Sm1smom
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I’ll say don’t sweat it. They will figure it out, you don’t need to do anything.
DV 2021 AOS Only
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coffeemonster
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Yes it's very likely you'll have the same issue with any credit card. It's not just the card, it's the issuing bank. I've had lots of those kinds of problems with my US Bank issued visa, but none with my Chase issued visa in the same kinds of situations. You just never know. Telling them in advance is *not* a reliable approach. Send a check!
The instructions tell you what to write and some other important details (US Department of Homeland Security).
Hi,
I have a rather different question, I would be really happy if I can get your opinion on that. I, unfortunately, have a J-1 "2 Year Home Residency Requirement". After my J-1 visit, I have stayed in my home country for around 1.5 years before coming to the US with an F-1 visa. During my stay here, I have visited my home country multiple times, and the total time I spent in my home country exceeds 2 years. However, these are rather short trips: ranging from a couple of days to 40 days, close to 10 visits in total. In this case, did I fulfill the requirement or will I need a waiver before applying for the green card?
Thank you.
I have a rather different question, I would be really happy if I can get your opinion on that. I, unfortunately, have a J-1 "2 Year Home Residency Requirement". After my J-1 visit, I have stayed in my home country for around 1.5 years before coming to the US with an F-1 visa. During my stay here, I have visited my home country multiple times, and the total time I spent in my home country exceeds 2 years. However, these are rather short trips: ranging from a couple of days to 40 days, close to 10 visits in total. In this case, did I fulfill the requirement or will I need a waiver before applying for the green card?
Thank you.
It just blew my mind, AMEX assured me it was going to be okay if I pay with the card because my credit limit is above the amount I have to pay, but obviously now I am not risking it.
Is it okay if I send two money orders? The personal checks would take 7 to 10 days to be delivered if I order them today.
it's not about credit limit at all!
My AMEX has like 24K limit (less than 10% used by now!)
raphael1899
Well-Known Member
You can send money orders or a cashier's check.
Thank you! I have ordered the checks just in case, if they don't get here in time I will simply do a money order separated in two.
Stupid AMEX man... like this is not stressful enough
raphael1899
Well-Known Member
If you don't get the checks in time, you can get a cashier's check at the bank in 5 minutes.
Better cashier's check than money order? This whole AMEX thing has threw me off, legit thought it was the safest choice
raphael1899
Well-Known Member
I think it's the same, but with a cashier's check you don't have to split the amount and you can send just one.
Hi All,
I would never able to thanks enough to everyone contributed in this forum.
About me;
CN 2021AS17xxx
Country: Singapore
Current status : E2 (10 years of continues/multiple renewal, expires 09/30/2021)
Business/resides: San Jose, California
Party of 3, all resides in USA with E2 status, wife (DV winner), myself (E2 principal) and 15 year-old son
)
Long story short, decided not to renew E2; already secured an employment offer to sponsor H1B1; now temporary shelved H1B1 application while pursuing DV --> AOS
self assessment:
Risk 1: E2 out of status at the same time (if) AOS denial.
Risk 2: no guarantee H1B1 will get approved.
Risk 3: E2 renewal are potentially denial as business were badly affected due to pandemic.
Risk 4: < 4 months time for AOS, (its short time frame and worrisome)
AOS filing status:
4/26 submitted DS 260, picked AOS over CP
5/5 Priority mail delivered to DOS with DV fees money order, waiting for 2nd notice and fee receipts
next...
5/12 I-693 should be ready by
5/25 or sooner, aim to send in AOS package (VISA bulletin says June is current)
Questions:
1) What is the odds to get approval on E2 I-94 extension ? expires in a few months time 09/30/2021 which i doubted...
2) Am I eligible to file I-485 along with EAD named the new employer? the H1B1 employer as mentioned above. Bear in mind I am self employed with my current E2.
3) Are there any potential complications with H1B1 application if EAD denial with the same employer?
4) Contemplating to send in AOS package without DOS DV fees receipts, to save a few weeks time, recommendations please.
Thank You again!
T
I would never able to thanks enough to everyone contributed in this forum.
About me;
CN 2021AS17xxx
Country: Singapore
Current status : E2 (10 years of continues/multiple renewal, expires 09/30/2021)
Business/resides: San Jose, California
Party of 3, all resides in USA with E2 status, wife (DV winner), myself (E2 principal) and 15 year-old son
)Long story short, decided not to renew E2; already secured an employment offer to sponsor H1B1; now temporary shelved H1B1 application while pursuing DV --> AOS
self assessment:
Risk 1: E2 out of status at the same time (if) AOS denial.
