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Actually, my wife entered all forms, but she asked me a of questions and I answered.
We prepared the document together to put them in the envelope and add tags for better filing.
I don't think I am preparer of the forms for my wife, but I would like to hear other people's opinion.
 
Hi everybody,
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Quick update on the news about the hold on AOS green Card applications, that came on Friday (https://www.rollcall.com/2020/06/12/administration-puts-hold-on-green-card-requests-from-us/). It seems that DV Lottery cases are not affected, which is good news for us - less work for FOs.

Feel free to see video below (it is just 11 min):
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Fingers crossed, and good luck everyone!!!

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txoutback said:
Mom. thanks for your question.
Here is the answers to your question.
(1) Yes, both of us signed in black ball point pen. Date was not hand written, because I chose date by form.
Part of her signature was outside of box. It is little bit
(2) I included credit card form for me and my wife. $1225 each.
I did sign to use my credit card for me and wife's.
(3) Primary(me), I-485, I-131 and I-949. Wife, I-485, I-131, I-765 and I-949. Signed all forms.
I didn't submit I-765, because I have E2 visa working for current employer.
(4) edition of the I-485 is 10/15/19, Expires on 10/31/2020

My questions
C1; I disabled JAVA to put a lot N/A even for almost all sections. it may change the barcode of the form?
C2: I put N/A for translator and preparer. Not put N/A for translator and preparer. If you see the form, some people may think no signature for preparer and interpreter.
C3; I wonder if I should include my name as preparer, since I helped my wife to prepare the package.
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Looks like yours is another one of those unfortunate mistaken denial, if you’re certain all the forms were signed accordingly, you can simply resend the same package with a note stating you used the current forms and the forms are all signed as required.

As to your questions:
1. Disabling JAVA is not the issue.
2. My recommendation is to leave both sections blank, that may be why they assumed you forgot to sign the form.
3. Preparer section is typically meant for organizations who assisted with filing the form, not in a spousal case as yours.
 
Thanks Mom, I didn't know you have seen this kind of mistaken rejection
When I contacted USCIS, agent filed the case to escalate to higher level review.
However, I am preparing another I-485 after removing Preparer and interpreter blank.
I will talk to them tomorrow how to file again.

I would like to share what the return package is from USCIS.

They used very thin USPS standard envelop to include a lot of papers. Sent by 2 large envelop.
I sent the package with FEDEX large box and used a lot of paper clips and binders, but they were all removed.
Nice index tabs are also all gone.
All the pages were scanned and some characters shown at the bottom.
Every 20-25 pages, the papers were stapled together. maybe by automated machine, probably 1 inch from top center location.
Cover letter was also included.
I-693 envelop was also opened and stapled together.
 
Sero1033 said:
Hi everybody,

Quick update on the news about the hold on AOS green Card applications, that came on Friday (o[/MEDIA]

Fingers crossed, and good luck everyone!!!
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That “news” wasn’t real news and what exactly is this strange website you’re linking?
 
SusieQQQ said:
That “news” wasn’t real news and what exactly is this strange website you’re linking?
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Rollcall is pretty legit website, I googled it, so, if you say that "news" were not real news, your call. I'm just trying to read as much as possible, all the insights I can find online, to be prepared in advance. I know I am too stressed, and need to calm down but it is impossible in such quick changing environment. Anyway, I shared as I thought it could be useful for somebody, if it is not for you, just ignore...

All the best
 
Sero1033 said:
Rollcall is pretty legit website, I googled it, so, if you say that "news" were not real news, your call. I'm just trying to read as much as possible, all the insights I can find online, to be prepared in advance. I know I am too stressed, and need to calm down but it is impossible in such quick changing environment. Anyway, I shared as I thought it could be useful for somebody, if it is not for you, just ignore...

All the best
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The rollcall article just regurgitates the buzzfeed one including the facts that they point out it was pandemic slowdown that was the actual cause (not some change in trump policy) and an Incorrect internal memo in uscis since taken down. So yes, no “news”.
The strange website I was asking about was the H1B.biz one of the video you posted. You may not have realized by now that this website doesn‘t take kindly to linking to websites by commercial enterprises, hard to judge how legit or valid they are, and some of them compete with the owner of this forum. Respect your host please.
 
@Sm1smom

I have a question. Why shouldn't DV AOS cases receive update on their status online? It just sounds strange to me. I guess for case status IO just have to scan the barcode in letters they are going to send or receive and then update appears online. Why shouldn't they treat DV lottery cases differently?
 
2020AS00011xxx said:
@Sm1smom

I have a question. Why shouldn't DV AOS cases receive update on their status online? It just sounds strange to me. I guess for case status IO just have to scan the barcode in letters they are going to send or receive and then update appears online. Why shouldn't they treat DV lottery cases differently?
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They don’t receive updates because they don’t get updated, nothing strange about it. The AOS process spreadsheet already called this out - there’s usually no additional update until the case is either approved or denied.
 
txoutback said:
My package was delivered on 6/2. I found other applicants on this forum received the text message for acceptance, but I didn’t. I called USCIS this morning and the agent told me the receipt number and found the rejection notice on the website. The notice was 6/8 by the way.
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Could you tell the phone number to which you called USCIS to find out about status of case?
USCIS received my case on May 30, and so far the check has not passed payment and no news from them, so I want to call them and find out.
 
FDV said:
Could you tell the phone number to which you called USCIS to find out about status of case?
USCIS received my case on May 30, and so far the check has not passed payment and no news from them, so I want to call them and find out.
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1 (800) 375-5283 is phone number.
Select the option to check status and “don’t know the case number”. Wait for the agent. When you explain the situation, they may find the case number information.
 
Sm1smom said:
Like I already noted the AOS process spreadsheet would have listed the fee if it is required. Your calculation is wrong. Which option did you select as the EAD category for your above calculation?
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Sorry, I got the wrong options that is why I was seeing fee.

Thanks for explaining.
 
Sm1smom said:
They don’t receive updates because they don’t get updated, nothing strange about it. The AOS process spreadsheet already called this out - there’s usually no additional update until the case is either approved or denied.
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This arises another question. How do we know if USCIS has sent us a letter if it is being lost on its way to our mailbox?
 
I spoke to USCIS higher level support today to review my rejected form and sigh.
Bottom line is that they have no ability to review the scanned images even at higher level.
They gave me lockboxsupport email for More detailed investigation, but the response may be in few weeks. They suggested as follows;
1) Forms are good. I-765’s expiraration date on 5/31 is also good to use.
2) USCIS said don’t need to put N/A for preparer and interpreter, because it may cause mis understanding for reviewer, when they see the blank for signature sections for preparer and interpreter.
(This is in-line with Mom’s suggestion.)
3) I asked how to use the opened I-693 medical form by USCIS in the returned package after scan. She said it would be safer to ask doctor to reseal the envelop in case. I went there today already.
4) If the documents are all good including forms and signature, I can put all the documents in the envelop and replace old forms with new forms.
 
Hi,
My case goes current for august.
1) Is it too early to submit AOS package within a week?
2) I am f1 student and last year I was on opt from aug 2018 to aug 2019 so I filled 1040 tax return form for 2018 and 1040-NR form for 2019. so I did mistake on my first tax return because I filled for resident form.Is there any way I can change my error for 2018 tax return? Do I have to submit both year w2 and tax return transcript?
 
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