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DV 2021 AOS Only

Milz said:
That’s my point!
Was there actually a form or just an online request (that IO was aware of) + that piece of paper?!
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The piece of paper was included when I first sent the file. I don't know what you mean by an online request. There was no other form in addition to the piece of paper that I am aware of.
 
Sm1smom said:
So she more or less included an equivalent of a cover letter printed on a colored piece of paper in which she noted the filing is DV based. The note most likely didn’t make its way to the IO, just like cover letters typically don’t. It’s not like she formally submitted an expedite request per USCIS guideline. The Chicago Lockbox already has a process in place for identifying DV based cases before forwarding them to the NBC per this 2012 USCIS Florida Bar Q&A Session:
“DV cases are initially identified by the Lockbox. When the Lockbox identifies DV cases, a coversheet is placed on the file indicating to NBC that the application is a DV case. As these cases are received at NBC, they are sorted and shipped immediately to the Field Office with jurisdiction. Interviews for these cases are manually scheduled by the Field Office with jurisdiction as soon as possible.
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Mom, a friend of mine who received NoA 4 weeks after me got her interview letter from the same Field Office while I have nothing neither biometric or interview notice. Is there any possible explanation other than "every case is unique"? Thank you.
 
Hello Everyone,
I renewed my passport after registering for DV Lottery and I entered the US with my new passport. Should I include a copy of my old passport and an explanation letter (reason for renewal) into my AOS package?thanks
 
onero said:
Mom, a friend of mine who received NoA 4 weeks after me got her interview letter from the same Field Office while I have nothing neither biometric or interview notice. Is there any possible explanation other than "every case is unique"? Thank you.
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“Every case is unique” :)
 
Yeah, that's definitely not what mine says. It just says your application has been approved and then there's just a computer-generated message about contacting the USCIS if you do not receive your green card in 90 days.
 
Coffee&Books said:
Actually, the agent that was interviewing me had my file and I saw a pink piece of paper (just couldn't see what it said), so I think it made it there. Plus he said he was aware that we included an expedite request.
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But your “expedite request” just asked for it to be adjudicated by 30 September so I’m personally of the view it had nothing to do with the timing of your interview, and what you ended up with was a pretty normal timeline for your FO. Of course to test this we would love to know if there was anyone else at your FO who submitted around the same time as you and if they have interviewed or are still waiting. Again, an expedite request in uscis terms is an urgent reason for adjudicating as soon as possible, not a reminder that something needs to be done within the next 3-something months.
 
Hi, I sent my AOS package on 06/21. The package got delivered on 06/23, but the money order has not been cashed yet. When I checked the visa status (using my DV case number), it says my application is at NVC. Does this mean the USCIS already approved my case, but they are yet to cash out the money order or send the receipt number to me? The DOS website says "After USCIS approves your petition, they will transfer your case to the Department of State's National Visa Center (NVC) for pre-processing. "
 
2fingerscrossed said:
Hi, I sent my AOS package on 06/21. The package got delivered on 06/23, but the money order has not been cashed yet. When I checked the visa status (using my DV case number), it says my application is at NVC. Does this mean the USCIS already approved my case, but they are yet to cash out the money order or send the receipt number to me? The DOS website says "After USCIS approves your petition, they will transfer your case to the Department of State's National Visa Center (NVC) for pre-processing. "
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Just relax, take your time and go through the AOS spreadsheet. Look for AOS process tab and you’ll figure out what’ll be the next steps after you send your package.
 
Majd said:
Hello Everyone,
I renewed my passport after registering for DV Lottery and I entered the US with my new passport. Should I include a copy of my old passport and an explanation letter (reason for renewal) into my AOS package?thanks
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Not necessary.
 
manish100 said:
Ready to submit my AOS package tomorrow:

Forms:
1. Form I-485
2. Form I-693 (Medical examination in a sealed envelope)
3. Copy of Receipt od DV Administrative fee payment ($330)

AOS Fee Payments:
1. money order of $1000 and $225

Identification documents:
1. copy of the foreign birth certificate
2. 2 recent passport size photos

Education details:
1.Copy of master, bachelor, and +2 degree

Employment details:
1.Copy of employment verification letter (current employer)
2. Copy of SSN Card

Proof of valid status in the US:
1. passport from and back page
2. passport copy with US visa
3. latest I-94
4. copy of previous OPT EAD card
5. copy of all I-20s

Financial details:
1. copy of IRS transcript 2020, 2019, and 2018
2. copy of w2 of 2020, 2019 and 2018
3. copy of bank statements (last 3 months)

Please let me know if I have missed anything. What you suggest as document order for assembling the file ? Thank you everyone
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“Copy of foreign birth certificate” - as in your b/c is not in English?
 
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