DV 2025 AOS (Adjustment of Status) Process Only

[Xmb]

Please excuse the question, I just want to make 100% sure:
Nothing besides the ASC bio notice and valid ID (DL/passport) must be brought to the appointment?

 

[omarsn93]

Please excuse the question, I just want to make 100% sure:
Nothing besides the ASC bio notice and valid ID (DL/passport) must be brought to the appointment?

If you rescheduled bring the original notice.

 

[EmmsW]

what do you mean no decision has been made? Are you in administrative processing? There is always a decision made, sometimes it takes a while

anyway yes if kcc has sent your file to a consulate and it’s being processed it can’t send it for aos as well

That is correct. Like the proverbial saying, you can't eat your cake and still have it intact.

@SusieQQQ @Sm1smom

I have a CP interview going to be scheduled in Montreal this January (probably sometime around Trump's inauguration lol - my CN is treading the current numbers). I am concerned about 221g/DS-5535 because it's Montreal. If that drags out and Trump shuts down the embassies, it's game over for me. Can I have another relief where I enter the US and do AOS? I understand the implications of immigrant intent.

In one of the FAQs on the AOS spreadsheet, it says I can ask the consulate to send my file the USCIS Field Office. Can I still do that with a pending 221g/DS-5535 post interview in MTL? Technically, it sounds like yes. I enter the US, I ask the MTL embassy to please send the file to the USCIS FO and carry over the jurisdiction?

If not, can I just ask KCC to do AOS instead of CP, skip the CP interview, and then do AOS months later when I'm ready to enter the US during the FY? I'm sorry but I'm in a huge pickle and need some advice. I am in borderline dangerous territory with this.

 

[Sm1smom]

@SusieQQQ @Sm1smom

I have a CP interview going to be scheduled in Montreal this January (probably sometime around Trump's inauguration lol - my CN is treading the current numbers). I am concerned about 221g/DS-5535 because it's Montreal. If that drags out and Trump shuts down the embassies, it's game over for me. Can I have another relief where I enter the US and do AOS? I understand the implications of immigrant intent.

In one of the FAQs on the AOS spreadsheet, it says I can ask the consulate to send my file the USCIS Field Office. Can I still do that with a pending 221g/DS-5535 post interview in MTL? Technically, it sounds like yes. I enter the US, I ask the MTL embassy to please send the file to the USCIS FO and carry over the jurisdiction?

If not, can I just ask KCC to do AOS instead of CP, skip the CP interview, and then do AOS months later when I'm ready to enter the US during the FY? I'm sorry but I'm in a huge pickle and need some advice. I am in borderline dangerous territory with this.

The possibility of switching from CP to AOS which you’re referencing is pre CP interview, that option is no longer available post interview. I mean ask yourself, why would an embassy that is working on determining your admissibility to the US be willing to transfer your case to the US to enable you go complete the process inside the country?

 

[Deli]

hello AOS journey Family,

I had a chat with Emma and the live agent confirmed my case processing might take up to July 31, 2025.considering I have FJT process I really wish thing be done before January. when is the right time to start congressional inquiry ? USCIS received my case on October 4th,2024

thank you

 

[Xmb]

@SusieQQQ @Sm1smom

I have a CP interview going to be scheduled in Montreal this January (probably sometime around Trump's inauguration lol - my CN is treading the current numbers). I am concerned about 221g/DS-5535 because it's Montreal. If that drags out and Trump shuts down the embassies, it's game over for me. Can I have another relief where I enter the US and do AOS? I understand the implications of immigrant intent.

In one of the FAQs on the AOS spreadsheet, it says I can ask the consulate to send my file the USCIS Field Office. Can I still do that with a pending 221g/DS-5535 post interview in MTL? Technically, it sounds like yes. I enter the US, I ask the MTL embassy to please send the file to the USCIS FO and carry over the jurisdiction?

If not, can I just ask KCC to do AOS instead of CP, skip the CP interview, and then do AOS months later when I'm ready to enter the US during the FY? I'm sorry but I'm in a huge pickle and need some advice. I am in borderline dangerous territory with this.

With certainty, Trump will not cause a shut down of embassies, and especially not in Canada. As @Sm1smom said, you will not be able to switch so deep down into the process, so best is to decide now.

 

[Xmb]

hello AOS journey Family,

I had a chat with Emma and the live agent confirmed my case processing might take up to July 31, 2025.considering I have FJT process I really wish thing be done before January. when is the right time to start congressional inquiry ? USCIS received my case on October 4th,2024

thank you

What did they base this timeframe on? This might just be a generic answer. I am curious to hear if others here know more.

 

[Sm1smom]

hello AOS journey Family,

I had a chat with Emma and the live agent confirmed my case processing might take up to July 31, 2025.considering I have FJT process I really wish thing be done before January. when is the right time to start congressional inquiry ? USCIS received my case on October 4th,2024

thank you

The agent provided you with information about the average processing time for AOS cases in general which is typically not applicable to DV based AOS processing. Take a look at all of the past Timeline spreadsheets we have in place to get an idea of your specific FO’s average processing time.

It is way too early for anyone to be talking about congressional inquiries IMO.

