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Is there still any chance to get denied for early filling after 2 month of FP?
I got worried when I read somebody's topic here. I filled 25 days before my current month which was February :(
 
Sm1smom said:
I see. Working for a nonprofit doesn’t necessarily mean one couldn’t have a TAL background, right. (I pointed that out because you didn’t quite answer one of my questions).

Anyway, all you can do at this point is to continue with regular INFOPASS - we already know the NY FO tend to bulk up DV based AOS cases and take their time before adjudicating them.

If there’s still no update by June, then I’ll r commend you seek the Ombudsman assistance in following up also.
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Thank you, will do.
 
Akramjoon said:
Is there still any chance to get denied for early filling after 2 month of FP?
I got worried when I read somebody's topic here. I filled 25 days before my current month which was February :(
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And did you read my detailed response regarding rejected package vs denied petition? Of course there is!
 
Sm1smom said:
I believe once you select AOS in the first part of the form, the section automatically gets locked down regardless of if you’ve submitted the form or not, you can no longer change that part. So I believe that is what KCC saw and assumed you’re still processing AOS. Check your DS260 form, what does that section currently show - your applicable embassy?
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Hi Sm1smom

I have contacted KCC about my situation and after a week of back and forth e-mails the last thing they told me was ` your interview location has been changed from Adjustment of Status to xxx (the city my parents live).` However, they told me I will have to unlock my Ds-260 and update my address. I told them I don't have a new address and the only address I can provide at the interview city is my parents' since I live in the US for the last 5 years as a student. I have not heard back about that yet.

However, while waiting their answer, I got my Diversity Visa Adjustment Letter.

I feel like trying to do CP while I live here is making things unnecessarily complicated and to be honest if the e-mail correspondence from KCC is a measure, they don't look very diligent so I don't trust them not to mess things up. I don't want to wait till August thinking they're processing my DS-260 and them telling me I was supposed to do AOS and they did not process my DS-260. I am now thinking switching back to AOS. My number is probably going to be current within the next 2 visa bulletins. The reason why I wanted to switch to CP was to see my family in the summer and making the waiting period shorter. Would you suggest switching back to AOS in my case?

Thanks.
 
Sm1smom said:
Your petition is still within the applicable time frame - I don’t see a need for an expedite request.

You guys really need to exercise some patience and allow the process to take its cause, don’t jump and into doing something just because someone else as done if it without fully understanding the process or other steps that person had previously taken.
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Thank you. Indeed, I am following the feedback on this thread. I was anxious to know where things were standing, as I could not go for an infopass. I also found only one entry in the spreadsheet for Hartford, and the process was very long.

I try hard to distract myself and be patient.;)

Thank you for all your support
 
michigander said:
Hi Sm1smom

I have contacted KCC about my situation and after a week of back and forth e-mails the last thing they told me was ` your interview location has been changed from Adjustment of Status to xxx (the city my parents live).` However, they told me I will have to unlock my Ds-260 and update my address. I told them I don't have a new address and the only address I can provide at the interview city is my parents' since I live in the US for the last 5 years as a student. I have not heard back about that yet.

However, while waiting their answer, I got my Diversity Visa Adjustment Letter.

I feel like trying to do CP while I live here is making things unnecessarily complicated and to be honest if the e-mail correspondence from KCC is a measure, they don't look very diligent so I don't trust them not to mess things up. I don't want to wait till August thinking they're processing my DS-260 and them telling me I was supposed to do AOS and they did not process my DS-260. I am now thinking switching back to AOS. My number is probably going to be current within the next 2 visa bulletins. The reason why I wanted to switch to CP was to see my family in the summer and making the waiting period shorter. Would you suggest switching back to AOS in my case?

Thanks.
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Ok, first of all I think you need to take responsibility for whatever confusion is going on with KCC and not simply chuck it down to KCC not being diligent. We’ve had several forum members successfully switch from AOS to CP. I don’t know why you’re having a back and forth with KCC.

The process for switching from AOS to CP is simple:
- Email KCC and request for them to unlock your DS-260 form.
- Update your current address to whatever address is applicable in your home country (regardless of how long you’ve been living in the US or if you’re currently living in the US or not) - KCC uses the listed address to schedule the interview - and they clearly told you you need to update the address by your own account above.
- Submit the DS260 form and follow up with an email to KCC letting them know you’re switching from AOS to CP - the email is important since you can’t change the selection directly on the form.

Are these the steps you took????

I’m sorry I can’t recommend which process will be best for you. You need to make the decision on your own.
 
