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On 12/2/2020 at 11:35 AM, Ammer said:

Hello everyone!

 

We filed for the AOS back in December of 2019. I see a lot of December 2019 and even early 2020 filers have already received their interviews and have even received their green cards. I was wondering if anyone in California filed around the same time as us and received their interview already. We live in the Orange County area so I think the field office would be in Santa Ana.

 

Thank you!

Same situation. Ready to be scheduled for interview since March. Filed December as well. San Fernando Valley Field office. Still waiting. Hopefully it gets scheduled soon. 

Hi all,

Part 6 number 24.a. 
 

Since i filed my income tax return married filling jointly. Do i have to put the one that is in my 1040 the total income for me and my wife?
 

or

Do i have to put my individual income only? The one in my W2. 
 

thank you so much for replying. 

Hello new to this thread. I have been waiting for 28 days now. Fed Ex delivered my package December 12, 2019. No update until now. Tried calling but they told me to call again on Monday and ask for a tier 2 officer. I am really worried. Do I start filing again? What do you guys think. 

I checked my money orders and it has not been cleared yet. 😭. I am losing hope. 

4 minutes ago, Pole2USHopeful said:

You didn't expand on the i864 so be sure to include the last three years of tax returns! Otherwise you look like you've got your ducks in a line. 

Since I was studying full time abroad. I attached my transcript of records as a proof that i have been studying full time.

Do you think that is a good proof? do i need some other proofs?

Hello guys now that I am ready to file. This would be the contents of my coverpage.

1. I-130, Petition for Alien Relative 

• Check for the amount of $535 to cover the filing fees
• Completed Form I-130
• Copy of Petitioner’s Birth Certificate
• Copy of Petitioner’s Passport
•  Copy of Marriage Certificate
• Completed Form I-130A
• 2 passport photos of Petitioner
• 2 passport photos of Beneficiary
• Evidence of Bona Fide Marriage

• Copy of wife’s lease with her roommate
• Copy of my affidavit of residence in the same apartment
• Copy of our bank joint account
• Copy of credit cards both as authorized user
• Copy of our car insurance both in our name
• Copy of  California ID card with the same address (proof of joint tenancy) 
• Copy of a letter from relatives congratulating the wedding
• Copy of mails showing same mailing address
• Selection of pictures supporting our history of relationship and marriage
• My social media post about our relationship
• Copy of California Durable Power of attorney for both parties
• Copy of Durable Power of Attorney Healthcare for both parties
• Copy of last will and testament for both parties

•   I-864, Affidavit of Support with supporting documents.

1. I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence of Adjust Status:

• Check for the amount of $1,225 to cover the filing fees
• Completed Form I-485
• 2 Passport Photos of Beneficiary
• Copy of Beneficiary’s passport (biographical)
• Copy of Beneficiary’s H1B visas, tourist visa and Entry Stamps from Passport
• Copy of Most Recent I-94
• Copy of H-1B Approval Notices (I-797A) and acceptance letter of USCIS for new employer 
• Copy of Beneficiary’s Birth Certificate and English Translation
• 2018 Federal Income Tax Return and Forms W-2; 

1. I-765, Application for Employment Authorization:

• Completed Form I-765
• 2 Passport Photos of Beneficiary
• Copy of Beneficiary’s Visa
• Copy of Approval Notice (I-797) for Visa
• Copy of most recent I-94

1. I-131, Application for Travel Document

• Completed form I-131
• 2 Passport Photos of Beneficiary
• Copy of Beneficiary’s passport (biographical)
• Copy of Beneficiary’s H1B visas and Entry Stamps from Passport
• Copy of Most Recent I-94
• Copy of H-1B Approval Notices (I-797A)

Is everything looking correct?

Thank you

Thanks for all the reply . Instructions says copy of marriage certificate

Hello, 

Did you guys send the original copy of your marriage certificate on the I 130?

Thank you

12 hours ago, TBoneTX said:

Draft wills, general and healthcare powers of attorney, HIPAA releases, and similar documents.

These are excellent proof for AOS and for Removing Conditions later.

They're even more valuable to have in "life."

That is such an excellent idea. Thank you for sharing

10 minutes ago, USS_Voyager said:

Hmm, how long have you two been married? Only reason is if by the time your green card is approved, and you will be more than 2 years married then you get a 10 years green card. No removing of conditions, less costs and less headache.

 

I actually was in the sort of the same boat. My employer started the sponsoring process and then I got married to my wife who was already a US citizen. I went with the employment route because I wanted a straight 10 years green card plus employer paid all the costs for immigration. However, you gotta evaluate your employer as well to see what the chances of successfully filing an EB petiiton (Size, do they have a lawyer, how many of these immigration cases have they done, ... ) My employer was a very large public state-owned Univeristy, 15,000 employees, 40,000 students . They have an entire imigration department with lawyer and paralegals dedicated to filing immigration petitions for their employees and visas for foreign professors, seasonal professors, guest lecturers from overseas, .... and they've done this year in and year out so I was very comfortable. Otherwise, I'd go with the spousal route. Just my 2 cents. 

We just recently married like 2 months ago. My employer is a big hospital so I guess thats good. They are sponsoring one of my co worker too. My employer processed it 2016 and 2019 she just got her EAD no greencard yet. So I thought spousal route would be a much faster process maybe?

Just now, USS_Voyager said:

No, file with what you have. Keep collecting evidence to bring to the interview. There is no benefit in waiting. You want to get the AOS filed as soon as you can. 

 

What's that?

That is my Husband social media post about our relationship timeline from the year 2015. I screenshot all the dates and years from 2015 to 2019.

Thank you. I am on H1b visa my employer wants to sponsor me for green card but my husband told me it is better if He is the sponsor. 

