DV 2021 AOS Only
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raphael1899
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I think people are getting worried for no reason. Mom and Susie have answered questions about the blank space issue countless times now and people keep asking the same question or citing other sources that they have found online. Form I485 already comes with instructions that everyone can and should follow. If someone has a doubt, they can ask their question on this forum, but if they question the answer that they get then I'm not sure anyone can help them.
I am on J2 visa since 10 years ago, it is written by mistake on my first visa , subject to 2 years requirement, even my wife who is J1 does not have the 2 years requirement in her visa, she did an advisory under her name and it is clearly stated her program is not subject to the 2 year requirement. Now my question , should I apply for advisory under my name for the same program or hers is enough , knowing that I am the main applicant of AOS
SusieQQQ
Well-Known Member
I wouldn’t take chances, especially with a time limit for getting a green card. Rather than safe than sorry - if I were you I’d get one in your name.
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
I recommend you get one under your name as well.
Hi,
I have some questions regarding form I-485.
I’ve read Mom’s post about how to enter numbers or characters in sections where it doesn’t let you (it happened to me in the I-94 questions, I wanted to write “D/S” but it didn’t let me)
Before reading the post, I left it blank and after printing it, I just typed “D/S” with ink. And I also written some N/As I forgot to type. Is using a mixture of both ink and type okay as soon as my hand-writing is easily readable?
Also, for the no blank policy, I was wondering if I still have to put N/A to a follow up question even if I already said No to the previous question? (for example, questions about spouse or children, which I don’t have)
Sorry if it was mentioned before, thank you so much in advance!
I have some questions regarding form I-485.
I’ve read Mom’s post about how to enter numbers or characters in sections where it doesn’t let you (it happened to me in the I-94 questions, I wanted to write “D/S” but it didn’t let me)
Before reading the post, I left it blank and after printing it, I just typed “D/S” with ink. And I also written some N/As I forgot to type. Is using a mixture of both ink and type okay as soon as my hand-writing is easily readable?
Also, for the no blank policy, I was wondering if I still have to put N/A to a follow up question even if I already said No to the previous question? (for example, questions about spouse or children, which I don’t have)
Sorry if it was mentioned before, thank you so much in advance!
ishmog
Well-Known Member
"I think people are getting worried for no reason."
I get it that I'm overthinking this "No Blank Space Policy". But, in my opinion, USCIS has not provided a lot of clarity on what to leave blank and what not. I hate to be a pain about this especially when this forum has been such a huge help to me and others.
I mean, let's face it, the policy has done more harm than good since it was implemented although I do believe that writing N/A helps FOs to be certain that an applicant has not intentionally omitted a question on the form. But the lack of detailed guidance on USCIS's part and the number of application that got rejected because of this policy is cause enough to be worried.
I was reading a report by the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and this is what they claimed.
(Note that this is NOT related to form i-485):
[Source: aila.org/File/DownloadEmbeddedFile/86619]
Granted that it's not form I-485, but it's still concerning. Here is another example:
[ Source: Here ]
The best I can do is follow the advice and guidance in this forum and use my logic and discretion to determine where to put N/A or NONE and hoping for the best. It just sucks that there is no certainty to it.
ishmog
Well-Known Member
You need to disable JavaScript on Adobe Acrobat to be able to write slash and other restricted characters. Click on tools > Preferences. I recommend to do the modification and print the document again.
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
1. It shouldn’t be an issue. However if the form will end up a mixture of hand-written and typed responses over several pages (as in all over the place) and if this was my case, I will simply download a blank form and hand fill it entirely.
2. Re your “blank policy” question, I’m sorry I have no response to it. I’m done responding to those on this thread. The doggedness being displayed around it is becoming ridiculous IMO.
Thanks for the response, I’ll go into hand filling it then!
It’s fair! I was confused entirely, and I’m missing the period of time I wasn’t aware of this much detailed information
Thanks for your time and patience, it is always appreciated!
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
If hand filling, be sure to use black pen only and PRINT your answers (no cursive writing).Thanks for the response, I’ll go into hand filling it then!
It’s fair! I was confused entirely, and I’m missing the period of time I wasn’t aware of this much detailed information
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
It is preferable for each application to be accompanied by a separate check.
Thank you @Sm1smom, as always. Good to know this.
I was going to ask for one check for both of us. I will ask for two checks, then.
joanne_angelia
New Member
Hello Mom,
Quick question on, Part 8., Item Number 61 on form I-485. Is the stimulus check considered receiving public assistance?
Thanks!
Quick question on, Part 8., Item Number 61 on form I-485. Is the stimulus check considered receiving public assistance?
Thanks!
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
No it is not. However, considering you’re on F1, be sure that is money you’re eligible to receive. Take a look at the FAQ tab of the AOS process spreadsheet for more on the Economic Impact Payment aka Stimulus check.
raphael1899
Well-Known Member
1. You just proved my point by citing all of these sources that don't even come from USCIS.
2. You took one sentence from my post and used it completely out of context. But whatever. I don't want to start an argument on this forum and clog it with posts that have nothing to do with what people come here for.
ishmog
Well-Known Member
1. Yes, I did just prove your point by citing external sources not from USCIS. But that does not mean that it's untrue. That's why I also provided the link to these sources so that anyone is free to discredit them. I also cited the official i-485 instruction pdf from USCIS website before adding the other sources.
2. Yes, I took one of your sentence but it was not out of context. You did say that there was NO reason to worry while there are plenty of reasons. Also, you got a lawyer for help while I'm doing this on my own and learning from scratch as I go. I'm not an expert and I need to take every help and advice into consideration.
I'm pretty sure some users were unaware of the "No Blank Policy" until I posted about this yesterday while filling the form. So it does help others in some way.
But I'm gonna stop now since I admit that it can become annoying asking too many questions on a single topic. I apologize for that especially to mom. It's hard when you are writing to ask for help because of the lack of verbal cues. I don't want to start an argument either as it does not help anyone including me and you. I just had to clarify my reply to your post. Peace out bro!
coffeemonster
Well-Known Member
For Part 1 item 20 (Place of Last Arrival into the United States) - should it be the place I physically landed in the US, or the place where I went through customs? We have US customs preclearence at the airports in my country, so that is where I got my passport stamped, before I got on the plane.
Perhaps check where your i-94 Travel History said you've arrived?