NancyLyz

4 hours ago, A&H2018 said:

Need to follow up with USPS seems their issue. Could it be your lawyers office? Also sure its not local USPS sorting office?

The zip code is the same as my attorney's office address but it makes no sense if USCIS sent my card there. It says delivered on a Saturday afternoon. I guess I'll need to find out on Monday. I'm just frustrated, angry, and tired at this point. I'll try to call the local USPS office on Monday, which seems to be a better way to call the 1-800 customer service number. 

Update 6/30/2018

Oh boy I need help.

USPS tracking number of my EAD (provided by USCIS) showed that the package was delivered to La Puente (miles away from Redondo Beach) today and I didn't receive anything. I'm so desperate now and Sunday is going to be hell for me since neither USCIS nor USPS opens on Sunday. I've received all receipts, even the approval notice of my i-765 and I-131.

I'm asking the community what I can do to get the card. And if I need to get a new one from USCIS, what can I do to expedite the card replacement request? 

I have to get my EAD card, the actual card to get my social security card updated and my driver's license renewed before I can be rehired by my employer (7/21). 

My current plan is to: 

Call USPS first thing in the morning, find out more about where they delivered the package or just to get them admitted that they made a mistake.

a. if they can provide the address, I'll ask if they can retrieve the package. If yes, I'll ask them to retrieve and to deliver it again/or I can pick it up from the office; If not, I'd even just drive to that address and knock on the door to see if they have kept the mail.

b. if they can't provide the address, I'll still ask if they can retrieve the package. If yes, I'll ask them to retrieve and to deliver it again/or I can pick it up from the office;  If not, I'll ask them provide a statement that they've lost the package asap.

In the case that they can't retrieve the package and I have to file a replacement. I will contact my attorney and USCIS immediately. I'll plead to expedite it so that I don't lose the job. 

Any ideas what else I can do? 

Oh boy I need help.

USPS tracking number of my EAD (provided by USCIS) showed that the package was delivered to La Puente (miles away from Redondo Beach) today and I didn't receive anything. I'm so desperate now and Sunday is going to be hell for me since neither USCIS nor USPS opens on Sunday.

I'm asking the community what I can do to get the card. And if I need to get a new one from USCIS, what can I do to expedite the card replacement request? 

I have to get my EAD card, the actual card to get my social security card updated and my driver's license renewed before I can be rehired by my employer (7/21). 

My current plan is to: 

Call USPS first thing in the morning, find out more about where they delivered the package or just to get them admitted that they made a mistake.

a. if they can provide the address, I'll ask if they can retrieve the package. If yes, I'll ask them to retrieve and to deliver it again/or I can pick it up from the office; If not, I'd even just drive to that address and knock on the door to see if they have kept the mail.

b. if they can't provide the address, I'll still ask if they can retrieve the package. If yes, I'll ask them to retrieve and to deliver it again/or I can pick it up from the office;  If not, I'll ask them provide a statement that they've lost the package asap.

In the case that they can't retrieve the package and I have to file a replacement. I will contact my attorney and USCIS immediately. I'll plead to expedite it so that I don't lose the job. 

Any ideas what else I can do? 

7 hours ago, simonvikih79 said:

So guys for you who’ve received your cards already, how long from “we’re producing your card to card in hand?”

Approved on 6/25, Mailed on 6/28, Delivered on 6/30.

I was just talking to a friend who works as a software engineer. She mentioned that for a website like VJ, it doesn't take more than 2-3 months to build an app. I am just wondering have the website/admins ever thought about building an app for the website to reach more people?

For me personally, VJ has given me a sense of belongings, letting me know that there are a lot more people going on the tough journey like I do.

I'd wish more people know about the forum, access to the information, and seek help when they need to.

Any thoughts about this?

2 hours ago, Aping27 said:

The number they indicated on the letter doesn't work. I have tried sending it through fax but then it won't allow me to send it through. 

So what I did, i just mailed it and wrote ATTN: LA...... 

I hope they're going to receive it. 

Mailing your evidence should work. Just curious how is the number not working? did you fax the documents over during the office hours? Did the fax machine notify you the reason why it cannot be delivered?