Snaydsa said:
Thank you. Indeed, I am following the feedback on this thread. I was anxious to know where things were standing, as I could not go for an infopass. I also found only one entry in the spreadsheet for Hartford, and the process was very long.

I try hard to distract myself and be patient.;)

Thank you for all your support
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Yes I understand you can no longer follow up in person since your FO no longer allows INFOPASS. However, there’s a big difference between following up via 1800 number and making an expedite request.
 
Hello mom and everyone,,
Today I received another email it says
“we are still reviewing your case and there are no updates, we will nodify you when your case status changes “
Is this normal ? It is been 2 weeks since my interview.



 
michigander said:
I have contacted KCC about my situation and after a week of back and forth e-mails the last thing they told me was ` your interview location has been changed from Adjustment of Status to xxx (the city my parents live).` However, they told me I will have to unlock my Ds-260 and update my address. I told them I don't have a new address and the only address I can provide at the interview city is my parents' since I live in the US for the last 5 years as a student. I have not heard back about that yet.

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Not sure what you are waiting for them to tell you? Just put your parents address.

By the way just checking you’re aware you’ll have to get your medical done in your home country & get your police certificate from there too to do CP.
 
Jozer basha said:
Hello mom and everyone,,
Today I received another email it says
“we are still reviewing your case and there are no updates, we will nodify you when your case status changes “
Is this normal ? It is been 2 weeks since my interview.
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It’s an automated email, it doesn’t mean anything. You can disable your account from sending the automated no activity notifications if it’s bothering you.
 
Sm1smom said:
I see. Working for a nonprofit doesn’t necessarily mean one couldn’t have a TAL background, right. (I pointed that out because you didn’t quite answer one of my questions).

Anyway, all you can do at this point is to continue with regular INFOPASS - we already know the NY FO tend to bulk up DV based AOS cases and take their time before adjudicating them.

If there’s still no update by June, then I’ll r commend you seek the Ombudsman assistance in following up also.
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I have an update about my situation. I received a call from my congressman's office and she asked me to tell her more about my case. I explained why DV-based AOS applications are time-sensitive. She then called my field office directly and was told that they will try to process DV-based applications before September but there is no guarantee.

1. Have you heard of field offices that do not process any DV-based AOS applications within a fiscal year? In other word, is it up to them to decide whether to prioritize these or no?
2. If yes, should I still wait until June to reach out to the Ombudsman?
3. Where can I find more information about switching to CP and what it will entail?

Thank you, as always,
 
cello8 said:
I have an update about my situation. I received a call from my congressman's office and she asked me to tell her more about my case. I explained why DV-based AOS applications are time-sensitive. She then called my field office directly and was told that they will try to process DV-based applications before September but there is no guarantee.

1. Have you heard of field offices that do not process any DV-based AOS applications within a fiscal year? In other word, is it up to them to decide whether to prioritize these or no?
2. If yes, should I still wait until June to reach out to the Ombudsman?
3. Where can I find more information about switching to CP and what it will entail?

Thank you, as always,
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1. Your FO is familiar with DV based AOS petitions - past timeline spreadsheets has this information in addition to what I wrote in my previous response to you. And yes, each FO is responsible for determining when and how to interview DV based AOS petitions - they are not obligated to prioritize such cases BUT they always do.
2. Yes
3. You can no longer switch to CP at this point, you already filed AOS. Exercise some patience, pay attention to what you’re reading and don’t make any rash decision that will ultimately cost you!
 
Hi everyone,
Kindly writing to share my interview experience which was scheduled on 04/10/2018.
I reached the USCIS office about 20 minutes before the appointment time. After around 10 minutes of explaining the reason for my visit to the reception, an officer called me and started asking all the questions in the I-485 form, right from my full name to the last question of the form. After that, he inquired about my plans after graduation. Those were the only questions he asked me.
In the end, the officer told me that he was convinced by the answers but he had never encountered an AOS case earlier so he needs to confirm what should be done next.
Now, as I logged into my USCIS account, I noticed the following message:
"On April 10, 2018, we ordered your new card for Receipt Number MSC*********, and will mail it to the address you gave us."
I believe this means I will be getting a green card soon.

Thank you so much @Britsimon for directing me to this wonderful forum and I am extremely grateful to @Sm1smom for the spreadsheet and your continued selfless support. Hope you always remain blessed.

P.S. I am a student and I was assigned a lawyer (very experienced one) by the University. The lawyer tried his best and I am thankful for that but I found the information in this forum and the spreadsheet 99% more helpful.
Keep calm and trust @Sm1smom. Good luck!
 
