EB1_TSC_waiting to file 485

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arydk

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Hi everyone,

I am starting this thread for all those with EB1_I-140 approved by TSC and are waiting to file I-485.

I wish to discuss all the aspects of I-485 application process in the present time, e.g.
1. What should we do to get the paperwork ready?
2. When can the medicals be done?
3. Your experiences with the medical/vaccination
4. Birth certificate requirements
5. Any other issues needs attention?

I am aware that this issues might have been discussed in past but lets try to get the latest views and current trends.

We can also start a tracker for the EB1 cases at TSC.

Any inputs are appreciated

Arydk
 
Sure, let's start a tracker for EB-1 cases at TSC. My details in signature. Of course, you can see that I have already filed I-485, but I'll chime in anyway.
arydk said:
1. What should we do to get the paperwork ready?
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Here is the basic set of documents you need: a cover letter, I-485 (+ appropriate filing fee and 2 photos), I-765 (EAD) if you'll be needing to work (+ fee and 2 photos), I-131 (AP) if you'll be needing to travel (+ fee and 2 photos), G-325A (all 4 copies), I-693 (medical examination results in a sealed envelope). All forms with instructions downloadable at http://www.uscis.gov/graphics/formsfee/forms/index.htm. Then, a copy of your I-140 approval notice (or receipt notice if it's still pending). A copy of birth certificate with certified translation. A copy of passport visa page (actually, I've sent them copies of all passport pages, including an enlarged color copy of the biographic page as they sometimes request it in I-765 RFE). A copy of evidence of current status (I-94); I've also included all prior I-797 approval notices. An employment letter on the letterhead of the petitioning employer which confirms that the job on which the visa petition is based is still available to you; the letter must also state the salary that will be paid.
arydk said:
2. When can the medicals be done?
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Whenever you're getting ready to file your AOS package. The validity of I-693 is 1 year after the examination.
arydk said:
3. Your experiences with the medical/vaccination
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Relatively painless. You find out the civil surgeons in your area at http://www.uscis.gov/graphics/exec/cs/index.asp. They take your blood, give you vaccination shots you need (make sure to bring records of any immunization you've already received), take a skin test for tuberculosis and if that comes back positive (it usually does), you have to get a chest X-ray. More of a formality than a real hassle.
arydk said:
4. Birth certificate requirements
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If it's not in English, translate it. Get someone who's fluent in both English and your native tongue to certify the translation (I typed name, certify that I am fluent (conversant) in the English and your native languages, and that the above/attached document is an accurate translation of the document attached entitled your birth certificate. Signature, Date, Typed Name, Address). Get the certification notarized.
arydk said:
5. Any other issues needs attention?
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Well, that depends on every particular case. Although here are some useful links to check out:
- http://www.uscis.gov/graphics/howdoi/LPRApplication.htm
- http://www.uscis.gov/graphics/fieldoffices/scnational/index.htm
- http://www.immigrationportal.com/showthread.php?t=188386
- http://boards.immigrationportal.com/showthread.php?t=144100
- http://boards.immigrationportal.com/showthread.php?t=213198
- http://boards.immigrationportal.com/showthread.php?t=179191
- http://boards.immigrationportal.com/showthread.php?t=87235
(immigrationportal is such an amazing resource!!!)

I hope at least some of this helps. Good luck!
 
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civ2ru said:
Sure, let's start a tracker for EB-1 cases at TSC. My details in signature. Of course, you can see that I have already filed I-485, but I'll chime in anyway.

Here is the basic set of documents you need: a cover letter, I-485 (+ appropriate filing fee and 2 photos), I-765 (EAD) if you'll be needing to work (+ fee and 2 photos), I-131 (AP) if you'll be needing to travel (+ fee and 2 photos), G-325A (all 4 copies), I-693 (medical examination results in a sealed envelope). All forms with instructions downloadable at http://www.uscis.gov/graphics/formsfee/forms/index.htm. Then, a copy of your I-140 approval notice (or receipt notice if it's still pending). A copy of birth certificate with certified translation. A copy of passport visa page (actually, I've sent them copies of all passport pages, including an enlarged color copy of the biographic page as they sometimes request it in I-765 RFE). A copy of evidence of current status (I-94); I've also included all prior I-797 approval notices. An employment letter on the letterhead of the petitioning employer which confirms that the job on which the visa petition is based is still available to you; the letter must also state the salary that will be paid.

Whenever you're getting ready to file your AOS package. The validity of I-693 is 1 year after the examination.

