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19 hours ago, Nathan2424 said:

Just gathering opinions, but do y'all think it's worth applying for AP, given our delay on the interview results and green card approval (hopefully)?

 

We originally didn't apply for AP because it's somewhat expensive and I read in most instances people were getting their green card before getting their AP. We also were a bit naive in thinking we wouldn't want to travel for at least a year, but as we started thinking about 2026, I can tell my wife underestimated how much she would miss her family and really wants to go visit them, since they most likely won't be able to come to the US.

I personally think your money is better spent on a WoM. 

On 11/14/2025 at 6:22 PM, PokuPoku said:

Interview scheduled!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

So happy!!
Still no update on her work authorization (last update was ~28 days ago saying they transferred her case to another office), but so happy we got an update for the green card at least! For their cases, we can't check online, we have to wait until the notice arrives in the mail to see when the interview is scheduled for (please don't be December 4th or 5th).

Congrats and good luck. Hopefully next day approval.

14 hours ago, OldUser said:

I mean, when it comes to immigration, unless going through surgery for life threatening condition or attending mother's funeral, it is almost always cheaper to skip day of work or call in sick VS miss appointment. People lose status and get placed in removal when missing appointments

Absolutely agree. I would have called in sick if it came down to such. It sucks, but that is just the system.

I have heard of some people getting their interview notice after the date of the interview. Unfortunately, these things happen. I recommend everyone check the portal if they are able, and do not rely on mail delivery of notices. When we got her notice for biometrics, it was about 3-4 weeks before in the portal. Perfect, I took the day off work so I could take her down there. However, the snail mail notice came the week before. I may not have been able to take off work on such short notice. A little to close for comfort. 

22 hours ago, fadetoj said:

We just got a notice for an interview today and it has today's date on it? Sunday, November 9th @ 1030am

 

What does this mean? I thought they were closed on weekends and that's such a short notice for us especially when they are over 2 hours away

Just go if you are able.  Yes, USCIS is closed on weekends, however, officers are allowed to work over-time to clear up back log.  I checked the subreddit, there have been plenty of cases of weekend interviews.

Edit: My bad, I just realized that was yesterday. Were you able to go?

Just Approved. 57 day days. I think our representative contacting the field office made a difference.

Interesting. API update. Nothing changed though. Maybe they looked it after being contacted by my representative.

12 minutes ago, Nathan2424 said:

^^ Forgot to mention, I have already tried:

1. Contacting one of my local congressmen (no update since assigning to case worker)
2. Submitting a USCIS Service Request (no update since email confirming request was received)

There is no harm in contacting your other representatives, especially if one is not responding.

 My rep said he contacted the Montgomery field office. We'll see if that helps. 😃

14 hours ago, OldUser said:

For citizenship interview. I don't think there is a clearly defined timeline for AOS, but others can correct me.

That is correct. With that said, It does require that you present "unreasonable delay". I would imagine that 90+ days after an interview with no decision or movement is considered unreasonable. 

The bigger concern here is cost. Most lawyers will charge $3000 to $10,000 to file a WoM. It is possible, but not recommended, to file without a lawyer.

50 days. No updates. 🙂

46 days as of today. I put in a request with 1 senator. The other requires mailing. Will ask my rep too.

36 minutes ago, OldUser said:

The estimates can be safely ignored. They're not accurate at all.

I am very aware. I just find it funny to watch them. Originally, it said like 7 years for the I-485. 🤣

USCIS estimate went from 14 months to 13 months. I think it will be shorter than that. 😂🤣

I was able to log in.  No API update or new documents. The wait continues 🙂

MyUSCIS is currently down. I am going to assume that this is due to the major global AWS outtage.

45 minutes ago, PokuPoku said:

Her case wasn't given an online access code.

That sucks. I believe you can request a new access code. I do not know anything about that process though.

2 minutes ago, PokuPoku said:

Yea I think this is more good news than bad. Its nice knowing the case didn't fall into the trash or something.
They sent a letter with an explanation, so we should get that around friday or monday to see what it says.

Is the letter not available already in the portal?

Just now, Edward and Jaycel said:

 

Yeah fingers crossed.... I think our friends here just got a negligent officer that did their interview. She started by saying she didn't have time to really review their case before the interview and their appointment was at 11:05am and they said she spent a good amount of time during the interview commenting on how hungry she was and how she needed to get lunch 😐 

Oh that sucks.   Our interviewing officer was extremely nice. Maybe a negligent supervisor is holding us back. Who knows. 

Just now, Edward and Jaycel said:

 

Just keep in mind for WoM, make sure you are making inquiries via Ask Emma, Service Requests, and Congressional Inquiries and keeping evidence of them to add as "Exhibits" in your WoM filing with the court to show that you have been trying every method available to you to get action taken on your case

 

Good advice, let's hope no one has to file one here.

17 hours ago, PokuPoku said:

We finally got an update to the work authorization, but, uhhh

 

What does that mean? Why would it be transferred?

As others said, there could be any number of reasons for this transfer. Hopefully they sent it to a less busy FO. Did it tell you which FO your case is at? If not, you can find this through Emma. 

At least you know they haven't forgotten about the case. Maybe. Best of luck though. 

2 hours ago, Nathan2424 said:

71 days since the interview and no update... 😭

We have to keep waiting. This sucks.  However, with that said, I see very few cases on the subreddit that took longer than 100 days after interview. Hopefully this means less than a month for you. If not, might want to look into the Writ of Mandamus.

Best of luck to everyone waiting for updates. 

1 hour ago, Edward and Jaycel said:

 

Our friends just hit 78 days.... I don't understand why it takes so long AFTER the interview to adjudicate

I don't understand either. We were literally told she would have her green card in hand in 3 weeks. Funny how that works. 

Well. We are now past 31 days waiting. No updates at all. The wait continues 😁

1 hour ago, SundryCoder said:

We received our notices for the interview - scheduled Nov 13th

Congrats.