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assylum said:
That is why I said that people who were able to pick up the decision within 2 weeks are very very very very lucky regardless of the outcome.

For those unlucky people who were told the result will be mailed, they have to go through one or more of the following options.

1. Waiting
2. More waiting
3. Endless waiting.
4. See a doctor to help you avoid serious health problems as a result of stress and endless waiting.

Option 3 and 4 are equivalent to mental torture. It is sad that they let people go to option 3 and 4.
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Hi there!
Since today I'm a registered user and can post!))) Yeaaahhhhh!
Here is the story, seems like I'm the only one here who came from former USSR! But still! All of your stories are so inspired, couldn't resist the willing to register and share my story with u!!!!
I just submitted my I-589 in February, but it was returned to me, because I-589 was not completely filled up. Questions #6 and 24, I needed to say none and put my parents current address. At first when I got back my papers I was freaking out, but then i simply did what I have to and resubmitted the package. Few days ago i received a notice of receipt. Now waiting for the finger prints appointment.
I prepared my case by my own. and it was so complicated. nervous. I came here as J-1 student then changed my status to B-2, and then to F-1. situation in my country recently changed, became more worse. I joined the political party that was in the government at that time, 2007, but after the presidential election all of us became an opposition to the new government. It happened in mid 2010, but in October 2011 a numeral criminal cases were opened against political opposition. Our leader was sentenced to 7 years in prison. My relatives were beaten 3 times for their political activities. I also didn't give up and was writing articles about this injustice, but government forces became aware of my situation and started threaten me via e-mails that they will punish me and all my relatives. i am already a target for them, I even didn't cross the border yet. i am afraid what will happen to me if will be returned in there. BUT, as I mentioned I am filing for asylum after 1 year deadline and i was not persecuted before. as I said when I was leaving the country our leader was in government and everything was fine, we all supported the leader.

Sorry for taking your time. any advice or thoughts?
Thank you for prompt attention to my matter!!))))0
 
raspberry.ms said:
Hi there!
Since today I'm a registered user and can post!))) Yeaaahhhhh!
Here is the story, seems like I'm the only one here who came from former USSR! But still! All of your stories are so inspired, couldn't resist the willing to register and share my story with u!!!!
I just submitted my I-589 in February, but it was returned to me, because I-589 was not completely filled up. Questions #6 and 24, I needed to say none and put my parents current address. At first when I got back my papers I was freaking out, but then i simply did what I have to and resubmitted the package. Few days ago i received a notice of receipt. Now waiting for the finger prints appointment.
I prepared my case by my own. and it was so complicated. nervous. I came here as J-1 student then changed my status to B-2, and then to F-1. situation in my country recently changed, became more worse. I joined the political party that was in the government at that time, 2007, but after the presidential election all of us became an opposition to the new government. It happened in mid 2010, but in October 2011 a numeral criminal cases were opened against political opposition. Our leader was sentenced to 7 years in prison. My relatives were beaten 3 times for their political activities. I also didn't give up and was writing articles about this injustice, but government forces became aware of my situation and started threaten me via e-mails that they will punish me and all my relatives. i am already a target for them, I even didn't cross the border yet. i am afraid what will happen to me if will be returned in there. BUT, as I mentioned I am filing for asylum after 1 year deadline and i was not persecuted before. as I said when I was leaving the country our leader was in government and everything was fine, we all supported the leader.

Sorry for taking your time. any advice or thoughts?
Thank you for prompt attention to my matter!!))))0
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Hi,

First of all there are some more people on this forum who are from the USSR. I've seen some.

As I could understand from the above, you most likely from Ukraine, huh. The 7 years sentence for Ms. Tymoshenko was for real crimes she has done in the past, although generally it was a political case.

I'm not sure what forces are after you as it's relatively quite there nowadays. Hope you have enough evidence to support your case. But if I were you, I'd find an immigration attorney as my most concern is the 1 year deadline, which you lost...I guess it may be a reason for the USCIS to deny the case.