Relatively painless. You find out the civil surgeons in your area at http://www.uscis.gov/graphics/exec/cs/index.asp. They take your blood, give you vaccination shots you need (make sure to bring records of any immunization you've already received), take a skin test for tuberculosis and if that comes back positive (it usually does), you have to get a chest X-ray. More of a formality than a real hassle.

If it's not in English, translate it. Get someone who's fluent in both English and your native tongue certify the translation (I typed name, certify that I am fluent (conversant) in the English and your native languages, and that the above/attached document is an accurate translation of the document attached entitled your birth certificate. Signature, Date, Typed Name, Address). Get the certification notarized.

Well, that depends on every particular case. Although here are some useful links to check out:
- http://www.uscis.gov/graphics/howdoi/LPRApplication.htm
- http://www.uscis.gov/graphics/fieldoffices/scnational/index.htm
- http://www.immigrationportal.com/showthread.php?t=188386
- http://boards.immigrationportal.com/showthread.php?t=144100
- http://boards.immigrationportal.com/showthread.php?t=213198
- http://boards.immigrationportal.com/showthread.php?t=179191
- http://boards.immigrationportal.com/showthread.php?t=87235
(immigrationportal is such an amazing resource!!!)

I hope at least some of this helps. Good luck!
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Hi Civ2ru,

Thanks a lot. This information will serve a guide for all those who will soon be filing I-485 as it will be for me.

Arydk
 
civ2ru said:
Sure, let's start a tracker for EB-1 cases at TSC. My details in signature. Of course, you can see that I have already filed I-485, but I'll chime in anyway.


Tracker for EB1 at TSC is ready and posted here. Please add your credentials in the tracker and repost it.

Thanks

Arydk
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arydk said:
civ2ru said:
Sure, let's start a tracker for EB-1 cases at TSC. My details in signature. Of course, you can see that I have already filed I-485, but I'll chime in anyway.


Tracker for EB1 at TSC is ready and posted here. Please add your credentials in the tracker and repost it.

Thanks

Arydk
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Oops forgot to attach the tracker
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Civ2ru, Thank you very much for the information that you have provided. :)

Arydk, Thank you for starting this thread. :)
 
That is great information. I have collected all the necessary documentation needed, including notarized translations of birth certificates etc. My lawyer has told me to hold off on the medicals since the validity is 1 year.
When do you guys/gals think that EB-1 will become current for Indians? Next month or from October as lot of people are anticipating?
 
DesiVidesi said:
Civ2ru, Thank you very much for the information that you have provided. :)

Arydk, Thank you for starting this thread. :)
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Hi DesiVideshi,

Thanks for your respose. And once again many thanks to Civ2ru who got out so much of information.

Please keep posting your experiences. Its always helpful.

Arydk
 
kst1 said:
That is great information. I have collected all the necessary documentation needed, including notarized translations of birth certificates etc. My lawyer has told me to hold off on the medicals since the validity is 1 year.
When do you guys/gals think that EB-1 will become current for Indians? Next month or from October as lot of people are anticipating?
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Thanks Kst1.

I hope EB1 gets current in at least in Oct. Since I have not used a lawyer to file my petition, your inputs may be very valuable to me and other's. I have not started getting the papers together but will get them soon.

Arydk
 
kst1 said:
That is great information. I have collected all the necessary documentation needed, including notarized translations of birth certificates etc. My lawyer has told me to hold off on the medicals since the validity is 1 year.
When do you guys/gals think that EB-1 will become current for Indians? Next month or from October as lot of people are anticipating?
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kst1,

your info has been added to the tracker.

Arydk
 
For civ2ru,

This is regarding the TB test coming positive. I have read this many times in this forum as well as Murthyforum. There is a great chance that the skin prick test will come +ve for Indians especially because of the BCG vaccinations we take while growing up. Now, is that something that the docs here know about and do they still insist on getting an X-ray done? What after the X-ray? Does that clear a person for suspected TB? Did you also have to take any vaccinations? I know that depending upon the person's age, some shots are not recommended/necessary. Would like to hear about your experiences? Thanks!
 
kst1,

Yes, the doctors are aware of BCG vaccinations given in many countries, but the positive skin test result could still mean TB, so I guess they are just trying to play it safe. After the chest X-ray clears, you are good to go. And you are correct, other vaccinations do depend on your age group. I had to get Td and MMR.

Attached is the updated tracker, although we do have to get the formula columns squared away (so that we don't have to manually count days from one receipt to another). Unfortunately, I'm not too familiar with Excel's ins and outs to do that. Thank you!
 