LFCnep said:
Hi everyone,
Kindly writing to share my interview experience which was scheduled on 04/10/2018.
I reached the USCIS office about 20 minutes before the appointment time. After around 10 minutes of explaining the reason for my visit to the reception, an officer called me and started asking all the questions in the I-485 form, right from my full name to the last question of the form. After that, he inquired about my plans after graduation. Those were the only questions he asked me.
In the end, the officer told me that he was convinced by the answers but he had never encountered an AOS case earlier so he needs to confirm what should be done next.
Now, as I logged into my USCIS account, I noticed the following message:
"On April 10, 2018, we ordered your new card for Receipt Number MSC*********, and will mail it to the address you gave us."
I believe this means I will be getting a green card soon.

Thank you so much @Britsimon for directing me to this wonderful forum and I am extremely grateful to @Sm1smom for the spreadsheet and your continued selfless support. Hope you always remain blessed.

P.S. I am a student and I was assigned a lawyer (very experienced one) by the University. The lawyer tried his best and I am thankful for that but I found the information in this forum and the spreadsheet 99% more helpful.
Keep calm and trust @Sm1smom. Good luck!
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Congratulations! Enjoy your new status.
 
Hello Mom and others,

I hope you are doing well. I have been fingerprinted (3/22) and I am currently waiting for the interview letter.
I have been searching in the forum and it looks like there is no way to expedite an EAD which is co-filed with an I-485 (please correct me if I am wrong).
However, do you think that an email to the congressman office would help to expedite the EAD?

If that 's not the case as I immagine, then I think that all I can do is going to an Infopass and hopefully try to get the interview scheduled earlier rather than later.

Thanks as always for your time.
 
Dr. Europe said:
Hello Mom and others,

I hope you are doing well. I have been fingerprinted (3/22) and I am currently waiting for the interview letter.
I have been searching in the forum and it looks like there is no way to expedite an EAD which is co-filed with an I-485 (please correct me if I am wrong).
However, do you think that an email to the congressman office would help to expedite the EAD?

If that 's not the case as I immagine, then I think that all I can do is going to an Infopass and hopefully try to get the interview scheduled earlier rather than later.

Thanks as always for your time.
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Yes you may contact your congress person to request their assistance with expediting the EAD, or you can send in an expedite request directly through USCIS for the EAD and claim “Severe financial loss to company or person“ as the basis for the request. You will need to present documented proof of this of course. Do bear in mind though, granting an expedite request is not guaranteed.
 
Sm1smom said:
Failure to show up for the bio appointment can lead to the petition being considered abandoned and subsequently denied.
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Hopefully that doesn't turn out to be the case!
When I spoke to USCIS today on the phone they said that I did miss it (was scheduled for 29th March). The officer then rescheduled me for early May and said if I didn't receive the letter this time to follow up 5 days before the appointment and they will fax it through. She didn't mention anything about it being denied, so hopefully i'm in the clear?
This all has me a little nervous now - bloody USPS and their unreliable mail service!
 
Aaron P said:
Hopefully that doesn't turn out to be the case!
When I spoke to USCIS today on the phone they said that I did miss it (was scheduled for 29th March). The officer then rescheduled me for early May and said if I didn't receive the letter this time to follow up 5 days before the appointment and they will fax it through. She didn't mention anything about it being denied, so hopefully i'm in the clear?
This all has me a little nervous now - bloody USPS and their unreliable mail service!
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Create an online account if you haven’t done so already - and you might be able to see the bio notice which you can download and attempt a walk in appointment with, as against waiting for the snail mail copy:
https://myaccount.uscis.dhs.gov/
 
Hi all,
I sent out AOS package to lockbox end of March, and today my check is cashed and got email with receipt number shown here:"Your case has been accepted and routed to the USCIS National Benefits Center for processing. Within 7-10 days by standard mail you will receive your official Receipt Notice (Form I-797) with your Receipt Number MSCXXXXXXX. With the official Receipt Notice (Form I-797) you may visit www.uscis.gov where you can check the status of your case using My Case Status. We suggest you wait until you have received your Form I-797 before checking My Case Status." .
I got some question:
1. Is the email i received today as the Acceptance E-Mail in the timeline in google sheet? And after I receive the I-797, is that as the NOA letter?
2. I guess my case is passed thru Chicago lockbox that step and proceed to NBC and NBC is working on my case now, correct?
Sorry for the stupid questions. I just want to record down the date correctly so I can compare with others in the timeline. Thank you all! Appreciate it!
 
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