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On 10/16/2022 at 11:41 PM, Karman said:

Used AP to enter the country today at Chicago o'hare airport. Using advance parole was very easy. I gave the card and passport to first officer and within two minutes after taking my picture and fingerprint scan, called another officer to escort me to secondary inspection. I hardly waited for 10 minutes there, for them to verify my information on their system. Finally the officer called my name and verified my face with photo in my passport and said I am good to go. Overall very good exp using advance parole. 

I’ve had exactly the same experience at PHL after a trip to Europe recently. The secondary inspection is mandatory and was the easiest/fastest part of the whole trip. Got a stamp ‘paroled’ with the date in the passport. Long story short - pending Vawa after royal J-1 overstay. ✈️ with confidence!

13 minutes ago, LittlebyLittle said:

Good afternoon everyone!

After sending Vawa self petition, I have received a Prima Facie Determination Notice from USCIS, which grants the access to public benefits. The notice stays that it is valid for 1 year (has an expiration date). And states that the written notice will be sent once made a final decision. 

Just wanted to ask the experienced members: is receiving such notice means I am on the right path?

Yes, it means that on first sight your application meets all the requirements. In time they will look deeper and verify stated information. They will notify you in writing if they need anything else from you. Buckle up, if all is good after some time you'll get nice and shiny approval. As for 1 year validity - do not be mislead that your application will be adjudicated in that time. (I hope you'll prove me wrong!) Most of us receive Prima facie automatically for a year followed by 6-month extentions. Some have to request primas, some don't get any at all. It is quite random. There is no limit how many primas you can receive. Good luck!

Hi family, finally movement on my end. June 6 got a notice for request for additional evidence. Already did initial for good moral character end of 2020. Lawyer didn't get the letter yet, so I use my time to quietly freak out. Hoping for something easy like updated ID or something. Not mentally ready to open up wounds and dig in for good faith marriage, cohabitation and abuse. Any input from experience is much appreciated. What was your RFE and how you overcame it. Thanks, fam! Hope they are working on all of the 2020 and will push all the backlogged out as well asap.

Timeline so far:

2016 Marriage to USC, we did not file anything together.

July 2020 filed I-360, 485, 765, 131

Sept 2020 RFE GMC

Nov 2020 Bios for 485, 765, 131

Dec 2020 RFE received by USCIS

Feb 2021 Prima 1 year

Mar 2021 Reuse of bios for I-360

Dec 2021 Combo received valid for 2 years

Feb 2022 Second prima 6 month

June 6 2022 RFE (not received yet)

  @europeantravel212

Hi there!

To answer about RFE - yes. If the deadline says Oct 1 and they receive the reply by Nov 29th, they will take it as it's been replied in time. It is 60 calendar days extra, so if the letter is delivered on Nov 30th or later - you'll have missed the timeframe to reply and they will not take it into consideration.

Please clarify what is going on. Looks like your I-485 has been withdrawn and you just have filed VAWA petition a month ago. What kind of case/s do you have pending besides the new VAWA that you are worrying about the deadline for the RFE?

On 10/27/2021 at 2:03 PM, europeantravel212 said:

Hi VJers,

 

Can we ask for more time to respond to an rfe if deadline is coming up?

 

Thank you.

 

What deadline are you talking about? If the one printed on the RFE - it is already extended for 60 days after the printed "respond by" date because of covid.

https://www.uscis.gov/newsroom/alerts/uscis-extends-flexibility-for-responding-to-agency-requests

It's a blessing and a curse. You have more time to respond and they have more time to add for excuses for your case delay😞

3 hours ago, Shroy123 said:

that's weird.. inquire through your congress person 

Thanks! I think I'll wait a little. Hope this inquiry will trigger someone looking into this. My lawyer did an unsuccessful expedite request in January. Don't want to anger them with too many inquiries even if they are at fault😳

2 hours ago, Shroy123 said:

Which category you used in i765 form? C09 or c31?

C9

16 hours ago, sam012019 said:

Did anyone receive EAD renewals filed in June 2020 ?

A friend of mine did. NJ, reuse of biometrics. It was super fast imo. Can't think of exact dates but it was about 4 month. He also got an automatic prima renewal.

