Waiting for a NOA2 from VSC for your I-129F?

[BYRON-LEIDY 0]

I just called...i couldnt help it..i got a rude lady who didnt help me at all!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! All she said is ." Sir, you have to wait at least a month for a RFE to be answered"....AAARGGGGGGHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

What number did you call? I called 800-375-5283, I can't seem to get any answers. Amanda actually was reading from the website to me. duh. I asked to be transferred to an Adjudicator to no avail. If I spelled that wrong, I am sure most of you understand

Amanda was extremely nice but didn't tell me a thing. Must be a contractor.

I've also tried the Referral from Soch post and the RFE trick. NOTHING IS WORKING FOR ME :crying: :crying: :crying:

thats the number i called.....THEY SUCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[thejoz 0]

I see our favorite pessimist Bill y Bella reading the thread, I wonder if he's feeling any more optimistic after this mini avalanche of approvals?

[visceral image 0]

Just bumping this list to a current page; not sure who is off the list but I need to see it on a more current page of this thread. Good Luck everyone

The Waiting List

No.Name Country NOA1 Date

1 Edith & Donald Germany 2007-04-25

2 Tu & Chris Vietnam 2007-05-01

3 Celia & John Canada 2007-05-02

4 Mirla & Patrick Peru 2007-05-09

5 Lalina & Ramesh India 2007-05-16

6 Gabriel & Shawn Sri Lanka 2007-05-17

7 Abby & Todd Canada 2007-05-21

8 Leidy & Byron Colombia 2007-05-21

9 EH & KT Brazil 2007-05-23

10 Manny & Missy Nigeria 2007-05-24

11 Dayfenix & Eric Colombia 2007-05-24

12 John & Nida Thailand 2007-05-29

13 Elena & David Russia 2007-05-29

14 Emma & Brian United Kingdom 2007-05-30

15 Kim & Bob Korea, Rep of (South) 2007-05-30

16 silviya & patrick Bulgaria 2007-05-31

17 Fa & Lu Italy 2007-05-31

18 ARY & JJ Colombia 2007-05-31

19 Javi & Daly Spain 2007-06-01

20 Jo & Anthony United Kingdom 2007-06-02

21 Guofang & Peter China 2007-06-04

22 Jane & Don Philippines 2007-06-04

23 Harlene & Glenn Philippines 2007-06-04

24 Selena & sterling China 2007-06-05

25 Oksana & Bill Ukraine 2007-06-06

26 Ana & Virgil Philippines 2007-06-06

27 Dairo & Erika Colombia 2007-06-06

28 Sharlene & Jake Philippines 2007-06-06

29 Angelica & Peter Colombia 2007-06-06

30 Olalla & Matt Spain 2007-06-06

31 Tei & Ida Ghana 2007-06-08

32 Trang & Quang Vietnam 2007-06-11

33 April & Mark Philippines 2007-06-12

34 Luis & Michele Colombia 2007-06-12

35 Karen & Mike Canada 2007-06-12

36 Sheila & Jim Canada 2007-06-12

37 Okey & Chi Nigeria 2007-06-13

38 Kathryn & Darius Canada 2007-06-13

39 adriana & brian Brazil 2007-06-13

40 Reshma & Ranjeet India 2007-06-14

41 Peter & Erica United Kingdom 2007-06-14

42 Jennifer & James Philippines 2007-06-14

43 Donna & Steve Philippines 2007-06-15

44 Massimo & Lindsay Italy 2007-06-15

45 Mary Ann & Travis Philippines 2007-06-16

46 Sandy & Steve Colombia 2007-06-18

47 R & B Russia 2007-06-18

48 L & M Romania 2007-06-18

49 Amr & Faith Egypt 2007-06-19

50 Hakeem & Constance Nigeria 2007-06-19

51 scotus & pkscotus United Kingdom 2007-06-20

52 Darren & Stephanie United Kingdom 2007-06-20

