Thanks. I emailed KCC and they replied saying payment was received but processing the receipt may take another 7 days.
DV 2018 AOS Only
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Thanks. I emailed KCC and they replied saying payment was received but processing the receipt may take another 7 days.
Hello,
The moment I have been waiting for finally came. I first want to thank Sm1smom for her help.
So yes, I finally received my card and it arrived on my birthday this week. It was just magical
I have so much to share hoping for my experience to inspire you.
My dream started a long time ago. I came to the US for a Masters, and after three years I went back home following my fiance who wanted to go back. I left behind an unfinished degree. Of course once back to my home country it did not take that long for us to break up. Wanted to come back, but God got me a great job in an international institution. Worked there at a high level position, and after ten years I decided to leave, come back here, finish my Masters, and do a second one. I could not stand to live with that bitter taste from my unfinished degree, plus could not get over leaving the US.
I came back, this time with my own means. Lost my daddy the first week of my first semester, I had to go back home, but I came back. I finished my Masters and also did a second one. I graduated with a 4.0 GPA. On the eve of the graduation ceremony I did learn that I won DV2018. I was in heaven. What a great timing.
From May 2017 my DV journey started, went through all the requirements, started getting docs gathered, translated etc., did my medical exam, and waited for number to become current. Between what was going on on the political scene, threats of cancelling DV, gov. shutdowns, the changes in handling DV process, add to that my FO no longer accepting infopasses, etc. I was going crazy. I tried to get the help of an attorney, but she was the one asking me how DV process is handled. Not sure if I used an attorney would have made things go faster, I cannot tell.
The same month I became current and eligible for early filing, I had to decide whether I take the chance and apply for AOS while I am waiting for my OPT EAD, or not to apply for OPT, or apply for AOS after I get my OPT EAD. I ended up deciding to wait until I get my OPT EAD. In addition to having a status to fall back to, I also estimated that my AOS application would go faster having had the OPT EAD in the AOS package. Waited two months and a half, then after some news again about the intent to cancel DV lottery, I did panic. I gathered all I had, and sent the AOS package without the OPT EAD. So, not sure if the wait for the OPT EAD had an impact, positive or negative. Needless to mention that I can now tell you when the mailman comes, how many they are, and where they park their car. Got the bio letter, did a walkin. They were very welcoming. Waiiiiit. Got the OPT EAD one month after I sent the AOS package. Again not sure about how they impact each other. Waiiiiit. Tried an expedite request. It got denied. Then ten days later got the interview letter. Again not sure if the expedite request helped to get IL. Two weeks later I was answering the IO questions. A 45mns interview. Went through every detail of my life especially all the visits to the US between my two stays here. I did not provide any financial evidence. I did not want to ask anyone for any sponsorship. The IO did not ask at all about that. He checked my two Masters, and transcript, that I was proud to show off . I think that helped. At the end of the interview, I was told about two forms that I needed to submit because of the types of visa I had before, G4. The IO mentioned that if I had an attorney he would have known that these forms were needed. I run to the library did them and brought them back. Still he needed to check things. Waiiiiiit got an RFE two weeks later asking to provide docs related to my first stay. So, here I am not sure if I should have taken those docs myself to the FO, and make sure they got them. I sent them overnight. No sign for the next two weeks. No way to book an infopass through any of the means offered. I drove to the FO, was told that I needed an infopass, explained the struggle and that I just wanted to make sure the IO got my docs. So after some back and forth I was able to get an infopass booked for the next day. That was fine for me to drive again to the FO, as long as I get the info. On the way back, God bless her the IO who helped me with the booking called me to say that there was no need to come back the next day because my case was transferred to a location that was more than four hours away. I don't know how I was able to keep driving. I asked about the reasons, and she said work load. I still went back the next day. Feedback got more confusing, as I was told once that the transfer was to a service center that I could not visit and then to a FO. Between my initial FO info and the 1800 number there was no way to figure out what to do. The worst part was that they could not tell if my RFE docs made it with the case before it got transferred. Thanks to Sm1smom, I filed an Ombudsman request. I did plead my case. Got a response in few days later that they are checking with the FO. One hour later the best sound in the world, a ding on my phone, it is a notification the my case was updated, I rush to login, and there it is "Card being produced". Tears, laughs, all of it. An hour later the Ombudsman's office replies "a decision was made on my case". So, not sure what did trigger what here. Waiiit. The card arrived on my birthday this week. This week also I got my dream job 120k. Thank God for this beautiful unfolding .