Risk 2: no guarantee H1B1 will get approved.
Risk 3: E2 renewal are potentially denial as business were badly affected due to pandemic.
Risk 4: < 4 months time for AOS, (its short time frame and worrisome)
AOS filing status:
4/26 submitted DS 260, picked AOS over CP
5/5 Priority mail delivered to DOS with DV fees money order, waiting for 2nd notice and fee receipts
next...
5/12 I-693 should be ready by
5/25 or sooner, aim to send in AOS package (VISA bulletin says June is current)
Questions:
1) What is the odds to get approval on E2 I-94 extension ? expires in a few months time 09/30/2021 which i doubted...
2) Am I eligible to file I-485 along with EAD named the new employer? the H1B1 employer as mentioned above. Bear in mind I am self employed with my current E2.
3) Are there any potential complications with H1B1 application if EAD denial with the same employer?
4) Contemplating to send in AOS package without DOS DV fees receipts, to save a few weeks time, recommendations please.
Thank You again!
T
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Yes, also my friend sent 5-6 days before me and He got received
Also He got biometric schedule
Yes, I went to the post office and fill in the money order inquiry. I am not sure how they suppose to refund the money, most likely they will mail a new money order, so you can cash it. I also started a Missing Mail Search Inquiry online on USPS website. Haven't received any information yet. I think it takes a while.
Btw, my second attempt was successful and the package was delivered.
@Blade_ I haven't seen, but I think as my case becomes current in June, so do an early filling and also sending without the receipt, would be too much. So, I will wait until June. I also went through a timeline of 2020. It seems that sending the package in June is ok, you have enough time for AOS. Of course, if USPS doesn't lose your package
Hi All,
I would never able to thanks enough to everyone contributed in this forum.
About me;
CN 2021AS17xxx
Country: Singapore
Current status : E2 (10 years of continues/multiple renewal, expires 09/30/2021)
Business/resides: San Jose, California
Party of 3, all resides in USA with E2 status, wife (DV winner), myself (E2 principal) and 15 year-old son
Long story short, decided not to renew E2; already secured an employment offer to sponsor H1B1; now temporary shelved H1B1 application while pursuing DV --> AOS
self assessment:
Risk 1: E2 out of status at the same time (if) AOS denial.
Risk 2: no guarantee H1B1 will get approved.
Risk 3: E2 renewal are potentially denial as business were badly affected due to pandemic.
Risk 4: < 4 months time for AOS, (its short time frame and worrisome)
AOS filing status:
4/26 submitted DS 260, picked AOS over CP
5/5 Priority mail delivered to DOS with DV fees money order, waiting for 2nd notice and fee receipts
next...
5/12 I-693 should be ready by
5/25 or sooner, aim to send in AOS package (VISA bulletin says June is current)
Questions:
1) What is the odds to get approval on E2 I-94 extension ? expires in a few months time 09/30/2021 which i doubted...
2) Am I eligible to file I-485 along with EAD named the new employer? the H1B1 employer as mentioned above. Bear in mind I am self employed with my current E2.
3) Are there any potential complications with H1B1 application if EAD denial with the same employer?
4) Contemplating to send in AOS package without DOS DV fees receipts, to save a few weeks time, recommendations please.
Thank You again!
T
1) I dont think anyone here predict odds. But looks like E2 extension takes 2-4 weeks (based on googling?) and you are eligible to file premium processing which guarantees 15 calendar days (source: here)
2) AOS-based EAD can be filed without employer or tied to specific employer, but as mentioned in previous posts the AOS-based EAD takes so long (last data point was like 5.5 months) you might already get I-485 approved before your EAD application.
3) I do not have the knowledge to answer
4) Read the spreadsheet again --> FAQs, #21 and #22. It's your call
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
While I understand the 2-year HRR does not need to be completed at once, I doubt "visiting" multiple times for a couple of days to 40 days meets the requirement. Of course I could be wrong.
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
Apart from your friend, are there others listed on the spreadsheet who filed the same period as you? Precisely when did you send in your AOS package (actual date if possible)?
This might be a silly question... but are you sure your package was delivered to the right place? Do you have a tracking number and it had someone's signature for receiving it? I googled the name who signed my package and confirmed the person worked at the Chicago lockbox (when I was anxiously waiting for my receipt).
>50 days seems to be a long time and it's even more bizarre that someone attempted to cash the check but failed.
