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On 1/28/2020 at 8:30 PM, justmarriedusciti said:

I made a request to expedite my EAD request since I was going to lose job otherwise and they have approved the request today. What comes next after this? How long before I get the combo card? 

Hey there! I know this was while ago. But would you share what documents you provided as proof to back up your expedite request? Thank you!

On 4/14/2021 at 7:58 PM, kers123 said:

Yes, having my interview tomorrow.

It’s great to hear that!

Would you mind sharing your PD and your interview experience?

My PD Is August 2020, Bio appt in Oakland Feb 12 2021, ready to schedule for interview since Feb 19 2021, EAD March 2021.

16 hours ago, Raluca&Will said:

 not yet .I called my embassy and I cant travel with my old passport.because I have my old name on it.im still in process to declare my marriage certificate in my country and after that renewing my passport.it will take a while .

Oh really why? I was told its okey to travel with the old name in the passport and just bring the marriage certificate and all the supporting documents to show on the way back to the US. I haven't changed my name in the passport either and was planning to travel back to my home country in April but I am having second thoughts about it since its the pandemic and a lot can happen like candles flights, closed borders, etx. 

Did you end up going abroad using your AP ? Thanks

21 minutes ago, cariger8989 said:

Sent my AOS package yesterday with no i944

thanks! but what date did you put on your documents as the date of filling? 

On 8/3/2020 at 11:10 AM, lgb2015 said:

I think the revised fees come into effect at the end of October, I read that yesterday too. 

 

We are submitting our AOS packet tomorrow, and not including I-944 or I-693 at this time. 

I have a question - what date are you putting on your documents then? If I date my documents before July 29 can they still require the form I-944 from me even thought I would send it after July 29th?

I printed my documents dates July 15th already but not gonna send the packet until later this week and I'm thinking If I should print it again and change the dates. 

Thanks!

16 hours ago, James120383 said:

what questions did you check "Yes" . it says if its traffic fines you dont have to submit documentation.  

Those two right here: 

Yes I know that they say traffic fines, but I took it to court and did community service, so if they put my name in there something might come up so I thought its better If I mention if first.. thanks for all the help!

Hi there!

I am completing all my supporting document for the form I-485. I have one question - I have been citied in 2019 I received a traffic ticket in mail. A photo of me was taken while I ran the red light ( I know big mistake, the yellow light was very short I thought I'd make it). Anyway, I then decided to go to court because the fine was $490 and I did not want to pay it - in court the judge lowered my fine to 7 hours of community service which I have completed and I did traffic school. On the "yes or no" questions on the form I-485 I have answered "yes" twice due to mentioned situation and explained it at the last page where they give us the extra space however I found this information on USCIS website (photo attached below) . Now I'm not sure If I need to mention my ticket to USCIS. And also If I do mention it is it enough just what I would put on the last page of the form as additional information or should I write a whole separate letter explain everything in more detail. 

Had anyone had similar experience?

Thanks for all the help! 

8 minutes ago, ra0010 said:

Hi there! Our situation was a little bit similar and it might help. When we filed (Oct. 2019) my husband made almost 4x above the poverty guideline. However, and he was above the poverty guidelines in 2017 and 2016. However, in 2015 he was below. After reading the instructions and reading on the internet, we decided that the 2015 tax return might hurt us so we only sent the 2018 tax return. As per the instructions, you only need to send the most recent tax return. The other years are optional. We did that and we were just fine. Also, we added six months worth of pay stubs, and an employment letter.

However, you said that for 2019 he is short of $200. Personally, I wouldn't risk it. Especially these days, USCIS is getting very strict and most likely they will send you a RFE for a joint sponsor, which will slow your process even more. 

You have two options here: either get assets that can be easily converted into cash (such as, for example, a car), or get a joint sponsor. Personally, I wouldn't risk it.

Joint sponsor is not an option for us.. we don't really have anyone to ask. 

We have about $20k savings all together.. would be a good asset to help us? 

