from DHS
Aug 28, 2018 - Got my renewed MVD  NM license for 1 year of validity but - TEMPORARY
Aug 28, 2018 - Status changed : Case is ready to be scheduled for interview
Aug 28, 2018 - Expedited EAD - Financial loss reason
Sept 4, 2018 - USCIS emailed requesting for RFE, fax evidence
Sept 6, 2018 - USCIS emailed confirming receipt of evidences
Sept 18, 2018  - EAD approved, card is being produced 

Hello,
 
Just an update from my end, I had my EAD expedited last Aug 28, 2018 under the grounds of severe financial even in the absence of job offer even without a job offer.
An excerpt from my cover letter:
 
I believe this request meets the criteria for expedited processing based on severe financial loss. The choice of expressing severe financial loss is based on my potential annual salary at an average of XXXK to ZZZK USD. 
My job applications as Senior SAP Consultant are not being considered at recruitment level despite very suitable qualifications. Consideration is not given due to the absence of a work authorization or a green card. Clients, especially multinational companies, require a finalized work authorization to continue processing my application.
I am enclosing evidence of emails from recruiters which demonstrate salary rate and benefits if hired, reasons for termination of the application process (critical areas are highlighted), my resume as proof of qualifications.
It is my desire to become a contributing member of the USA as soon as possible by receiving an expedited I-765.
 
Hope this helps anyone who wishes to expedite EAD.
 
July 20, 2018 - AOS received by USCIS
July 31, 2018 - Letter for biometrics for Aug 17
Aug 01, 2018 - My NM driver's license and I-94 expired, went to MVDand presented NOA1 and marriage contract, car insurance under my name
Aug 06, 2018 - Biometrics done in El Paso
Aug 20, 2018 -  Got a validation letter from MVD that they have received the results of my lawful status from DHS
Aug 28, 2018 - Got my renewed MVD  NM license for 1 year of validity but - TEMPORARY
Aug 28, 2018 - Status changed : Case is ready to be scheduled for interview
Aug 28, 2018 - Expedited EAD - Financial loss reason
Sept 4, 2018 - USCIS emailed requesting for RFE, fax evidence
Sept 6, 2018 - USCIS emailed confirming receipt of evidences
Sept 18, 2018  - EAD approved, card is being produced 

Thank you @Silver Fox. I took some solace that they told us to come back and immediately talk to one of the staff members so that we could skip ahead of the line. Thank you for your experience.

Boston filer here : timeline. Packet delivered 12th july, acceptance text/mail 30th july, biometrics appointment 21st August. 22nd: ready to be scheduled for interview. 4th September: interview scheduled. Yay!!!

I am sorry but I have to contradict you. If you read the NOA1 it says it doesn't grand you any immigration benefit. Once the I-94 expires in the case of K1 we are basically out of status and if I remember correctly I read it somewhere (can't find it now) that the attorney general basically grants permission for you to stay while your adjustment of status is pending. If you would have like H1B or any other legal status ad you could  maintain it (if you meet the conditions of that status) while your AOS is pending that would be your legal status....
 
That's why we can't get a state id, or driver's license etc until we receive the EAD which has a legal expiration date.
 
And yes, if I am not mistaken whom are waiting 2 years for a greencard they are basically out of status, I think, but protected from deportation and they benefit the AP and EAD if they applied for it....
 
Maybe somebody with more experience can correct what i wrote if it is not correct.

We had our early biometrics 11 days earlier through walk in. So far so good.
 
God bless and good luck everyone on your AOS journey.
 
Applied: July 16th - (AOS, EAD & AP) 
E Notice: July 20th 
NOA1 Letter: July 23th 
NOA1 Biometrics Appointment Letter: Aug 3
Early Walk-In Biometrics Appointment: Aug 06th ( Scheduled on Aug 17th)

Anyone who has their biometric appt soon,  i had at an appt at 2pm today. was out by 2:20pm. I was the only person there. They get you to fill out the AIW ( just a questionnaire info sheet really - basic info, name, height weight etc) . Then show ID, and appointment letter. anyone who has submitted the AOS in their new name, take your marriage certificate with you as proof of this. I did just in case and they asked to see it.
 
After this , i was called over for my photo, digital signature and finger prints. 
 
Its as easy as that. Very friendly people, very quick! This was the office in SLC if anyone was wondering 

Received our biometrics in the mail. Filed on the 2nd, NOA1’s 9th (hard copies 14th), biometrics on the 30th! What a good day! 😊

John, I admire your attitude. I have seen so many people on here who blame everyone but themselves when a visa is denied. It is refreshing to see someone realizing they made a mistake, and moving forward from there.
 
It's sad that something small like this will delay your process, but I'm sure you'll get that visa in the end. I wish you all the best, and I hope you'll be able to visit Rose often to help you both get through the process.

Guys I’m still doing it! 
 
Its just is kind of time to reduce the number because they are touching dates randomly a little amount of approvals. But I will do scans accordingly to see the movement itself.

Hi Everyone, 
 
We just got our case number today and shortly the CEAC website says it is now in transit to USEM ( Philippines).
 
July 28, 2017 - I-129F Sent
Aug 03, 2017 - NOA1  ( I-129F received)
Feb 21, 2018- NOA2  approval
Feb 22, 2018 - NOA2 updated in USCIS website ( 203 days)
March 14, 2018 - NVC Received/ NVC #number
 
I got this notification as well: " Your case is in transit to the Consular Section. Your interview date was provided to you by the National Visa Center."
Do I go ahead and schedule for interview or follow what the notification above says - interview date provided by the NVC?
 
Appreciate your help in advance. Good luck to everyone in this journey

Guys,
My visa is approved today at Dar es Salaam embassy...I am so happy...
Can't  wait  to collect my passport on next Wednesday.
I am wishing everyone to get to end of this process, it's stressing at beginning but exciting at last. 
Much love  to all of you

That's Hank's link she shared with you and he is an Expert. You follow every thing that he has outlined for you and you won't worry about passing and getting your visa. He has been here for 10 years help Filipino navigate all that has to be done in the Phil.

Hi Everyone, 
 
We just got our case number today and shortly the CEAC website says it is now in transit to USEM ( Philippines).
 
July 28, 2017 - I-129F Sent
Aug 03, 2017 - NOA1  ( I-129F received)
Feb 21, 2018- NOA2  approval
Feb 22, 2018 - NOA2 updated in USCIS website ( 203 days)
March 14, 2018 - NVC Received/ NVC #number
 
I got this notification as well: " Your case is in transit to the Consular Section. Your interview date was provided to you by the National Visa Center."
Do I go ahead and schedule for interview or follow what the notification above says - interview date provided by the NVC?
 
Appreciate your help in advance. Good luck to everyone in this journey

@jemilyn thanks for the link. I read the same just leveraging what others have done so I do it right the first time. Good luck on your interview. @dynesyzygy thanks. Good luck too on your journey.

3/13 Full day Total : 95
 
Guys I'm not going to lie, I don't understand why we are not seeing 31st cases...
 
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Goodluck! Me and my kids will be doing the medical on Thursday. Will be flying all the way from Davao. It'll be a busy week for us. 😊

Good luck to us ... i scheduled my interview appointment last week of March 😊