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DV2021_AOS said:
So I did not know about the AOS until a few days ago. And when I spoke to an immigration attorney and he told me as long as USCIS receives my application before the deadline (September 30th), I can go ahead with the process. And also since some visas were preserved in the Gomez case I thought I was still on the right track.

I am going to lose the opportunity to get my green card.
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The visas are not reserved for AOS, because AOS was never halted/banned. They are reserved for issuing at consulates abroad.
The attorney is wrong.

Are you saying you have been in the US for some time and did not know about adjustment? Curious, did you read the instructions before filling in the entry form?
 
SusieQQQ said:
The visas are not reserved for AOS, because AOS was never halted/banned. They are reserved for issuing at consulates abroad.
The attorney is wrong.

Are you saying you have been in the US for some time and did not know about adjustment? Curious, did you read the instructions before filling in the entry form?
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Well, i guess you can apply for DV2023. Some people do get lucky twice…
 
SusieQQQ said:
The visas are not reserved for AOS, because AOS was never halted/banned. They are reserved for issuing at consulates abroad.
The attorney is wrong.

Are you saying you have been in the US for some time and did not know about adjustment? Curious, did you read the instructions before filling in the entry form?
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I came across AOS. I never really bothered to find out what it really was. That's my fault!
 
Sorenk said:
Hi Everyone!

My status got changed to New Card is Being Produced! I still can't believe it :)
I'll try to write my interview experience and other stuff that happened to me like change of address issues and missing mails, but for now I would like to thank you all for your help and support throughout this stressful journey!
@Sm1smom I'm sure that you heard this a thousand times, but I'll never forget what you built up here for DV AOS applicants. Volunteer work is something that I've always respected and I promised myself a long ago that I'll try to help other folks and walk them through the AOS process after I'm done with it myself. Your work here motivated me to help other applicants. I have started that a while ago with helping some DV-2022 applicants from our home country. There are some points that I realized through this process that it might be useful for other people and will share it with you. I'll drink to you and other folks here tonight :)

Best wishes
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Congratulations !
 
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maryasenath said:
A joyous update to let you know that my case status just changed to "New Card Being Produced"!!!Thank you so much @Sm1smom for all your invaluable advise throughout this process- I simply cannot thank you enough but plan to pay it forward. Thanks to all the forum members for your support and encouragement. My thoughts are with those still waiting- it is one of the hardest things, I send you good vibes. I have updated the spreadsheet and will update with my experience once the process is complete.
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Congratulations! :)
 
SusieQQQ said:
Are you saying you have been in the US for some time and did not know about adjustment? Curious, did you read the instructions before filling in the entry form?
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DV2021_AOS said:
I came across AOS. I never really bothered to find out what it really was. That's my fault!
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You didn’t quite answer Susie’s question. Have you been in the US for a while (possibly since finding out about your DV selection) and didn’t know about AOS or did you recently come into the US?
 
askalexny said:
Had an unexpected interview experience today.
My interview went smoothly, took about 10 mins, officer said that everything looks good and the decision will be made beforeSeptrmber 30th.
I was really happy and relieved.
Then, in about 3 hours I got a call from the officer saying that I need to come back to answer some more questions. I got really nervous but headed the FO. Just before I met the officer for the second time for today my online case status has-been updated to New Card is being produced. But I didn't know that, as I was already in FO. My friends told me later.
The second time the officer didn't take my oath. I was asked about my intentions when entering US the last time as I'm on B1/B2 visa. It is really true that I didn't even think about AOS whether entering US the last time. I learned about it from my friends, then used this forum and other info to file I-485. I spent an hour telling my story and answering questions. At the ens some "witness" was called to the room to sign the transcription of my statements. The officer told me that the decision will still be made before 9/30.
My case status online is still New card is being produced. It has been 7 hours since I left the FO. And I really don't know what to expect next...
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Few moments ago my online status has changed from New Card Being Produced to Case Was Approved. It says that it was approved today - on 9/24. Not sure, but hope it is a good sign.
 
askalexny said:
Few moments ago my online status has changed from New Card Being Produced to Case Was Approved. It says that it was approved today - on 9/24. Not sure, but hope it is a good sign.
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Congratulations! of course it is a good sign, in 6 days more you will receive your GC. Update your Timeline to help others
 