Hi, this might be a silly question for some but... do we need tax transcript for the Beneficiary or Petitioner? Thank you!

On 7/21/2020 at 8:52 PM, zochu said:

They look at the totality of the circumstances and someone has stated on here that current income is key. 
 

my husband did not work 2019 so his tax return is $0. His current income is x3.5 over the poverty guidelines. We did not hear anything from NVC regarding income but that decision is ultimately up to the consular official. 
 

I have my interview next Tuesday so I can update but it’s case by case and sometimes even dependent on the country beneficiary is from too. 

Good luck on your Interview! 

Yes I totally understand, every case Is different. I wanted to ask if you wrote any special letter explaing the 2019 income and then how its changed in a current situation. By any chance would you be willing to share an example how to put in words that type of explanation ? Once again a lawyer says she can do it for a $1000 but I feel like we could do it ourselves. 

On 7/23/2020 at 11:31 AM, chiks24 said:

Also in similar circumstances. I had filed 2019 Tax Return in March, then realized I made a mistake by forgetting to report income on consulting (cash). I filed a 1040X in April but still waiting on the IRS to get back to me. Are y'all sending the filed copy of 2019 1040X with the AoS package?

Yes. We will be sending it all together. Did you write a letter with that document explaining your mistake and If so did you use a lawyer help or did it yourself? 

Hi! Me and husband (US citizen) are applying for marriage based green card for myself. We have a question about the form I-864 affidavit of support.

His income and tax transcripts for the past three years are a little complicated but his current job/income is highly capable of supporting both of us. His income at the moment is more than twice the poverty guideline for this year. My doubt and question I have is "Will the USCIS consider my husband's current income to influence the approval of my adjustment of status even if he started this job in April 2020?" (It is a Permanent Federal Job and is stated on a Federal Document. (Standard Form - 50). He has been in the military for the last 5 years but not active.

Also my husband's taxes were not filed correctly in the latest tax year 2019. The IRS transcript reports lower than the poverty guideline of 2019. But he recently amended them and we will include evidence of the signed 1040X with all supporting documents needed to have the tax file fixed. The amended tax file is short $200 from the 2019 poverty guideline. Will that affect the process in this case?

We spoke to lawyer and she offered $1000 fee to take care of this form for us, she says that it needs a well written letter to explain the situation. We were thinking if we could do it ourselves..

Also is providing the last 3 years of taxes mandatory in our circumstances?

We really appreciate all the help! Thank you!

1 minute ago, mbssss said:

I got you. I ended up using https://www.fis-web.com/ per the above recommendation as they are on the NACES list that USCIS recommends. It takes roughly two weeks if you pick the cheapest option ($100) but you can also pick options that are faster, although they cost a bit more. Since you already have the translation you wont have to pay for that so you should be able to just upload a PDF of your diploma and translation.

 

They send you a PDF when it is finished and then when they go back into the office you can order a hard copy from them as well. A PDF will work great for the initial filing though. I hope that helped. 

 

 

Great thank you! I will definitely check their website. 

How many pages did you translate? I have my high school diploma and bachelor degree. Is that a price per document or per page?

Also they don't need originals as I'm understanding a certified copy that I got from other translation office is fine?

2 hours ago, mbssss said:

Did just get it translated from your native language to english? I believe you need to get it evaluated as well so it tells them what it's equivilancy is.

Yes I only got a certified translation as for now, I'm still gathering my documents but really want to send my package within week or two. As I'm starting to read more about it on this forum and online I'm seeing that I need that evaluation. I just thought at first that then need to prove that I graduated so I thought that translation would be enough.. its not like I'm applying to go to school here. But still - evaluation it is. Do you have any recommendation on where to get it? I only have copies of my diplomas with me  here, the originals are back in my home country. 

Hi, I have one question about foreign diplomas.. so I only used a online website service and got a certified translation. Would that not be enough to be accepted on this form?

Thank you!