4 hours ago, Tilde333 said:

Hi Nancy! Thanks for your reply.  We have loads of pictures as we have been married for 2 years and together for 4.  We have 2 kids together and family photos and affidavits, so lots of evidence of that sort.  My dilemma is that while we have a joint account in Costa Rica and just got him on the car insurance. We are living at my parents house (no rent or way to add him into anything there).  And we are just starting up a life here.  But we desperately need him to start working.  My mom has cancer and I'm taking care of her and the baby and we have like $0 haha my dad is the joint sponsor.  I am trying to figure out how to prove this and I just feel like no one will believe it because there are no big financial ties. 

 

only taxes, health insurance, life insurance and joint account in Costa Rica....

 

Thank you all for your continued helo. 

In that case, just go ahead and provide everything you have already. Do provide a certified translated copy of everything if they're not in English. USCIS does not accept documents that are not in English (as far as I know). 

That's an interesting situation. The OP's sister would have qualified for DACA before (based on information OP provided). Unfortunately, that's no longer possible.

https://www.immigrationequality.org/get-legal-help/our-legal-resources/path-to-status-in-the-u-s/daca-deferred-action-for-childhood-arrivals/#.Wza76xJKjOQ

For OP the challenge will be when you're going for H1B or adjustment of status in the future, whether OP will be approved or rejected based on his overstaying history will be something tricky. 

Talk to your parents and confront them with all the information you collected. Ask for their alien number or sevis record if they insist that they're still on valid F visas. And if they really don't want to tell you anything, let them be. Just plead them to provide information about your sister so you can help her with her status. 

After getting as much as information you have, quickly consult with an immigration attorney, probably a good one. Understand your risks and chances. Talk to your sister to make sure she understands everything. Then as individuals, it's up to you and your sister to determine whether you want to stay or go back home risking that you may never come back.

I'd say don't rush and submit as much proof as possible otherwise an RFE may significantly slow down your case. I agree having a child is a very strong evidence, but it may or may not satisfy the USCIS officers who are going to review your case.

Get more financial/insurance documents with both names on, photos of you two with family or friends, wedding details (photos, receipts of rings, bouquets, catering, etc), if you rent an apartment, put him on the lease; if you own a house, at least put him on the house insurance document, postcards from friends, communication records.

Just remember that the officers know nothing about who you are and what you two have been through together. And now you have to convince suspicious strangers that you two are married as a couple only with the application package you're sending in. Anyway, the more evidence the better.

On 6/27/2018 at 9:31 PM, sadjourney said:

Hello

while on my k1 fiancé visa I was arrested and charged with domestic battery level 1. I was released 12 hours later on an OR. My first court appearance is in July.

 

My fiancé is not pressing charges but the state that I live in is.

 

I have since got married to my fiancé and I am out of status. I am curious how this might effect my adjustment of status and I’m very afraid I’ll get deported.

 

Any advice would be helpful. I am not sure if I should talk to an immigration attorney and or a family law attorney.

 

Thank you 

 

Im ashamed and sad about it , I really want to a advice 

For Indiana,

Source: https://statelaws.findlaw.com/indiana-law/indiana-domestic-violence-laws.html

The penalties for domestic violence related charges in Indiana depend on several aggravating factors. Generally, domestic battery is a Class A misdemeanor. However, it's a Level 6 felony (lowest felony level) if the person has a prior domestic battery conviction or it was committed in front of a child under 16 who could have seen or heard the incident.

Basic battery is typically a Class B misdemeanor. In comparison, aggravated battery is a Level 3 felony, unless it results in the death of a child under 14 by a defendant at least 18 years old, then it's a Level 1 felony.

For California,

Source: https://www.shouselaw.com/domestic-violence243e1.html#2.2

2.2. Immigration consequences

Domestic battery is in some ways a minor offense, and the potential penalties are not that severe. However, non-citizen defendants need to be aware of the potential immigration consequences of a California conviction for this crime.

Because domestic battery is a crime of domestic violence, it is a so-called “deportable crime ” under federal immigration law.²¹ This means that—even if you are here legally—you may face deportation proceedings after a conviction for this offense.

According to Rancho Cucamonga domestic violence defense attorney Neil Shouse²²:

“Because all domestic violence convictions can have serious immigration consequences, defendants who are immigrants should speak with a skilled domestic violence defense lawyer as soon as possible. It is especially important to speak to an attorney who understands immigration law—not just criminal law—before pleading guilty to this offense.”

