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I & D got a reaction from LilyKins in February 2020 AOS Filers February 24, 2020

We sent our AOS package today via USPS. Good luck to all February filers!

I & D reacted to Sarge2155 in February 2020 AOS Filers February 6, 2020

Very good congratulations and welcome to the thread!

I & D reacted to Cyndy&Onyi in February 2020 AOS Filers February 6, 2020

Goodluck!! I will be sending mines out with FedEx today!! 🤗🤗🤗🤗 so happy to finally find this thread.

I & D reacted to Cornflake in February 2020 AOS Filers February 2, 2020

After months of preparation we finally sent our AOS package today via UPS. It should be delivered on Monday by 10.30 A.M. We decided to pay extra for faster delivery time because of new rules. You never know what's gonna happen next.

I & D reacted to Sarge2155 in February 2020 AOS Filers February 2, 2020

Yeah I just saw it February 24th is the cut off. Folks better get your packet in before the 24th! I also posted a thread with the exact verbage.

I & D reacted to Wayne386 in February 2020 AOS Filers February 2, 2020

Sure.
https://www.uscis.gov/news/news-releases/uscis-announces-public-charge-rule-implementation-following-supreme-court-stay-nationwide-injunctions

The below link is important as well.
https://www.uscis.gov/news/news-releases/uscis-updates-process-accepting-petitions-relatives-abroad

I & D reacted to Sarge2155 in February 2020 AOS Filers February 2, 2020

Can you post that link here, but yes that is a very important thing to do. I know before the hold got put on the public charge additional new rules, there were also new forms. I assume they will bring those new forms back. That's why I said to make sure everyone has the current forms in my initial post here. Everyone please check the USCIS website for the current forms. I would recommend that you get ALL your forms from the USCIS site.

I & D reacted to Wayne386 in February 2020 AOS Filers February 2, 2020

I have seen where USCIS has posted some updates/news for persons who are looking to file in February. Something about Public Charge rule being effective Feb 24th. So I would recommend anyone filing this month to have a read, just in case it may affect them when filing.

I & D reacted to Sarge2155 in February 2020 AOS Filers February 2, 2020

New month new round of AOS submissions. Good luck everyone!

I & D reacted to Sarge2155 in February 2020 AOS Filers February 2, 2020

AOS Checklist
Cover Letter listing Table of Contents (Check Payable to U.S. Department of Homeland Security - $1,225.00)
Form I-485 (completed and signed by non-US Citizen/beneficiary)
Form G-1145 Copy of beneficiary's Passport with biographical page Copy of beneficiary's K1 Visa from Passport and entry stamp Copy of NOA2 Approval letter (from K1 process) I-94 Copy of beneficiary's Birth Certificate translation of birth certificate (if needed) Certified copy of Marriage License Passport Photos (2) name written on the back Copy of DS-3025
Form I-864 (completed and signed by USC) (goes with form I-485)
Proof of USC's citizenship (copy of birth certificate, copy of passport bio page, or other) 2018, 2017 (optional), and 2016 (optional) Tax Return (with W-2) or Transcripts Employment Verification letter (updated one - not the one used during K1 process) Paystubs (last 3 months)
Form I-765 (completed and signed by non-US Citizen/beneficiary)
Copy of beneficiary's Passport with biographical page Copy of beneficiary's K1 Visa from Passport and entry stamp I-94 Passport Photos (2) name written on the back Copy of NOA2 (from K1 process)
Form I-131 (completed and signed by non-US Citizen/beneficiary)
Copy of beneficiary's Passport with biographical page Copy of beneficiary's K1 Visa from Passport and entry stamp I-94 Passport Photos (2) name written on the back Copy of NOA2 (from K1 process

Be sure to double check for the current fees as fees do sometimes increase for the new year, so please check. Additionally check the forms as listed above i.e., current version and or edition date. Consider sending tax transcripts instead of the 1040, and W2's. Also consider preparing a cover letter for each form in addition to the main cover letter. Hope this helps in your preparation of your AOS. When in doubt ask questions.

I & D reacted to Greenbaum in Applying for ssn for a K1 beneficiary. November 26, 2019

This is what works but you have to have all your "ducks" in a row including the SS document RM10211.530 to use in the event that the SS agent is unfamiliar with the regulations that permit you to have a SSN before your AOS and EAD are adjudicated.

As a K-1 Visa Holder you are eligible to receive a SSN upon producing a valid I-94 (unexpired). Do not wait until you only have a few weeks left until your I-94 expires to file for a SSN. Many SSA (Social Security Administration) offices will not allow you to file for a SSN if your I-94 is about to expire (generally 14 days prior to the expiration on your I-94). On the other hand, you should also not file for a SSN too soon either.

You should wait 1 week after arriving in the US till you are in the SAVE database that you can go the next business day. If you go too soon your record of arrival will not be in the SAVE-ASVI system yet (what is SAVE), and it will require manual verification from the USCIS. As this will add weeks to the period it takes to process the SSN, it is advisable to attempt to wait the two weeks to be safe. If you have waited the 2 weeks and they tell you they cannot verify your arrival record via the SAVE database, then personally return on another day to have them search again -- thus eliminating the manual verification (you don't want to do the manual verification as it adds so much more time to the process).

To apply for a SSN you will need to go to your local SSA office and bring the documents below. These documents are proof of your eligibility to file for a SSN:

The SS-5 form download and complete the application (they have some at the office if you forget).
Your Passport (with the K-1 Visa attached)
Your valid I-94
Another form of valid ID (birth certificate will do nicely)
You should also print and bring the document RM 10211.530 , in the event that the agent is not knowledgeable that K-1/K-2 are eligible to receive a SSN.
https://secure.ssa.gov/poms.nsf/lnx/0110211530

Make sure to bring all the documents above because some offices have staff that are not aware that a K-1 Visa Holder is eligible to file for a SSN. A friendly reminder is a nice thing to have -- if not you could be turned away incorrectly

Once you have successfully applied for your SSN, the SSN card will come in the mail in about 2 weeks.

K2 visa holders must first have a work permit (EAD) to get a social security number.

After marriage
Carry your marriage certificate to the social security office to get the social security card in the new name. If you applied for a social security number before marriage, you can go back to the social security office after marriage and get your name changed on your social security card.

The social security card will be marked “VALID FOR WORK ONLY WITH USCIS AUTHORIZATION”. That means, you need to get your EAD first before you can actually work. Hopefully, when you submitted your AOS you included the EAD. If not you will now need to submit the paperwork for an EAD prior to working.