Keeping it together is a key factor when trying to do this. I'm one of the many people who have no clue how to do that
DV 2021 AOS Only
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Sm1smom
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The GC will most likely show up based on the way your name appears on the approval notice.So a quick update interlaced with a quick rant/vent (@Sm1smom please edit this part out if you feel that this is not the place for this) and lastly a couple of questions
We received our notices of approval in the mail today, and as I expected USCIS did NOT fix the name error in my lastname. I had submitted a service request through USCIS' phone line that was sent to the FO (I do realize that you recommended to not do this mom, PLEAAASE forgive me, I was losing my flipping mind at that point) which was responded to via an email I never got (found the content of this reply when I asked a live chat agent about a month later) saying "your application is in line for interview scheduling, please ensure to address the referred name error to the adjudicating officer during the interview". But since the interview was waived, it seems like no one took a second look at that service request..... Not entirely sure about what the logic behind the way things USCIS does thing is. But one has to move on...
My understanding is that this means that the GC will also have this error (please correct me if I'm wrong. I really hope I'm wrong here). Which means that I will have to file form I-90 and show that they messed this up (right?). Now the thing is, I need to travel in a couple of months. From what I read, this would mean that I'll need to schedule an INFOPASS appointment through the phone to get a I-551 stamp on my passport to be able to enter the US without my green card. Am I right? or did I miss something?
Questions:
1. Does anyone know how long it takes them (ballpark of course) to schedule INFOPASS appointments during the whole COVID->No-COVID->Oh-wait-its-still-COVID situation?
2. Does receiving an approval notice mean that I'm officially an LPR now? ie: does mailing my card back not pose any threat of losing my LPR status?
3. Is it possible to get/stay employed without my green card in hand?
4. Would I be able to get the restriction on my SSN card removed without the green card in hand? (I'm referring to the restriction saying that I need the DHS approval to work)
5. If 2 is a 'Yes', would now be a good time to let the international office at my university know that they need to terminate my/my-wife's SEVIS records? Same thing with my current CPT employer, do I inform them now about the change or do I have to stick to my previous status till the fixed card gets here?
Fingers crossed that I don't get roasted
1. It all depends on the urgency you’re able to demonstrate when you call to setup/request the appointment. Can’t give you a ballpark timing.
2. It only becomes official after you’ve received the GC itself or the I-551 stamp. The approval notice does not necessarily make it official. Requesting a replacement card does not equate to LPR status loss.
3. Yes of course.
4. Not likely. The SSN administrative office will require a copy of the GC for their records when you do apply for a replacement SSN card.
5. Wait until after you’ve received the GC itself - see response 2 above.
Thanks for answering all my questions, mom.
You mean the initial card with a mistake, not the replacement card, right?
Also, is there a section in the forums where i can ask for help with the whole i-90, i-551 stamp process since I couldn't find a spot to ask for help about this and I know that this forum is for DV related questions only.
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
1. Yes.
2. Applying for a replacement card is pretty straightforward, just follow the instructions on the form. Not sure what kind of help you’re looking for. Same with getting the I-551 stamp. Simply contact the USCIS 1800 number after filing for the replacement card, let them know you need an INFOPASS appointment to enable you get an I-551 because you have a upcoming international trip. Simple as that!
Hi all,
* ASC: Tustin
* FO: Santa Ana
I completed my interview on 8/5 (Thu) and biometrics on 8/9 (Mon). The interview went very smoothly and the officer told me there was nothing to worry about my case and that he is aware of the 9/30 deadline of DV. Then at the biometrics appointment, three of my fingerprints showed the orange signal and could not be considered green despite multiple attempts (the rest were all green). Two days later I received a call from the FO on 8/11 (Wed) asking if I have attended my bio appointment because they don't see my bio in the system. After confirming with them they told me that my bio is in the system and should clear in a short period of time. However, my case status still remains "Interview Was Completed And My Case Must Be Reviewed" as of today (8/14).
From what I see on the timeline page of the spreadsheet, most people have the "card produced" status one or two days after both appointments are completed. In your experience, does my situation suggest a possibility of fingerprint rejection by FBI because of the quality, or am I simply dealing with a mysterious delay?
Thank you.
