it been really draining at this point. They replied end of july saying my case was awaiting interview scheduling (tier 2 inquiry). they never replied to congressional inquiry placed 2 weeks ago.
DV 2021 AOS Only
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SusieQQQ
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You know that in past years this (waiting 4, 5 even 6 months) was not at all unusual. See points made before about batching interviews. This year's bunch of selectees really does not seem to have got that your case is not going to be instantly scheduled when your number is current! That's not how AOS works. And when interviews are batched it seems to often happen in September. So this could very well be what is happening here.
that said... seeing as we are heading into the final stretch...
Would just continue checking every couple of weeks at this stage. If your congressperson is unresponsive you can try one of your senators. Even if they are batching you could at least get some feedback this way about knowing you are in line for scheduling before FY end.
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
1. Yes, Russia is one of those countries with selectees experiencing prolonged background check clearance. Will a prolonged background check specifically impact your case as a result of this? I don't know.
2. There are two other selectees on the spreadsheet with the Queens, NY FO who are equally waiting for the IL, one of those actually filed before you. I don't know if the FO is still waiting for the background checks to clear or they're simply planning on batching up all DV cases till September for the interview.
Nanamizuki
Active Member
I put three checks. because, my package problem G1450 by AMEX.
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
I think I've come across about 2 or 3 cases(?) from 2012 since I started tracking DV cases where the FO's lost sight of the DV deadline and scheduled the interview appointments in October (also read of some earlier court cases too). I can't quite remember the year or the FOs involved. I doubt your case has to do with your FO not being aware of the deadline involved with your case though considering other reported cases from your FO who filed after you already got their IL. Again, I'm wondering if the I-824 you filed with your I-485 is the reason for your prolonged delay.
two people who submitted their application 1 month and 2 months respectively after me have received their interview or are scheduled for one soon (same FO). Thats why i have been worried of the delay on mine.
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
You got your IL which lists all of the family members (including your son whose AOS package you had to resubmit). So what is the problem here? I don't understand what you mean by what you should do.
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
There is no publicly listed direct number for contacting the NBC or the FOs.
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
When last did you follow up with your congressional person to find out if there's been any update to the inquiry they sent to USCIS on your behalf? It is highly unusual for USCIS to not respond to a congressional inquiry, they tend to respond (even if the response ends up being the standard "still in line to be scheduled for an interview" or "the case file is still with the NBC", e.t.c).
ishmog
Well-Known Member
I get that waiting is not unusual and that all cases have a unique aspect to it in terms of processing time. But still, waiting for that long while other cases that were filed three or four months after yours is quite formidable IMO.
Makyci
New Member
Really pleased to say that I received both the bio and interview letters today, for early September ( I have updated the spreadsheet).
My bio is 4 days after my interview, is it worth to try to have an early bio walk-in this month so that everything is done by the time of my interview?
By the way thanks to @Diamond_Water for sharing your experience, I was hesitant to send my application without the dv lottery receipt but it worked out!
My bio is 4 days after my interview, is it worth to try to have an early bio walk-in this month so that everything is done by the time of my interview?
By the way thanks to @Diamond_Water for sharing your experience, I was hesitant to send my application without the dv lottery receipt but it worked out!
Diamond_Water
Active Member
Congratulations!
honestly, it's your call because some people can do early bio walk-in, some people got turned away.
Sorry for making it confusing! I did not resubmit my son's package. His package was received with the rest of the family, payment was cashed but we did not receive his NOA. Now we have received bio letters for everyone except for him. In other words, my son does not have a bio letter but his younger sister receives her bio letter. Meanwhile, his name is listed in the IL along with the rest of the family. My questions are:
1- Is it ok for him not to have a bio letter?
2- Do I need to contact USCIS or FO about it?
Thank you!
Hi Mom,
thank you for your reply. My wife just born in Russia. I think she'd spent maybe 3 months of her life there after she was born. Also, she has a totally different citizenship.
This change anything, or still, just because she was born in Russia she is subject to the prolonged background check clearance?
Thanks again for you insight.
coffeemonster
Well-Known Member
Well there's no downside to trying a walk in, so only you can decide if it's worth it. How much hassle is it going to be for you to try? Personally I would try if I were you because people who have their background check cleared at the time of the interview often get a quick approval. Those of us who did our bios after the interview seem to be stuck until someone gets around to looking at our case again.
Blade_
Well-Known Member
How on earth would FBI know that?
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
I already answered in my previous response: "I don't know"
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
Thanks for refreshing my memory about your case, providing the background story when asking questions helps. It may seem like I have the memory of an elephant and I remember everything about everyone's case, the truth is I don't
. To your questions:1. No it is not okay for him to not have a bio appointment. He will not be getting a GC if he does not complete the bio portion of the process.
2. Yes, you need to follow up with USCIS to find out about his bio appointment. You can contact EMMA online to try and find out about this or call the 1800.
Thank you very much for your time! You are great!Thanks for refreshing my memory about your case, providing the background story when asking questions helps. It may seem like I have the memory of an elephant and I remember everything about everyone's case, the truth is I don't
1. No it is not okay for him to not have a bio appointment. He will not be getting a GC if he does not complete the bio portion of the process.
2. Yes, you need to follow up with USCIS to find out about his bio appointment. You can contact EMMA online to try and find out about this or call the 1800.
I contacted Emma and the USCIS agent told me that my son's bio is scheduled on the same day with the rest of the family. She told me that:
To find your USCIS notices, sign in to your USCIS Online Account at myaccount.uscis.gov. Go to the Documents Tab and scroll down to the notice that you want to print. Then click the hyperlink to download and open the file. Locate and click on the printer icon, or right click and select Print.
For some reason, I could not find the Document tab in the USCIS account. Can you please help me with it?
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