53 Wadia & Dalip India 2007-06-20

54 Tunde & Asake Nigeria 2007-06-21

55 Tarek & Melinda Egypt 2007-06-21

56 Natalie & Chris Russia 2007-06-21

57 K & A Japan 2007-06-21

58 Natasha & Chris United Kingdom 2007-06-22

59 Bassi & Zainab Ghana 2007-06-22

60 Dao & Pao Laos 2007-06-25

61 Bea & Donald United Kingdom 2007-06-25

62 Zenny & Eric Philippines 2007-06-26

63 su & jacob Korea, Rep of (South) 2007-06-26

64 Miriam & Shawn Peru 2007-06-27

65 PJ & PG India 2007-06-27

66 Milaine & Syl Martinque 2007-06-27

67 D & B Lithuania 2007-06-30

68 I & W Albania 2007-07-03

69 Hormazd & Sara India 2007-07-06

70 M & J Japan 2007-07-06

71 Amy & Jack Vietnam 2007-07-09

72 wala & jayel Pakistan 2007-07-09

73 Gaz & Sue Albania 2007-07-10

74 Gillian & Scott United Kingdom 2007-07-10

75 Diana & Alan Bulgaria 2007-07-10

76 Rose & Frank Philippines 2007-07-11

77 Tusha & Omizo Mozambique 2007-07-11

78 Jovy & Daniel Philippines 2007-07-12

79 Lyn & Nes Philippines 2007-07-12

80 stucked & Stuck Ireland 2007-07-12

81 Queila & Brian Brazil 2007-07-13

82 P & M Colombia 2007-07-13

83 Steve & Jen Australia 2007-07-13

84 Mohammed & Melinda Egypt 2007-07-17

85 Aysegul & Brian Turkey 2007-07-18

86 Dave & Laura United Kingdom 2007-07-18

87 Scott & Rachel Canada 2007-07-18

88 Alexandra & Jason Russia 2007-07-20

89 Geiza & Joel Brazil 2007-07-20

90 Rene & Melissa Netherlands 2007-07-20

91 PA & ME Colombia 2007-07-20

92 Truong & Tiffany Vietnam 2007-07-20

93 A & E United Kingdom 2007-07-20

94 D & M Germany 2007-07-20

95 Amy & Drew United Kingdom 2007-07-23

96 Belen & Jason Ecuador 2007-07-23

97 t & d Canada 2007-07-23

98 Pim & Wyatt Thailand 2007-07-24

99 Marvin & Tonza Jamaica 2007-07-24

100 Fenglian & Paul China 2007-07-26

101 santhosh & rashmita India 2007-07-26

102 Lily & Sidiq United Kingdom 2007-07-27

103 Orphee & Andre France 2007-07-30

104 M & K Denmark 2007-07-30

105 Lissette & Eduardo Ecuador 2007-07-31

106 Griff & Julie United Kingdom 2007-07-31

107 Dariusz & Sandra Poland 2007-07-31

108 Abdelmounim & Donna Morocco 2007-07-31

109 Marty & Lisa United Kingdom 2007-08-01

110 Mayeth & Jeff Philippines 2007-08-01

111 maryna & matt Ukraine 2007-08-01

112 David & Rebecca United Kingdom 2007-08-01

113 Mace & Herrera Mexico 2007-08-01

114 S & A Thailand 2007-08-02

115 Hélène & Stephen Canada 2007-08-03

116 Lusi & Gabriel Armenia 2007-08-04

117 bg & noni United Kingdom 2007-08-06

118 Ken & Gill Jamaica 2007-08-07

119 Bella & Bill Colombia 2007-08-07

120 Rahela & Mitch Germany 2007-08-07

121 Carmen & Bert Guatemala 2007-08-07

122 Marco & Shannon Italy 2007-08-08

123 Ana & Clifford Brazil 2007-08-08

124 Alf & Christy Canada 2007-08-08

125 Charry & Marc Philippines 2007-08-08

126 Richard & Courtney United Kingdom 2007-08-08

127 Andres & Karen Costa Rica 2007-08-08

128 Joanna & Robert Poland 2007-08-08

129 *** & *** Morocco 2007-08-09

130 Kosta & Erin Australia 2007-08-10

131 Marichelle & Harold Philippines 2007-08-13

132 Michel & Nicole Syria 2007-08-13

133 pl & tk Canada 2007-08-13

134 Hilda & Thomas Philippines 2007-08-13

135 Jessica & Frank Philippines 2007-08-14

136 Ahmed & Cheryl Egypt 2007-08-14

