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yumyumjj said:
Hi, I would like to give an update.
I refiled AOS package on 6/14 and NOA was received on 7/6. So far, I haven't got Bio and IL. On 7/15, USCIS officer called my spouse (principal applicant) saying that we can have interview together on 7/22, so I will fly from CA to MI for an interview. I thought I was supposed to have interview in CA, so what they said surprises me.
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Sm1smom said:
That is rather strange - if you listed a CA address, your I-485 file gets sent to the FO with jurisdiction over that address, I don’t see how the IO in MI can adjudicate your case unless of course he’s sending for the case file. Anyway, do keep us posted after attending the interview with your spouse in MI.
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My spouse and I have completed the interview and bio today (7/22) in FO at Detroit, MI.
During interview, IO had my I485 copy on hand and mentioned that my file is still at CA although she has requested file transit. She will adjudicate my case after my file arrives MI. After interview, we did the bio. Although my spouse's bio was originally scheduled on 7/26, our bio was then scheduled on the same day as interview (7/22). Thus, they printed out the updated bio notice on site for us. I am glad to finish the bio and interview on the short notice. Now, just need the patience to wait for the result.
 
dapapa said:
Hey! We finally got our bio letters so @SusieQQQ you were completely right :) As I see we need to fill out the second page of bio letters. Since my husband swapped first and last names in i-485 I'm wondering whether writing them down in a correct way in the bio letter could cause any prob since it will differ from I -485. But We will tell the technician about swapped names anyways so that they could make a note for the background check.
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Curious to hear this too to see if i need to write the name correctly on the paper or continued to do the swapped name. I’m in the same situation.
 
dapapa said:
Hey! We finally got our bio letters so @SusieQQQ you were completely right :) As I see we need to fill out the second page of bio letters. Since my husband swapped first and last names in i-485 I'm wondering whether writing them down in a correct way in the bio letter could cause any prob since it will differ from I -485. But We will tell the technician about swapped names anyways so that they could make a note for the background check.
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Congrats on receiving the bio letter too!!
 
Good afternoon everyone,

This is my first time posting here; I wanted to describe below my experience, hoping that it will help some folks in this emotional rollercoaster.
First, allow me to thank in particular @Sm1smom for putting all this info together. The AOS spreadsheet enabled me to avoid using the services of a lawyer - I saved a lot thanks to it! So a sincere thank you.

Please see below my timeline; could someone send me a link to add it to the spreadsheet ?):
  • April 30th: 330$ DV fee sent to KCC (cashier check)
  • May 4th (approximately) : check cashed
  • June 6th : DV fee receipt received in the mail
  • June 10th : Adjustment of status package sent to USCIS
  • June 22nd : Text from USCIS stating that case has been approved
  • July 13th : Call from immigration to schedule interview the next week
  • July 20th : Biometrics
  • July 22nd : Interview
  • July 22nd : Received interview notice in the mail (after the interview...)
  • July 22nd : Online status check : "New card being produced"
One thing I have to mention that is a bit special about my case - the officer directly called me on my cell (I thought it was a scam at first) to tell me to come the week after to do the interview and the bio (ASC same location than FO). I had to give his name to security and I could get in (everyone was super extremely nice at the FO, a stark contrast with the embassy when I got my last visa).

Bio experience : lasted 5 minutes, I stood in line to get into a room where an officer took fingerprints, picture, and signature on an electronic device. Only thing to say, the machine did not accept one of my finger (the ring one I think) on my right hand but it did not seem to bother the officer. And unfortunately for me, I had very puffy eyes that day so I am afraid that I won't look great on the green card ^^

Interview experience : It went well, the officer asked me to take an oath, then just went through the I-485 form and made me sign it. It lasted 20-30 minutes (I had to turn off my phone in the waiting room so I am not sure about how long it took exactly), I just made a change on the time when I moved in my current place. I showed her the original of my DS2019 to prove that I was not subject to the 2 years residency rule (I lost the passport with my J1), and that was pretty much everything. I drove home and one hour later case status was showing "card being produced".

I am a bit surprised, because the background check took less than 24h - is it something possible? And does the "Card being produced" status mean that my case is approved (and that the emotional rollercoaster is over) ?

Thank you all, and I wish you the best! I am sure we'll all make it!
 
BebePeachdeMars said:
Good afternoon everyone,

This is my first time posting here; I wanted to describe below my experience, hoping that it will help some folks in this emotional rollercoaster.
First, allow me to thank in particular @Sm1smom for putting all this info together. The AOS spreadsheet enabled me to avoid using the services of a lawyer - I saved a lot thanks to it! So a sincere thank you.

