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Diamond_Water said:
Wow congrats!!!
how do you ask Emma?
because they always said that it's not being schedule yet
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I asked twice today. Once in the morning (still in process of being scheduled) and once in the afternoon half hour before chat closed. And I received the answer that the interview had been scheduled for that date. I think you should ask tomorrow and maybe you’ll get yours too :)
 
Late Update!
After an unsuccesful attempt for Bio walk-in on July 28th at my assigned ASC, I drove 3hrs 30mins to Denver ASC yesterday and I was able to complete my Biometrics. The lady told me that they allowed me to do my bio for only one reason which is the 3hrs 30mins drive.
Therefore, I would like to urge you guys to try different ASC locations in order to increase your chances of getting your biometrics done early.
I wish us all good luck.
 
Hi mom. I had my interview yesterday. My appointment was at 2 pm, I was there around 1:20 and the officer called me in around 3. the interview itself was quick and last less than 10 minutes. The officer asked for my birth certificate, passports, and I-20s which I handed her. She asked me if I have a copy of my I-20s and I said no but they were already included in my package. it seemed like she had some confusion about my i20s but eventually, she figured it out. then she said we have your biometrics and asked me if I got another letter for an earlier date since my original bio was for Au 20th. I said no, I just walked in for my bio and she was like "oh, wow, nice". she asked me a few questions from I-485, I mentioned I have a speeding ticket and she was like it doesn't matter. finally, she said, "I have everything that I need, I will review them one more time and you will see an update in your account within an hour and will receive your card in 2-3 weeks". She also mentioned that she will send me a letter in case she needs any additional documents! I asked if she can provide me with an I-551 stamp and her reply was "no, we don't do it anymore", and asked me if I am traveling? I said I am just excited to visit my family after 8 years. She said well you will get your card in 2 weeks. The entire process took about 7-8 minutes. After I left her office I checked my online status and it says "Interview Was Completed And My Case Must Be Reviewed". Honestly, I was so happy at the end of my interview and I thought I got an approval n spot, however, seeing that status is kinda nerve-racking! after reading some people s experiences on Reddit, etc, I am now concerned that I might get an RFE after the interview!
 
snzbrn said:
Hi mom. I had my interview yesterday. My appointment was at 2 pm, I was there around 1:20 and the officer called me in around 3. the interview itself was quick and last less than 10 minutes. The officer asked for my birth certificate, passports, and I-20s which I handed her. She asked me if I have a copy of my I-20s and I said no but they were already included in my package. it seemed like she had some confusion about my i20s but eventually, she figured it out. then she said we have your biometrics and asked me if I got another letter for an earlier date since my original bio was for Au 20th. I said no, I just walked in for my bio and she was like "oh, wow, nice". she asked me a few questions from I-485, I mentioned I have a speeding ticket and she was like it doesn't matter. finally, she said, "I have everything that I need, I will review them one more time and you will see an update in your account within an hour and will receive your card in 2-3 weeks". She also mentioned that she will send me a letter in case she needs any additional documents! I asked if she can provide me with an I-551 stamp and her reply was "no, we don't do it anymore", and asked me if I am traveling? I said I am just excited to visit my family after 8 years. She said well you will get your card in 2 weeks. The entire process took about 7-8 minutes. After I left her office I checked my online status and it says "Interview Was Completed And My Case Must Be Reviewed". Honestly, I was so happy at the end of my interview and I thought I got an approval n spot, however, seeing that status is kinda nerve-racking! after reading some people s experiences on Reddit, etc, I am now concerned that I might get an RFE after the interview!
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Chill and stop stressing. She already told you she needed to review the case one more time, that explains the update you see online. Be glad she bothered to even update it as such, some IOs wouldn’t even put up any update will the case is undergoing the additional review. She gave you hints she most likely will approve the case. So take a seat and BREATHE!
 
Sm1smom said:
Chill and stop stressing. She already told you she needed to review the case one more time, that explains the update you see online. Be glad she bothered to even update it as such, some IOs wouldn’t even put up any update will the case is undergoing the additional review. She gave you hints she most likely will approve the case. So take a seat and BREATHE!
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Thanks, mom! I will keep my fingers crossed!
 
Sm1smom said:
Your case/timeline is similar to @misterpaul who was current and filed in Oct, (also OC region like you by the way :)) who recently got the IL for an August date. You can also initiate an Ombudsman inquiry like they did. Read about their update here
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Thanks, Mom!

The only reason I hesitate to filed an Ombudsman Inquiry or also a Expedite Request is because I'm not sure what category I can fall under and provide proof for. Is it USCIS clerical error (that it's been taking since October 2020 to schedule the interview?) or something else? What do you suggest or do most people file this under?

I don't think I necessarily fall under financial or humanitarian etc. loss unless this is a broader category than I assume. Thanks again.

Edit: I technically should hear back from Tier 2 by August 19th and Congresswoman by August 27th. I saw that other Brooklyn FO @misterpaul (current: October) originally had their interview on August 10th and @mawanews (current: June) on August 17th. Given I was current in October I'm not sure why mine also hasn't been scheduled yet which is the main thing making me nervous.
 
