VickeySis

Just now, Lucy&Jason said:

 

You should be dancing in joy and singing in gratefulness   

Thank you ☺️ 

6 minutes ago, Lucy&Jason said:

That’s just a easy one to respond to. Believe me.. then it will only take 3days for you to get your approval. Hehe. Lifting you up my friend. 

 

Keep us posted about your rfe. You are almost there now.. so happy. So so happy for you.❤️

THANK YOU soooooo very much my friend I don’t know wether to cry, laugh, sing, dance...so I am doing them all🤣🤣🤣🤣

5 minutes ago, Lucy&Jason said:

Wow friend @VickeySis so happy for you...😭😭😭 Congratulations...

 

Tears of joy...😊😊😊

@Lucy&Jason I like for real was in shock when they told me they sent out an RFE. Going back thru my application now just to see, but of course will wait for the RFE in the mail. I pray it will result in a quick fix and then approval. 

THANK YOU for your well wishes and prayers continue for you and our other VJ family here❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

52 minutes ago, brigimigi said:

Hey guys,

we are at day 200 today. My fiance called USCIS yesterday since we were both losing our patience. The guy was nice he told us that there’s nothing missing, all looks good, they don’t need anything else from us, it just takes time...theres a lot of people waiting and they are behind. they said if you don’t get anything in 2 weeks call back. He also said that we should be notified via mail by 9th september latest. It calmed me a little that its at least progressing... hope it helps some of you who are still worried. It’s gonna be over soon ❤️

@brigimigi thanks for the update. I’m sorry that we are both at 200 days and I pray for all of us that we can keep the faith and it be in the next phase of this process soon🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

37 minutes ago, Tokenfreak said:

Thanks!  Praying you get yours soon!

37 minutes ago, Tokenfreak said:

Thanks!  Praying you get yours soon!

@Tokenfreak congratulations on your approval!!!!

10 minutes ago, Clecuona said:

I do the same exact thing every morning! And slam my cell on my nightstand when it hasn’t changed 😕

I check st 6 and at 6:30😒😒😒 I am soooooo over this and the fact that tomorrow is Friday yeah I hate these days too now😭😭😭😭

5 minutes ago, Chair_force1 said:

I’m right there with you...  30 January 

Me too.. I’m jan 25 and they asked me the same thing...if I ever called with this issue before and funny how some do not even verify the account and others go thru the entire verification process. 

Day 197..... God please let us all be approved soon🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

I received a call back last night from a tier 2 who literally could not tell me anything and didn’t even realize that I had my address change on July 16....I am sooooooo over all of this like for real😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 

Tier 1 told me yesterday to go by my noa1 1/25/18 not 1/30/18 when wanting to make inquiry when I asked tier 2, she said go by 1/30....what the 🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬

43 minutes ago, Deehotstepper said:

It is so hard not to get emotional.

i will be buying lottery tickets tonight. power ball is at 233 million dollars. that would definitely help. 

you should definitely call, may you all get approved as well. 

If you win remember your VJ friends 🤣🤣🤣

5 minutes ago, Deehotstepper said:

WOW WOW WOW WOW WOW!!!!!

I am not sure how to start, I think I am still in shock. I decided to call USCIS today because i didn't receive the letter I was supposed to get, I spoke with another wonderful lady. I was patient and waited for her to get through her process and verification questions. I told her that i was calling because i didn't receive the explanation letter for why my case could not be expedited, and then i added if she can check the status of my case and let me know if someone is still reviewing it. She said one moment while she checks, she came back on the phone and told me that my case have been approved today and the letter was just sent out, dated 08/08/18. what a special date. i am so in shock, i have not called my fiance yet, i feel like i should just wait for the system to update by tonight or tomorrow to show the approval before i tell her, in case i am dreaming.

I was just so emotional when she said you have been approved, i asked her to make sure please because i must be dreaming, she said she cant lie about something like this. i say God bless you very well and if i could see you right now, i would hug you so much. 

i got off the phone and cried by myself for a few minutes, then composed myself and got back to work. it still feels so surreal. i have not told anyone but you guys because we have all been through this tough journey together since January, 7 months. we are family. i promise to remain here with you guys my fiends and help out as i can.

i will put all you my remaining friends in my prayers that you too will receive your blessing of approval, in Jesus name. Amen.

 

NOA1 Old: 01/31/18

          New: 02/05/18

       NOA2: 08/08/18

Omg @Deehotstepper I am crying for you my friend!!!! This is absolutely AMAAAAAZING need!!!! Congratulations!!! 🎉🎊🍾 

I called and was transferred to a Tier 2–well the automated system stating I would receive a call back when one is available...so we shall see! What an awesome day 8-8-18 if I was a betting gal I would play the lottery with those numbers!!!! 

Keep us posted on your journey!!! Again, congratulations 

42 minutes ago, Inna2404 said:

12 on the old site and 18 on the new site, still waiting. We had an email from Uscis - they took action, on thursday and still no change status.

Have you called to inquire? 

8 minutes ago, Valerie&Sergei said:

My fiance called them at 8 am, they asked him all the case data and promised to call him back with information about RFE. After 2 hours they called him back and explained, that copy of his Divorce Certificate (he was previously married and divorced) missed the judge's signature. They  told that is only one thing that hold approval of our case. 

That’s awesome!! Easy fix and approval soon!!!

