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Jarr said:
Sure, My number is current in April and I submitted my AOS package in February under the early filling policy. My FO is Miami,FL. Even though I included a early filling memorandum plus the copy of the USCIS website with instruction in the package , still it was denied. Can't think of any reason to get denied so my guess is the early filling. Sad :(
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I am not an expert but I think since you do not know the reason for denial you can not be sure that it happened because of early filing, this could have happened for many other reasons, before filing again make sure you have the correct version of documents and there is nothing wrong with your case.
 
Sm1smom said:
Not necessarily. Use the following link to identify your FO:
https://www.uscis.gov/about-us/find-uscis-office/field-offices
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Thank you mom.

student007 said:
I am not an expert but I think since you do not know the reason for denial you can not be sure that it happened because of early filing, this could have happened for many other reasons, before filing again make sure you have the correct version of documents and there is nothing wrong with your case.
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That is true. I will update when I receive the rejection letter. The reason why I suspect that it might be because of the early filling because I double check documents in the package multiple times, never been out of status and so on. Let's see what happens next! Still sad though :(
 
hello mom,

When we fedex the parcel, can we send it as a box? we have lot of documents to send with all the past I-20 renewals.

Is that acceptable? Please advise the type of package I have to use. Thank you for your time.
:)
 
Sheree said:
hello mom,

When we fedex the parcel, can we send it as a box? we have lot of documents to send with all the past I-20 renewals.

Is that acceptable? Please advise the type of package I have to use. Thank you for your time.
:)
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Please use your best judgment.
 
Sm1smom said:
1. Don’t read too much or try to analyze the wording on the posted update. Fingerprints review, FBI name check, are all components of the background check. They don’t post updates letting people know one portion or the other is complete - the only information they provide is either the background check has cleared or is still pending.

2. Yes it still does. They will not automatically expedite the process just because the request is coming from a congress person.
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Thank you as usual. I contacted the congresswoman today and provided the required documents, let' s see.

Tomorrow I am going to USCIS for an INFOPASS. Simon wisely recommended the following in his FAQ:
  1. I-485 submitted and sent to the FO (obviously done otherwise you wouldn't be there, but just so you have a list).
  2. Biometric completed?
  3. Background/Name check completed?
  4. Receipts for the DV fee and the AoS fee (you should have those - but point them out).
  5. Have the FO requested the file from KCC? Have they received it? (check whether KCC say it's been requested or sent).

Anything else you would like to suggest?

Thank you!
 
Dr. Europe said:
Thank you as usual. I contacted the congresswoman today and provided the required documents, let' s see.

Tomorrow I am going to USCIS for an INFOPASS. Simon wisely recommended the following in his FAQ:
  1. I-485 submitted and sent to the FO (obviously done otherwise you wouldn't be there, but just so you have a list).
  2. Biometric completed?
  3. Background/Name check completed?
  4. Receipts for the DV fee and the AoS fee (you should have those - but point them out).
  5. Have the FO requested the file from KCC? Have they received it? (check whether KCC say it's been requested or sent).

Anything else you would like to suggest?

Thank you!
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Hmmn hmmn! Going on an INFOPASS and having your congress person do a follow up at the same time is not a good move IMO. I never recommend utilizing all the available resources at the same time.
 
Sm1smom said:
Hmmn hmmn! Going on an INFOPASS and having your congress person do a follow up at the same time is not a good move IMO. I never recommend utilizing all the available resources at the same time.
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Not to mention it's been 12 days since you became current. Doing an INFOPASS and a congressional inquiry at this stage is a bit extreme IMHO.
 
Xarthisius said:
Not to mention it's been 12 days since you became current. Doing an INFOPASS and a congressional inquiry at this stage is a bit extreme IMHO.
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Right!
Several DV based AOSers don’t even seem to realize or appreciate the fact that they’re already enjoying a major advantage over family and employment based petitions which gets pushed further down the pipeline since DV AOS petitions are time sensitive.
 