Please see below my timeline; could someone send me a link to add it to the spreadsheet ?):
  • April 30th: 330$ DV fee sent to KCC (cashier check)
  • May 4th (approximately) : check cashed
  • June 6th : DV fee receipt received in the mail
  • June 10th : Adjustment of status package sent to USCIS
  • June 22nd : Text from USCIS stating that case has been approved
  • July 13th : Call from immigration to schedule interview the next week
  • July 20th : Biometrics
  • July 22nd : Interview
  • July 22nd : Received interview notice in the mail (after the interview...)
  • July 22nd : Online status check : "New card being produced"
One thing I have to mention that is a bit special about my case - the officer directly called me on my cell (I thought it was a scam at first) to tell me to come the week after to do the interview and the bio (ASC same location than FO). I had to give his name to security and I could get in (everyone was super extremely nice at the FO, a stark contrast with the embassy when I got my last visa).

Bio experience : lasted 5 minutes, I stood in line to get into a room where an officer took fingerprints, picture, and signature on an electronic device. Only thing to say, the machine did not accept one of my finger (the ring one I think) on my right hand but it did not seem to bother the officer. And unfortunately for me, I had very puffy eyes that day so I am afraid that I won't look great on the green card ^^

Interview experience : It went well, the officer asked me to take an oath, then just went through the I-485 form and made me sign it. It lasted 20-30 minutes (I had to turn off my phone in the waiting room so I am not sure about how long it took exactly), I just made a change on the time when I moved in my current place. I showed her the original of my DS2019 to prove that I was not subject to the 2 years residency rule (I lost the passport with my J1), and that was pretty much everything. I drove home and one hour later case status was showing "card being produced".

I am a bit surprised, because the background check took less than 24h - is it something possible? And does the "Card being produced" status mean that my case is approved (and that the emotional rollercoaster is over) ?

Thank you all, and I wish you the best! I am sure we'll all make it!
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congratulations!
 
BebePeachdeMars said:
Good afternoon everyone,

This is my first time posting here; I wanted to describe below my experience, hoping that it will help some folks in this emotional rollercoaster.
First, allow me to thank in particular @Sm1smom for putting all this info together. The AOS spreadsheet enabled me to avoid using the services of a lawyer - I saved a lot thanks to it! So a sincere thank you.

Please see below my timeline; could someone send me a link to add it to the spreadsheet ?):
  • April 30th: 330$ DV fee sent to KCC (cashier check)
  • May 4th (approximately) : check cashed
  • June 6th : DV fee receipt received in the mail
  • June 10th : Adjustment of status package sent to USCIS
  • June 22nd : Text from USCIS stating that case has been approved
  • July 13th : Call from immigration to schedule interview the next week
  • July 20th : Biometrics
  • July 22nd : Interview
  • July 22nd : Received interview notice in the mail (after the interview...)
  • July 22nd : Online status check : "New card being produced"
One thing I have to mention that is a bit special about my case - the officer directly called me on my cell (I thought it was a scam at first) to tell me to come the week after to do the interview and the bio (ASC same location than FO). I had to give his name to security and I could get in (everyone was super extremely nice at the FO, a stark contrast with the embassy when I got my last visa).

Bio experience : lasted 5 minutes, I stood in line to get into a room where an officer took fingerprints, picture, and signature on an electronic device. Only thing to say, the machine did not accept one of my finger (the ring one I think) on my right hand but it did not seem to bother the officer. And unfortunately for me, I had very puffy eyes that day so I am afraid that I won't look great on the green card ^^

Interview experience : It went well, the officer asked me to take an oath, then just went through the I-485 form and made me sign it. It lasted 20-30 minutes (I had to turn off my phone in the waiting room so I am not sure about how long it took exactly), I just made a change on the time when I moved in my current place. I showed her the original of my DS2019 to prove that I was not subject to the 2 years residency rule (I lost the passport with my J1), and that was pretty much everything. I drove home and one hour later case status was showing "card being produced".

I am a bit surprised, because the background check took less than 24h - is it something possible? And does the "Card being produced" status mean that my case is approved (and that the emotional rollercoaster is over) ?

Thank you all, and I wish you the best! I am sure we'll all make it!
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Congratulations!
Where was your FO located?
 
BebePeachdeMars said:
Good afternoon everyone,

This is my first time posting here; I wanted to describe below my experience, hoping that it will help some folks in this emotional rollercoaster.
First, allow me to thank in particular @Sm1smom for putting all this info together. The AOS spreadsheet enabled me to avoid using the services of a lawyer - I saved a lot thanks to it! So a sincere thank you.

