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CallousBear said:
Hi @Sm1smom I was hoping to get some clarification on birth certificate. My birth certificate has my mother's last name as her name after marriage but she never legally changed her name and everywhere else uses her birth last name. I've asked the birth certificate issued office to make a new document clarifying the mistake in the name. Will there be a problem on this issue?
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There shouldn’t be a problem
 
Sm1smom said:
In this case, yes.
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Mom, thank you for your help, I appreciate it.

In reply to this email, I requested unlocking my DS-260 to change the IV location from CP to AOS. They responded as my case is current (actually not, it will be current in March) they cannot make any changes and that I need to request it from my consulate.

Is it absolutely necessary to try to transfer the file to USCIS? I will already fill out I-485.
 
Yecoww said:
Mom, thank you for your help, I appreciate it.

In reply to this email, I requested unlocking my DS-260 to change the IV location from CP to AOS. They responded as my case is current (actually not, it will be current in March) they cannot make any changes and that I need to request it from my consulate.

Is it absolutely necessary to try to transfer the file to USCIS? I will already fill out I-485.
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Even if your CN wasn't/isn't current, you will not be able to change the previously selected interview option on the DS260 form itself (even if KCC unlocks the form). That section will always display the initially selected option when the DS260 form was submitted. That is why the AOS spreadsheet did not suggest contacting the KCC and requesting to unlock the DS260 form in order to change the selection. That only thing necessary is to email KCC to inform them of the decision to switch from CP to AOS (or vice versa) (which you already did) and wait for their response acknowledging their awareness of your decision to switch (which they also did). Your follow-up email was unnecessary, it can lead to needless complications or some nonsensical response as you're now seeing.

And yes, USCIS must have the KCC file before any DV based AOS application can be approved. For as long as the KCC does not go ahead and schedule you for a CP interview, you can safely assume your case file is still with them and not yet transferred to your CP consulate.
 
Hello, I'm helping a friend with his application for AOS. He's current as of this month, but we ran into a problem - he's currently in STEM OPT, and switched employers after his STEM OPT approval. He notified appropriately, and filled out the necessary forms, but didn't request a new I-20. I can't seem to get a clear answer on whether or not he actually needs a new I-20 for the purpose of this application to adjust status or not, as he switched jobs after STEM OPT approval. Additionally, he hasn't gotten a receipt notice of his DV payment from the state department, and it's now been several weeks. What is the typical timeline looking like for receiving that receipt? Finally, for the public charge issue, are paystubs sufficient to prove employment (and employability shown through a graduate STEM degree), or does he need additional evidence? Thank you!
 
modernvintage said:
Hello, I'm helping a friend with his application for AOS. He's current as of this month, but we ran into a problem - he's currently in STEM OPT, and switched employers after his STEM OPT approval. He notified appropriately, and filled out the necessary forms, but didn't request a new I-20. I can't seem to get a clear answer on whether or not he actually needs a new I-20 for the purpose of this application to adjust status or not, as he switched jobs after STEM OPT approval. Additionally, he hasn't gotten a receipt notice of his DV payment from the state department, and it's now been several weeks. What is the typical timeline looking like for receiving that receipt? Finally, for the public charge issue, are paystubs sufficient to prove employment (and employability shown through a graduate STEM degree), or does he need additional evidence? Thank you!
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1. I don’t know.
2. DV payment receipt receivable is anywhere between a couple of days to several weeks. Some have reported waiting a couple of months though. Take a look at the Timeline spreadsheet (both current and past years) to see what has been reported to date.
3. Take a look at the AOS Process Spreadsheet.
 
Hey everyone, I need a help. I am doing a job here in USA. Do I still need to submit evidence of financial support (form I-864)? I am only considering submitting bank statement and W2.
 
Merobau said:
Hey everyone, I need a help. I am doing a job here in USA. Do I still need to submit evidence of financial support (form I-864)? I am only considering submitting bank statement and W2.
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An I-864 is not applicable to DV based AOS. Take a look at the AOS Process Spreadsheet to see the list of recommended financial support documents.
 
i have qa question regarding ins245i physical presence- according to that law a petitioner /applicant for aos must establish physical presence in usa on dec 21 2000. does anyone know what documents uscis accepts to meet this requirement, thx
 
Hi, In my birth certificate my father surname is different than in my education document. Do I need to submit any document proving it is the same person.
 
megha_ said:
Hi, In my birth certificate my father surname is different than in my education document. Do I need to submit any document proving it is the same person.
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If you have any supporting document you might as well have it with you in the interview.
 
