Newcitizen

25 minutes ago, JeanneAdil said:

if over 50  they can join AARP and get discounts with most vendors 

 

Thank you. They are over 55. Is there any other benefits or discounts that I can look for them to use?

3 minutes ago, Boiler said:

I have been using Red Pocket and they seemingly have been taken over by Boost who apparently will be reducing my cost and increasing my Data. Waiting to find out the catch.

What about Xfinity? I am trying to set them up with home internet service and I keep getting offered the same program. It is a good program but I don't know if this is considered a public charge.

Hello,

My parents recently moved to the US I am looking to get them mobile phones and service. All the carriers I am looking into are offering a discounted rate for low income members through the affordable connectivity program. My parents doesn't work yet. Can they use that discount or will that be considered public charge?

Thanks

32 minutes ago, beloved_dingo said:

 

16 hours ago, Redro said:

DEVILS ADVOCATE

@Newcitizen

Here is more info on how things started:

The apartment is not ready for rent now. It was listed on their website as it will be move in ready on July 1st. So I reached out to them.

They listed the requirements below:

3 most recent pay stubs,

verifiable income must be at least 2.9X the monthly rent

and they stated that there will be a $50 fee per applicant/tenant and a $700 initial deposit to hold the apartment until screening is complete. They required I provide a proof of ID to complete the background check for all tenants.

I stated I meet all these requirements, and I am a US citizen. However my parents would be permanent residents. So they said I can provide ID for myself, and for my parents they will need to see their permanent residency card instead. I said I can provide copy of their passports and the visas they would have by then as their PR cards could take 6-8 weeks to be obtained. The company responded saying they can only put them on a lease if they have permanent residency cards. They will not accept any other proof of Identification, and that is their "management's policy".

I acted in good faith and gave them the information they requested to rent from them on all good merits. There was no reason I withhold any information from them or try to play games.

5 minutes ago, Boiler said:

 

I think my first comment was this is not an immigration issue.

That's why I posted this in the "General Discussion" topics.

6 minutes ago, Mike E said:

Imagine if hotels refused reservations because the guest was not a U.S. citizen.

 

I suppose they would be expected to live in tent cities until they could produce a green card, no doubt the 10 year variant only. 

or even if this was an employment case. If an employer refuses to hire someone with IR5 visa and say we will only hire you if you provide a copy of your permanent residency card. would there be any consequences? 

5 minutes ago, Boiler said:

They are not immigrants they do not it seems even gave a visa 

What are they then? 

Bottom line case is: 

Property rental company is refusing to lease out an apartment for IR5 visa holders and their US citizen son. Demanding a copy of "permanent residency card" only to put them on the lease. 

4 minutes ago, Boiler said:

It does for most things

I would agree. I sent them another email again now with with more information to help them understand. I am doing one last attempt.

3 minutes ago, Boiler said:

Seems reasonable they would not know what an IR5 is but then why would they need to? How is it relevant how someone obtained their GC?

What I am trying to say is that if they felt safe with L1 VISA, then I have a VISA as well. Both are legal. Regarding feeling safe about the long commitment, I am a US citizen who's name will be on the lease as well. I have a strong financial record. There should be no worries on their end.

12 minutes ago, Family said:

Of course, the pragmatic solution is to rent in your name only ( no others listed since they are not here ) and once they arrive request to add them as additional occupants …that bot cannot be refused. 

They did refuse that. They said that since I mentioned I have 2 more tenants initially, they will not sign a lease just with me "Because we know your parents will be with you". They stated that they don't add/remove tenants to a lease in the first 12 month unless under criteria (marriage, divorce and death).

14 minutes ago, Boiler said:

L suggests the Company was involved and provided the security

 

Your original post mentioned they have not even interviewed yet

If the agency knows what L visa is then they should know that IR5 visa serves as green card. It's not a question of security. I have a 6 figures income and I submitted the fiscal proof they requested. They just refused to proceed with a lease with a IR5 visa. Even after the parents arrive to the US. They said they just acknowledge "permanent residency card".

2 minutes ago, Crazy Cat said:

I would look elsewhere, and I would advise them to review their policies for compliance with the law. 

Yes. I am looking for other places. It sucks because this company owns the majority of the available properties around. I don't know why they are making it difficult. I feel like someone in management is not aware what is IR5 visa or not educated enough about it. I know some of my coworkers where I work moved here with their families on L1 visas. They were able to secure rental leases before them actually arriving here from Europe. Howcome now I can't have a lease with IR5 visas. Very frustrating.

