acouto07

July 29, 2014

Received my oath ceremony letter in the mail yesterday, scheduled for Aug 5th!

July 21, 2014

Alix, I got the letter in early may (biometrics in mid march) for a June 10 interview. Obrigado!

July 21, 2014

Idk if you are asking me, but I did not receive a txt/email regarding the interview letter (I did for the initial application submission), it just came in the mail.

July 21, 2014

Hi Astromar79, what is your current status? Have you passed the interview and received the oath letter? How long did it take? I just had my interview this morning in Chicago and received "recommendation for approval", which is making me uneasy until I receive the Oath letter. Please let me know if you can. Thanks!

October 11, 2008

Congrats to all those with movement and closure of their cases!

Just an update: got a much needed touch a few days ago (10/09)...I know it doesn't mean a thing but I'm glad to see that my file isn't in a storage room somewhere in area 51...maybe they willl get this thing figured out before the end of the year! that would be great...

September 12, 2008

I'm with you guys....still waiting, waiting, waiting....luckily I was able to adjust my status to in-state resident for tuition purposes at my school, which helped a lot financially! But not thanks to USCIS!!!

No touch, no email, no letter...nothing!

My wife just sent out a letter to Senator Obama's office this week (we live in Illinois) so we hope they can help us out...

September 3, 2008

How do you get a service request?

congrats water! and marienmichelle!

Well, I haven't posted in a while but wanted to drop a line so people know there are others out there...
I received my EAD and AP in mid-June, since then nothing from USCIS....I went to an infopass in mid-August and they told me my file is still in Missouri and they have no idea when it will be sent to Chicago for the interview...

I have been waiting eagerly for this to end, as all of us have, but this ridiculously long process is going to end up costing me thousands of dollars because I just entered a graduate program in a state school and I had until September 30 to present evidence of in-state residency to be charged in-state tuition. Obviously that is not going to happen. I also cannot take out federal loans without the GC. In other words, USCIS really did some damage...

But at this point I'm just reaching the point of apathy...I simply don't expect anything anymore...

One question: how do people typically contact their congressperson/senator? E-mail? Letter? In person?

Thanks and hang in there everyone!

I called the help line recently and was told (by an actual immigration officer) my wife's file is still in Missouri also. In one month, it will be 6 months since she filed for AOS. She has received her EAD and AP but has not been scheduled for an interview date. Does going to an Infopass appointment help with moving this process along, or do people who have gone find it is just a waste of time?

I forgot to add that a service request was issued for my wife's file over one month ago and we have not received any update. I am wondering why they issue this request if they do nothing to investigate. Is this just a ploy to get people to stop calling or is it really a worthwhile procedure?

August 30, 2008

Well, I haven't posted in a while but wanted to drop a line so people know there are others out there...

I received my EAD and AP in mid-June, since then nothing from USCIS....I went to an infopass in mid-August and they told me my file is still in Missouri and they have no idea when it will be sent to Chicago for the interview...

I have been waiting eagerly for this to end, as all of us have, but this ridiculously long process is going to end up costing me thousands of dollars because I just entered a graduate program in a state school and I had until September 30 to present evidence of in-state residency to be charged in-state tuition. Obviously that is not going to happen. I also cannot take out federal loans without the GC. In other words, USCIS really did some damage...

But at this point I'm just reaching the point of apathy...I simply don't expect anything anymore...

One question: how do people typically contact their congressperson/senator? E-mail? Letter? In person?

Thanks and hang in there everyone!

June 25, 2008

Robert M. Cowan is the director of the NBC. His name ans signature is on there because he has approved your application to be paroled into the US should you leave.

wow, do I feel ignorant.....but they could've picked a better place for his name and signature rather than right above the applicant's picture, huh? lol

June 24, 2008

Mine was exactly the same so I wouldn't worry!!!!
As long as it's you in the photo and everything else on the papers refers to you it's fine!

Oh, ok...thanks!!

June 24, 2008

question about AP...

I received it in the mail last week and noticed that on the lower left corner of the AP document my picture with a name above it that was not mine....it says "Robert M. Cowan"....was it supposed to say my name? There is also a signature above the name that is not mine....is this normal or did USCIS make a mistake on my AP?

Thanks!

June 24, 2008

question about AP...

I received it in the mail last week and noticed that on the lower left corner of the AP document my picture with a name above it that was not mine....it says "Robert M. Cowan"....was it supposed to say my name? There is also a signature above the name that is not mine....is this normal or did USCIS make a mistake on my AP?

Thanks!

June 12, 2008

and just a few hours later....my EAD and AP were approved!

Didn't expect that today (received "Card Production Ordered" e-mail)....

June 12, 2008

Hopefully we get it both at the same time Cuz none of us would be excited about waiting alone

If you want more company, I haven't heard a thing from USCIS since biometrics

Good idea on the preemptive infopass appt....im going to look into that soon...