But nonetheless I'm sure you'll be ok! Just keep us posted how everything goes.

Cheers!

P.S. Please stop posting the same posts in different threads. Don't be an ***!

P.P.S. You're from LA, aren't you?
 
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nardoswiss said:
Hi,

First of all there are some more people on this forum who are from the USSR. I've seen some.

As I could understand from the above, you most likely from Ukraine, huh. The 7 years sentence for Ms. Tymoshenko was for real crimes she has done in the past, although generally it was a political case.

I'm not sure what forces are after you as it's relatively quite there nowadays. Hope you have enough evidence to support your case. But if I were you, I'd find an immigration attorney as my most concern is the 1 year deadline, which you lost...I guess it may be a reason for the USCIS to deny the case.

But nonetheless I'm sure you'll be ok! Just keep us posted how everything goes.

Cheers!

P.S. Please stop posting the same posts in different threads. Don't be an ***!

P.P.S. You're from LA, aren't you?
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Hi there!Thank u for response. Maybe there are people from former USSR, I don't know, I'v just never read their posts. The reason why Ms. Tymoshenko was sentenced to 7 years is not a crime, it's repression of political opposition. The concern about political motivated persecution already expressed EU and US. And it's not just about her, it's all about people who surround her, who supported her, we all get punished too. If u are from Ukraine, then let me ask u a question when was the last time u were there? If u are not, then please tell me how can u judge for what Ms. Tymoshenko was sentenced? I know that because since that time all activists were from the party were put under the pressure.
And I don't understand why everybody talking about how strong case should be based on past persecution. A question, looks like I should go home-get killed or imprisonment for just belonging to an opposition party and then it will be strong enough for ...
BTW, I posted here because I wanted someone to respond, since in the awaiting asylum thread is quite now, I did it here. Don't see a big issue. Sorry if I did smth wrong.
And I am not from LA just so u know.
 
raspberry.ms said:
Hi there!Thank u for response. Maybe there are people from former USSR, I don't know, I'v just never read their posts. The reason why Ms. Tymoshenko was sentenced to 7 years is not a crime, it's repression of political opposition. The concern about political motivated persecution already expressed EU and US. And it's not just about her, it's all about people who surround her, who supported her, we all get punished too. If u are from Ukraine, then let me ask u a question when was the last time u were there? If u are not, then please tell me how can u judge for what Ms. Tymoshenko was sentenced? I know that because since that time all activists were from the party were put under the pressure.
And I don't understand why everybody talking about how strong case should be based on past persecution. A question, looks like I should go home-get killed or imprisonment for just belonging to an opposition party and then it will be strong enough for ...
BTW, I posted here because I wanted someone to respond, since in the awaiting asylum thread is quite now, I did it here. Don't see a big issue. Sorry if I did smth wrong.
And I am not from LA just so u know.
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Hey,

First of all - I'm not from the Ukraine. Huh. The crimes Ms Tymoshenko has done in the past are well known and in the EU and in the US. As I mentioned - her current sentence is a political case, but no doubt about her other activities. Trust me, I know who she is quite well. Unfortunately I also know what's going on in the former USSR (because of my job). But it's not the point. The point was mentioned in my previous post. If you don't like my questions and etc., so bad for you, as you can expect them asked (and not only them) by an immigration officer. Huh.

Once again - my advice is to get as much evidence as you can and talk to an lawyer about the missed deadline.

My best wishes to you and only good luck. I really hope you'll be approved.
 
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nardoswiss said:
Hey,

First of all - I'm not from the Ukraine. Huh. The crimes Ms Tymoshenko has done in the past are well known and in the EU and in the US. As I mentioned - her current sentence is a political case, but no doubt about her other activities. Trust me, I know who is she quite well. Unfortunately I also know what's going on in the former USSR (because of my job). But it's not the point. The point was mentioned in my previous post. If you don't like my questions and etc., so bad for you, as you can expect them asked (and not only them) by an immigration officer. Huh.