Please see below my timeline; could someone send me a link to add it to the spreadsheet ?):
  • April 30th: 330$ DV fee sent to KCC (cashier check)
  • May 4th (approximately) : check cashed
  • June 6th : DV fee receipt received in the mail
  • June 10th : Adjustment of status package sent to USCIS
  • June 22nd : Text from USCIS stating that case has been approved
  • July 13th : Call from immigration to schedule interview the next week
  • July 20th : Biometrics
  • July 22nd : Interview
  • July 22nd : Received interview notice in the mail (after the interview...)
  • July 22nd : Online status check : "New card being produced"
One thing I have to mention that is a bit special about my case - the officer directly called me on my cell (I thought it was a scam at first) to tell me to come the week after to do the interview and the bio (ASC same location than FO). I had to give his name to security and I could get in (everyone was super extremely nice at the FO, a stark contrast with the embassy when I got my last visa).

Bio experience : lasted 5 minutes, I stood in line to get into a room where an officer took fingerprints, picture, and signature on an electronic device. Only thing to say, the machine did not accept one of my finger (the ring one I think) on my right hand but it did not seem to bother the officer. And unfortunately for me, I had very puffy eyes that day so I am afraid that I won't look great on the green card ^^

Interview experience : It went well, the officer asked me to take an oath, then just went through the I-485 form and made me sign it. It lasted 20-30 minutes (I had to turn off my phone in the waiting room so I am not sure about how long it took exactly), I just made a change on the time when I moved in my current place. I showed her the original of my DS2019 to prove that I was not subject to the 2 years residency rule (I lost the passport with my J1), and that was pretty much everything. I drove home and one hour later case status was showing "card being produced".

I am a bit surprised, because the background check took less than 24h - is it something possible? And does the "Card being produced" status mean that my case is approved (and that the emotional rollercoaster is over) ?

Thank you all, and I wish you the best! I am sure we'll all make it!
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Yes I believe card being produced means your case has been approved. Congrats!
 
BebePeachdeMars said:
Good afternoon everyone,

This is my first time posting here; I wanted to describe below my experience, hoping that it will help some folks in this emotional rollercoaster.
First, allow me to thank in particular @Sm1smom for putting all this info together. The AOS spreadsheet enabled me to avoid using the services of a lawyer - I saved a lot thanks to it! So a sincere thank you.

Please see below my timeline; could someone send me a link to add it to the spreadsheet ?):
  • April 30th: 330$ DV fee sent to KCC (cashier check)
  • May 4th (approximately) : check cashed
  • June 6th : DV fee receipt received in the mail
  • June 10th : Adjustment of status package sent to USCIS
  • June 22nd : Text from USCIS stating that case has been approved
  • July 13th : Call from immigration to schedule interview the next week
  • July 20th : Biometrics
  • July 22nd : Interview
  • July 22nd : Received interview notice in the mail (after the interview...)
  • July 22nd : Online status check : "New card being produced"
One thing I have to mention that is a bit special about my case - the officer directly called me on my cell (I thought it was a scam at first) to tell me to come the week after to do the interview and the bio (ASC same location than FO). I had to give his name to security and I could get in (everyone was super extremely nice at the FO, a stark contrast with the embassy when I got my last visa).

Bio experience : lasted 5 minutes, I stood in line to get into a room where an officer took fingerprints, picture, and signature on an electronic device. Only thing to say, the machine did not accept one of my finger (the ring one I think) on my right hand but it did not seem to bother the officer. And unfortunately for me, I had very puffy eyes that day so I am afraid that I won't look great on the green card ^^

Interview experience : It went well, the officer asked me to take an oath, then just went through the I-485 form and made me sign it. It lasted 20-30 minutes (I had to turn off my phone in the waiting room so I am not sure about how long it took exactly), I just made a change on the time when I moved in my current place. I showed her the original of my DS2019 to prove that I was not subject to the 2 years residency rule (I lost the passport with my J1), and that was pretty much everything. I drove home and one hour later case status was showing "card being produced".

I am a bit surprised, because the background check took less than 24h - is it something possible? And does the "Card being produced" status mean that my case is approved (and that the emotional rollercoaster is over) ?

Thank you all, and I wish you the best! I am sure we'll all make it!
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Wow! Congratulations!!
AOS completed in under 2 months. That was super quick, one of the quickest I seem to recall. Which FO was this?
 
Attempted biometrics walk-in 30 mins before closing time.
Lady at the door turned me down and said "under no circumstances" they would let walk-ins.

Not quite sure whether I should try the same ASC again or try a different but further one.
 
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BebePeachdeMars said:
Good afternoon everyone,

This is my first time posting here; I wanted to describe below my experience, hoping that it will help some folks in this emotional rollercoaster.
First, allow me to thank in particular @Sm1smom for putting all this info together. The AOS spreadsheet enabled me to avoid using the services of a lawyer - I saved a lot thanks to it! So a sincere thank you.