June 6, 2008

It is very easy to tell yourself to not worry and relax...but I know for me at least it is not quite so easy to do.
Worrying and stressing too much will only drive you bonkers, but at the same time, it is a very important issue and certainly worthy of concern.

For myself, not hearing anything at all drives me up the wall, even more so because I know at this point there is nothing more I can do. My mind races to all the possible things that might be going wrong. This isn't particularly productive I admit, but at the same time I can't seem to help it.

Of course I realize compared to many my case has been moving very fast, we ourselves were very shocked we got an interview so soon, but that doesn't make the waiting any easier. My future with the person I love more than anything depends on this, how can I not be anxious?

That being said I try not to let myself get too freaked out (with varying degrees of success depending on the day). I'd say the people here should understand well the strain of waiting, and what is this forum for if not support from those in a similar circumstance? I can't think of a better place to vent.

I agree 100%....

Also, I think it is a true shame that this process is as stressful and opaque as it is....one would think that the USCIS would have enough resources to make things a little more smooth (I know they are overstrained)....simple things, like the online case status....it is a nice idea, except it doesn't work for everyone....sometimes (often) it just adds to the stress....and the 1-800 line that is now known as the "misinformation line".....and the rumors that easier cases are processed before harder cases......all this after dishing out over USD1k in fees.....so it is more than reasonable to be frustrated with the process....this shouldn't be a guessing game and a free for all....

June 5, 2008

Same for me as Scott and Marta, no word yet on EAD, my reciept date is March 20th and my notice date is March 24th. Not even any touches

My NOA is for March 27th, and I have nothing to show for so far.....I'm waiting for my 90-day mark (June 25th) to infopass...hope it doesn't come to that...

May 30, 2008

Hello...im adjusting from H1B currently....I dont see why you would have to wait to get married (or file for AOS)..the H1B is a dual-intent visa so you can enter the US with it and have intentions to immigrate...why did they tell you to wait?

Anyway....once you file for AOS (after you get married), your SO can keep her H1B status while the AOS is being processed as long as she continues to work for her H1B employer....if she then chooses to change employers she will need to apply for an AOS-based EAD, which would then terminate her H1B status....at that point she will not be able to leave and re-enter the US unless she has an Advanced Parole approved on her behalf....

Filing for AOS from H1B is just like filing from K-1 status...its the same paperwork, same fees, same timeline (sort of)...so the guides here can help you...

May 30, 2008

U can get your tax transcripts directly from the IRS...go to their website to get the form you need to mail them to request them (its free)...

May 29, 2008

I came on F1 too back in 2002. Thankfully finally finished my studies though.

I went from F1 to H1B and now to LPR (hopefully sooner than later)

May 25, 2008

Legend:

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For any correction, please let me know.

Username--------------FILED----RCVD-----NOA1-----BIO------TRNFR----INTRW----APRVL----EAD------AP

1. Uzume------------- 02-23 __ 02-29 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 04-08 __ xx-xx __ 05-22 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx = APRVD!!

2. unforgettablefire- 02-29 __ 03-03 __ 03-10 __ 03-27 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 04-30 __ 04-30

3. Ben loves Yuki---- 02-29 __ 03-07 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 03-27 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

4. Canadia----------- 02-29 __ 03-04 __ 03-14 __ 04-02 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 05-21 __ 05-21

5. atenana----------- 02-29 __ xx-xx __ 03-05 __ 03-21 __ 03-20 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 04-29 __ 04-28

6. Marcus and Laura-- 03-01 __ 03-04 __ 03-11 __ 03-28 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 05-01 __ 05-01

7. kursst------------ 03-01 __ 03-03 __ 03-12 __ 03-31 __ 03-24 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 05-02 __ 05-02

8. 12/11/2006-------- 03-01 __ 03-03 __ 03-12 __ 04-29 __ 04-10 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 05-05 __ xx-xx

9. bored silly------- 03-02 __ xx-xx __ 03-05 __ 03-21 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

10.David-Rhosie------ 03-03 __ 03-04 __ 03-07 __ 04-01 __ 03-25 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 04-29 __ 04-29

11.dolphin1---------- 03-03 __ 03-06 __ 03-14 __ 04-03 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 05-21 __ 05-13

12.the.ronin--------- 03-03 __ 03-09 __ 04-23 __ 05-08 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

13.gsbgminnesota----- 03-03 __ xx-xx __ 03-10 __ 04-02 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 04-30 __ xx-xx

14.menyoo------------ 03-03 __ 03-08 __ 03-12 __ 04-04 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 05-06 __ 05-06

15.soulprovider915--- 03-03 __ 03-05 __ 03-10 __ 03-29 __ 03-28 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 05-01 __ xx-xx

16.Elmira------------ 03-04 __ 03-06 __ 03-11 __ 04-03 __ 04-24 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 05-02 __ 05-02

17.teachmehistory---- 03-04 __ 03-06 __ 03-11 __ 04-03 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 05-02 __ 05-09

