Bluelake1

Anyone has an idea what to do regarding the completion/ leaving blank the last address? Personally I would add a list of all addresses and a cover letter explaining my mistake and the list is to repair it and an update. 

Although if I’m not mistaken I read somewhere someone didn’t make a fuss of what last address chose to put, with same temporary former addresses. 

Maybe im overthinking but I try to avoid a rfe. 

Thanks for any input !

Yes I understand  and agree , well I’m learning. I know about dsm. 

I started to read  vava, which I dont know and am shocked how long and painful it is, it’s another traumatic experience- as if they needed it. 

3 minutes ago, milimelo said:

It's on you to report your change of address within 10 days of moving. That's why it would only have current and last address - if you kept up with your obligation there would only be one to report. 

Oh ok ok, got it. Like many I didn’t know I had to report each time. Feel so stupid! Then only two is logic. So if I leave last address blank they’ll understand I forgot to report the changes? If I put initial or first address, ( not those temp in between) that won’t be truthful bc they may  believe I just move from there, which is not true. 

Still in a dilemma bc I don’t want to put last address the temp one for confidential reasons. Hm what to do 

sorry im maniac of detail but try to understand the logic given all now may count  given all “gifts” immigrants receive on their backs

2 hours ago, milimelo said:

Online only. Keep the confirmation number. 

Thanks so much. What about the “last address”? Can I leave it blank, given it’s not required? Reason is had temp residencies after moving from initial stable home. 

Wonders why only two sections on the form, current and last address, people may move more than two times. 

Hello all, hope it’s the right place, AR-11 ( change of address) as per instructions, can’t send the form by mail, in paper if not victim of DV, etc.which is not my case.  Am I correct? As my preference is by mail. 

Also is it a must to write last address: it’s confusing a bit, bc it states to fill out all, while the asterisk indicates required, which the last address has not. 

Thanks in advance!!

On 7/8/2020 at 3:15 PM, Bradkan said:

I applied vawa nov 2018, got an RFE in jan2019 about GMC which i replied and they received in feb.

since then nothing.. not that I am in a rush.

 

i know that some of you guys are waiting since 2017( hats off for your patience). I’ve been bundling up  patience too, but some times it feels too hard especially when you don’t have anybody to talk to.
 

I have been a silent follower here for a long time. I appreciate each and everyone who are helping others with kind words. 

god bless you all 

 

Wow that’s long!! Sorry you had to go through such an extreme delay!! I just sent you positive vibes, hope usps won’t delay them    

4 minutes ago, geowrian said:

I get what you're saying, but those are not what meets the bar for "extreme cruelty or abuse" for VAWA purposes. It's not that there isn't abuse per-se. It's just not something that is likely to qualify for a benefit via VAWA.

Again, if the OP feels they have a VAWA case, speaking with a professional would be highly advised. They can get a better understanding of the specifics and provide actual legal advice (something that is prohibited on this forum).

What’s extreme cruelty, as per vawa, can you elaborate?  The arguments I provided are extreme ( babies etc). Just stating one can’t think anymore , is a sign of important trauma, a paralysis. Again extreme psychologically, meaning a psych may help, although a psych test of USCIS too. But what do I know, I’m new in all this but highly appreciate you guys take the time to  dialogue about these complex sensitive issues:)

8 minutes ago, Villanelle said:

Well it is a helpful link for explaining that men can in fact be abuse victims and also qualify for VAWA relief. But no, its not really helpful for the OP.  The last paragraph on page 6 that continues on 7

"The bar to present a complete and convincing VAWA
petition may be set higher for men. It is the practitioner’s duty to
directly confront the preconceived beliefs and issues in the VAWA
submission. First and foremost proof must be offered that the couple entered into the marriage in good faith. Second, battery or
extreme cruelty – language used by USCIS must be delineated.
Actual and threatened acts of violence must be clearly presented with
corroborative documentation. Abuse can include physical or mental
injury; psychological or sexual abuse or exploitation, including rape,
molestation, and forced prostitution. The pattern of abuse needs
clear definition and elaboration. Domestic violence is a sum of the
parts in context. Separate isolated acts may not appear to the
evaluator as abusive; so it is the practitioner’s job to demonstrate that
those small acts comprise a larger whole."

