Oct 2009 filers, post here.

Just received a email from USCIS for EAD Card production ordered . Also in online case status EAD and AP touched . How much time will it now take to get the EAD card ? please share your insights .
 
Wow, alot of great news!!

Congrats for the EAD touches and card, IL's @ Midwestalien,abhijithbc,Posywang, Desi4ever

I am glad to see things are moving smoothly, most of you will be getting your EAD's in the mail soon. I managed to get my DL reinstated for 4years,:D had to pay also a minimal fine(late fees) my state started effective oct1st:mad: Currently waiting for my SSN card.

whtmyid,
welcome aboard!!

abhijithbc,
what a coincidence!!! We had our EAD first approved on the same date(dec4th) and received them on the same date dec16th).

ap51672
Thanks for sharing your IV experience, Congrats again:D. Im kinda worried, hope our's goes well,too.

Midwestalien
From the EAD production order update takes 8-12 daysYou can check some of our members timelines. Some people get 3 emails updates others 2.


So our october filers progress so far:

member..................NOA date.......FP DONE......EAD...........IL DATE.....GCAP
1.kenedys81...........10/2/09.........11/05/09.....Awaiting?.....?
2.alf123.................10/03/09........10/30/09.....11/03/09.....01.08.10
3.thomas_psu.........10.05.09.......10.30.09..... 11.20.09.....12.17.09.....Yes
4.rpt1020...............10.08.09........10.22.09.....11.18.09......01.06.10
5.whtmyid..............10.08.09.........10.26.09....11.12.09......01.19.10
6.hsjin76................10/09/09........10/27/09.....11/23/09.....01.20.10
7.monsoonbreeze79..10.14.09........11.03.09.....12/16/09.....01.07.10
8.geppo.................10/16/09.........?..............Awaiting?.....Awaiting
9.weddingproject.....10/16/09........11/18/09....11/23/09......Awaiting
10.ahruo................10.21.09........11.03.09. ....Approved....01.20.10
11.ap51672............10.22.09........10/27/09.....Awaiting......12/11/09....yes
12.abhijithbc...........10.23.09.......12/04/09.....12/16/09......01/22/09
13.gadis.................10.23.09........... ?...........Awaiting.......Awaiting
14.Midwestalien.......10/23/09.......12/01/09....Approved......01.20.10
15.confused_alien....10.24.09........11.06.09.....12/09/09.....Awaiting
16.posywang..........10/27/09........11/25/09.....Approved.....Awaiting
17.cisq...................10/28/09.......11/23/09.....Awaiting......01.12.10
18.Desi4ever...........11/2/09.........11.12.09.....Approved.....Awaiting
19.Pragmidea..........11/2/09.........11.24.09.....Approved.....01.13.10
20.SweetSmileSmile....? ................?
21.navsam7.............11/3/09..........11/20/09...Approved.....01.13.09
22.jrah....................11/5/09.........11/23/09...Awaiting......01.25.09
 
Thomas_psu IV expereince

Was posted in the September thread. Thought some of you may have missed it.
thomas_psu said:
My wife and I went for the interview today at the Pittsburgh DO at 9 am. We were called in at about 945 (there were about 2-3 others in the waiting room). The interviewer was a really pleasant lady who ushered us into her office. First, she went through I-130 application details (for about 2 minutes), then went through the I-485 details (name, address, etc.) for 2-3 minutes. She asked if we had any photos which we showed her. Then she said we would be approved. We were out of her office by about 950. We were almost like "that's it"? Anyway, she didn't take the I-94 or EAD or AP documents (which I thought was weird). On my way out, I asked, and she said you can keep it! Well, I will wait to see what happens now. For now, I guess my GC is approved and I will wait for it in the mail. :)
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Congrats again, Tom.:D
 
Regarding final Interview

Hi folks ,

For the I-864 part , my wife is using her assets ( like almost 20K ) in cash in savings and her salary . The problem is that the salary and using the assetts combined we just clear the minimum income criteria . We have our interview scheduled in january 20 .

Do you guys think there might be some concerns/issues regarding this thing in the interview . So far we haven't received any RFEs and the application has been moving smoothly . But i am still worried because we are using assetts and income both . Her salary alone doesn't meet the minimum income requirements .

Please tell what you guys think .
 
midwestalien said:
Hi folks ,

For the I-864 part , my wife is using her assets ( like almost 20K ) in cash in savings and her salary . The problem is that the salary and using the assetts combined we just clear the minimum income criteria . We have our interview scheduled in january 20 .

Do you guys think there might be some concerns/issues regarding this thing in the interview . So far we haven't received any RFEs and the application has been moving smoothly . But i am still worried because we are using assetts and income both . Her salary alone doesn't meet the minimum income requirements .