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Hi everyone,
I got my bio letter on 07/13 scheduled for 08/02. I did walk-in on 07/20. It has been 16 days since fingerprint but havenot recieved IL. While some people from dallas FO sharing similar timeline have received it .This monday, emma told me my case has been sent off to Dallas FO on 7/28 ( I chatted with emma on last friday was told it was still with them.).I contacted emma yesterday and agent told me that it is still with nbc and said info given by another agent was incorrect information .At this point I don’t know which information I should stick on to. I figured other have also experienced similar from differnt agents.I think I should wait and see for any changes but any advices on should I contact tier 2 agents or just wait for few weeks?
Thank you.
 
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Sm1smom said:
Did you ask the IO if your background check had cleared? That is major for you especially since you’re chargeable to Iran. That is something I know which may further delay case approval after the interview.
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@Sm1smom

If you take a look at 2021 timeline, you’ll find (nimaaghli) who is also an Iranian male and got approved in Orlando, Fl almost 2 weeks after his biometrics (his interview was also waived!)
I think being an Iranian does not necessarily prolong the check! Right?
 
Sm1smom said:
Did you ask the IO if your background check had cleared? That is major for you especially since you’re chargeable to Iran. That is something I know which may further delay case approval after the interview.
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Unfortunately, I didn't and I am beating myself up for not asking about my background check and the file from KCC. Since she mentioned that they have my biometrics, and she has everything she needs, I assumed it means they have the background check already as well as the KCC file.
 
nl2021 said:
Thanks, Mom!

The only reason I hesitate to filed an Ombudsman Inquiry or also a Expedite Request is because I'm not sure what category I can fall under and provide proof for. Is it USCIS clerical error (that it's been taking since October 2020 to schedule the interview?) or something else? What do you suggest or do most people file this under?

I don't think I necessarily fall under financial or humanitarian etc. loss unless this is a broader category than I assume. Thanks again.

Edit: I technically should hear back from Tier 2 by August 19th and Congresswoman by August 27th. I saw that other Brooklyn FO @misterpaul (current: October) originally had their interview on August 10th and @mawanews (current: June) on August 17th. Given I was current in October I'm not sure why mine also hasn't been scheduled yet which is the main thing making me nervous.
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Did you actually take a look at the Ombudsman’s link I provided you with in my previous post? Your follow up questions gives me the impression you did not. I already informed you about @misterpaul taking steps to push their case through (I gave you the link to their update), and you return to complain about your case being stuck while him and others from the same FO have interview dates. I already pointed out his case is similar to yours, equally filed in October!
You can wait for the congressional/tier 2 feedback or follow the guidance you’ve already been provided with. Your call.
 
Dear Mom/Susie:

Is it ok if instead of the translator, an authorized representative of the translation agency certifies fluency of the translator an authenticity of the translation? Thanks!
 
Milz said:
@Sm1smom

If you take a look at 2021 timeline, you’ll find (nimaaghli) who is also an Iranian male and got approved in Orlando, Fl almost 2 weeks after his biometrics (his interview was also waived!)
I think being an Iranian does not necessarily prolong the check! Right?
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When I post something, it is not a made up story. What I post is typically based on historical precedent. Yes, @nimaaghli, an Iranian male got approved two weeks after bio completion - one of the few exceptions we see now and then. It doesn’t disprove the observed fact that most Iranian males (also seen a few Iranian females by the way) tend to undergo prolonged background check.
 
Sm1smom said:
When I post something, it is not a made up story. What I post is typically based on historical precedent. Yes, @nimaaghli, an Iranian male got approved two weeks after bio completion - one of the few exceptions we see now and then. It doesn’t disprove the observed fact that most Iranian males (also seen a few Iranian females by the way) tend to undergo prolonged background check.
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Right; totally agreed
 
Thanks, mom for your feedback. I am just wondering, if she didn't have my background check, she could have told me "you will get your approval once we get your background check" or something like that, however, she said you will get your card in 2-3 weeks. Doesn't this mean that she already had them?
Sm1smom said:
When I post something, it is not a made up story. What I post is typically based on historical precedent. Yes, @nimaaghli, an Iranian male got approved two weeks after bio completion - one of the few exceptions we see now and then. It doesn’t disprove the observed fact that most Iranian males (also seen a few Iranian females by the way) tend to undergo prolonged background check.
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snzbrn said:
Thanks, mom for your feedback. I am just wondering, if she didn't have my background check, she could have told me "you will get your approval once we get your background check" or something like that, however, she said you will get your card in 2-3 weeks. Doesn't this mean that she already had them?
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See my response to a similar question from a forum member yesterday. She could have said anything, you have no way of knowing that. What matters at the end of the day is getting approved and getting your GC, so focus on that as against what she said or what it means, or what she could have said.
 
Talked to an agent via Emma again today. She told me to submit an E-request. Not sure if it's going to be helpful in my case but I got some good news from her. She told me that my case was transferred at my FO on June 10th.

1. Hi Mom! How much longer should I wait before initiating things like congressional inquiry? There does not seem to be any movement at the Tampa FO.

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