 

 

I believe its the authors opinion that it may be harder for a man to present a VAWA petition not because different rules apply but because as explained elsewhere in the link men are reluctant to view things as abuse or may be ashamed. They are less likely to seek counseling or report the abuse to the police. As the part I quoted above states mental abuse (for USCIS) needs to show a pattern of abuse. Based on what he posted he doesnt meet that definition according to Sandranj (who is a VAWA attny). The OP of course can get a consult with a local VAWA attny and discuss his situation in more detail. Perhaps there is more to it then what he posted.  

Interesting. Why doesn’t he meet the definition did he mention ? My view is that op clearly stated the psych abuse pattern, plus abandonment of the marriage by USCIS, infidelity extended to produce babies ( not one, but two) which is an ongoing lack of judgement and respect implicating many in her big issue. A form of perverted psych abuse. Op was so excited to be a father, two times again, that’s a pattern. She took his paternity rights from him. This would be my reasoning. 

Dont know where op is, am curious, hope he’s fine.

On 7/13/2020 at 11:28 AM, Bluelake1 said:

Thank you so much!! Last crucial things:

1. Unemployment: I’ll be in the middle of the process when gc expires while I’m transitioning, I mean waiting for the receipt from USCIS, or postal certified mail receipt?

a. Can I still file a new claim?

b. Certify weekly? 

 

2. SS benefits for which I’ll have to register in advance? 

 

1 and 2 are vital living expenses without which I won’t be able to rush forward- due to all covid delays.

 

3. AR-11 and I-90: send first before or after  the second?  

In I-90 when you mentioned “yes”, it’s ok not to file the last address which is not required ( no asterisk)? 

And port of entry question I only have the state but unsure of the city, ( I’m mostly  certain but I take a chance). All my stuff is in another location I can’t attend right now to get the info. 

 

All ll I’ll have to organize within what’s open or not or delayed of the agencies I’ll have to deal with in this regards. 

 

Again thank you grandly!!! it’s so difficult to do this without him ....

 

 

Boiler, these were the last questions related to gc renewal I was referring to. 

3 minutes ago, Boiler said:

I would think Off Topic as it seems the Immigration questions have been answered.

My questions not answered completely relate all to gc renewal, so that’s not immigration related? Didn’t know that

1 hour ago, Boiler said:

I do not see that any of the questions have anything to do with widows specifically.

Maybe you’re right after second thought.  I’m too affected. and realize this is not the right place. Would  you kindly direct me to the right place where to address my  questions? 

42 minutes ago, Allaboutwaiting said:

To increase the chance of your questions being seen and answered, you can start a new thread, explaining your case briefly followed by the specific inquiries -the clearer, the better-.

And the title should be related to the inquiries. 😊

 

Good luck! 

I thought of that too, thanks.  I’m new here, still figuring out how this works, where and what to put where, bc there is not much regarding widows and then not much regarding some grey zones, stuck in the process, etc. although I could find some info elsewhere I wanted to share for  those who might need it. Oh well....

1 hour ago, onek said:

Don’t take it negative, just trying to be help you after reading these posts since January of this year. You have been asking for help for six months and things are still not clear. You don’t want to make a mistake in this important process and end up in a situation where you have expired GC, expired Driver License, and you are unable to work.  Lawyer will cost you money, but minimize the impact of mistakes.   In long term, you may end up saving money and time by hiring a lawyer.   

VJ has a section for professional help if you want to go that route.

I don’t take it negatively, but you make assumptions a bit easily which aren’t quite helpful. Example, do you have knowledge about immigrant widow victim of “ important” abuses? - not that I feel a victim-; and trying to reconstruct at own pace. 

Thanks

19 minutes ago, onek said:

For you, it might be best that you have a lawyer help you with the process.

What makes you say that may I know?

5 hours ago, Bluelake1 said:

Anyone can help? 

It would be precious, maybe more explanation is needed, I’m to develop something for the disenfranchised helpful for what we experience today. Obviously I’m not good with paperwork and will be forever grateful for any help as little as it can be. Thanks in advance

20 hours ago, geowrian said:

I was able to pull this from the source code: https://elibrary.law.psu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1142&context=jlia

Thanks. I’m new here , was this helpful? 

