Sm1smom
Super Moderator
Sounds like you got the unfortunate straw of being one of those cases that sometimes fall through the cracks for no definite reason, and I’m glad to know you took the initiative to do several follow up which eventually yielded the desired result.Just received my biometric appointment after a ridiculous wait (compared to other applicants this year) of more than four months. Never been this happy in this entire AOS process .
After NOA and before bio-metric, I chatted with Emma 3 different times (difference of 2-4 weeks) submitted one inquiry request (through USCIS website) but nothing helped. Finally, I got a chance to speak with the Tier-2 officer last week. Although he did not sound helpful on the phone, he created a service request to NBC which actually helped me to receive my biometric appointment today. I knew that my FO New Orleans has a huge backlog (like 7-8 months just for biometric) but looks like there are some available slots that they can make use of. So, if anybody is on the same boat, talking to a Tier-2 officer might help.
One Question: I might have missed but can anyone please recommend to me how early is it safe to do the bio-walkins?
A bio walk-in is an any time attempt after receiving the bio notice. There is no precise “safe” or guaranteed time. What worked for one person may not work for the other.