Well you got it. A screenplay, isn't it
Good luck to all of you and thank you again
The moment I have been waiting for finally came. I first want to thank Sm1smom for her help.
So yes, I finally received my card and it arrived on my birthday this week. It was just magical
I have so much to share hoping for my experience to inspire you.
My dream started a long time ago. I came to the US for a Masters, and after three years I went back home following my fiance who wanted to go back. I left behind an unfinished degree. Of course once back to my home country it did not take that long for us to break up
. Wanted to come back, but God got me a great job in an international institution. Worked there at a high level position, and after ten years I decided to leave, come back here, finish my Masters, and do a second one. I could not stand to live with that bitter taste from my unfinished degree, plus could not get over leaving the US. I came back, this time with my own means. Lost my daddy the first week of my first semester, I had to go back home, but I came back. I finished my Masters and also did a second one. I graduated with a 4.0 GPA
. On the eve of the graduation ceremony I did learn that I won DV2018. I was in heaven. What a great timing. From May 2017 my DV journey started, went through all the requirements, started getting docs gathered, translated etc., did my medical exam, and waited for number to become current. Between what was going on on the political scene, threats of cancelling DV, gov. shutdowns, the changes in handling DV process, add to that my FO no longer accepting infopasses, etc. I was going crazy. I tried to get the help of an attorney, but she was the one asking me how DV process is handled. Not sure if I used an attorney would have made things go faster, I cannot tell.
The same month I became current and eligible for early filing, I had to decide whether I take the chance and apply for AOS while I am waiting for my OPT EAD, or not to apply for OPT, or apply for AOS after I get my OPT EAD. I ended up deciding to wait until I get my OPT EAD. In addition to having a status to fall back to, I also estimated that my AOS application would go faster having had the OPT EAD in the AOS package. Waited two months and a half, then after some news again about the intent to cancel DV lottery, I did panic. I gathered all I had, and sent the AOS package without the OPT EAD. So, not sure if the wait for the OPT EAD had an impact, positive or negative. Needless to mention that I can now tell you when the mailman comes, how many they are, and where they park their car
. Got the bio letter, did a walkin. They were very welcoming. Waiiiiit. Got the OPT EAD one month after I sent the AOS package. Again not sure about how they impact each other. Waiiiiit. Tried an expedite request. It got denied. Then ten days later got the interview letter. Again not sure if the expedite request helped to get IL. Two weeks later I was answering the IO questions. A 45mns interview. Went through every detail of my life especially all the visits to the US between my two stays here. I did not provide any financial evidence. I did not want to ask anyone for any sponsorship. The IO did not ask at all about that. He checked my two Masters, and transcript, that I was proud to show off . I think that helped. At the end of the interview, I was told about two forms that I needed to submit because of the types of visa I had before, G4. The IO mentioned that if I had an attorney he would have known that these forms were needed. I run to the library did them and brought them back. Still he needed to check things. Waiiiiiit got an RFE two weeks later asking to provide docs related to my first stay. So, here I am not sure if I should have taken those docs myself to the FO, and make sure they got them. I sent them overnight. No sign for the next two weeks. No way to book an infopass through any of the means offered. I drove to the FO, was told that I needed an infopass, explained the struggle and that I just wanted to make sure the IO got my docs. So after some back and forth I was able to get an infopass booked for the next day. That was fine for me to drive again to the FO, as long as I get the info. On the way back, God bless her the IO who helped me with the booking called me to say that there was no need to come back the next day because my case was transferred to a location that was more than four hours away. I don't know how I was able to keep driving. I asked about the reasons, and she said work load. I still went back the next day. Feedback got more confusing, as I was told once that the transfer was to a service center that I could not visit and then to a FO. Between my initial FO info and the 1800 number there was no way to figure out what to do. The worst part was that they could not tell if my RFE docs made it with the case before it got transferred. Thanks to Sm1smom, I filed an Ombudsman request. I did plead my case. Got a response in few days later that they are checking with the FO. One hour later the best sound in the world, a ding on my phone, it is a notification the my case was updated, I rush to login, and there it is "Card being produced". Tears, laughs, all of it. An hour later the Ombudsman's office replies "a decision was made on my case". So, not sure what did trigger what here. Waiiit. The card arrived on my birthday this week. This week also I got my dream job 120k. Thank God for this beautiful unfolding . Well you got it. A screenplay, isn't it
Good luck to all of you and thank you again
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
Hello,
The moment I have been waiting for finally came. I first want to thank Sm1smom for her help.
