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Harry13-- said:
Hi Mom,
If I got denied one time for my TPS because of payment failed, Do I need to answer YES to "Have you Ever been denied to the United States?"
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Have you ever been denied "what" to the United States? You question makes no sense as written.
 
Sm1smom said:
The IO referred to KCC as the "Department of State" because KCC is an arm of the DOS that administers the DV program.

Kentucky Consular Center Information

travel.state.gov travel.state.gov

The DOS is responsible for releasing visa numbers, they allocate the number of visas released per month. The current administration is notorious for disregarding court rulings. Unfortunately, there's nothing your IO can do about your case until they receive the necessary directions ("orders from above") to proceed with the case adjudication.

p.s. I was under the impression you had proceeded with CP through Montreal based on the response you received from them.
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Thanks! I did not proceed with Montreal because I've learned that this was coming and with us being past interview I figured it might be a better bet.

Officer was sympathetic (again) and according to him they already requested visa number for me. I think they did it just now since case processing was on pause and last time around what he told me is that he cannot adjudicate it or do anything (now he says it's up to the DOS). Department of State newer said or did anything that would indicate that they are suspending processing of cases such as ours. The only thing that stopped it was an internal USCIS policy issued by Deputy Director of USCIS. Which was addressed by the order. There is nothing like that on DHS or DOS level specific to us. In rare instances where applicants whose cases technically were supposed to be on pause were able to get past USCIS, they got their approvals, visa number was not affected.

Additionally, IO said his "boss" already saw this order and started doing something. So that would be "complying with the order". All of this makes me think that there is just some miscommunication and I'm trying to understand the process better to figure out where. Thanks for clarifying the "release of visa number" part.
 
MaryJks said:
Thanks! I did not proceed with Montreal because I've learned that this was coming and with us being past interview I figured it might be a better bet.

Officer was sympathetic (again) and according to him they already requested visa number for me. I think they did it just now since case processing was on pause and last time around what he told me is that he cannot adjudicate it or do anything (now he says it's up to the DOS). Department of State newer said or did anything that would indicate that they are suspending processing of cases such as ours. The only thing that stopped it was an internal USCIS policy issued by Deputy Director of USCIS. Which was addressed by the order. There is nothing like that on DHS or DOS level specific to us. In rare instances where applicants whose cases technically were supposed to be on pause were able to get past USCIS, they got their approvals, visa number was not affected.

Additionally, IO said his "boss" already saw this order and started doing something. So that would be "complying with the order". All of this makes me think that there is just some miscommunication and I'm trying to understand the process better to figure out where. Thanks for clarifying the "release of visa number" part.
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His "boss" may be doing something, however the "boss" cannot do anything without the direct say so of the white house AFAIK. Anyway, at this point I don't want to continue to dance around what the DOS can do; or did say or did not say that would indicate they are suspending processing of cases such as yours. You'll just have to wait and see is all I can tell you for now.
 
Hi mom,
1. if I am not currently working, do I need to add the most recent pay slips? The latest one was for August 2024.
2. For the bank statements, is it okay to include only one bank OR do i need to add all banking that I have?
 
Harry13-- said:
Hi mom,
1. if I am not currently working, do I need to add the most recent pay slips? The latest one was for August 2024.
2. For the bank statements, is it okay to include only one bank OR do i need to add all banking that I have?
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You should be able to answer these questions on your own. Can those documents demonstrate your financial self-sufficiency? You don’t include financial documents simply because they’re listed on the AOS process spreadsheet, you include them only they’re able to meet the purpose they’re intended for. If you have one bank account with substantial savings, that maybe all you need, compared to if you have 5 bank accounts with little to no savings, including them will be pointless.
 
Harry13-- said:
Hi mom,
1. if I am not currently working, do I need to add the most recent pay slips? The latest one was for August 2024.
2. For the bank statements, is it okay to include only one bank OR do i need to add all banking that I have?
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I guess you are a student? find a sponsor and include form I-134.
 
Hello everyone,
I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to @Sm1smom, @SusieQQQ, and @Britsimon for creating and maintaining this invaluable forum. I am truly grateful for your efforts - may God richly bless you all.

Below is my timeline:

Field Office - Washington Field Office (known on this forum as Fairfax, VA)
CN Current - March

01/16/2025 - Early filing based on Section C of the February 2025 bulletin, rejected by the Chicago Lockbox Office.
02/13/2025 - Applied for Post-completion OPT
03/01/2025 - Package sent via USPS (my cover letter stated that DV fees for derivatives cannot be paid here in the US)
03/04/2025 - Package received by Chicago lockbox
03/10/2025 - Post-completion OPT approved and card received
03/10/2025 - Acceptance text
03/11/2025 - USPS money order cashed for $330
03/11/2025 - Called USCIS agent [infopass], request for biometrics sent to ASC, awaiting scheduled date and time
03/18/2025 - Called USCIS agent [infopass], inquired if Biometrics is scheduled, agent confirms it has been scheduled for 04/1/2025 at 2 pm. Rescheduled using myUSCIS portal to 03/19/2025
03/19/2025 - Biometrics taken. The portal updated, "fingerprints were taken."
03/20/2025 - Sent email to KCC if payment of derivatives should be made, response: "Thank you for your inquiry. You must pay the diversity visa fee for each person; that is a fee for yourself and for each member of your immediate family who plans to adjust status with you in the United States."
03/20/2025 - $990 USPS money order made for DV fees, sent to DOS.
03/23/2025 - Package for DV fees for $990 delivered to DOS
03/25/2025 - USPS money order for $990 cashed by DOS
03/30/2025 - Checked the return of the DV fees receipt: On its way to my address
04/04/2025 - congressional inquiry sent (email had 45 days for USCIS to respond)
04/04/2025 - Sent email to KCC if the case has been sent to USCIS. Response from KCC: Thank you for your inquiry. Your AOS receipt was sent to your current postal address on March 28, 2025. Your case has not been requested for transfer by USCIS.
04/16/2025 - live agent : 04/02/2025 is your last update. Nothing is missing or needed at this time.
05/12/2025 - Called USCIS agent [infopass], Service request sent by agent. Received email of request and to expect response within 30 days(06/12/2025)
05/19/2025 - Sent email to KCC if the case has been sent to USCIS.
05/20/2025 - Response from KCC: Thank you for your inquiry. Your case has been forwarded to USCIS. Any further inquiries regarding this case must be directed to them.
05/28/2025 - 44 days since the congressional inquiry was sent. Called the office, but was not able to get in touch with my case officer. checked my USCIS portal - "New card is being produced"
05/29/2025 - My USCIS portal - "Case was Approved"