20 hours ago, Villanelle said:

I can't see any link

I clicked on it, sorry 1 st timer. 

Anyone can help? 

10 hours ago, TBoneTX said:

1.a.  Zero.  Your current "stable" address is fine.

b.     Yes.

c.     Read the form's instructions carefully and interpret them literally.  Answer as is required.

d.    Immigration issues are Federal, so there's nothing state-specific.

Yes, but it's OK.  You're not alone.  

Thank you so much!! Last crucial things:

1. Unemployment: I’ll be in the middle of the process when gc expires while I’m transitioning, I mean waiting for the receipt from USCIS, or postal certified mail receipt?

a. Can I still file a new claim?

b. Certify weekly? 

2. SS benefits for which I’ll have to register in advance? 

1 and 2 are vital living expenses without which I won’t be able to rush forward- due to all covid delays.

3. AR-11 and I-90: send first before or after  the second?  

In I-90 when you mentioned “yes”, it’s ok not to file the last address which is not required ( no asterisk)? 

And port of entry question I only have the state but unsure of the city, ( I’m mostly  certain but I take a chance). All my stuff is in another location I can’t attend right now to get the info. 

All ll I’ll have to organize within what’s open or not or delayed of the agencies I’ll have to deal with in this regards. 

Again thank you grandly!!! it’s so difficult to do this without him ....

I didn’t finish to read it but it may give another point of view. Available online. 

1 hour ago, Villanelle said:

In the US people are treated equal. Thats men, women,- all races and ethnicity. There is no separate requirements for VAWA based on your gender, race or anything else.

 

So just to make it clear for anyone still confused- VAWA laws provide a path for an abused immigrant to adjust status with out the support of the abuser. USCIS has a specific definition for what is 'abuse'. Unfortunately not all abuse meets their standards. Based on what he posted he does not qualify for VAWA. He can seek out a consultation with a VAWA attny but should expect the same response that he does not qualify.  

 

What breaks my heart-although not familiar with Vawa- is that she appears to manipulate him: it’s very very cruel to get rid of his baby, making another baby and keeping him believe it’s his till later, all while in the marriage. There must be vawa for women distinct from the one for men. And this is more than infidelity, playing games with babies. She’s really not well and needs help. A counselor would agree as op stated, it’s a real trauma and I hope legally its an evidence. Men are also abused in specific ways.

Ps  if anyone may help as I forgot to mention it’s urgent. As is another point I forgot: does it have an impact on UI? I’ill be in the middle of the process to reapply while I’ll be certifying weekly, while waiting for the receipt. 

This section is well worded, all consequences of loss if my spouse!!

Thanks in advance

Take 3. Greetings, it’s me again. Still preparing to renew my perm GC and revise details: 

1. A big detail is change of address: I changed temp places in 2 states until I stabilized in one. But I I didn’t know I had to inform USCIS each time I had to move, which concerns me highly. 

a) how concerned should I be following the harsh punishments stated in the rules? 

b) given I have to file the A-11 form ASAP, will be sufficient to only provide the new address? Only? Without the last address which was temp in another state? ( I mean by only because the last address has no asterisk as requirement) or skip the temp addressed ( in one state) and only provide the original address where I lived with husband, for them to have it as a reminder, in case  they may necessitate it. 

c ) basically this b) question is because I can’t provide a whole list of addresses, as it has only 2 simple sections: new address and last address and I feel terrible I didn’t know I had to inform them. 

Its like the form and the reality don’t fit and also because of my mistake. 

d) also concerns if there may be another form to complete in case of change of states? If I’m correct they may want to know if was elsewhere in the country, no? 

Am am I thinking too much?

Overall I provided new address to irs and ssn which proves I didn’t made the omission on purpose. 

And and all in all was busy overcoming typical discrimination issues foreigners encounter on various levels. I asked a lawyer what to do when became widow, said nothing so I didn’t think about  it. 

Oh oh my I wrote too much!! Thanks in advance for any info !! 

Thank you so much, you can't imagine how precious these little infos are. I can apply online as I understand. Only thing remaining is to find a proper way to print/send my card. 

Again, thank you so so much. And if others are widowed and experience issues, I will be more than glad to help as much as I can in return.