 

[Deli]

Hello AOS journey Family ,

I have emailed KCC the attached screenshot to inform them I will process FTJ for my family once my AOS is approved as such the DV processing fee is only paid for me and they replied with

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
'''''Thank you for your inquiry.

The information you provided has been included in your case file for review.'''''

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

is this all expected all do I need to send them separated new email again ?

thank you

 

[Sm1smom]

Hello AOS journey Family ,

I have emailed KCC the attached screenshot to inform them I will process FTJ for my family once my AOS is approved as such the DV processing fee is only paid for me and they replied with

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
'''''Thank you for your inquiry.

The information you provided has been included in your case file for review.'''''

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

is this all expected all do I need to send them separated new email again ?

thank you

That is all you can do for now.

 

[EmmsW]

The possibility of switching from CP to AOS which you’re referencing is pre CP interview, that option is no longer available post interview. I mean ask yourself, why would an embassy that is working on determining your admissibility to the US be willing to transfer your case to the US to enable you go complete the process inside the country?

That is all well and good but why would USCIS need the "file/case" from Montreal? If a fully submitted USCIS application package alongside the supporting documentation, wouldn't this be the jurisdiction of USCIS at this point? in the FAQ, its even mentioned that you don't even need to submit the DS-260. Of course it would still get messy as I have to declare in the I-485 that my case is pending in Montreal and they may not like that and stall it.

I just don't understand why would USCIS need anything from the embassy.

Weighing all the odds together, it sounds like sticking with CP is better even with the presence of Trump and potential use of DS-5535/221(g).

1. No immigrant intent issues
2. Cheaper and easier
3. Don't have to screw/stall my life and education sitting in the US with no source of income or resources just waiting for things to fall into place.

 

[omarsn93]

guys, i don't remember if i write my name and A number in part 14 in form i-485. since i received the acceptance letter and did my bio, is there any risk of rejection anymore due to this?

 

[Sm1smom]

That is all well and good but why would USCIS need the "file/case" from Montreal? If a fully submitted USCIS application package alongside the supporting documentation, wouldn't this be the jurisdiction of USCIS at this point? in the FAQ, its even mentioned that you don't even need to submit the DS-260. Of course it would still get messy as I have to declare in the I-485 that my case is pending in Montreal and they may not like that and stall it.

I just don't understand why would USCIS need anything from the embassy.

Weighing all the odds together, it sounds like sticking with CP is better even with the presence of Trump and potential use of DS-5535/221(g).

1. No immigrant intent issues
2. Cheaper and easier
3. Don't have to screw/stall my life and education sitting in the US with no source of income or resources just waiting for things to fall into place.

Because there’s something called the “KCC file” which USCIS will require from the KCC before a DV based AOS application can be approved. It is the same file the KCC sends over to the embassy once a CP interview gets scheduled. The FO will need that file from the embassy since the KCC would have already forwarded the file to the embassy. The KCC file, at a minimum, contains your eDV entry application, AOS payment fee receipt, even if no DS260 is submitted for AOS processing.

Considering you’re not currently based in the US, your only legal option as of today is CP as already pointed out to you way back in May when you first came to this forum.

 

[Sm1smom]

guys, i don't remember if i write my name and A number in part 14 in form i-485. since i received the acceptance letter and did my bio, is there any risk of rejection anymore due to this?

You’ve already passed the stage of case rejection if you’ve already received your acceptance notice.

 

[EmmsW]

Because there’s something called the “KCC file” which USCIS will require from the KCC before a DV based AOS application can be approved. It is the same file the KCC sends over to the embassy once a CP interview gets scheduled. The FO will need that file from the embassy since the KCC would have already forwarded the file to the embassy. The KCC file, at a minimum, contains your eDV entry application, AOS payment fee receipt, even if no DS260 is submitted for AOS processing.

Considering you’re not currently based in the US, your only legal option as of today is CP as already pointed out to you way back in May when you first came to this forum.

Thank you. I am going to cross my fingers and hope things go well with CP.

 

[Deli]

Hello AOS Family ,

I already gave bio and Emma confirmed the same but I just received another appointment .

1, is this normal ?
2, do I need to go again ?



Thank you

 

[Xmb]

Hello AOS Family ,

I already gave bio and Emma confirmed the same but I just received another appointment .

1, is this normal ?
2, do I need to go again ?



Thank you

Did you reschedule earlier? How did you receive the appointment?

 

[Sm1smom]

Hello AOS Family ,

I already gave bio and Emma confirmed the same but I just received another appointment .

1, is this normal ?
2, do I need to go again ?



Thank you

If you did not reschedule and the notice you received is the second one you received by mail, then yes it is quite normal. It means they had difficulties reading your previously collected bio. So yes, you need to redo the bio.

 

[Xmb]

If you did not reschedule and the notice you received is the second one you received by mail, then yes it is quite normal. It means they had difficulties reading your previously collected bio. So yes, you need to redo the bio.

So after rescheduling one notice by mail is to be disregarded? Will the notice indicate issues with the previous biometrics if they have to redo it?

 

[Sm1smom]

So after rescheduling one notice by mail is to be disregarded? Will the notice indicate issues with the previous biometrics if they have to redo it?

1. If the original bio notice (which had already been mailed) shows up after an applicant rescheduled online to an earlier date (before the mailed notice was received), then the notice that shows up can be ignored.
2. No.