If more that 540 days, what happens?

[autom1]

Do you automatically get approval if the I-485 has been pending more than 540 days? For this question, I am assuming nothing changes in the status quo (i.e., no change of address, no quitting from work, no new immigration laws, ...)

I applied for the I-485 in August 2000. My ND is Sept 20, 2000. I called INS and they told me that the I-140 actual approval letter is missing and that this is an internal issue that needs to be addressed by INS only and I can do nothing about it. The IIO also told me that I have no problems and should wait 45 days to get the I-140 actual approval letter from another office. I think after 45 my application will not be processed. Does waiting the max # of days (540 days) guarantee the GC?.

P.S. The 540 days is the max number of days for the I-485 processing by VSC.
Thank You

 

[Canadian]

No

You get no reward for the INS\' disorganisation. There are people who heard 60-90 days for I-140s at VSC who ended up waiting 220 days. No luck for them. Your only benefit is that under AC21 you are free and clear to work for who you want.

 

[autom1]

Now I know

Thank you Canadian.

I was told 3 times to wait 45 days. So every 45 days I call to only get a message to wait another 45 days for my I-485 to be finalized!!

Thank you for sharing.