137 Valeria & Guy Brazil 2007-08-14

138 Bella & Todd Philippines 2007-08-14

139 Mars & Nels Philippines 2007-08-14

140 Ganiu & Diane Nigeria 2007-08-15

141 Florenda & Jeremy Philippines 2007-08-15

142 ikechukwu & edith Nigeria 2007-08-15

143 James & Angela United Kingdom 2007-08-16

144 Viviane & Sean Brazil 2007-08-16

145 Marjana & Peter Estonia 2007-08-16

146 An & Jing China 2007-08-16

147 Mehdi & Maria Tunisia 2007-08-16

148 eloesa & charlie Philippines 2007-08-16

149 Meg & Craig Japan 2007-08-16

150 LGU & JP Costa Rica 2007-08-16

151 David & Jay Colombia 2007-08-16

152 Shobana & Sunil India 2007-08-16

153 Meera & Brad Trinidad & Tobago 2007-08-17

154 Anna & Terry Russia 2007-08-17

155 Milyedis & Johnathan Colombia 2007-08-17

156 Stéphanie & John Belgium 2007-08-20

157 Jennifer & Jonathan Canada 2007-08-20

158 Virginie & Devin France 2007-08-20

159 habibi & oneder Egypt 2007-08-20

160 Yajing & Michael China 2007-08-21

161 Peter & Colleen Denmark 2007-08-21

162 Lonesa & Josh Philippines 2007-08-22

163 Camila & Walt Brazil 2007-08-22

164 Sehrab & Maggie Jordan 2007-08-23

165 Sheila & Mike Peru 2007-08-23

166 Sandra & Damon Croatia 2007-08-23

167 Ilze & Cody Latvia 2007-08-23

168 meziel & anthony Philippines 2007-08-23

169 Arlene & Steve Philippines 2007-08-23

170 Semih & El Turkey 2007-08-24

171 Isis & Tony Brazil 2007-08-25

172 Vanessa & Steven Brazil 2007-08-25

173 Hana & Sadruddin Czech Republic 2007-08-27

174 Valentina & Scott Ukraine 2007-08-28

175 Duane & Lillie Jamaica 2007-08-29

176 Golda & Sean Colombia 2007-08-30

177 Munesh & Suzie Guyana 2007-08-31

178 Leila & Wesley Ukraine 2007-08-31

179 Kheng & Ken Cambodia 2007-09-01

180 Laura & Charles Finland 2007-09-04

181 Jan & De Germany 2007-09-04

182 Brian & Stephanie Jamaica 2007-09-04

183 Thuy & Aaron Vietnam 2007-09-05

184 OLGA & CARY Russia 2007-09-06

185 Elena & Robert Russia 2007-09-10

186 Azmina & Abdurrahman Panama 2007-09-10

187 Ali & Annick Tunisia 2007-09-10

188 Minnie & Dennis United Kingdom 2007-09-11

189 Eva & Igor Russia 2007-09-12

190 Sharda & Neil Trinidad & Tobago 2007-09-12

191 ayoub & judy Morocco 2007-09-15

192 Per Einar & Cora Norway 2007-09-15

193 Vanessa & Brent Australia 2007-09-17

194 Anil & Cindy Canada 2007-09-17

195 Jennibeth & James Philippines 2007-09-17

196 T & Andy Vietnam 2007-09-19

197 Jo & David Malaysia 2007-09-19

198 Aparna & Shreekant India 2007-09-20

199 Andree & Andreas Canada 2007-09-20

200 Ramos & Edwin Cuba 2007-09-21

201 Norma & Stefan Philippines 2007-09-25

202 Maria & mike Philippines 2007-09-25

203 Victoria & Philip Philippines 2007-09-25

204 Bryna & Greg Australia 2007-09-26

205 Jocelyn & Frank Philippines 2007-09-27

206 Magda & James Poland 2007-09-27

207 D & M Belarus 2007-09-28

208 Maymay & Jim Philippines 2007-10-01

209 Chiho & David Japan 2007-10-01

210 OS & ST Nigeria 2007-10-01

211 Aey & Henry Thailand 2007-10-02

212 An & Eric Vietnam 2007-10-02

213 Alla & John Russia 2007-10-03

214 Luda & John Ukraine 2007-10-03

215 Jain & Vikash India 2007-10-04

216 Jason & Katie Ecuador 2007-10-04

217 Daniela & Jon Germany 2007-10-04

218 rebecca & dominick United Kingdom 2007-10-04