14 hours ago, FeDaniela said:

Your out of processing time Vermont EAD processing time is on September 2020. Do an out of processing time e-request or contact congressman. Renewals are being delays is taking around 5-10 months I sent renewal on OCT. 2020 I just received my card on hand yesterday.  (6 months after)

Still waiting for an initial EAD/AP.

July 24 2020 filed petition with AOS

March 24 2021 did e-request for outside normal processing

April 13th my lawyer said he got a letter stating that USCIS can not provide any information online. Either lawyer has to do an inquiry or I have to mail Vermont.

I don't know if with VAWA cases e-request will work at all. My guess is not... unless there's incompetence from USCIS... conclusion... high chance?

Hi, Family!!!

Hope everyone is warm and healthy😘

I have a dilemma and did not find anything useful online.

My AP is outside of normal processing times and EAD is months away according to their new estimate. Should I inquire about AP to nudge the case or I will risk just getting just the AP, not the combo card? Which form is corresponding to the combo card AD or EAD?

Some relevant details:

7/24/2020 Initial filing I-360, I-485, I-765 and I-131. VSC, local Philly

11/30/2020 Biometrics for I-465 and I-765 only. No mention of I-131 which is still at case received online.

1/13/2021 lawyer tried to expedite EAD/AP

2/11/2021 USCIS replied that the case will be processed as normal. I have a feeling that he did not include any evidence (I might be wrong) and it's not relevant any more so there is no need to fight with him or resubmit.

Don't want to poke the lion but it's been 7 months since filing and to think that I might need another 4 for the initial EAD is making me want to cry. Still, my case was pulled once in January and I don't want to make things worse.

Any advice is appreciated. Thanks!

@Restez Forts

Short answer: Lawyer's office.

Long answer: All my mail has been and will be going to my lawyer's office. He is updating me ASAP with an email copy of anything received and will mail originals as needed (will keep record if all, of anything is lost or just in case). I know it is less than ideal, but in my case, it is as safe as it comes. My field office is in Philly PA and my lawyer is not there, not even in the same state. Even if I move, the mailing address will remain the same. Theoretically the I-485 interview will be at the original location of filing or at the lawyer's office's location. I will not change my address with USCIS for any reason, unless my lawyer is not representing me anymore for any reason or he tells me to. I am able to keep his address as my safe mailing address and deal with USCIS, if needed, for not updating it. As long as your lawyer is aware of your whereabouts, gets your mail and can get a hold of you, with VAWA, you should be ok to do so. (Lawyers in the forum, please confirm!!!) I've paid a flat steep fee for the pleasure, but a peace of mind is priceless!!!!! While my now ex hubby was out with his shenanigans (out on a 'business' trip), I've gathered all the courage, packed up and left.  No trace, nothing. Ghosted that M♡F. Yet, somehow, even after changing address and a workplace, I was served my second round of divorce paperwork (yes, second  - first dismissed) - at my 'secert' new workplace!.  Thank God my higher-ups were not around when this has happened, because I was most definitely terrified and not even close of be able to breathe, not even talking about smiling and working. I work in a legal hospitality business (restaurant) before anyone decides to judge me. Still, 11 month's since Covid hit, still hanging on to the 'temporary' on and off closed worlplace, because no other way with no EAD.

@Achyb

Congrats and thanks for giving all of us hope!!!

NE states' joke, courtesy of Orlena:)

PS: hope to put at least one smile on anyone's face:)

20 minutes ago, luminarc said:

Filed feb 2020 w/i360, and it was rejected due to old forms

Filed again March 2020, rejected due to i-912 rejected

Filed third time April 2020, accepted

Ead  Approved September 2020

 

 

Third time is a charm for a reason!!! Glad you've got your EAD! Godspeed and strength to the rest!😚

***somehow with edits this part has disappeared and it won't let me edit again***

9/18/2020 USCIS sent me a request for additional evidence dated 9/11. I received it on 9/29/2020. It is for a good moral character for i-360. Lawyer said to go do private fingerprints to be sent to FBI.

10/09/2020 Lawyer mailed my fingerprint card to FBI.

