Forrest Fire

Hi! 
 

I’m in Milwaukee and a May filer (May 26th). I’ve heard nothing as of yet but I know how backlogged everyone is so I’m not expecting to hear anything anytime soon. 😕

We received all 3 of our NOA1‘s in the mail today (I-485, I-765, and I-131) so I’m excited that we have passed the first of many phases. 
 

Could someone please tell me what the next uscis.gov status is after “fingerprint fee received” on the I-485? 

Just curious what the time frame has been lately between the package being delivered to the lockbox and receiving either an RFE or an NOA1? 

Hi May Filers! 
 

We sent in our AOS paperwork on May 26th for the first time and are hoping we did everything correctly. Now to start stalking our banking app to see if our cheque gets cashed.

I moved to Wisconsin on March 24th and have already received my marriage license to get married on May 2nd using just my passport so I'm all set with that. I have also tried to apply for a SSN by filling out my forms and mailing them along with my passport and I-94 and received a phone call today from the SS office telling me that new applicants must be processed in person. He said that if I can provide him with proof that a SSN is mandatory for my AOS filing, then he could book an interview but I'm not sure that it is.

Can someone please advise if I can hold off on getting a SSN? My I-94 expires June 21st if that info helps.

I wanted to let you all know that I crossed by land at Port Huron in Michigan today with my K1 with no issues! 

6 hours ago, bpg123 said:

I got confirmation from a few CBP officers in different areas that confirmed as of now they are processing K1s so should be good at a land border as well.

I tried getting answers by calling the CBP and they just forwarded me to an automatic recording telling me to go to the Department of Homeland Securities website to answer my questions. 
 

I’m not sure how you were so lucky to get your information but thank you so much for posting it! I’m loading up my cat and all my belonging on a uHaul today with the hopes that they let me through. 

I wonder if the same will be true for K1 land crossings. I'm going to attempt to cross tomorrow so I'll keep everyone posted. 

Morning! 

I live in Ontario and plan to drive across and move to Wisconsin on Thursday March 26th. Unfortunately I wasn't ready to leave before the ban took effect. I'm going to see if I can get a clear answer from the border when I call on Monday morning but I'm going to have to at least try to cross. I have to move out of my apartment by the end of the month so I have nothing more to lose. 

If anyone else either tries crossing or calls and gets an answer on how K1's will be handled, please let us all know!

Cheers! 

2 hours ago, From the Brook said:

MY VISA ARRIVED! Woohoo! Heading Home tomorrow. Best feeling ever.

I'm SOOOOOO happy for you! Now time to get your butt in gear...you have a plane to catch tomorrow!!! 😍

1 hour ago, Patience4 said:

Had interview today, got approved! They said it should take 2-3 weeks to get visa :). Thank you everyone here for all your help!

Congratulations!!! It really is the best feeling! 

Thanks so much for the info! I'll do that this afternoon! I love crossing things off my never ending to-do list! 

8 minutes ago, From the Brook said:

My plan was to order through manulife.ca (their Cover Me Travel Insurance), as I usually do. As long as you haven't cancelled your Canadian Health Insurance or officially changed your residence to the US, it will still be valid. It'll cost about $80(is) for two months of Emergency Medical. If you have changed your residence or otherwise, they likely have another plan for you that will just cost a lot more.

What would "officially" changed your residence to the US mean? I'm worried that if I get "travelers" insurance and something happens and they find out I wasn't just visiting and never had any intent on returning to Canada, I won't be covered.  

I've got a question for you guys...I'll be in the USA for 2 months before getting married and want to get health insurance in case something goes wrong. Has anyone already looked into this or know a company I can contact? 

I'm sorry to hear about your fiance and hope everything turns out OK. Fingers crossed that you have it tomorrow as promised! Keep us posted. 

I've got my fingers crossed that you have it in hand before the end of the week! When are you moving? 

10 hours ago, From the Brook said:

@Forrest Fire & @UP488 -- Did Purolator send you a text message letting you know exactly which day your package would be delivered? Or was your only information about delivery date the "1-2 days" as stated in the consulate email that was sent?

I'm buying my flight for the very next day, and would love that information rather than hoping and praying it arrives before Wednesday.

Sorry @Brook, I missed the notification. Did you get your tracking number or better yet, do you get your visa???? 

2 hours ago, From the Brook said:

Got my pink paper of approval this morning! Woohoo!

 

I left a detailed review of my interview experience for anyone gearing up who wants to read it: https://www.visajourney.com/reviews/view-dos-cis-reviews.php?entry=28103

 

 

Congratulations!!!!  

57 minutes ago, UP488 said:

I did! It was delivered around 2pm yesterday. I’m all set now. Leaving on Monday. 

Congrats and safe travels!!! 

Morning!

Did you get your visa yet @UP488? 

I received my visa just a few minutes ago!!! What an overwhelming rush of emotions! 

5 hours ago, Gak said:

I'm scheduled for an interview soon. How can I opt out for Purolator? I have so many bad experiences with Canada Post that I'd rather pay extra..but I haven't seen that option anywhere

 

The option for premium delivery service is offered after you complete booking your interview. It is a $21 charge to have it shipped with Purolator instead of Canada Post. Although I haven't looked myself, I'm sure you can log in and add it. https://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-CA/iv/users/sign_in

Does anyone in here have an interview this week? 

2 minutes ago, UP488 said:

Yes, I read that after about receiving an email with tracking #. Hopefully I’ll get my notification this morning. 

Did you opt for the $21 Purolator courier service or the free Canada Post service? 

Just now, Forrest Fire said:

I read the email I received when I signed up for the Purolator service and it said they would text the tracking number to my cell phone number. I have yet to receive anything via text or email so I'm hoping I get something today.  What about you? 

Never mind, I just received an email with my Purolator tracking number and it says I should have it in 1 - 2 days!!!!!!!!!