219 Koong & John Thailand 2007-10-04

220 Guiying & Alvin China 2007-10-04

221 Supanna & Wasan Thailand 2007-10-05

222 Nomie & stuart Philippines 2007-10-09

223 Desland & Jene' St. Vincent/Grenadines2007-10-09

224 Ngozi & Monday Nigeria 2007-10-09

225 Aron & Emily United Kingdom 2007-10-10

226 david & tonisha Jamaica 2007-10-15

227 barry & mona Antigua 2007-10-15

228 Michael & Elizabeth United Kingdom 2007-10-16

229 N & S Macedonia 2007-10-16

230 somath & fran Australia 2007-10-17

231 Sweety & Baby Morocco 2007-10-17

232 Eliane & Daniel Brazil 2007-10-17

233 Gail & Scott United Kingdom 2007-10-17

234 Bhushan & Kaushal India 2007-10-19

235 Dianna & Adam Israel 2007-10-21

236 Alena & Harold Uganda 2007-10-22

237 Michael & Alice United Kingdom 2007-10-24

238 Latoya & Mosa Nigeria 2007-10-24

239 Prapussorn & Andrew Thailand 2007-10-27

240 Loshiel & Kenneth Philippines 2007-10-28

241 Nelyn & Scott Philippines 2007-10-29

[Bill y Bella 0]

I see our favorite pessimist Bill y Bella reading the thread, I wonder if he's feeling any more optimistic after this mini avalanche of approvals?

Well.......

8 a week is better than 2! It is not enough to keep most of us from going over the 6 month processing mark, but it is a step in the right direction. I'll do the summary stats again on Sunday and everyone can reach their own conclusions.

Congratulations to all the members with recent approvals. That is great news!

[amrssnowangel 0]

4 approvals in 2 days is a great start for the month. Maybe they hired some newbies???? Who knows...but Bill I think u may be right. They will work harder to keep up with the 6 month deadlines. NOW maybe we can get approved faster..see some action.....Im happy with 2 a day average...but would love to see them crank out more.

[Steph1973 0]

I just called...i couldnt help it..i got a rude lady who didnt help me at all!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! All she said is ." Sir, you have to wait at least a month for a RFE to be answered"....AAARGGGGGGHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

What number did you call? I called 800-375-5283, I can't seem to get any answers. Amanda actually was reading from the website to me. duh. I asked to be transferred to an Adjudicator to no avail. If I spelled that wrong, I am sure most of you understand

Amanda was extremely nice but didn't tell me a thing. Must be a contractor.

I've also tried the Referral from Soch post and the RFE trick. NOTHING IS WORKING FOR ME :crying: :crying: :crying:

No, she probably isn't a contractor. They are all that stupid.

[*julez* 124]

4 approvals in 2 days is a great start for the month. Maybe they hired some newbies???? Who knows...but Bill I think u may be right. They will work harder to keep up with the 6 month deadlines. NOW maybe we can get approved faster..see some action.....Im happy with 2 a day average...but would love to see them crank out more.

I'm trying not to be overly optimistic, but with all the touches, RFE's and a few NOA2's this week, its making me think that VSC might finally be ready to kick some a$$ with our petitions! If the trend continues next week, and picks up a bit more steam, I might even become a believer!