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Sm1smom said:
You didn’t quite answer Susie’s question. Have you been in the US for a while (possibly since finding out about your DV selection) and didn’t know about AOS or did you recently come into the US?
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Oh sorry. I have been in the United States since January of this year as an F1 student but I did not know much about AOS. This could have been my chance for a GC:confused:
 
Hi all,

I had an interview on Sep 22, and the status updated on Sep 23, saying card being produced. I would like to thank everyone, especially MOM for your help and support during this journey. When I apply for I485, I was in F1 and my opt was about to expire, so I applied for OPT renewal and I485 at the same time. I found many people saying, if I apply at the same time then there will be conflict and your OPT renew might get denied, but it was approved on Sep 23. So, on the same day, my both cases are approved.

Thanks again.
 
DV2021_AOS said:
Oh sorry. I have been in the United States since January of this year as an F1 student but I did not know much about AOS. This could have been my chance for a GC:confused:
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Keep an eye on the current lawsuits (Goh etc.). It's not clear exactly how the reserved visas are going to be allocated and it's possible that non-plaintiffs could have a chance for consular processing. Don't get you hopes up, but do pay attention to what's happening (follow Charles Kuck, Curtis Morrison, Greg Sisskind on social media)

Best of luck with DV2023!
 
askalexny said:
Few moments ago my online status has changed from New Card Being Produced to Case Was Approved. It says that it was approved today - on 9/24. Not sure, but hope it is a good sign.
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HEM_NEPAL said:
Hi all,

I had an interview on Sep 22, and the status updated on Sep 23, saying card being produced. I would like to thank everyone, especially MOM for your help and support during this journey. When I apply for I485, I was in F1 and my opt was about to expire, so I applied for OPT renewal and I485 at the same time. I found many people saying, if I apply at the same time then there will be conflict and your OPT renew might get denied, but it was approved on Sep 23. So, on the same day, my both cases are approved.

Thanks again.
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Congratulations, guys! That's awesome! :)
 
DV2021_AOS said:
Oh sorry. I have been in the United States since January of this year as an F1 student but I did not know much about AOS. This could have been my chance for a GC:confused:
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A similar thing happened to a close friend of mine. He knew about AOS but never bothered to check his DV entry until it was way too late to even begin the process. This was DV 2019. He was selected again in DV 2021 and got his GC earlier this year. You never know what's going to happen, but always be prepared. As you said, this could have been your chance. At least you know about this forum now, which means that if you do get another chance you will have this amazing place and these wonderful people to help you along the way. Good luck!
 
coffeemonster said:
Keep an eye on the current lawsuits (Goh etc.). It's not clear exactly how the reserved visas are going to be allocated and it's possible that non-plaintiffs could have a chance for consular processing. Don't get you hopes up, but do pay attention to what's happening (follow Charles Kuck, Curtis Morrison, Greg Sisskind on social media)

Best of luck with DV2023!
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Yes, and of course he can follow to the Master Simon, Britsimonsays videos !!
 
Hello Mom,
Luckily we were able to redo our medical exam in one day on September 23 and submitted it to the FO on 24th with the IO name on it (The IO had provided her name to make sure she receives it before the end of FY). Do I need to contact my congressman's office about checking the status of the medical and my case overall? They promised to help me if need because our interview happened to be at the end of FY.
Thank you,
 
HEM_NEPAL said:
Hi all,

I had an interview on Sep 22, and the status updated on Sep 23, saying card being produced. I would like to thank everyone, especially MOM for your help and support during this journey. When I apply for I485, I was in F1 and my opt was about to expire, so I applied for OPT renewal and I485 at the same time. I found many people saying, if I apply at the same time then there will be conflict and your OPT renew might get denied, but it was approved on Sep 23. So, on the same day, my both cases are approved.

Thanks again.
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congratulations!
 
Youn said:
Hello Mom,
Luckily we were able to redo our medical exam in one day on September 23 and submitted it to the FO on 24th with the IO name on it (The IO had provided her name to make sure she receives it before the end of FY). Do I need to contact my congressman's office about checking the status of the medical and my case overall? They promised to help me if need because our interview happened to be at the end of FY.
Thank you,
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There’s no harm in updating your congressman’s office about your development especially if they already indicated a willingness to keep helping.
 
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