So yes, I finally received my card and it arrived on my birthday this week. It was just magical
I have so much to share hoping for my experience to inspire you.
My dream started a long time ago. I came to the US for a Masters, and after three years I went back home following my fiance who wanted to go back. I left behind an unfinished degree. Of course once back to my home country it did not take that long for us to break up
I came back, this time with my own means. Lost my daddy the first week of my first semester, I had to go back home, but I came back. I finished my Masters and also did a second one. I graduated with a 4.0 GPA
From May 2017 my DV journey started, went through all the requirements, started getting docs gathered, translated etc., did my medical exam, and waited for number to become current. Between what was going on on the political scene, threats of cancelling DV, gov. shutdowns, the changes in handling DV process, add to that my FO no longer accepting infopasses, etc. I was going crazy. I tried to get the help of an attorney, but she was the one asking me how DV process is handled. Not sure if I used an attorney would have made things go faster, I cannot tell.
The same month I became current and eligible for early filing, I had to decide whether I take the chance and apply for AOS while I am waiting for my OPT EAD, or not to apply for OPT, or apply for AOS after I get my OPT EAD. I ended up deciding to wait until I get my OPT EAD. In addition to having a status to fall back to, I also estimated that my AOS application would go faster having had the OPT EAD in the AOS package. Waited two months and a half, then after some news again about the intent to cancel DV lottery, I did panic. I gathered all I had, and sent the AOS package without the OPT EAD. So, not sure if the wait for the OPT EAD had an impact, positive or negative. Needless to mention that I can now tell you when the mailman comes, how many they are, and where they park their car
Well you got it. A screenplay, isn't it
Good luck to all of you and thank you again
Congratulations and happy belated birthday.
Thank you again Sm1smom
Congrats. Can you please post your time line by date. ThanksHello,
The moment I have been waiting for finally came. I first want to thank Sm1smom for her help.
So yes, I finally received my card and it arrived on my birthday this week. It was just magical
I have so much to share hoping for my experience to inspire you.
My dream started a long time ago. I came to the US for a Masters, and after three years I went back home following my fiance who wanted to go back. I left behind an unfinished degree. Of course once back to my home country it did not take that long for us to break up
I came back, this time with my own means. Lost my daddy the first week of my first semester, I had to go back home, but I came back. I finished my Masters and also did a second one. I graduated with a 4.0 GPA
From May 2017 my DV journey started, went through all the requirements, started getting docs gathered, translated etc., did my medical exam, and waited for number to become current. Between what was going on on the political scene, threats of cancelling DV, gov. shutdowns, the changes in handling DV process, add to that my FO no longer accepting infopasses, etc. I was going crazy. I tried to get the help of an attorney, but she was the one asking me how DV process is handled. Not sure if I used an attorney would have made things go faster, I cannot tell.
The same month I became current and eligible for early filing, I had to decide whether I take the chance and apply for AOS while I am waiting for my OPT EAD, or not to apply for OPT, or apply for AOS after I get my OPT EAD. I ended up deciding to wait until I get my OPT EAD. In addition to having a status to fall back to, I also estimated that my AOS application would go faster having had the OPT EAD in the AOS package. Waited two months and a half, then after some news again about the intent to cancel DV lottery, I did panic. I gathered all I had, and sent the AOS package without the OPT EAD. So, not sure if the wait for the OPT EAD had an impact, positive or negative. Needless to mention that I can now tell you when the mailman comes, how many they are, and where they park their car
Well you got it. A screenplay, isn't it
Good luck to all of you and thank you again
Thank You Yosef
. I will complete my timeline update in the Excel sheet, as recommended by Sm1smom.Hi Mom,
I have a few questions regarding the financial support and translation.
As a F-1 student, I do not have family members or relatives who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents. So for evidence of financial support, I’m thinking of submitting bank statements.
Do you know what how much balance is enough to demonstrate that you will not become a public charge?
Also, if I submit a bank statement from my country in US dollars, would it be accepted?
And for high school diploma translation, do I have to request translation services? Or can I just ask my friend who is fluent in English and my language to do the translation and have her signed and dated statement attesting that the translation is accurate, complete and true?
Thanks.
I have a few questions regarding the financial support and translation.
As a F-1 student, I do not have family members or relatives who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents. So for evidence of financial support, I’m thinking of submitting bank statements.
Do you know what how much balance is enough to demonstrate that you will not become a public charge?
Also, if I submit a bank statement from my country in US dollars, would it be accepted?