Hi,

I collected all my documents to file my adjustment of status. However, I have a problem with translating documents from my native language to English. I have explained the case in previous posts, but I want to give brief information. The documents were translated in my country and notarized there. The translation and notary certification are tied to a copy of the document to prevent replacing and substituting pages. However, USCIS states that we shouldn't mail a document that might be hard to detach from staples. Therefore I think sending them after making a new copy of them without opening staples and ribbons. On the other hand, I can open the ribbon which will damage the approval of the notary but considering that USCIS doesn't require notarization this might not be a problem.

1. Which way do you think is right to follow?

In my country, translations don't come with a certification of translation page. Translated document only has a sentence stating who did the translation and the translator's signature. On the next page, a notary approves that the person who did the translation is a certified translator in the country.

2. If I include a copy of the notary approval of the translator in my file, will it be considered a certified translation and be enough to use instead of the translation certification letter (e.g. a letter starting with "I, [fullname], hereby attest that I am a certified translator ...")?

3. Or do you think that I have to translate them again here? (To be honest, this way is more costly compared to the cost of translation in my country. However, if this is the only option, I will do it)

4. All translations are in A4 paper, which is the regular format in my country. USCIS states on its website that all documents should be in the letter size. Do you think that including an A4 paper is problematic?

P.S. If I didn't describe the translation and the notary approval procedure in our country well, I can attach an example picture. Please let me know if needed.

Thanks for your time!!!
 
In case this helps anyone, I pre-emptively included a signed note to KCC with my dv payment asking if they would kindly email a copy of my receipt to me in addition to sending it back via the SASE.

I included the same email address of mine on file with them, my case number etc.

My SASE tracker hasn't activated (though its been less than 3 weeks since cashed), but I actually receipt a copy of the receipt via email today.
 
AzarUmudov said:
Hi,

I collected all my documents to file my adjustment of status. However, I have a problem with translating documents from my native language to English. I have explained the case in previous posts, but I want to give brief information. The documents were translated in my country and notarized there. The translation and notary certification are tied to a copy of the document to prevent replacing and substituting pages. However, USCIS states that we shouldn't mail a document that might be hard to detach from staples. Therefore I think sending them after making a new copy of them without opening staples and ribbons. On the other hand, I can open the ribbon which will damage the approval of the notary but considering that USCIS doesn't require notarization this might not be a problem.

1. Which way do you think is right to follow?

In my country, translations don't come with a certification of translation page. Translated document only has a sentence stating who did the translation and the translator's signature. On the next page, a notary approves that the person who did the translation is a certified translator in the country.

2. If I include a copy of the notary approval of the translator in my file, will it be considered a certified translation and be enough to use instead of the translation certification letter (e.g. a letter starting with "I, [fullname], hereby attest that I am a certified translator ...")?

3. Or do you think that I have to translate them again here? (To be honest, this way is more costly compared to the cost of translation in my country. However, if this is the only option, I will do it)

4. All translations are in A4 paper, which is the regular format in my country. USCIS states on its website that all documents should be in the letter size. Do you think that including an A4 paper is problematic?

P.S. If I didn't describe the translation and the notary approval procedure in our country well, I can attach an example picture. Please let me know if needed.

Thanks for your time!!!
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Considering Susie and I did respond to these same set of questions (more or less) back in September 2022, I'm sorry I cannot devote more time to this issue. I think you should just follow your instincts at this point if the previously provided responses are not to your satisfaction.
 
megha_ said:
Hi, In my birth certificate my father surname is different than in my education document. Do I need to submit any document proving it is the same person.
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megha_ said:
Thank you @Blade_ . Should I include a copy with I-485 application. Will it create confusion?
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You need to stop stressing over a non-issue (IMO). @Blade_ already told you to plan on taking the document your interview if you think it might be needed.
 
Makee said:
Do I need to sign I-134 with my full name?
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Full name, regular signature? It really doesn't matter - you can use any option you feel comfortable with. The most important thing is to ensure the forms are signed in ink (not typed in)
 
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