Recent content by cga04

Hi, Usually I-485 package does not contain I-131 form, but if you need you can take it from USCIS web page. It is necessary only if you plan to leave US while waiting AOS. You can apply for advance parole (I-131) later... Basically you should follow instructions for I-485 and probably...

Your DV number always is with you, more important is visa number itself and it will be "on hold" for you if the NY office requested it from KCC. You can check it with the KCC. I'm not sure that the interview date is connected to the fingerprint appointment or FBI results. They could...

Hi, As it was mentioned in the NL, we have arranged the fingerprint appointment ourselves by phone (National Service Center, NSC). But later we got the appointment letter from the local INS, so now we have 2 dates for this appointment. Does it mean that local INS is NOT aware what's doing...

Hi, Recently I was told by Chicago BCIS officer that they are processing AOS applications based on DV2005 starting in October. When I asked what about if my case number is not current, she told me that it does not matter what the case number I have. I'm confused, because if my case number is...

Hi, I've no experienece but after I digest many posts at web I can suggest the following. Fisrt of all your pics could be old for December: they require 1 months old. Then, if you are doing AOS, KCC will NOT contact you anymore! You should send your docs to the local BCIS in that months...

Thanks LucyMO, I've noticed your answers/comments always are exact and helpful. One more thing you probably can clarify for me. If my legal status @US ends after I sent I-485 forms, will I be legal for BCIS ? I've heard that I'll be legal until INS informs me positive or negative answer on...

Hi, As it was already mentioned in many posts here FBI/CIA name check takes a big part of time for AOS. Is it possible to initiate this check even before sending documents for AOS ? i.e. to obtain this name check in advance! Like a police clearence, which you can do yourself. Thanks for...

Affidavit of Support Hi, I'm wondering if "Affidavit of Support" is necessary for DV program winners when applying through AOS. I-485 instructions itself don't say anything about DV winners, so it is unclear for me. Second question about filing instructions: if you don't have a middle...