DV 2021 AOS Only
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YouNeverKnow
New Member
Hi everyone, just giving an update. We had our biometrics appointment today in NYC (the Long Island City ASC). It was extremely busy and we waited around 45 mins to eventually get seen. The process after that took around 5 mins and was very straight forward. We had our appointment notice stamped and that was it. Anyone attempting to do a walk-in to the LIC NY ASC may struggle, its always very very busy. Now we just hope to receive our interview letter!
Yup mine is still at NBC. I just want it sent already :/ @nar31 case is about a week or so ahead of us and their FO (los angeles) has received their case. So we may need to wait a few more days yet *fingers crossed*
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
What's this form about? Don't assume I know everything about everything.
Tried to contact a live agent through Emma. NOA was received on June 30-th. The agent told me that no appointments have been scheduled yet and the case is currently at NBC.
I asked about an expedite request as my case is time-sensitive - the answer was "no, you cannot do it". Even no options were provided.
I asked about Tier 2 agent, when can I use this option? The answer was "all you can do at this point is wait. USCIS will contact you if they need anything or when a decision is made".
I am very disappointed with this conversation. I tried to be polite and didn't claim anything, that didn't help. How did you guys request Tier 2 conversation or expedite your case?
I asked about an expedite request as my case is time-sensitive - the answer was "no, you cannot do it". Even no options were provided.
I asked about Tier 2 agent, when can I use this option? The answer was "all you can do at this point is wait. USCIS will contact you if they need anything or when a decision is made".
I am very disappointed with this conversation. I tried to be polite and didn't claim anything, that didn't help. How did you guys request Tier 2 conversation or expedite your case?
Sorry, I should've explained it. This is the form that I found in our rep's portal for submitting issues with federal agencies. Since all the fields were required and I don't have any derivatives, I just put my name, hope that won't be an issue.
Ogafanela
New Member
I am in sandy springs my bio is august 12. Have you got yours ? And have u tried to do walk in. I tried 2 times and they refused me
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
I'm certain you will get an IL with or without a congressional inquiry. Your FO is familiar with DV cases. You can initiate a congressional if you like or you can remain patient for.
anasmid2020
Active Member
I live in an apartment and my mailbox doesn't show my name only the apt number like all other mailboxes. I'm so sad and upset, can't relax or sleep. I called the USPS they said it's the correct address but nobody knows why the driver did not deliver it. I went to the USPS office they could not help me. Now I got my case updated as the following:
Card Is Being Returned to USCIS by Post Office
Lucky you
I tried 2 times in Los Angeles and it didn't work. I can try Pomona.My interview went well but the Biometrics is holding everything up.
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
The requirement has always been to submit copies of the documents and to take the original version to the interview. The IO may or may not request to see the original copies, nonetheless going to the interview fully prepared with the original documents has always been the way to go. If you can, send for the documents before your interview and hope they arrive before your interview. Otherwise, attend your interview as is, and hope the IO does not ask for the original document.
That happens to me twice, one the update happened after 48 hours and the other time was a glitch from USCIS system and there is no update
Nanamizuki
Active Member
thank you. i'm relieved to hear that from you.
CYNBLJ
Active Member
UPDATE - MY INTERVIEW IS FINALLY SCHEDULED!
I asked someone to check my mail and open the letter which arrived from the USCIS NYC Field Office while I am out of town, and confirmed my Interview has been scheduled for 8/18 at the NYC Field Office (2 days after my BIO appt).
I still think it's weird that the live agents on EMMA haven't been able to see the Interview date in their system since the letter arrived this past week, but there you go...
FYI I also contacted a live agent via EMMA today to check if my case file has been sent to the NY Field Office yet (thankfully it has). Fingers crossed the interview and biometrics go smoothly, so a decision can be made soon afterwards!
I asked someone to check my mail and open the letter which arrived from the USCIS NYC Field Office while I am out of town, and confirmed my Interview has been scheduled for 8/18 at the NYC Field Office (2 days after my BIO appt).
I still think it's weird that the live agents on EMMA haven't been able to see the Interview date in their system since the letter arrived this past week, but there you go...
FYI I also contacted a live agent via EMMA today to check if my case file has been sent to the NY Field Office yet (thankfully it has). Fingers crossed the interview and biometrics go smoothly, so a decision can be made soon afterwards!
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
Since the notice you got clearly states it is recommended that you submit your medical report "to avoid any delays in processing your application", you should have gone ahead and submitted it right away - I'm assuming they provided instructions for submitting the medical report or they did not? So yes, that may account for the delay you're experiencing. But before we can come to that conclusion, you need to provide more information about your case. When did you file? When did you receive your NOA? Which FO has jurisdiction over your case?
raphael1899
Well-Known Member
This is awesome, @Milz I am so happy for you and glad that the IO didn't tell you to wait for your biometrics appointment to be scheduled. Fingers crossed your BC won't take too long!Hello friends,
Update on my case: I was scheduled for my interview today @ 8 am CST. (no biometric was scheduled for me as of today)
FO & ASC: Milwaukee, WI
After going thru security, I checked in @ interview reception on 2nd floor where the lady told me like where's your biometric record!? I explained the situation and she proceeded and had me waiting for the IO in the waiting room. After 10 min, the officer called me in for my interview. He was an experienced IO (like in his 60s) and was well aware of DV cases (seemed like every DV case was forwarded to him in this FO. Couple of AOSers from previous years had described his appearance and I guess he was the same IO)
The entire interview was very friendly; just couple of random questions from I-485 (current address, what you doing here in US, etc.)
Then he asked if I'm being paid and have any income? I explained that I'm a PhD student and have TA (the documents were already in my AOS package and he admitted being aware of them; just wanted to have a cool conversation)
After that he went thru Y/N questions of the I-485. As I had done the compulsory military service back home (Iran), he asked couple of questions about that part (like what you did, where was it, etc.).
@ the end, he asked if I wanna give him any additional documents? (and I handed him my 2020 tax transcripts, which I did not have @ the time of AOS filing)
Then he told me we're done here and lets go downstairs and do your fingerprints as well! (I was like, wow that's what I've been looking for!
He got my passport and went in ASC and got my Bio letter (which was scheduled for 8/16/2021, and had NBC as sender) and told me to sit there till being called for the Bio. Finally, he mentioned that he should have the report (BG) within next 2 weeks.
I waited in ASC for like 40 min (it was really packed!) till I was called in, did the bio and left the ASC with stamped Bio letter.
Once again, I'd like to appreciate all you guys are doing in this fantastic forum. Indeed, best resource I came across for DV AOS. Special thanks to the most dedicated mom in DV world! @Sm1smom You are amazing and I don't know how to appreciate all you've done for all of us.
Wish all of friends all the best. (including myself, being cleared with BG check sooner!)
@raphael1899 you're amazing bro. Appreciate all your dedication and help here.
@jasperrrr.c @Blade_ GL friends with the rest of your journey.
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
RFIE - Request For Initial Evidence
RFE - Request For Evidence
They both mean more or less the same thing. It means they need you to provide some additional evidence/document in support of your case. The notice will tell you what they need from you.
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
Yes, you're both the petitioner and derivative in your case.