Thank you all so much! I wish everyone the very best. May you receive good news soon!
 
Hello, on form i-485

1. Part 9: 19, 20 and 21 doesnt apply to me, since im not on J1 visa, Can i answer 19 as ‘No’ and leave ‘20’ and 21 empty?
 
im filing today, can anyone please help.

Additionally, im filing early, On my cover page do i write ‘Filing Early based on section C On june Vb’

Is it correct wording ?
 
Yousafzai said:
im filing today, can anyone please help.

Additionally, im filing early, On my cover page do i write ‘Filing Early based on section C On june Vb’

Is it correct wording ?
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Take a look at the sample cover letter already provided for how you may word this.
 
I had a question regarding documentation to bring for the interview:
1. Do I need to bring the DV selection notices (1NL and 2NL) to the interview?
2. Since the AOS package submission it will be more than 6 months to the interview - in this case I should provide my last 6 months of pay/bank/tax evidence in addition to the year of pay/bank statements submitted with the AOS package?

Thanks!
 
ozzy123 said:
I had a question regarding documentation to bring for the interview:
1. Do I need to bring the DV selection notices (1NL and 2NL) to the interview?
2. Since the AOS package submission it will be more than 6 months to the interview - in this case I should provide my last 6 months of pay/bank/tax evidence in addition to the year of pay/bank statements submitted with the AOS package?

Thanks!
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Take a look at the “Interview Tips” tab of the AOS Process spreadsheet.
 
Sm1smom said:
Sorry to learn about that. Have you done any follow-up since the interview?
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yes they happen to ignore it . I will keep doing the Same and pray . believe I should have studied the trend and move to the Field office which understand DV before I mailed my application
 
Deli said:
yes they happen to ignore it . I will keep doing the Same and pray . believe I should have studied the trend and move to the Field office which understand DV before I mailed my application
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DV 2026 AOSER or or those still didn't file

USCIS Field Offices Known for Being Good with DV AOS Cases

1. Boston, Massachusetts

Often recommended for DV cases.

Staff are familiar with DV time-sensitivity and nuances.

Known for more consistent and quicker DV adjudications.

2. New York, New York

Large office with experience handling many DV cases due to high immigrant population.

Generally responsive and knowledgeable about DV-specific rules.

3. Chicago, Illinois

Chicago Lockbox processes DV filings.

The Chicago Field Office has good experience handling DV-related interviews and adjudications.

4. Dallas, Texas

Also has experience with DV cases.

Efficient with time-sensitive adjudications in many cases.

5. Los Angeles, California
Large immigrant community, lots of DV cases processed.

Good track record on DV AOS.

Notes on Other Offices

Some smaller or less busy field offices may be less familiar with DV requirements, which sometimes leads to delays or mismanagement.

Offices with high immigrant populations usually have more DV experience.

Tips When Choosing a Field Office for DV AOS

Your residential address determines your field office jurisdiction.

If possible, move to a residential address in one of the recommended areas to have your case routed to a DV-friendly field office.

When filing, include a cover letter requesting expedited processing due to DV deadlines.
 
Hey guys, what about the social media list? I'm doing AOS, but I haven’t submitted the DS-260. Do you know if there’s any requirement to list social media accounts on the I-485? Any experiences with this? Do they ask about social media during the interview? Thanks
 
blackchemist said:
Hey guys, what about the social media list? I'm doing AOS, but I haven’t submitted the DS-260. Do you know if there’s any requirement to list social media accounts on the I-485? Any experiences with this? Do they ask about social media during the interview? Thanks
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You can download the current m I-485 to see what is currently on it.
 
First of all really want to thank all the forum members and especially @Sm1smom for the incredible amount of support and very careful documentation of the process – in fact it’s much better than any attorney can provide!

Our main complication appeared all of a sudden when I started to fill out DS-260 a year ago and immediately noticed my daughter’s pre-populated year of birth was different. I still don’t know whether that was a typo or a system glitch – however many other resources told me my AOS should end at this point. Luckily I was told it’s not a big deal here and thus decided to continue.

As I said we used the guides from this forum to prepare all the documentation with our family and just a minor additional help was needed (for interpreting and checking errors/typos). It was all very clear and it looks like our process took somewhat average amount of time – 112 days to CPO ordered from lockbox filing date.

P.S. Timeline was also very helpful and I tried to document everything related to my case. Sometimes even simple questions to Emma helped me think that the process is moving forward (a sort of some magical thinking :)). Good luck to everyone who won in DV2025!
 
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