4 minutes ago, Going through said:

US tax filing mentioning each other as spouse is a good piece of evidence.  

We are gonna file next year. We just recently married 2 months ago. Is it too soon for me to file an AOS? Should I wait?

• Copy of our lease with a roommate  
• Copy of our bank joint account
• Copy of our car insurance both in our name
• Copy of  California ID card with the same address 
• Copy of a letter card from husbands mom and Godparents congratulating the wedding
• Copy of mails showing same mailing address
• Selection of pictures supporting our history of relationship and marriage
• Husbands social media post

These are the only things I have for now since We are living with a roommate and all the utility bills are under her name.

What else do i need as a proof of our marriage?

On 10/29/2019 at 10:52 AM, RedroseMT said:

I have read that pictures and affidavits from friends are not so strong proofs if not combined with other things . We are very “ weak “ with pictures as we live far from people and not gather so much and we had very humble wedding. 
What are very strong proofs ? 
We have : 2 joint bank accounts , all utility bills , house and property deed, our last wills , pending health and life insurance, a notarized letter from my husband sisters that we have inherited his parents wedding rings and greeting cards from the family and proofs that mail comes to the same address . 
I come from low fraud country. 
Any suggestions? Or that is enough... thank you. 

I think those are really strong proofs. I am doing mine right now too. Did you hired a lawyer to process your papers?

29 minutes ago, Will01 said:

I got same problem , the stupid RFE delay my case now I still waiting 292 day after they receive the response about the RFE request, two week ago I contact my congressman and I still waiting 

Does it have to do something about the congressman? I am confused. So do you thing it should be better that you hired a lawyer?

34 minutes ago, cardia said:

We ended up hiring a lawyer after some back and forth on it. While it adds to the cost, we felt that there was a strong benefit in having someone (to ask questions and to discuss things with) that had gone through the process so many times with different kinds of cases. The lawyer we hired also offers interview practice, and they'll also attend the interview with us.

 

To try and minimize the financial impact, we also did end up doing a payment plan with our lawyer. A payment is due every time my case is processed successfully: (1) at the initial filing; (2) receipt of EAD/work permit; (3) receipt of interview notice; (4) and after the interview.

Did it go well for you? Now I am thinking i think i am gonna hire one so I can sleep peacefully at night. lol

On 10/21/2019 at 10:34 AM, Villanelle said:

Typically pro-bono is for complex cases of abuse or asylum or if there are deportation/removal proceedings. It would be rare to get pro-bono help with basic form filing but you never know. Catholic Charities provides some aid but again I think its reserved for complex issues. You can try using google to find pro-bono attnys near you or every state has a bar webpage you can use.  Also most users on VJ are DIY! So you dont have to look far to find people who filed on their own successfully.

Yes I can not find any pro bono in my area. I can do this. Thank you

19 hours ago, Angela84 said:

I could have done it myself as well because it’s not difficult it’s just a long time to fill out all the paperwork and I wouldn’t wanna miss out anything because if i do that’s more time in a process so for me have a secure feeling and piece of mind i hired one yes..When I was looking for a lawyer I was looking for one on the google  who has a lot of positive reviews you have to be careful with Lawyers but thankfully I had the best lawyer in the area and I’m happy I hired her😃

Im so glad your'e done with it and with peace of mind. I am still contemplating on whether or not to hire one.

17 hours ago, Janiris said:

No

did you do it on your own? how was it?

On 10/21/2019 at 10:34 AM, Villanelle said:

Typically pro-bono is for complex cases of abuse or asylum or if there are deportation/removal proceedings. It would be rare to get pro-bono help with basic form filing but you never know. Catholic Charities provides some aid but again I think its reserved for complex issues. You can try using google to find pro-bono attnys near you or every state has a bar webpage you can use.  Also most users on VJ are DIY! So you dont have to look far to find people who filed on their own successfully.

Thank you so much. Once I am ready with everything I am gonna ask someone here. I am really thankful to this site. Learning a lot and the fact that they also did it DIY made me less worried.

13 hours ago, AlluringSoul said:

Like said above, read the questions with understanding and reference the instructions. If you need assistance, seek help here and/or professional help. I know lawyers can get expensive but maybe try to look for non profit organization that helps with paperwork? I like to have a piece of mind, and knowing someone looked over my application puts less stress on me 🙂 Good luck, everything will be fine!

Thank you. Do you know any non profit organization?

9 hours ago, geowrian said:

Read the guide and instructions. Understand them. Ask questions.

If you still don't get it, professional assistance can be helpful. In most cases, DIY is fine. Being anxious/scared is usually the main issue people have, not actual eligibility or complexity with the forms or process.

Thank you. I feel so much better now. 

5 minutes ago, Ed&Midori1031 said:

It's completely up to you, but the main purpose of this website is to help those in need going through each and every process that Immigratin entails.  Sometimes lawyers themselves can mess up, and cost you big $$$.  I know it's the idea of giving you piece of mind, which is totally understandable.  

 

I used rapidvisa to "help" me with my paperwork, for the sole purpose of piece of mind, but I know I could've saved money.  

Do think it through...

Yes thank you so much, as i am making all the paperworks i think I can save my $$$ and do it. I am almost done gathering my evidence and all. It just gives me peace of mind if someone did it without a lawyer too.

Do i need a lawyer to file for my adjustment of status. Married to a US citizen?

I am just so scared that i will miss something but i am reviewing it over and over again.

Did you guys had a lawyer?

Is it okai to file it while h1b is still pending?

Hi, i just transferred to another employer. I have a receipt notice and working for my new employer already. Is it okai to adjust status while my h1b transfer is still pending? AOS spouse will sponsor me. Do you think i will wait for the approval of h1b before adjusting my status? Thank you all for answering