3 minutes ago, Deehotstepper said:

Hi Group,

 

i know the wait is tough and hard for those of us who have not heard anything. Stay strong, pray and do what you can.

i wanted to provide an update: I called USCIS last Thursday to expedite my case because my fiance travels across the country for work and in the last couple of weeks, they have been terrorist activities, killings, bombings etc. The Tier 2 agent was very helpful and understanding, she submitted my request, of which they would sent me a letter and I would have to submit documentation of the reasons i am seeking for them to expedite my case. So i called today because i have been checking my informed delivery and i have not seen this letter. I happened to speak to a wonderful African American Lady today who was so helpful. She did inform me that the request to expedite was voided because if your case is scheduled to be decided within 45 days, there is no need to expedite. So for those considering putting in a request to expedite, there might be no need as your case will be decided soon.

She was also kind enough to let me know that my case is currently being reviewed by an officer and i should hear soon. She did give me the standard line of that it could take up to 45 days.

hope this helps others in my shoes as well, as we wait.

Thank you for the information and praying we all hear soon🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️❤️❤️

3 minutes ago, Ironclad43 said:

Maybe they'll update it once your notice gets mailed? 

Let us know how it goes.

I predict an influx of calls to uscis from those of us over 200+ days to see if this will work for us 😅😅😅 good thing I’m working today...just sayin 😌😌😌😌😌😉😉😉

1 minute ago, Chair_force1 said:

So.  Does USCIS only update their system  first thing in the morning, or has anyone seen random approvals during other times of the day?

I haven’t  seen approvals mid afternoon/evening. As far as VJ’ers post I usually see them stating they received an email like 6:30amEST and here recently people have just been checking the new website periodically....so who knows??!!! If someone has a more “defentitive” answer please share😅

I will admit I have been checking the new site throughout the day today with no status changes, and CSC still shows at this moment 7:18CST that they are processing 1/8/18 cases....

Praying and BEGGING we all hear THIS WEEK!!!!!!!!

27 minutes ago, LuFlolady said:

I just want to get my NOA2 this week please and thank you USCIS!

@LuFlolady I completely agree!!! I want ours too!!!!!!

4 hours ago, Faycol said:

Hi...I just checked on the new site and we got an RFE, I hope it's something we can sort out quickly..😖

Praying that it does get worked out for you soon!!! At least you heard something and hopefully get it taken care of ASAP!🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

2 hours ago, brigimigi said:

Thanks! 

Our NOA 1 is 25 January I'm a little disappointed we didn't get approved yet  the wait is awful

 

Our dates are the same. Completely understand your feelings!!! Praying this is our week!!!

1 hour ago, Lucy&Jason said:

He’s a lucky man he found a gem in you. 

 

Oh no special party to be held. Just a small gathering only. Just our family. Because i dont want to be emotional before i leave. I hate the word Goodbye.hehehehe.

 

We(filipinos) are known to have a strong family ties. We find difficult to be apart with our family. That’s why i opted not. Spending time with them will be enough before flying. 

 

What steps did you take to change your embassy?

Besides AMAZING Filipino food which I totally miss not being in Abu Dhabi I worked with many lovely Filipinos and was treated to special food all the time♥️

I love eastern family ties and connection it is truly something as a “western” I gravitated towards my fiancé’s culture and heritage. 

I was told once we receive case number from NVC that is when I inform of the requested change and follow up with islamabad to inform them they will be receiving our case God willing. 

And i I am right there with you, I hate the word goodbye, and yes you are right it will be a bittersweet departure but hopefully you and your honey will be able to make plans for your return visit in the next year or so♥️♥️♥️♥️

5 minutes ago, Lucy&Jason said:

That’s such a wise decision. Actually that’s what i am looking at too, spending time with family, enjoying time with friends and eating the foods that i will certainly miss before heading to the US(God willing). 

 

Moving in the US is such huge Transition.

 

So i have to commend you for being so understanding with your Fiancé. That way it will lessen his homesick as soon as he reached there. ❤️

 Have actually learned from his sister how to make several of his favorite Paki dishes, and of course chutney😉😉 trying to help his transition be as smoother as possible. 

I am also definitely going to be stocking up on spices while we are there and bringing them back with us. He has been in Abu Dhabi for 5 years, and I just want to make sure he has no regrets not being with everyone before leaving and not being able to return for awhile. 

Have you got anything planned for a going away party or anything????

35 minutes ago, Lucy&Jason said:

Are you transferring your embassy @VickeySis?

@Lucy&Jason yes we are. My fiancé lives and works in Abu Dhabi UAE, he is originally from Pakistan. We were discussing that it would be better for him to be able to go back home for little while to be with friends, family and former colleagues, plus really hoping I can be there for the interview, and hopefully God willing have a huge celebration and then fly to the US together♥️♥️♥️♥️ 

1 hour ago, LuFlolady said:

yep fingers crossed.... I will let you know when my ticket is booked I was just looking at my timeline and according to it I should hear something this week...we shall see....enjoy the rest of your Sunday

@Snuffles and @LuFlolady I am right there with you both, but the tine is coming. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

I am continuing to focus on the future and everything that we will need. We are actually switching embassies so I have been occupied with that🤪

My timeline says this week too, who knows, but we have to help each other thru this!!!!! Hoping for a massive approvals for all of us this week🙏🏽🙏🏽♥️♥️♥️

5 hours ago, lza said:

we are mid jan filer any still waiting

@iza we are Jan 25 still waiting as well. God willing our time is coming soon.

3 hours ago, siulamvb said:

Did any one change the mailing address of the applicant before?  Do you know how long USCIS takes to change the address? 

I changed my address online and was sent an email immediately stating to allow up to 30 days for the change of address to be updated. I received a second email less than 9 hours later stating my address had been updated and I called USCIS to confirm and it was in fact changed.