And here is a list of state laws on domestic violence or abuse:

http://www.ncsl.org/research/human-services/domestic-violence-domestic-abuse-definitions-and-relationships.aspx

Well I'd hope the OP doesn't abandon the thread and at least be honest with what was going on.

Your partner's forgiveness is not a proof to the government that you're not a threat to the society. Thus the state is pressing charges even if your wife refuses to do so. I don't know how severe it has to be for a domestic violence case but as many have suggested, lawyer up. You will need a lot of legal help to get your immigration case back on track and probably to avoid jail time. If by any means you're deported, then it's also up to you and your wife to decide whether you're going to continue the marriage and where you're going to spend your life together. 

Keep all communication records with your current attorney and prepare to file a complaint to the state BAR, find a new attorney or file a new application package by yourself. 

Keep a copy of all your submitted forms. And keep all copies of receipts.

If you're going to hire a new attorney, make sure the new attorney provides you with a retainer agreement. Sign a G-28 form to authorize the new attorney to have access to your case.

Keep the tracking number and make sure you receive notification that USCIS has received the package.

Now once your new AOS application is on the right track, see if you can reason with your previous attorney. If not, fire a complaint to the State BAR association. It doesn't guarantee you to have any results but that's the least you can do to protect yourself and others. If you need, provide negative reviews online may help you to feel better as well. 

Remember, the most important thing is not to punish the incompetent attorney. The most important thing at this moment is to get your immigration journey back on track. Your status is probably more important than any paid money.

On 6/27/2018 at 5:07 PM, PK Adventure said:

Anyone having issues with the fax number USCIS provides on the e-mail? I've been trying to fax documents all day with no luck... UPS and FedEx.  

Try sending them the documents at the beginning of the office hours. Double-check the number to see if it's correct, and make sure to give them a call if nothing works.

I'd recommend using those faxing apps on the phone. They seem to be better at delivering fax than the traditional machines.

On 6/25/2018 at 4:39 PM, Aping27 said:

I have requested for an expedite process but what if I am not able to provide a proof or fax anything? 

 

What will happen? Are they just going to reject my request? 

 

 

If you can't provide proof, chances are they're going to reject it. But if they don't ask for proof (which can be rare), then it is what it is.

2 hours ago, mushroomspore said:

Which specific area are you in? If you're in the actual city of Los Angeles, you'll be in the LA office. San Bernardino's east of here and at least an hour's drive (maybe more, I can't remember). If you're not in the city, you're either in the SB office or the LA County office (that's different from the LA office).

 

PS: Still waiting for my interview! It's been in the LA office for almost 3 months now. 

My address is in Redondo Beach, a city within Los Angeles County. I guess either it's going to be at the LA office or the LA county office. They seem to have the same office address and I don't really know the difference between them. But anyway my case is ready to be scheduled since 5/21 with a 4/2 PD, I'm guessing by early next year between Feb and April (if lucky) I'll receive my interview notice. I'm fine with waiting. If they indeed take more than a year and half to schedule my interview, I'll be happy too because then I'll be married for 2 years and I don't need to go through I-751 anyway. But anyhow I'm glad I can start working soon. 

I've seen some Los Angeles cases being interviewed and processed at San Bernardino because the office there is less backlogged. But whatever the case is, I'm more than happy with the progress so far. Since you're also in the area, let's keep each other updated!

36 minutes ago, txkangaroo said:

Please keep updating your name change process in SSN (which should be sent to you after EAD card received if you chose to get a new SSN card in the 765 form), driver's license, and Chinese passport! I'm planning to do the name change for those in two weeks or so, because I want to have my marriage certificate authenticated by the Embassy during the trip to add note in my passport, and it takes the State at lease two weeks for mail in request (Geeeez). 

I don't think I applied for a new SSN card since I already have a social security number. I'll keep you updated. I think the Chinese Embassy in Los Angeles takes 4 business days to process adding a note in the passport. If you pay extra, they can get that done within 1 business day. 

15 hours ago, A&H2018 said:

Goto infopass link put your zip code. That is your field office.

Hopefully you can start working after the 4th :).

 

My own expedite is near complete. Good job being proactive.

Then I guess my field office is Los Angeles Office. I had an Infopass session at the Los Angeles Field Office.