My timeline so far is:

07/21/2020 Mailed all to VSC

07/24/2020 Case received I-360, I-465, I-131, I-765 (My priority date)

07/28/2020 Notices sent for all four

07/30/2020 Check cashed

08/05/2020 Notice received by lawyer, emailed copy to me. All four receipts.

08/27/2020 Received divorce decree dated 8/19/2020

10/09/2020 Lawyer mailed my fingerprint card to FBI. It took about 2 month to get a clearance certificate.

11/13/2020 Got notice for biometrics appointment for i-485 and i-765. Dated 11/7

11/30/2020 Completed biometrics in Philadelphia ASC

12/1/2020 USCIS updated online that fingerprints have been applied to i-485 and i-765 on 11/30. Nothing on i131 since filing

12/07/2020 Lawyer replied to RFE

12/30/2020 Update that my RFE reply has been received. (On Saturday! Go figure!)

01/13/2021 Lawyer sent an expedite request for EAD/AP. AP was within a week of being outside of normal processing times. A couple days later USCIS moved dates for AP a month back.

I wish all of workplaces would allow moving a deadline or shrink quotas when someone can't meet them.

Until today 2/2/2021 no updates on any forms.

Hope others will have better luck! Wish us all the best!🙏

1 hour ago, MrDoubleThums said:

Hey everyone, I hope to see many more approvals on this thread.

 

Can someone give me their timeline for c9 EAD, I filed a c9 EAD two weeks after filing my i360/i485 and would like to have an idea of how long it's taking EAD approvals.

Hi there and welcome to the main thread of VAWA filers!

Glad you've already filed the I-759 (c9). The timing is hard to predict. During spring/summer Covid mess many of us who filed then are facing major back ups. Especially with biometrics appointments. USPS also did not help with holidays and election on top of the pandemic. On the contrary, newer filers seem to have their applications rolling faster. Seems like up to Sept is the cut off. Other filers faced a delay with notices, cancelled appointments and interviews, which added to the backlog. That's my personal view and hope for at least the new applications to get normal treatment and the ones in a backlog to be 'reimbursed' down the line.

I'm going to put my timeline separately for to be easier on the eyes. Good luck!

@MrDoubleThums

Hi there! Welcome to the club! You will find a large VAWA forum under AOS and Effects of major changes at

https://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/752743-vawa-part-21/page/96/#comments

There is a lot of information and a lot of people in a similar situation who help each other. Chances are whatever question you have, it has already been answered. Take your time and read from current thread back a part or two. It will give you an idea what to expect, how are other cases moving, how people are coping and any recent changes locally. Also it is very reassuring to know that you're not alone in your journey.

As for your question - just file form I-765 (c9), you can add I-131 as well to get a combo card for work and travel. Waiting times are huge, I'm waiting since July. Hope all will be quicker in the near future.

You can have (c31) and (c9) pending at the same time, so there is no need to change current filing. If you have paid a fee for I-485 the new forms should be free, otherwise a fee is due or another application for a waiver.

Good luck!

@cindy122808

Hopefully you'll get a RFE for yhe medicals and a swifty shiny brand new GC in mail super soon!

2 hours ago, Jawithlove said:

Hi guys I really need some help my lawyer told me I have an interview with USCIS tomorrow the problem is I’m in removal proceedings so USCIS cannot give me my green card the court has to . My vawa was approved in October 2020 and my lawyer revived the letter dec 2 2020. I told her to ask cancel the proceeding in court but she did not want to. Now she just did that couple days ago the problem is it takes 30 business days for the court to respond. I can’t attend the interview but she would is that smart ? 

Sorry you have to go through this! I'm not a pro either. But if in your shoes I'd think having I360 approved will give you a deferral. Theoretically you should be fine to attend. The question is the timing, which is scary. Tbh...

If nobody else says anything from knowledge or experience, try to postpone the interview at any cost to buy some time. Let's say if you or housemate, coworker, etc suddenly develop symptoms, just not feeling well or comes back from traveling to hot spread zone, they will definitely will not want you there for at least 2 weeks. Desperate time call for desperate measures.

If not, let your lawyer attend. Looks like your interview is from prior filing. So all that has to be done is to keep I-485 alive and connect it to VAWA.

The important thing is not to allow a no show at the interview.

Good luck! Be strong!

