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    Withholding of Removal. How do I retrieve my passport and bond money?

    The best way to get your passport is to get in touch with the court secretary... and ask them for the office of the ERO. You can ask them for the bond and the passport there.. if you do this right after the case conclusion then you will get it in a week otherwise it will tale weeks.. months...
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    Driver's License renewal denied!

    There are a few states.. i am sure you can google them up.. that allow only a passport for getting a DL... one of them is New Mexico + you need to show proof of stay eg bills etc... So i suggest if you want a DL you may want to consider moving to NM and drive legally. Just make sure you call...
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    November 1-485 Filers pls post

    The good news is that my mail box had an interview letter! This is surprising since the RFE was just sent out a few days ago. It further adds to the fact USCIS has become more proactive in their cases... and probably do case reviews even after the RFE gets sent out. I'll definitely update...
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    Out of status: Avoid greyhound or amtrak

    This happened to me when I was a GC holder at Buffalo airport. I had my Drivers license and they were able to verify my status right there. I then read the laws.. They clearly state CBP/ICE can check your status w/in 100 miles of the border or at any DOT service provider or station. If you...
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    November 1-485 Filers pls post

    Just wanted to update my status... I haven't received RFE yet. The status came online on Dec 22, 2010. So i called customer service and registered an inquiry. The work permit status has however been updated with "card production". In my opinion, the RFE shouldn't have taken more than a week...
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    How to work while waiting for papers

    Actually what you should do is go to your congressman's site, fill up the privacy notice form and fax the info. Include all your pertinent info with request to expedite the application. make sure you include dates as to when you have the job offer. With this economy, I wouldn't be surprised...
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    How to work while waiting for papers

    i'd suggest getting in touch w your congressman to expedite the work permit. expaln the situation with your offer letter. It has worked for some on the forum.
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    November 1-485 Filers pls post

    MSC stands for Missouri Service Center. You are fine..
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    November 1-485 Filers pls post

    I am going to guess.. they need birth certificates! its been nearly a week. should have something very soon.... No need to panic guys. It just delays the process by a couple of weeks!!
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    November 1-485 Filers pls post

    boboclan, I have the exact same message. Waiting for RFE....
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    Option for non-immigrant mother?

    How long has she been in the US? if she its greater than 10 years then she MAY qualify for cancellation of Removal...ie. if she can prove extreme hardship on a USC. (her son). A competent attorney is required to proceed with any case such as this. Out-of-status work will definitely be an...
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    what is my status and what should I do?

    Good call BigJoe5 and everyone! Lxz, did your dad file for labor certification? And was it approved or approve-able when filed?. My understanding is it's filed before I-140. If that is so then you may qualify for 245(i). Regardless, you will need someone to petition you to qualify for PR.
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    My EAD card will expire 1/3/11!!!

    There are ample posts on this forum .. simply contacting the congressman and requesting and expedite just based on having no financial income which is extreme can expedite the EAD. Sometimes its your luck! go to their website, fill up the privacy notice form, sign it and fax. Make sure you...
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    My EAD card will expire 1/3/11!!!

    Contact your congressman/senators asap! you will have to complete the privacy form and include copy of your wp and letter from your employer. If your expedite is approved, you can get your wp in <2 weeks. Read up on expedite services from USICS.. you may qualify based on humanitarian and or...
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    what is my status and what should I do?

    Well, there is always the chance to xfer to Canada as a student. My understanding of Canadian visa system is limited, so i don't want to give you an incomplete info. But you can always contact the consulate or visit their extensive website. If you do want to consult a lawyer, PM me and i can...
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