Same happened to me. They couldn't verify my phone number, so I chose to have them send activation code by mail. It took a couple of weeks. I was out of US when it arrived, so I don't know exactly how long it took. But once I got the code and typed in, it worked. Just wanted to share.
DV 2020 AOS Only
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Hi
I am currently in F1 opt, and its going to be expire on June. I had send my AOS package at the end of February. IT's been 28 day that my current status show as "Case was updated to show fingerprints were taken". In the receipt letter, they mentioned that they have applied the old fingerprints applied to the case. Is this the most generic message which is send to all the case ? Will this delay my case ? If I go back to school and re-issue the new I-20, will that impact my I-485 application ?
You advice is greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Sam
I am currently in F1 opt, and its going to be expire on June. I had send my AOS package at the end of February. IT's been 28 day that my current status show as "Case was updated to show fingerprints were taken". In the receipt letter, they mentioned that they have applied the old fingerprints applied to the case. Is this the most generic message which is send to all the case ? Will this delay my case ? If I go back to school and re-issue the new I-20, will that impact my I-485 application ?
You advice is greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Sam
Hello all!
On I-485:
1. Can the tax script from TurboTax? which we always use.
2. My wife is the primary applicant, she doesn't work, stay at home mom. So I guess we will just use my w2 and paystub on the primary?
3. My kids were born here, and they don't need I-485 and just mentioned on the form right?
Thank you
On I-485:
1. Can the tax script from TurboTax? which we always use.
2. My wife is the primary applicant, she doesn't work, stay at home mom. So I guess we will just use my w2 and paystub on the primary?
3. My kids were born here, and they don't need I-485 and just mentioned on the form right?
Thank you
ElenaStNew
Member
thanks for sharing. my problem is that now this option does not work (because of the coronovirus they no longer send any mail)
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
Applying for a new I-20 will not delay your pending I-485 petition. I however don’t know if you’ll be able to get a new I+20 at this point. If the concern is with OPT ending and going out of status while I-485 is pending, you’ll roll into adjustment pending status which does not allow you to accrue an unlawful presence until the I-485 gets adjudicated.
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
1. You can’t get the tax transcripts from Turbo tax, tax transcript is issued by the IRS.
2. Yes.
3. Yes.
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
Correct.
Is it necessary to have IRS Tax transcript or is there some other document that can replace it?
I tried registering on IRS site but it wouldn't get me go through.
Also, I have filed last years taxes as non resident since this was my first year on F1 visa, is the documentation the same as it is for the residents?
I tried registering on IRS site but it wouldn't get me go through.
Also, I have filed last years taxes as non resident since this was my first year on F1 visa, is the documentation the same as it is for the residents?
I also had some trouble with their site, on the last page where you put the password and phrase page, which was keep giving error while everything was as required. I kept changing my phrase and new password several times and it went through. You should keep trying....
I have an issue on the step where I'm supposed to insert my CC number (last 8 digits). I have gotten my first cc only a couple of weeks ago so I guess it's not in the system yet :/
reachingthesummit
Member
I have a similar issue with IRS tax transcripts. I cannot register on the website (don't have enough info), and can't request the transcripts by mail since this service has been suspended until further notice.
Are there any alternatives to official IRS tax transcripts? What would you recommend, Mom?
Are there any alternatives to official IRS tax transcripts? What would you recommend, Mom?
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
1. Yes it is. If you read the I-944 form instructions, you’ll see the requirement.
2. AOS documentation is the same regardless of your tax filing status
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
3 options, pick the one you’re most comfortable with:
1. Send in AOS package with a note explaining your difficulties with obtaining the IRX tax transcripts. The note should also indicate you plan on bringing the transcripts to your interview.
2. Send in AOS package with copies of your tax return filing (lots of pages for most people), include a note explaining your difficulties with obtaining the IRX tax transcripts. The note should also indicate you plan on bringing the transcripts to your interview.
3. Wait until the IRS is able to send tax transcripts by mail before sending in AOS package.
Hi Sm1smom,
Several more question related to i-485:
1. Q1,Part 8 - "Have you EVER been a member of, involved in, or in any way associates with any organization, association, fund, foundation, party, club, or similar group in the US or any other location in the world including any military service?"
2. Q49, Part 8 (Security and Related section) - "Have you EVER received any type of military, paramilitary or weapon Training?"
I have received 3 months of training during my Undergrad which is a part of the obligatory military service in my country and got Military Record (in my country you either doing full 12 months military service or get to the university and doing 3 months of training). So, in this case shall I answer yes to both questions, even though I wasn't part of a group or organization?
3. Part 13 (Signature at Interview) - I don't understand how to fill 4 boxes that requires numbers from ... to ... (please see the picture). Or shall I leave it for the interview?
Thank you in advance! I appreciate your time and help!
Several more question related to i-485:
1. Q1,Part 8 - "Have you EVER been a member of, involved in, or in any way associates with any organization, association, fund, foundation, party, club, or similar group in the US or any other location in the world including any military service?"
2. Q49, Part 8 (Security and Related section) - "Have you EVER received any type of military, paramilitary or weapon Training?"
I have received 3 months of training during my Undergrad which is a part of the obligatory military service in my country and got Military Record (in my country you either doing full 12 months military service or get to the university and doing 3 months of training). So, in this case shall I answer yes to both questions, even though I wasn't part of a group or organization?
3. Part 13 (Signature at Interview) - I don't understand how to fill 4 boxes that requires numbers from ... to ... (please see the picture). Or shall I leave it for the interview?
Thank you in advance! I appreciate your time and help!
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Sm1smom
Super Moderator
1. This is not limited to a military organization only. Are you saying you’ve never joined or been a member of any group? Clubs? Organizations? Associations? While in high school or college? Professional group?
2. You received military training for 3 months. You have obligatory military service in your home country. What do you think the right answer should be?
3. “Signature at Interview” - what do you understand this to mean?
You honestly need to stop second guessing each question you come across and simply answer them. The answers to these questions are staring you right in the face.
Thank you for all your quick replies @Sm1smom we all appreciate you! When USCIS talks about the form I-693 (medical form) having to be dated no earlier than 60 days before filing the underlying application. Does filing mean the day I send in the packet or the day they open it? Thank you in advance!
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
The day USCIS officially accepts the filed petition - the day they issue the NOA indicating filed petition is accepted.
Thank you for the quick response. I need some advice on sending the form. The date on the form I-693 is March 16th 2020, and I am planning to overnight my AOS package next Monday or Tuesday (so it would get to Chicago May 13th at the latest). Do you think I should redo the medical visit so it would have a more recent date? Or I should be fine with the one I currently have?
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
What you currently have will be two months old on May16th. That is cutting it way too close. No guarantee USCIS would have formally accepted your AOS package by May 16th (which is a Saturday by the way) if it is getting delivered 12th/13th.