Please tell what you guys think .
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Midwestalien, I have no clue. If you dont get a response here in a few days you may want to post in the main forum. Best of luck.
 
midwestalien said:
Hi folks ,

For the I-864 part , my wife is using her assets ( like almost 20K ) in cash in savings and her salary . The problem is that the salary and using the assetts combined we just clear the minimum income criteria . We have our interview scheduled in january 20 .Do you guys think there might be some concerns/issues regarding this thing in the interview .
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I don't think it will be a problem (using your savings assets + salary). But, here is a possible alternative solution. If you can find a joint-sponsor (family, friend or someone else who is willing to say they can support you) you can ask them to fill the I-864 and take all their supporting evidence to the interview (W-2, 1099, IRS filings, employment records, etc.). Some one correct me if I am totally off on this?

The IL says you can take I-864 records if you have already not submitted it.

I don't think you will have a problem but I was suggesting an alternative.
 
thomas_psu said:
I don't think it will be a problem (using your savings assets + salary). But, here is a possible alternative solution. If you can find a joint-sponsor (family, friend or someone else who is willing to say they can support you) you can ask them to fill the I-864 and take all their supporting evidence to the interview (W-2, 1099, IRS filings, employment records, etc.). Some one correct me if I am totally off on this?

The IL says you can take I-864 records if you have already not submitted it.

I don't think you will have a problem but I was suggesting an alternative.
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Thanks for the feedback Tom . I will be receiving my EAD soon and then i can start working . If my wife and i am working too , in that case we can surely meet the minimum income requirements . If USCIS was doubtful of the I864 app , then they wouldnt have aproved my EAD in the first place .

So i am trying to get a permanent job before i appear for the interview . We dont have anyone for the joint sponsor ..whatever we have to do it by ourselves . Our only option is show the incomes which my wife has , plus any incomes which i can make from my new job . Hopefully everything works out , i am keeping my fingers crossed till the interview is finally done .
 
Thomas, i received the interview letter today but it shows initial review, is that normal?

here is my post

Received the interview letter today. Thank God!
However, it shows initial interview. Is that the same for everyone's?

Chicago DO
Nov 4 date for I130 and I 485
Interview date: 1/27/2010
 
question???

finally i got my advance parole yesterday in the mail :DHere are my new updates. i wonder when can i apply for social security and drivers license?:confused: can i apply with my advance parole? thanks

Timeline
Oct 28 2009 AOS family based package sent lee summit
November 3 2009 Cheque cash
November 5 2009 NOA received on mail
November 6 2009 Change of Address filed
November 10 2009 Confirmation Received (change of Address)
November 14 2009 NOA biometrics
November 23 2009 Biometrics Done (application center in Wilshire Los Angeles)
December 14 2009 Interview notice received for January 25 2010
December 22 2009 Advance Parole received
No EAD YET:)
 
jrah said:
finally i got my advance parole yesterday in the mail :DHere are my new updates. i wonder when can i apply for social security and drivers license?:confused: can i apply with my advance parole? thanks
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You'll need to wait for your EAD before you can apply for the social security card since that is your proof of work authorization. Once you have the SS card you should be able to apply for your driver's license, depending on your state (it would be the case in NY).
 
Happy Holidays!!

I been a little off between vacations an job, but I see a lot to people got EAD and IL, even aproved GC congratulations!!!!

Good luck to everyone in their interviews!!!!!!!

I am going in two weeks hopefully our IO still with holiday spirt LOL!!!


weddingproject...Did you get your IL :confused:
 
Traveling to India

Hi folks ,

My wife is a US citizen and we are planning on visiting India sometime after our final interview in January . Does she need to apply for visa to go to india . Also , is this something which takes time ? how easy is it to get the visa .

Thanks in advance
 
midwestalien said:
Hi folks ,

My wife is a US citizen and we are planning on visiting India sometime after our final interview in January . Does she need to apply for visa to go to india . Also , is this something which takes time ? how easy is it to get the visa .

Thanks in advance
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There are multiple options, you can get Indian visa, or she can apply for PIO or OCI, if her prior citizenship was Indian.
PIO and OCI take few weeks to get done, Visa can be applied and processed within few business days.
 
Hi Folks ,

Just received Advance Parole ( AP) in the mail today . I am thinking of applying for PIO for my wife , any tips or suggestions would be appreciated :)
 
Timeline
Oct 28 2009 AOS family based package sent lee summit
November 3 2009 Cheque cash
November 5 2009 NOA received on mail
November 6 2009 Change of Address filed
November 10 2009 Confirmation Received (change of Address)
November 14 2009 NOA biometrics
November 23 2009 Biometrics Done (application center in Wilshire Los Angeles)
December 14 2009 Interview notice received for January 25 2010
December 22 2009 Advance Parole received
December 28 2009 Applied for driver's licence approved (CA)
No EAD YET
 
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