Please see below my timeline; could someone send me a link to add it to the spreadsheet ?):
  • April 30th: 330$ DV fee sent to KCC (cashier check)
  • May 4th (approximately) : check cashed
  • June 6th : DV fee receipt received in the mail
  • June 10th : Adjustment of status package sent to USCIS
  • June 22nd : Text from USCIS stating that case has been approved
  • July 13th : Call from immigration to schedule interview the next week
  • July 20th : Biometrics
  • July 22nd : Interview
  • July 22nd : Received interview notice in the mail (after the interview...)
  • July 22nd : Online status check : "New card being produced"
One thing I have to mention that is a bit special about my case - the officer directly called me on my cell (I thought it was a scam at first) to tell me to come the week after to do the interview and the bio (ASC same location than FO). I had to give his name to security and I could get in (everyone was super extremely nice at the FO, a stark contrast with the embassy when I got my last visa).

Bio experience : lasted 5 minutes, I stood in line to get into a room where an officer took fingerprints, picture, and signature on an electronic device. Only thing to say, the machine did not accept one of my finger (the ring one I think) on my right hand but it did not seem to bother the officer. And unfortunately for me, I had very puffy eyes that day so I am afraid that I won't look great on the green card ^^

Interview experience : It went well, the officer asked me to take an oath, then just went through the I-485 form and made me sign it. It lasted 20-30 minutes (I had to turn off my phone in the waiting room so I am not sure about how long it took exactly), I just made a change on the time when I moved in my current place. I showed her the original of my DS2019 to prove that I was not subject to the 2 years residency rule (I lost the passport with my J1), and that was pretty much everything. I drove home and one hour later case status was showing "card being produced".

I am a bit surprised, because the background check took less than 24h - is it something possible? And does the "Card being produced" status mean that my case is approved (and that the emotional rollercoaster is over) ?

Thank you all, and I wish you the best! I am sure we'll all make it!
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*jaw drop*

congratulations!!!! Soooooo quick I’m shook.
 
Blade_ said:
I appreciate the comment mom. I was not aware that his case has been approved. It makes perfect sense then.

PS: Congrats @KeithJoan! Best wishes for you in your new life!
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Thank you @Blade_ . Sorry you didn’t see my additional update yesterday. I think you will be fine….our IO just didn’t seem to be the one to approve the case (as suggested by @Sm1smom ) and was not too familiar with DV cases. To give you a more precise timeline…..we left the office just after 11am and just after 3pm we had “New Card is Being Produced” as our online statuses.
:) :) :)
 
BebePeachdeMars said:
Good afternoon everyone,

This is my first time posting here; I wanted to describe below my experience, hoping that it will help some folks in this emotional rollercoaster.
First, allow me to thank in particular @Sm1smom for putting all this info together. The AOS spreadsheet enabled me to avoid using the services of a lawyer - I saved a lot thanks to it! So a sincere thank you.

Please see below my timeline; could someone send me a link to add it to the spreadsheet ?):
  • April 30th: 330$ DV fee sent to KCC (cashier check)
  • May 4th (approximately) : check cashed
  • June 6th : DV fee receipt received in the mail
  • June 10th : Adjustment of status package sent to USCIS
  • June 22nd : Text from USCIS stating that case has been approved
  • July 13th : Call from immigration to schedule interview the next week
  • July 20th : Biometrics
  • July 22nd : Interview
  • July 22nd : Received interview notice in the mail (after the interview...)
  • July 22nd : Online status check : "New card being produced"
One thing I have to mention that is a bit special about my case - the officer directly called me on my cell (I thought it was a scam at first) to tell me to come the week after to do the interview and the bio (ASC same location than FO). I had to give his name to security and I could get in (everyone was super extremely nice at the FO, a stark contrast with the embassy when I got my last visa).

Bio experience : lasted 5 minutes, I stood in line to get into a room where an officer took fingerprints, picture, and signature on an electronic device. Only thing to say, the machine did not accept one of my finger (the ring one I think) on my right hand but it did not seem to bother the officer. And unfortunately for me, I had very puffy eyes that day so I am afraid that I won't look great on the green card ^^

Interview experience : It went well, the officer asked me to take an oath, then just went through the I-485 form and made me sign it. It lasted 20-30 minutes (I had to turn off my phone in the waiting room so I am not sure about how long it took exactly), I just made a change on the time when I moved in my current place. I showed her the original of my DS2019 to prove that I was not subject to the 2 years residency rule (I lost the passport with my J1), and that was pretty much everything. I drove home and one hour later case status was showing "card being produced".

I am a bit surprised, because the background check took less than 24h - is it something possible? And does the "Card being produced" status mean that my case is approved (and that the emotional rollercoaster is over) ?

Thank you all, and I wish you the best! I am sure we'll all make it!
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Congratulations! :)
 
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