Sm1smom said:
Right!
Several DV based AOSers don’t even seem to realize or appreciate the fact that they’re already enjoying a major advantage over family and employment based petitions which gets pushed further down the pipeline since DV AOS petitions are time sensitive.
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Interview scheduled! :D

The infopass was very weird, this is how it went:
-15 minutes before going in I call KCC and they tell me they sent my case to the local USCIS on April 5th.
-I step in and ask if they received my case. The guy said he received it 10 seconds ago and thus my interview is pending (!).
-I ask him what is a time frame when I could expect the interview to be scheduled in. He looks again at his computer, and he says "wait a sec, you are actually already scheduled for an interview." He goes in the back, probably to speak with somebody, and then gives me the date. He told me the interview notice should arrive very soon.

For how this whole thing happened I thought somebody was playing a joke on me. I just feel so lucky.
 
Dr. Europe said:
Interview scheduled! :D

The infopass was very weird, this is how it went:
-15 minutes before going in I call KCC and they tell me they sent my case to the local USCIS on April 5th.
-I step in and ask if they received my case. The guy said he received it 10 seconds ago and thus my interview is pending (!).
-I ask him what is a time frame when I could expect the interview to be scheduled in. He looks again at his computer, and he says "wait a sec, you are actually already scheduled for an interview." He goes in the back, probably to speak with somebody, and then gives me the date. He told me the interview notice should arrive very soon.

For how this whole thing happened I thought somebody was playing a joke on me. I just feel so lucky.
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That is not wierd. It happened to me tooo. But does not mean your background check is done. You might still have to wait after interview but hopefully not too long
 
Akramjoon said:
That is not wierd. It happened to me tooo. But does not mean your background check is done. You might still have to wait after interview but hopefully not too long
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Thanks for pointing that our Akramjoon!
I did not know that you could go in the interview withouth your background check being completed. That's interesting.
 
Dr. Europe said:
Thanks for pointing that our Akramjoon!
I did not know that you could go in the interview withouth your background check being completed. That's interesting.
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Dr. Europe said:
Thanks for pointing that our Akramjoon!
I did not know that you could go in the interview withouth your background check being completed. That's interesting.
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Yes it totally depends on FO whether they want to interview before or after that. But some people get their clearance very fast and the interview could be the last step for them.
 
Hello Sm1smom,

I just called KCC and was told that my file was requested on the 4th of April, and that they did send it on the 5th of April.
Kindly, is this a sign that an interview letter is soon coming?:)
Thank you for your usual support
 
Snaydsa said:
Hello Sm1smom,

I just called KCC and was told that my file was requested on the 4th of April, and that they did send it on the 5th of April.
Kindly, is this a sign that an interview letter is soon coming?:)
Thank you for your usual support
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Don’t read anything into any sign. You’ll only know for certain when you receive the IL.
 
Hi guys!

I would be greatfull if you could give me an advice on the following situation. My case number is EU 26 6xx. Since I am a student in USA I chose AOS processing. Since the numbers are pretty low this year I think it maybe better if I switch from AOS to CP and process the visa in my home country provided my number becomes current. Do you think that my DS-260 will be processed on time before a potential interview in August/September?

Thanks a lot about your input!
 
Zar515 said:
Hi guys!

I would be greatfull if you could give me an advice on the following situation. My case number is EU 26 6xx. Since I am a student in USA I chose AOS processing. Since the numbers are pretty low this year I think it maybe better if I switch from AOS to CP and process the visa in my home country provided my number becomes current. Do you think that my DS-260 will be processed on time before a potential interview in August/September?

Thanks a lot about your input!
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Yes - if you switch now. However, please consider the impact of submitting your DS260 on future NIVs if your number does not go current.
 
Thanks a lot Britsimon! I understand the risks. I also just called the KCC center and asked if my DS-260 would be processed if I switch. They lady was very nice and she looked up my case in the system and she said that it would take them a week to process it so I would be good to go if the number becomes current later this year.
 
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