* ASC: Tustin
* FO: Santa Ana
I completed my interview on 8/5 (Thu) and biometrics on 8/9 (Mon). The interview went very smoothly and the officer told me there was nothing to worry about my case and that he is aware of the 9/30 deadline of DV. Then at the biometrics appointment, three of my fingerprints showed the orange signal and could not be considered green despite multiple attempts (the rest were all green). Two days later I received a call from the FO on 8/11 (Wed) asking if I have attended my bio appointment because they don't see my bio in the system. After confirming with them they told me that my bio is in the system and should clear in a short period of time. However, my case status still remains "Interview Was Completed And My Case Must Be Reviewed" as of today (8/14).
From what I see on the timeline page of the spreadsheet, most people have the "card produced" status one or two days after both appointments are completed. In your experience, does my situation suggest a possibility of fingerprint rejection by FBI because of the quality, or am I simply dealing with a mysterious delay?
Thank you.
THANK YOU!!!
Last question I promise: Regarding the I-551 stamp, would I need to wait for a receipt notice of the I-90 form or I could just contact them as soon as they receive I-90?
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
“Most people” are not merely getting the CPO update mainly because of the number of days (one or two) after their appointments, they’re getting the updates based on having cleared the background checks. It is possible your background check clearance is still pending. It’s also possible your IO simply hasn’t gotten around to review the background check result and approve the case for now. There’s still plenty of time left to clear the background check and get approved, so do be patient.
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
You will need the I-90 NOA. Good news, I-90 can be filed online which makes getting the NOA super fast compared to paper filing.
I got super excited about the filing online part when I looked this up and then saw the instructions on their website (https://www.uscis.gov/i-90) saying "You cannot file your Form I-90 online if you are applying for a fee waiver." :'(
Would I be able to file online regardless?
- USCIS : "wait its our fault?, alright, but we're going to make you go through hoops if you dont want to pay"
teitake
Member
Noletters. Just the approval notice and the card on the following Monday.
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
Not sure as to precisely what you selected which got you to the fee waiver option. Did you select “My existing card has incorrect data because of Department of Homeland Security error and the form” and it got interpreted as you applying for a fee waiver?
I thought what they meant by a fee waiver was me not having to pay the fee due to their error as stated in:
"If you are filing the Form I-90 because your current Green Card contains incorrect information due to a Department of Homeland Security error, such as a misspelled name, you do not have to pay a filing fee" under the "Filing Fee" tab on the same webpage.
I realllyy hope I misunderstood though
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
That is not a fee waiver. That option simply means you’re not required to pay a filing fee for the replacement card. A fee waiver is basically someone requesting USCIS to waive an applicable fee, a fee waiver requires submission of form I-912 with the application being submitted hence such an application cannot be filed online.
You. Are. A. Godsend!
This means I can file online. I'm assuming the online filing system will guide me on how to send them my GC and documentation showing my correctly spelled name OR they'll just send me an RFE, right?
Thanks mom. I know I've been asking waaaaay too many questions today and I truly appreciate your patience
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
Like I previously indicated, read and follow the instructions on the form (be it online or on the paper form). It is really that simple!You. Are. A. Godsend!
This means I can file online. I'm assuming the online filing system will guide me on how to send them my GC and documentation showing my correctly spelled name OR they'll just send me an RFE, right?
Thanks mom. I know I've been asking waaaaay too many questions today and I truly appreciate your patience
Loud and clear. Thank you so much for everything mom
congrate! is your interview for your first package? do you withdraw your second package?
Hi everyone,
I am a winner of DV2021. I have already done the interview and biometrics on 7/21. My case status was changed to “Interview Was Completed and My Case Must Be Reviewed” and “Case Was Updated To Show Fingerprints Were Taken”. It has been 3 weeks and no more updates are shown. I have contacted the tier 1 agents several times and the only response was let me wait.
Any experience sharing would be highly appreciated! I wish everyone good luck and success.
I am a winner of DV2021. I have already done the interview and biometrics on 7/21. My case status was changed to “Interview Was Completed and My Case Must Be Reviewed” and “Case Was Updated To Show Fingerprints Were Taken”. It has been 3 weeks and no more updates are shown. I have contacted the tier 1 agents several times and the only response was let me wait.
- Has anyone in a similar situation succeeded to contact tier 2 agent and get help from them? How did you do that?
- Is there anything else I can do to expedite the case?
Any experience sharing would be highly appreciated! I wish everyone good luck and success.