[Jason-Sasha 1]

There seems to be no real consistency yet, though. Their approving has been all over the charts lately. Approvals from September, October, and July filers??? They lie about processing cases in the order they are received. That's obvious. There are still May filers waiting. Perhaps they randomly select younger petitions in an effort to bring down their averages? I don't know. But it really isn't making any sense. Though, I can't really complain because they are approving now at a better rate....seemingly. My fingers are crossed that things continue to speed up for everyone.

[cuteprince 0]

4 approvals in 2 days is a great start for the month. Maybe they hired some newbies???? Who knows...but Bill I think u may be right. They will work harder to keep up with the 6 month deadlines. NOW maybe we can get approved faster..see some action.....Im happy with 2 a day average...but would love to see them crank out more.

Yehhhhh... from Sears? Mirla knows this, that's why we are not getting any emails from Sears anymore, hope these newbies will crank up the June filers now.

Edited November 2, 2007 by cuteprince

[amrssnowangel 0]

There seems to be no real consistency yet, though. Their approving has been all over the charts lately. Approvals from September, October, and July filers??? They lie about processing cases in the order they are received. That's obvious. There are still May filers waiting. Perhaps they randomly select younger petitions in an effort to bring down their averages? I don't know. But it really isn't making any sense. Though, I can't really complain because they are approving now at a better rate....seemingly. My fingers are crossed that things continue to speed up for everyone.

I agree the filing dates approved are all over the place. Not sure why..but Im sure there is a reason. I do know the most recent valid June approval is June 4th. Im assuming they are now starting to pull boxes of the first week or so of june. I wouldn't be surprised if they are pulling June more now, in an effort to avoid going over the 6 month deadline. To get the "easy" petitions out of the way first. You know the ones they can do in 15 minutes that they can KNOW dont require an RFE??? Who knows.

Byron...make them hurry...please...the tension of waiting for yours and Mirlas and other earlier May filers is KILLING me. I can ONLY imagine what it is doing to you guys. Im still praying.

BUT good news is it does seem VSC is picking up..at least for the moment..even I...yes positive pom pom faith..was starting to lose faith (no pun intended...or was it??)

[Steph1973 0]

There seems to be no real consistency yet, though. Their approving has been all over the charts lately. Approvals from September, October, and July filers??? They lie about processing cases in the order they are received. That's obvious. There are still May filers waiting. Perhaps they randomly select younger petitions in an effort to bring down their averages? I don't know. But it really isn't making any sense. Though, I can't really complain because they are approving now at a better rate....seemingly. My fingers are crossed that things continue to speed up for everyone.

I agree the filing dates approved are all over the place. Not sure why..but Im sure there is a reason. I do know the most recent valid June approval is June 4th. Im assuming they are now starting to pull boxes of the first week or so of june. I wouldn't be surprised if they are pulling June more now, in an effort to avoid going over the 6 month deadline. To get the "easy" petitions out of the way first. You know the ones they can do in 15 minutes that they can KNOW dont require an RFE??? Who knows.

Byron...make them hurry...please...the tension of waiting for yours and Mirlas and other earlier May filers is KILLING me. I can ONLY imagine what it is doing to you guys. Im still praying.

BUT good news is it does seem VSC is picking up..at least for the moment..even I...yes positive pom pom faith..was starting to lose faith (no pun intended...or was it??)

Have a good weekend everyone. Let's hope Monday starts another week of approvals!

[Munesh and Suz 0]

Congratulations to EVERYONE that got approved, touched,.....KISSED - hehhehe. What a great way to end the week!!!!!

[Bill B 0]

Over 100 people called in today for the USCIS Ombudsman’s teleconference

“USCIS Receipting Delay II - How Does This Affect You?”

The focus was on receipting delays, but there was a couple interesting things said and the comment about the probability of the 6-month goals being extended is disheartening. My notes include:

USCIS has completed all receipting of all I-485 employment based applications (except for the Nebraska service center). They are now moving toward emphasize efforts in receipting the N-400s.