Once again - my advice is to get as much evidence as you can and talk to an lawyer about the missed deadline.

My best wishes to you and only good luck. I really hope you'll be approved.
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Unfortunately, I've spoken to two lawyers and paid them for the consultations, but I ended up hearing the same, what I already knew. I don't know, maybe I just didn't find a right one. Ok., Mr. what are u gonna say about Mr. Lutsenko who was also charged and sentenced to several years? O what are u gonna say about Mr. Klimentev who disappeared?There are hundreds of us in and from Ukraine, we can not even defend ourselves just because the persecutors are very often police themselves!!!
Interesting, what kind of job do u have? And which country u are from, if u so easily disclosed mine . Because I didn't mention mine. Thank u for your wishes I just wanted some advice, more than referral to the lawyer.
 
I was granted political asylum yesterday!!!!!!!!!!!!

I was granted political asylum yesterday!!!!!!!!!!!! It took me 2 month from the filing date to the date when i picked up my decision. I am so happy. BTWY, I did everything by my own AND I was in the country for 3 years. I did not hire an interpreter, attorney, expert.
I have my relatives back home who are suffering persecution and I am so upset at the same time.
i wish everyone in this forum good luck. Never give up!!!
 
raspberry.ms said:
I was granted political asylum yesterday!!!!!!!!!!!! It took me 2 month from the filing date to the date when i picked up my decision. I am so happy. BTWY, I did everything by my own AND I was in the country for 3 years. I did not hire an interpreter, attorney, expert.
I have my relatives back home who are suffering persecution and I am so upset at the same time.
i wish everyone in this forum good luck. Never give up!!!
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Congratulations on your approval, very luck!
Since you applied after 1 year deadline, did the officer verify your J-1 visa application that you filed with your consulate with you and ask any questions about any parts of J-1 application form?
 
No questions about J-1 or F-1

There was no questions related to my F-1 or J-1 visa, we just went through the dates written on my application and if some information was incorrect the officer corrected it. I wish everyone will get such a blessing. Now my life is safe. You should never give up. I did my best and now I have the results and took as I said 2 month.
 
Hi crystal.
I think you answered your Question in the post: "They have their own agents and can be aware of my activities."
you need to show some cases which are in the same situation as you are, and they arrested after return to your country. search and study reports and news about your country and collect related reports and testimony's.
Btw,where are you from?
wish you good luck


crystal34 said:
Hi everybody,

I am a political asylum seeker and I am going to file my application in first days of summer, this year. I have a question.
I never been prosecuted in my country. Although I had political activities. But my serious political activities started in
USA since I came here. I am not sure if my government know about my activities here or not. It is 50 50 they might know or not. Would you please help me about the officer question on how your government would know you are involve in political activities here? Do you have any experience or suggestions? I would be so happy to hear that.

Although I am uncertain about my government knowledge, but I NEVER take the risk to go back to my country. Because if they know they will arrest me and take me to jail and.....

They have their own agents and can be aware of my activities.

Would you please help me in this regard? what is your advice?
Do I have the chance of winning my case?
Thank you very much for your help. I appreciate it.
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Hey Bro
you have to answer couple of questions before anybody could help you ,, like :
1-what is your status ? are you legally existed or not and when did come to the states ?
2- did you visit any other country beside the U.S. after you started your activities ?
3- a good part of decision depends of the country situation , i mean , did your government famous of persecuting oppositions ?
did you have colleagues or friends or relatives suffered from persecuting because of their activities ?
4- does your activity very clear on media and you are taking a famous position against your government ?
5-did you receive threatens ? by msg by calls or FB !!

there are a lot of questions , your case seems to be weak at the first sight ,, but if you answer these questions the way i imagine , i might have another opinion
 
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