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civ2ru said:
kst1,

Attached is the updated tracker, although we do have to get the formula columns squared away (so that we don't have to manually count days from one receipt to another). Unfortunately, I'm not too familiar with Excel's ins and outs to do that. Thank you!
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I have tried to modify the tracker to self calculate the days taken for the approvals. Hope it works.

Arydk
 
Please include my case to the tracker!

I’d like to add my case details below to the tracker, please.

Michael
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Application Type: EB1-OR, Country: Worldwide
CSC I-140 RD: 11/04/2005, ND: 11/09/2005
Transferred to TSC 03/21/2006, RD: 03/29/2006, AD: 05/18/2006
LUDs: 03/22/2006, 05/17/2006, 05/18/2006, 05/22/2006, 06/24/2006
TSC I-485 RD: 06/20/2006, ND: 06/21/2006, Received 06/26/2006
Code 3 Biometrics 07/05/2006, ND 06/22/2006, Received 06/27/2006
LUDs: 06/22/2006, 07/05/2006, 07/06/2006, 07/08/2006
 
michaelhryu said:
I’d like to add my case details below to the tracker, please.

Michael
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Application Type: EB1-OR, Country: Worldwide
CSC I-140 RD: 11/04/2005, ND: 11/09/2005
Transferred to TSC 03/21/2006, RD: 03/29/2006, AD: 05/18/2006
LUDs: 03/22/2006, 05/17/2006, 05/18/2006, 05/22/2006, 06/24/2006
TSC I-485 RD: 06/20/2006, ND: 06/21/2006, Received 06/26/2006
Code 3 Biometrics 07/05/2006, ND 06/22/2006, Received 06/27/2006
LUDs: 06/22/2006, 07/05/2006, 07/06/2006, 07/08/2006
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michaelhryu,


Tracker has your information.
 
Please add additional info to the tracker!

Thanks, arydk!

My I-485 Receipt Date (RD) is 06/20/2006. Finger Print Notice Date is 06/22/2006, Finger Print Date 07/05/2006. Please add the three dates to the tracker!

Thank you again!


Michael
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Application Type: EB1-OR, Country: Worldwide
CSC I-140 RD: 11/04/2005, ND: 11/09/2005
Transferred to TSC 03/21/2006, RD: 03/29/2006, AD: 05/18/2006
LUDs: 03/22/2006, 05/17/2006, 05/18/2006, 05/22/2006, 06/24/2006
TSC I-485 RD: 06/20/2006, ND: 06/21/2006, Received 06/26/2006
Code 3 Biometrics 07/05/2006, ND 06/22/2006, Received 06/27/2006
LUDs: 06/22/2006, 07/05/2006, 07/06/2006, 07/08/2006
 
Here are my details:

Application Type: EB1-Multinational Manager

Country: India

VSC I-140 RD: 01/25/2006, ND: 01/26/06
Transferred to TSC 04/18/2006, AD: 06/26/2006
LUDs: 05/20/2006, 06/26/2006

I-485: Waiting for PD to become current
 
desimaninusa said:
Here are my details:

Application Type: EB1-Multinational Manager

Country: India

VSC I-140 RD: 01/25/2006, ND: 01/26/06
Transferred to TSC 04/18/2006, AD: 06/26/2006
LUDs: 05/20/2006, 06/26/2006

I-485: Waiting for PD to become current
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Updated tracker
 
Aug visa bulletin

Guess, its official now that some of us wont be able to file I-485 till Sept. More realistic is starting October. Could have been worse- look at india EB2 and EB3. Do you guys think that come October, this category will become current or atleast show some forward movement? Would like to know hear some opinions. Thanks!
 
EB1 current

Hurray!

EB1 for india is current in sept06.

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Visa Bulletin Employment-Based Numbers : September 2006
Posted Aug 18, 2006
©MurthyDotCom
The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has released the September 2006 Visa Bulletin, reflecting changes in certain employment-based (EB) categories: EB1 for nationals of India.

EB1 is "current" for nationals of India in the month of September. EB1 previously had a cutoff date for those charged to India. With this change, all of EB1 is current as of September 1, 2006. This means that there are enough visa numbers for all EB1 cases, regardless of priority date, and that an individual in the EB1 category may file an I-485 application, if s/he is in the U.S. Along with this, one may file the EAD to be able to work in the U.S. and the Advance Parole to travel abroad and reenter the U.S.


Arydk
 
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