He expects in January the 6 month processing goal at each service center will increase dramatically. He did not elaborate too much other than this will happen due to the volume of applications/petitions received by USCIS.

Send ombudsman info on customer service rep when you have a problem or bad information when calling the USCIS 1-800#

Whether I-129F can be filed without the I-130 receipt notice? How about with a copy of the check? I-130s will be transferred to Chicago soon in an effort to expedite. He is checking if customers can use a cancelled check as proof. He thought it should be allowed.

The 90-day clock for EAD start from date application was physically received at USCIS (received date on notice).

Incorrect Visa submission (when USCIS incorrectly returns an application due to fee submission). If you have ability to scan it, do so and send it to the ombudsman, but continue what you need to do on your end. He is hearing of too many incorrectly returned applications.

Correction of USCIS errors. Errors in receipt notice received. What should the person do? He hopes USCIS will post the answer soon to this. Update: I see it is posted now within the receipting message on the USCIS web site. They are saying the customer service rep should take the info over the phone on what is wrong and initiate corrective action.

Understand I-485s having priority, but not why don’t US citizens get priority service over non-citizens? Ombudsman said he will take up this question to USCIS and ask them to explain to him how/why they prioritize petitions.

He said receipting is done by contractors and not adjudicators so the receipting delays are not impacting the processing of petitions/applications.

Nebraska Service Center is inundated with employment based applications and therefore slower than the Texas Service Center.

People can email him at:

cisombudsman.publicaffairs@dhs.gov.

Recommends people check his web site for a lot of information, including answers to questions emailed to him. http://www.dhs.gov/xabout/structure/editorial_0482.shtm

[amrssnowangel 0]

DAY 164 and nothing yet.....

SOON

Byron, my Byron, So dear, sweet and strong,

This wait will soon end, together you belong.,

Right by your side, is where she will be,

Together forever, jsut wait, you will see.

This process is long, it takes up your time,

But soon enough all things will be fine.

So just get on your knees, pray to up above,

Soon you shall be, together with your love.

Hang in there Byron...we are all with you.

awwwwwwww....that was so cute!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

You know what kills me....every day that passes without an approval is a day of having less of a chance of spending the holidays with Leidy and her son who im dying to hide presents all over the house and give him a Christmas like he has never had before!!!!

In its own time Byron that will happen. Its in Gods timing. Remember that. Everything has a reason...everything. I know it hard to understand. Why not take the opportunity to be creative about it. What is the holidays about? Is it about WHEN we have it? or WHO we spend it with. I"d keep up your tree and keep the presents exactly where they 'd be till the day they arrive, if not before the holidays..then have "your own" holiday time to celebrate. Thats what's important..that she is here. Your love is strong. YOU are strong. Just stay focused on whats importa nt...your love and relationship. Nothing else matters..not even VSC. In the grand scheme of life...you have many many holidays to share...God willing. Stay focused on the light at the end of the tunnel...and hang in there..it will all work out just the way God intended.

DAY 164 and nothing yet.....

SOON

Byron, my Byron, So dear, sweet and strong,

This wait will soon end, together you belong.,

Right by your side, is where she will be,

Together forever, jsut wait, you will see.

This process is long, it takes up your time,

But soon enough all things will be fine.

So just get on your knees, pray to up above,

Soon you shall be, together with your love.

Hang in there Byron...we are all with you.

awwwwwwww....that was so cute!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

You know what kills me....every day that passes without an approval is a day of having less of a chance of spending the holidays with Leidy and her son who im dying to hide presents all over the house and give him a Christmas like he has never had before!!!!

Every day that passes is also one day CLOSER to their arrival.

afterforever .....amrssnowangel......you both are always so encouraging...THANK YOU ....from the bottom of my heart!!! You know its just that at times as i sit here alone watching TV but actually not really watching cause im thinking about this whole process and thinking..." i have someone i love so much, why is it so difficult tobe with her" but this process has taught me something i have never had....patience.....I know that God willing i will have many holidays with Leidy and Daniel , but during the holidays i absolutely love giving and especially when im with somebody...being alone is a little depressing, even more so nowing i have someone and not being able to be with that person.