3 minutes ago, Crazy Cat said:

Their stamped visas (in their passports) are temporary green cards until the plastic ones arrive.

I specifically told them this part. I stated that IR5 visa allows its holder to be employed, get driving license, open bank accounts and travel freely. I said it serves as an actual GC.

Just now, Crazy Cat said:

Did they use the term physical green cards?

They stated:

"Good morning ******:

I was informed per management that we would require proof of the permanent residency card-and we would need copies of it at the time of application No other substitutes ."

3 minutes ago, Boiler said:

This is not an immigration issue, maybe rent in your name and add them later? What would happen if they move into where you live now?

 

And yes they are resident when they arrive and have their passport stamped.

I suggested to rent it in my name and they refused. They said they don't add tenants to the lease unless under certain circumstances - they cited marriage.

I asked them if I can sign the lease when they arrive here. They said only if they have physical green cards. They don't accept any other documents per "Management's Policy".

I am in a tiny place right now, not enough space for 2 new adults. I am financially capable of renting bigger apartments, it's just that the rental agency is not being cooperative.

Just now, Boiler said:

Wait until they get here. They do not have to rent to non residents.

Will they be residents if they enter on their IR5 visas? The thing I need to secure a bigger apartment before they arrive. There is a housing shortage here (probably everywhere) and I am looking to make arrangements before they come. Even if they arrive, it will take weeks before they receive their actual GC's.

hello everyone,

I hope I am posting this in the right place - if not, mods, please feel free to move it to where it belongs.

I filed for my parents and they are having their IR5 visa interviews soon. Meanwhile I was looking for a bigger place to move into in case they do get their visas. I found an apartment that is available for rent, I contacted the leasing agency and they had certain financial requirements. I met all the requirements, however, when I was asked about the tenants, I told them it will be me (US citizen) and 2 parents. They requested to see their Green cards to be added on the lease. I explained that they don't have their green cards yet, and that they will have IR5 visas, which allows them to get a job, get a driving license and basically serves as an actual GC. They rental agency refused to rent me the place. Saying they only accept actual green cards. Saying this is their "Management Policy". This agency is one of the best in the state and they have many rental properties. They will not rent me anything with my parents unless they have the physical GC.

This is in the state of New Hampshire. Is there anything I can do about this situation?

Thanks

I checked your timeline and it says the beneficiary had their interview on December of 2022. That's around 6 months ago. I think that is too early to file a lawsuit. I think the 6 months in AP is still considered "Reasonable" from what I am seeing. I could be wrong though.

Usually on the letter they gave her should be instructions on how to proceed. 

What document did they request from her? What kind of visa is this? Did she submit DS160 or DS260?

2 minutes ago, Boiler said:

Then when they arrive and they have the I 551 stamp in their passport, nobody can forecast the future all you can do is put yourself in the best situation.

Is there some sort of aging out protection? For example if they file for him with USCIS and he gets approved before turning 21, does that mean he is safe? Or he has to finish NVC and Embassy stages while still under 21?

Just now, Boiler said:

They need to file for him now, today, no reason to delay.

I understand. However they are not in the US yet. They have an interview date coming in the next couple of weeks. I am trying to understand the age stage limit.

Hello everyone and Happy Easter,

From what I understand, there is a visa category for Permanent Residents to file for their unmarried kids who are under 21. My question is, should the kids be under 21 at the time of the visa issuing? Should they be under 21 when the I-130 is approved?

I am asking for my parents in case they want to file for my brother who is now 19. Given there is 2 years until he will be 21.

Not sure at what stage the age is considered a qualifying factor.

Thank you

52 minutes ago, Masyv said:

Hey I have a question. When you sent the request for the expedite, did you sent 2 separate emails for each case or did you just sent 1? 
i want to request and expedite for my parents and I’m not sure. 
And could you share what was the reason if you don’t mind 

I sent 1 email for both cases. I wrote the 2 case numbers in the email and explained the situation. My request was based on humanitarian reasons. If you think you have grounds to expedite, it doesn't hurt to try. Good luck.

Responded to RFI on 3/14th. Just received DQ email now 3/28.

Check with the Lebanese embassy in Manila. Maybe they can assist. If not, you can hire a lawyer in Lebanon and hey can get it for you. It will cost you few hundred dollars but it is worth it since it is needed.

7 minutes ago, Alex&Nayden said:

I'm not sure if you've already mentioned it, but when was your submission and then when did they ask for RFE? Just curious about the timeframe. 

Original submission was February 25th. RFE received on March 13th. Responded to RFE on March 14th.