Silverwolf
Member
Chicago.
DV 2024 AOS (Adjustment of Status) Process Only
- Thread starter Sm1smom
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Hi all and mom,
First of all, thank you for all the information and support you have been providing. This is really a solid source of information for anyone who is looking for help and clarification for their questions.
My quick question is about the ZIP+4 digit numbers. Most of the time, I receive mails with my ZIP+4 digit numbers (extension) written on them. E.g. 12345-1234. When I'm asked about my address in forms of any sort, should I be including that 4 digits at the end or will 5-digit ZIP code will suffice? I've been sending and receiving mails with my (5-digit) zip so far with no issues but just wanted to check with you all on this. I feel like adding it will complicate things but I also wonder if it makes it easier for mails to route faster. Thanks!
First of all, thank you for all the information and support you have been providing. This is really a solid source of information for anyone who is looking for help and clarification for their questions.
My quick question is about the ZIP+4 digit numbers. Most of the time, I receive mails with my ZIP+4 digit numbers (extension) written on them. E.g. 12345-1234. When I'm asked about my address in forms of any sort, should I be including that 4 digits at the end or will 5-digit ZIP code will suffice? I've been sending and receiving mails with my (5-digit) zip so far with no issues but just wanted to check with you all on this. I feel like adding it will complicate things but I also wonder if it makes it easier for mails to route faster. Thanks!
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
From personal experience, inclusion of the additional 4 digits does not necessarily make mail routing any faster than having just the initial 5 digits of the zip code. You can include it if you like, not something I ever bothered with unless specifically requested.
Thank you Mom. Also, another quick question if you don't mind. Is there a specific reason to use cashier checks to make the DV fee or can we use personal checks as well (step 5)?
F3- India
priority date - 15 september 2009
approved - 10 march 2010
Date of birth - 01 november 2000
priority date is current {waiting for interview to be scheduled}
Got mail to pay the fees, Paid all the fees and documents submitted. They have also accepted my fees but below it was written "we have updated for accompaning but We cannot guarantee that the applicant will qualify for CSPA act. At interview the consular may find ineligible"
priority date - 15 september 2009
approved - 10 march 2010
Date of birth - 01 november 2000
priority date is current {waiting for interview to be scheduled}
Got mail to pay the fees, Paid all the fees and documents submitted. They have also accepted my fees but below it was written "we have updated for accompaning but We cannot guarantee that the applicant will qualify for CSPA act. At interview the consular may find ineligible"
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
If you open up the form for making the payment, you’ll see it specifically lists Cashier’s Check or Money Order as the recommended forms of payment.
oh I see, thank you! Do you know of anyone who paid with personal checks before? I'm a bit far from the bank office and I think it is easier to keep track of whether the amount is cashed or not. Any experience you have heard is greatly appreciated. Thanks again.
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
Cashier’s Check and Money Order can easily be tracked too for when the payment gets processed. Also, Money Order can be obtained from the post office by the way.
I see, thank you. Sorry, another annoying question. Do you think the paper size should always be A4? I ended up printing some documents on US letter size paper. I'm wondering if there is any guidance about it.
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
Personally, I’d use the US Letter size 8.5 by 11.
msl_8924
New Member
Hello,
Sorry if this question has been answered before..
Since I filed the G1145 I received the receipt after mailing my documents via text message and later received I-797C in the mail. For future notices such as biometrics and interview will I receive a text as well or will it only me through the mail?
Sorry if this question has been answered before..
Since I filed the G1145 I received the receipt after mailing my documents via text message and later received I-797C in the mail. For future notices such as biometrics and interview will I receive a text as well or will it only me through the mail?
You can use your receipt number to login USCIS to see your progress. For biometrics and interview, you will receive a mail from USCIS not text.
gruss
Member
You asked about "any guidance".
You can check :
USCIS "Tips for Filing Forms by Mail"
P.s. Google it. For some reason I can't attach web links [*Your content can not be submitted. This is likely because your content is spam-like or contains inappropriate elements.*]
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Sm1smom
Super Moderator
The SASE is meant for mailing back the receipt after the payment has been processed.
Hello Mom
We are in the process of submitting our DV packets with our lawyer since our case number has become current. My husband is the primary applicant. He is currently on OPT and has an EAD valid till Sept 2024. My doubt is:
1. The lawyer is filing for a fresh I 765 for my husband . Is this required since my husband already has an EAD?
2. We wanted to submit my husbands current salary slips and W2 forms in order to prove that we won’t become public charge (along with i485). But the lawyer says no need to do that since it might cause confusion as we are filing for i765.
Thanks
We are in the process of submitting our DV packets with our lawyer since our case number has become current. My husband is the primary applicant. He is currently on OPT and has an EAD valid till Sept 2024. My doubt is:
1. The lawyer is filing for a fresh I 765 for my husband . Is this required since my husband already has an EAD?
2. We wanted to submit my husbands current salary slips and W2 forms in order to prove that we won’t become public charge (along with i485). But the lawyer says no need to do that since it might cause confusion as we are filing for i765.
Thanks
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
1. The DV AOS based EAD card becomes useless effective Oct. 1st 2024 (assuming your AOS application has not yet been adjudicated by then). So ask your lawyer what is the purpose of the AOS based EAD which he's planning on filing for your spouse.
2. I do not see any question here.
p.s. Your lawyer doesn't seem knowledgeable with DV based AOS applications. Not sure as to why you decided to hire one anyways, considering the wealth of information readily available for free in this forum.
Hello Mom, I have a few questions:
1- Is it advisable to include the Visa Bulletin in AOS package, along with the Early Filing Memo, or could that be perceived as disrespectful to the officer?
2-I got the Tax Return Transcript from the IRS Online account; is this sufficient, or should I also include my 1040 Forms?
3-Having changed jobs in the past few months, should I include the pay slip from my most recent previous job, in addition to the W-2 form?
4-Just to clarify, as the beneficiary in form I-134, I should not complete and sign Part 4, correct?
5-Since I've already submitted my DS-260, would be including my submission confirmation be problematic?
6-Is it necessary to include the last six months' pay slips from my sponsor as well?
1- Is it advisable to include the Visa Bulletin in AOS package, along with the Early Filing Memo, or could that be perceived as disrespectful to the officer?
2-I got the Tax Return Transcript from the IRS Online account; is this sufficient, or should I also include my 1040 Forms?
3-Having changed jobs in the past few months, should I include the pay slip from my most recent previous job, in addition to the W-2 form?
4-Just to clarify, as the beneficiary in form I-134, I should not complete and sign Part 4, correct?
5-Since I've already submitted my DS-260, would be including my submission confirmation be problematic?
6-Is it necessary to include the last six months' pay slips from my sponsor as well?
Sm1smom
Super Moderator
1. Not necessary - if you take a look at the "AOS Package" tab of the AOS Process Spreadsheet, you will see the VB is not one of the items recommended for inclusion in the AOS package.
2, 3, 6. Please take a look at the "AOS Package" tab of the AOS Process Spreadsheet for further guidance on recommended evidence of financial support documents.
4. The instruction says: "If you are the beneficiary and are filing Form I-134 on your own behalf, complete and sign Part 4." - meaning if someone else is providing you with the I-134, you as the beneficiary are not required to sign Part 4 of the form.
5. It serves no purpose, include if you like.