You know Byron...my SO always says as long as I carry his love in my heart..Im never truely alone. Although we are physically apart from them, we are so blessed to have their love. Just because they aren't here...doesnt mean you can't be creative in ways to celebrate the holidays together. Send a care box filled with presents wrapped for her and her son. Share them on cam on Christmas morning. Call that day to make it special. Get the help of a family member there to make her a special dinner, have her served and eat your dinner same time. Totally surprise her in small ways...maybe with a 12 ddays before christmas gift pack. She can open one a day...for 12 days..maybe they are a theme. Maybe sth small that reminds you of her or her of you. My SO loves Rabbits (hmmm) and soccer...so I find soccer bunnies...stuffed, pins, stickers anything to put his two favorite things together. He loves when I bake and ship him cookies. Make it a memerable holiday...God willing it is the last one spent apart... I know its hard...but its all in how we look at it really. I wish soo much mine was here to...to sit by a romantic lit tree...to see my dad open his gifts..my mom fuss about the paper all over the floor and to smell and taste all the new things we eat that he doesn't.

My SO makes things special...he recorded himself singing a "lullybye" to me. Its something special he does...when i was in the hospital alone and scared...he called every 30 minutes and sang it to me. To this day..when I need reassurance..or just to be close to him.I open that file..play it over and over....

Hang in there Byron. You'll find special ways to spend this with her. TRY this...

www.blurb.com

I made a real hard back BOOK.....I uploaded pics and wrote a story. This is great way to record your relationship...write the story of your love...or make a simple photo album....but its a professionally hard bound or soft back book. Cover jacket and all. Maybe THAT would be a great gift for her..and her son. A story featuring HIM. Just a thought...Check it out.

[Zee Bee 61]

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QUOTE(Bill B @ Nov 2 2007, 07:54 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Over 100 people called in today for the USCIS Ombudsman's teleconference

"USCIS Receipting Delay II - How Does This Affect You?"

The focus was on receipting delays, but there was a couple interesting things said and the comment about the probability of the 6-month goals being extended is disheartening. My notes include:

USCIS has completed all receipting of all I-485 employment based applications (except for the Nebraska service center). They are now moving toward emphasize efforts in receipting the N-400s.

He expects in January the 6 month processing goal at each service center will increase dramatically. He did not elaborate too much other than this will happen due to the volume of applications/petitions received by USCIS.

Send ombudsman info on customer service rep when you have a problem or bad information when calling the USCIS 1-800#

Whether I-129F can be filed without the I-130 receipt notice? How about with a copy of the check? I-130s will be transferred to Chicago soon in an effort to expedite. He is checking if customers can use a cancelled check as proof. He thought it should be allowed.

The 90-day clock for EAD start from date application was physically received at USCIS (received date on notice).

Incorrect Visa submission (when USCIS incorrectly returns an application due to fee submission). If you have ability to scan it, do so and send it to the ombudsman, but continue what you need to do on your end. He is hearing of too many incorrectly returned applications.

Correction of USCIS errors. Errors in receipt notice received. What should the person do? He hopes USCIS will post the answer soon to this. Update: I see it is posted now within the receipting message on the USCIS web site. They are saying the customer service rep should take the info over the phone on what is wrong and initiate corrective action.

Understand I-485s having priority, but not why don't US citizens get priority service over non-citizens? Ombudsman said he will take up this question to USCIS and ask them to explain to him how/why they prioritize petitions.

He said receipting is done by contractors and not adjudicators so the receipting delays are not impacting the processing of petitions/applications.

Nebraska Service Center is inundated with employment based applications and therefore slower than the Texas Service Center.

People can email him at:

cisombudsman.publicaffairs@dhs.gov.

Recommends people check his web site for a lot of information, including answers to questions emailed to him. http://www.dhs.gov/xabout/structure/editorial_0482.shtm

Thanks