36 minutes ago, Sk1992 said:

I m August 2019 filler with no EAD and no prima facie. I done my bio in October 2019. Is it normal not to have update of fingerprints were taken. My i765 still says case was received and same for i485. 

Was it a standalone self petition or a full AOS? If the latter, try to file I-765 (c9) on your own. Send it to Vermont. If you have paid for I-485, there will be no fee for that. If not, either pay or apply for a waiver. Who knows when they gonna get to VAWA cases. Be proactive! My heart goes to you and all of us waiting for the Lady Luck! But sometimes it needs a little push. My friend filed at the same time and he has just applied for an EAD renewal. Your biometrics and RFE were a while ago. Try to contact somebody about your case status. Probably not by the phone, since it is confidential, but a letter should do. Your priority date is slowly approaching but don't just wait. Even if you're out of their 'normal' processing times, they will not even look into your case unless it is over 30 days past it. Try to get somebody to pull your file even if just "to check" if the fingerprints are on file.

Be strong, my dear! You got it!

@ValeryK

Absolutely! I see you're alao in PA! I think there are a couple or us here with similar PD.

Oh honey, believe me, I have noticed because I was so close to the Inquire dare. They have almost doubeld the inquiry time and someone like me, who checks all the time not to worry about it:) Who do tou think I am!?!? Hahahahahaha No initial EAD, nothing to do besides slowly going crazy😂 and it shows 🤣

Joke aside, I really hope they did extend timing, so people will pause sending 'Out of processing time' requests and could concentrate on actual work. I reeeeeeaaaaaly hope this is the case.

Keep faith, my dear! All is coming! Sending you lots of hugs and patience 🤗💖

@BergamoHi buddy

Lawyer sent my RFE response to USCIS on Dec 7 2020

Status updated on Dec 30th - on Saturday of all days!!!

Nothing since

So for me it took 23 days. Hang on, dear! Your update is near. Just remember, after waiting for this update it could take another year until we hear about our cases again. Be strong!!! 💪🙌😘

BTW I've got a paper stimulus check from IRS on Mon Jan 4th. As far as I know, whoever did not get a deposit or a check, can subtract the amount when doing tax return. If you did not file return for 2018, 2019 or won't file 2020, there was a way to sign up on IRS account and request the payment. Check online exactly what's best the situation that applies to you. Can't wait to hear someone brag  here with success stories 🤓

On another note, any recent EAD/combos approved?

PD 7/24/2020 initial full package

Bio 11/30/2020 Philly

Thanks in advance, Fam! May the approvals be with you! 🤩

Hey guys,

Congrats to all the recent lucky ones to be over with this hell!!!!🤩🎶🔊

The rest of us - check USCIS website with estimated dates. Hope this is inaccurate glitch, since this is right after 3-4th update to the website in about a week. Seems like after the last 'technical' update on the website, some dates were pushed back 😭 Mine is like July to April margin for EAD🤧

On 12/7/2020 at 10:26 PM, Salyeen said:

Who got Request for Additional Evidence I filed 3 moths ago and really worried about it 

Short timeline:

07-24-2020 - filed i-360 and AOS.

09-18-2020 - USCIS sent a Request for additional evidence for a proof of good moral character on a I-360 petition.

Lawyer had me get a digital fingerprint card from a private firm and mailed it to FBI for a Clearance certificate. It took almost 2 month to get a reply.

12-07-2020 Lawyer sent reply to RFiE

In the meantime I've got a Biometrics completed on 11-30-2020. USCIS updated online the very next day.

RFE is not scary, it will add time to the bottom line, but it also is a sign that someone is actually working on it. Just be sure to read it really careful and reply on time. With Covid they let you extend reply time for additional 60 days.

As far as I can see /please correct me if I'm wrong/ Initial Evidence is usually referring to identity and admissibility (like birth certificate, passport copy, missing crucial document or signature?). Additional Evidence is for the next step, mostly eligibility  - about marriage, previous marriage, abuse, moral character. Most of the time RFE is a formality that was overlooked or missed during initial filing and they give you a courtesy chance to fulfill the request. NOID is the more serious matter. It is almost a denial with final chance to make things straight. Hope none of us will ever have to deal with it!

Good luck and Godspeed for more and more approvals!!!