Optimistic1986

Hey all, I got approved for my Green Card on the 14th of August. I have applied since Novermber 2017. 
Had I601 - inadmissible.
I got that approved and got my Green Card too. 
Question now is: how do I file for my kids whose names where part of my vawa process and who live abroad?

Congratulations dear! You inspire all of us here to be more patient and that everything will be worth it in the end. God bless!

Congratulations dear! You inspire all of us here to be more patient and that everything will be worth it in the end. God bless!

Congratulations dear! You inspire all of us here to be more patient and that everything will be worth it in the end. God bless!

Thank you very much.  Ow i thought i typed it already.   Chicago

Good evening everyone,
 
I have posted before that my Vawa was approved.  Today I received  a wonderful news from my attorney.  My AOS is approved.  Thanks be to God.  I am screaming with happiness.  The online update was late though.
Below is my timeline:
Apr 24, 2017 – Filed I485,I765,I360
Sept 18, 2017 - Name corrected/updated
June 6, 2018 – EAD card 
Nov 23, 2018 – Vawa Approved
Dec 19, 2018 -  i360 Approval Notice
April 19, 2019 - EAD Renewal Notice
July 13, 2019 - Notice for Interview
July 25, 2019 – New EAD Card
Aug 08, 2019 - Interview Appointment 
Aug 08, 2019 – AOS approved (no notification)
Aug 13, 2019 – Call from my attorney that my
                         AOS is approved.
 
This forum has keep me sane and reading the sucessful approvals have given me hope.  I commend the regulars here though  I don't know you personally  I always admire the wisdom you share and the optimism you shed on our journey.  So I hope this will give hope to someone too.
 
 

Just an update. I went to my i485 marriage based interview today. My husband was already there when I got there and he requested to talk to the officer in private first. The IO called me separately after an hour and asked me questions about the relationship. I showed him the i360 and prima facie and proofs of the abuse. After the interview, he told me that he believes it was a genuine marriage and that I was abused, and it’s very rare but he will still approve the petition. He said my story looks more accurate and believable than what my husband told him. He said I should get my green card in the mail in 1-2 weeks. I thought that was the end of it. I was crying and praising Jesus that moment. 
 
I got a call from him 2 hours later, he said that there was a judge ruling in 2018 that says they cannot approve adjustments if the affidavit of support is withdrawn. My husband withdrew the affidavit of support. He said that he will put the case under Administrative closure. It's not approved, not denied but I'm not under removal proceedings or anything like that and still valid to work. 
 
He said just wait for the VAWA adjudication and based on my story he doesn't see any reason why it will be denied so just be patient. 
Hopefully, some more good news soon. I’m still thankful to everyone who prayed for me and especially to God.  Prayers move mountains. 

Someone posted the full article earlier..it states therein VAWA petitioners are excluded from the charge! Nothing to worry about..👍

Good morning to you members, am grateful to God this morning for the gift of life! Now I got a question? In October last year I sent a renewal of my work authorization which was from the i485 that was denied before I filed the new one, so last month I raised sr, and it went through, am not sure why I did raise it but anyways I raised it and it was worked on it. This morning I just got an update that they transferred the case to my local office, my question is do local office approve work authorization? Am kinda scared 🤥🤥

This is the continuation thread for
https://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/709304-vawa-part-14/
which has been closed because of its large size.
 
It was wonderful to see so many approvals and so much progress in so many cases in Part 14.
I personally hope that everyone who posts in this new thread will enjoy the same.

And also concerning your EAD, do not under any circumstances work if your i485 is denied by any chance..it automatically nullifies your permit! Doing this will jeopardize your chances adjusting status in Trump's America! Be guided!

Really hun? Yikes! That’s pretty disappointing in your part but at least it’s moving. Some people are just born lucky lol ☘️. Yours will come soon!
I would have to join this group! I’m a Sept 2018 filer too! 

Big, big Congratulations to ALL upcoming GC interviews, go get those cards people!!! There is strength in numbers!! Today has been a day of such happiness and accomplishments, I thank God wholeheartedly, I just want to stand on a mountain and scream of HIS greatness, mercies, faithfulness and love. People, God got us and we have the victory!! I'm dancing in HIS grace and favor as I await more great news of more approvals, VAWA, GC, and U.S citizenship, please let's welcome our good, scratch that, GREAT times, as they are finally here!!!🤩🥰🥳🙌

Really hun? Yikes! That’s pretty disappointing in your part but at least it’s moving. Some people are just born lucky lol ☘️. Yours will come soon!
I would have to join this group! I’m a Sept 2018 filer too! 

😕 confused...
Ok great then!👍

Wow! congratulations hun! Approvals for 2018 keep coming! This brightens up my day♥️♥️♥️

Guys... another update here! 
My interview is scheduled on 8/15/2019
Odd thing is it is my birthday.....😆
I feel like they kinda intended it as a best birthday gift ever. Lol 
I did not expect it this soon so I was empty-minded for a minute or so and started crying, called my mom🤣🤣
My attorney emailed me today letting me know of the interview. 
my attorney started calling me from july 29 and I never could reach her back when I return the call. So I emailed her FIRST saying that we can always communicate here few days ago and then today I got a reply that my interview is scheduled so go ahead and get medical ASAP. 
 
Yes that is my lawyer.....lol 
they really give short notice now. 
Because I just went to her office few weeks ago to get EAD under c9 and she did not have the notice till then. 
She started calling me on july 29 so I assume they give 2weeks notice to get medical and prep for interview now. 
 
I need to get everything done in time and meet up with attorney once before the interview to prep. 
 
Guys!! Never ever lose hope. 
It may take time but it comes at the end. 
Just trust. 
 
I am in Dallas, Texas 
filed in sep.26.2017 
RFE for GMC in oct.2017
sent and received in nov.2017
VAWA approval 4.5.2019
No updates at all 
now attorney emailed me for interview on 15th this month. 
Thank God and thank you VJ members!
 

Thank you so much! 
Thank you so much!
The date is January 7th, 2018.

Congratulations!

Congratulations!!!!!!.heaven will open for all of us 2018 fillers in mighty name of jesus 

Yes. Under C9 

Very good input. Thank you!

Hi @FeDaniela, I want to piggy bank on @Trizzle's comment. I received my Greencard after approved VAWA back in 2016. I didn't have an interview (back then it was possible that the interview gets waived when you have a strong case), so I'm unable to state if an IO would give you weird looks for still being married. But what I do know is, that a divorce proceeding doesn't have to be started to receive the greencard. In fact it has no impact whatsoever (NYC Office back then).
My attorney back then actually advised me to wait with divorce filing after the entire process is complete - for two reasons.
1/ Less paperwork for the IO to go through
2/ You can apply for WAVA up until 2 years after your divorce. This means if you are not sure if you have a strong case, and you are divorced by the time you file WAVA, a potential denial could be received after the 2 year window passes. This would prevent you from re-filing (which is often recommended over filing a motion to review a decision). If you are still married (not divorced), there's no "cut-off" date for VAWA eligibility.
Having that said, for some of us it's more stressful to remain married to the abuser, for others it's more stress to deal with a divorce. We each should do what works best for us, and not let the paperwork get in our way of a stress free life.
 
I hope this puts your mind at ease.

WOW   am glad to see you here. I didn't see you lately answering  questions on the VAWA thread.  Folks Villanelle is the VJ member who knows about VAWA more than anyone, and she knows about immigration in general  as well . She is a VJ menber  for at least 7 years.

Hi guys!
here is an update on my EAD renewal (C09)
Sent In April 2019
receipt notice may 2019
card being produced July 31st 2019
State GA