And for high school diploma translation, do I have to request translation services? Or can I just ask my friend who is fluent in English and my language to do the translation and have her signed and dated statement attesting that the translation is accurate, complete and true?
Thanks.
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
1. A substantial amount, I can’t tell you precisely how much, preferably from a US bank. The bank statement in US dollars from your home country, is it in your name?
2. Yes your friend can translate and attach a signed certified statement.
Yes, I have a bank account in my home country but not with an US bank.
Do you think it is ok to just provide parents' bank statements in US dollars and get it notarized that my parents will support me since I'm still in school?
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
Again, a US account with substantial amount is highly recommended. A foreign US dollar account in your name may be considered. An I-130 however is preferable.
Hi everyone, I received my second IL fo 15th Aug. I am a bit worried that it could be late. I went an infopass and the officer told me that this time is the earliest time they could give me. I am not sure if what happened last year for finishing green cards in September can happen this year again.
Also I had to change my trip plan only because they sent me the first letter for 18th June. I asked them if I my background check is completed or not, and officer told me she is positive because I have my IL. She did not even check her computer. She was pretty sure though. It was unfortunate that my check name was done only a few days after my first interview cancelation.
Also I had to change my trip plan only because they sent me the first letter for 18th June. I asked them if I my background check is completed or not, and officer told me she is positive because I have my IL. She did not even check her computer. She was pretty sure though. It was unfortunate that my check name was done only a few days after my first interview cancelation.
I have been following your posts. I am sure, you will have enough time. Best of luck.
Be positive. Hi mom,
We have received approval notices today via USPS but didn't receive any CPO/emails/texts. Seems like notice printed on 28th June, but there is no change on our online status as well. It says ' Finger print review is completed' still. I understand our petition is approved, but does that mean our VISA are requested and received?
Thank you.
We have received approval notices today via USPS but didn't receive any CPO/emails/texts. Seems like notice printed on 28th June, but there is no change on our online status as well. It says ' Finger print review is completed' still. I understand our petition is approved, but does that mean our VISA are requested and received?
Thank you.
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
Did you create an online account and activate text and/or email notification option?
Anyway, no worries about the online status not changing. Some IOs sometimes get lazy with updating the final stage.
An approval notice wouldn’t have been sent if they’re yet to request for your VISA or still waiting to receive them
. Stop over analyzing, look forward to receiving the actual GC in the mail in the next couple of days.Did you create an online account and activate text and/or email notification option?
Anyway, no worries about the online status not changing. Some IOs sometimes get lazy with updating the final stage.
An approval notice wouldn’t have been sent if they’re yet to request for your VISA or still waiting to receive them
Thank you very much mom. That's a great news.
Yes I created an account and enabled email/mobile option. May be I didn't do it correctly. Not gonna worry about it now. Thank you again.I just call the 1-800 number of USCIS today to check if they have any good news for me, but the guy replied me that the case is still pending.
I requested him to dig more information about either our Background/Name check has been completed or not but he repeated the same answer, "your case is still pending, you will be notified after the things have done."
I told him once more since the DV adjustment cases have time sensitive so that why I just hope if you can further look my case what exactly going on, he replied the same.
I have dreamed the void dreams since last year almost 13 months before, this process is too much frustrating.
Every day and almost after a couple of hours this forum is the only which consolidates my feelings. I know I should have patience but in this situation keeping patience is very difficult.
Thanks, MOM and you all wonderful folks which provide the great reliefs like me and may other hundreds of friends who are on the same foot as mine.
By the way, I have a infopass for tomorrow in USCIS field office at Baltimore, I will update if I heard any new updates.
Have a great time!!!
I requested him to dig more information about either our Background/Name check has been completed or not but he repeated the same answer, "your case is still pending, you will be notified after the things have done."
I told him once more since the DV adjustment cases have time sensitive so that why I just hope if you can further look my case what exactly going on, he replied the same.
I have dreamed the void dreams since last year almost 13 months before, this process is too much frustrating.
Every day and almost after a couple of hours this forum is the only which consolidates my feelings. I know I should have patience but in this situation keeping patience is very difficult.
Thanks, MOM and you all wonderful folks which provide the great reliefs like me and may other hundreds of friends who are on the same foot as mine.
By the way, I have a infopass for tomorrow in USCIS field office at Baltimore, I will update if I heard any new updates.
Have a great time!!!
Thank youI have been following your posts. I am sure, you will have enough time. Best of luck.
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
Yeah, sad stories from DV2017. I don’t know if DV2018 will end on a similar note.