Update 6/28/2018

Today in the afternoon, my case has updated to "we mailed your card". My tracking number shows that my EAD will arrive on Saturday. I'm planning to change the names on my social security card and to renew my Driver's license. I don't know whether DMV needs to see my new social security card or when they'll be able to verify the name change with the social security office. But anyhow, first thing next Monday is to visit a local social security administration office and after that maybe visit a DMV directly on the same day, just to confirm whether I have to wait. 

In addition, I'll probably need to add additional notes to my passport that I've changed my last name (it only applies to Chinese citizens since last names can't be changed on a Chinese passport), which seems to be an easy process as long as I can get all the documents.

I may change social media information as well but I'm not sure yet. I only use LinkedIn and Facebook. I don't use them that often anyway.

11.5-25.5 months for Los Angeles Office

8-18.5 months for San Bernardino Office

I've gotten no clue which field office I'll be assigned but hopefully asap.

Thank you all for following. I'll keep posting updates whenever I get one. Love you all. My husband has found my post quite interesting because this is like reading my diary to him lol.

This sounds complicated. For the incompetent attorney, you can always file a complaint to the State BAR association or State's lawyer discipline agency. It's probably not the most urgent issue you need to deal with now tho.

Your I-765 is processed at National Benefit Center since you're filing adjustment of status thru marriage, which takes 4-6 months without expeditions (based on USCIS processing timelines). Your receipt date (which I assume is the Priority Date) is 3/23, then you should expect to receive your EAD between 7/23 and 9/24. For an expedition request, USCIS does not provide a certain timeline. From posts I've read about and my own experience, it can take anywhere from 3-4 weeks to 2 months. My own EAD expedition got approved exactly at 1 month mark after I submitted the expedition request on 5/25. You should get a response from USCIS anytime soon (within a week). Please be patient with them since they don't guarantee anything about expedition requests...

If you just need to work and to travel, I think you don't need to expedite your I-485 case yet. It's always easier to just expedite EAD instead of the entire case.

Best of luck!

I'd say it's unfortunate that you gave him your blind trust. See if you can obtain information regarding the immigration case via your husband or any documents. If you can obtain the A-number and/or receipt number, go ahead and send USCIS a letter including all information and your decision to withdraw. If you cannot obtain the information, I'd say still go and send USCIS a letter informing them your decision to withdraw, your current situation (divorcing your husband, the petitioner; not having a record of the document; he is not willing to let you access any application-related documents, etc), information that may help to locate the case (address, petitioner's name, beneficiary's name, and your name as the co-sponsor) and see if they'd respond. It never hurts to give it a try.

Best of luck.

An infopass session may help you with that.

1 minute ago, mushroomspore said:

Correct, but it was also over a weekend so two days don't count as "business days". I thought it was going to take a whole 7 days but I believe they send it Priority, which is average 2-4 days.

Cool! Hopefully I will get my card early next week then. 

11 minutes ago, mushroomspore said:

Your I-131 was most likely approved as well and will arrive as a combination card. It should say "Serves as advanced parole" along the bottom. Most of the time, the I-131 doesn't update at all. I got the combo card and the I-131 still says, "Case Received". And then a whole month AFTER I got the card, my I-765 updated to, "Card Delivered". 

Ah that makes sense, thank you! Just to confirm with you, 5 days after your Combo card is in production, you received the combo card in mail?

Well, it's just her choice at the end of day.

1. File AOS asap:

a. The ex-girlfriend thing doesn't necessarily have anything to do with the AOS process; Even if she overstayed and worked illegally, as long as there is no warrant issued against her, it shouldn't affect her application. But with her husband not working, they need a sponsor for the AOS. After that, work things out and continue the process as husband and wife. Even if they're not living together, as long as they have legitimate reasons for that, they have plans to change that in the near future, and they have enough evidence to prove that this is a bona fide marriage, the application should be approved.

b. Once she receives her conditional green card, she can file for divorce based on emotional abuse (if she has enough evidence). Later on, she can use that evidence to file I751 independently. It's risky, but USCIS does have policies supporting that.

2. Divorce and leave:

This is more of a simple process. Once the divorce is finalized, leave the country. For some, being in a one-sided or toxic relationship is probably the last thing they need. 

Regardless of what choices she pick, she can always report that woman for blackmailing. 

Your I130 will be approved when your I485 is approved. So the realistic timeline should be based on I485 processing time.