18.jenmac75---------- 03-04 __ 03-05 __ 03-10 __ 04-02 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 05-01 __ 05-09

19.TamaraLovesAdam--- 03-05 __ 03-09 __ 03-13 __ 04-05 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 05-13 __ xx-xx

20.magandy----------- 03-05 __ 03-07 __ 03-13 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

21.malakas----------- 03-05 __ 03-06 __ 03-10 __ 03-27 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 05-08 __ 04-19

22.grande14---------- 03-06 __ 03-08 __ 03-17 __ 04-04 __ 03-28 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 05-05 __ 05-05

23.DavidsPrincess---- 03-07 __ 03-09 __ 03-15 __ 04-01 __ 04-30 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 05-12 __ 05-12

24.ddkm-------------- 03-10 __ xx-xx __ 03-18 __ 04-09 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

25.Arinola----------- 03-10 __ 03-10 __ 03-13 __ 04-01 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

26.YGandMAT---------- xx-xx __ 03-10 __ 03-17 __ 04-02 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 05-05 __ xx-xx

27.Ddania------------ 03-10 __ xx-xx __ 03-17 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

28.Paul Hanaki------- 03-11 __ 03-13 __ 03-21 __ 04-07 __ xx-xx __ 06-06 __ xx-xx __ 05-06 __ 05-06

29.Malla------------- 03-11 __ 03-12 __ 03-17 __ 04-09 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 05-07 __ 05-07

30.u2rsobad---------- 03-12 __ 03-14 __ 03-18 __ 04-10 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 05-14 __ 05-12

31.~~~water~~~------- 03-12 __ 03-16 __ 04-14 __ 04-29 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

32.nana_356---------- 03-12 __ 03-16 __ 03-20 __ 03-29 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 05-09 __ xx-xx

33.cinamaje---------- 03-12 __ 03-14 __ 03-19 __ 04-10 __ 04-07 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 05-14 __ 05-13

34.Scott and Marta--- 03-13 __ 03-16 __ 03-20 __ 04-04 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

35.lionred----------- 03-13 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 06-17 __ xx-xx __ 05-10 __ 05-16

36.smicelle---------- 03-13 __ 03-28 __ 04-03 __ 04-18 __ xx-xx __ 07-22 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

37.zolanden---------- 03-14 __ 03-18 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

38.rouguewave-------- 03-14 __ 03-16 __ 04-25 __ 05-14 __ 05-24 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

39.TTR--------------- 03-17 __ 03-18 __ 03-21 __ 04-15 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

40.chipipay---------- 03-17 __ 03-21 __ 03-25 __ 04-21 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

41.sofia2009--------- 03-18 __ 03-19 __ 03-27 __ 04-08 __ 04-14 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 05-16 __ xx-xx

42.romes------------- 03-18 __ xx-xx __ 03-24 __ 04-02 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

43.Sheryl&Robert----- 03-19 __ 03-25 __ 03-28 __ 04-16 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ 05-15 __ 05-15

44.JillianShea------- 03-20 __ 03-21 __ 03-26 __ 04-15 __ xx-xx __ 07-22 __ xx-xx __ 05-19 __ xx-xx

45.M&J--------------- 03-20 __ 03-21 __ 03-31 __ 04-17 __ 04-22 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

46.acouto07---------- 03-21 __ 03-23 __ 03-27 __ 04-15 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

47.ramzis51---------- 03-21 __ 03-24 __ 03-28 __ 04-15 __ xx-xx __ 06-12 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

48.MariEnMichelle---- 03-25 __ 04-09 __ 04-14 __ 05-07 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

49.tessie143--------- 03-25 __ xx-xx __ 04-03 __ 04-19 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

50.julezabelle------- 03-26 __ xx-xx __ 04-01 __ 04-23 __ 04-17 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

51.Iluvmyhubby24/7--- 03-26 __ 03-28 __ 04-02 __ 04-25 __ 04-17 __ xx-xx __ 05-05 __ 04-28 __ xx-xx = APRVD!!

52.beejay------------ 03-26 __ 03-31 __ 04-04 __ 04-29 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

53.Brian&Vera-------- 03-27 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

54.mossycouple------- 03-28 __ xx-xx __ 04-12 __ 05-02 __ 05-07 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

55.psho-------------- 03-29 __ 04-04 __ 04-12 __ 04-29 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

56.zeroland---------- 03-29 __ xx-xx __ 04-04 __ 04-22 __ 04-25 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

57.MARICHU----------- 03-29 __ xx-xx __ 04-03 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

58.SilkRoad---------- 03-29 __ 03-31 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx __ xx-xx

58.LJW--------------- 03-05 __ 03-31 __ 03-12 __ 04-11 __ 03-26 __ xx-xx __ 05-23 __ xx-xx __ xx-xx = APRVD!!

:time: For any correction/updates, please let me know. :time:

May 25, 2008

I made some updates to the spreadsheet (hope you don't mind)