Question about stamp

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little_hope

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Hello every one. I'm long timer reader of this forum. Just figured out how to post.
I have a question about stamp. After you get GC approved, do you have to go get a stamp on your passport or whatever card? Or can you just wait for the card to come in mail?
Thanks in advance. :)
 
little_hope said:
Hello every one. I'm long timer reader of this forum. Just figured out how to post.
I have a question about stamp. After you get GC approved, do you have to go get a stamp on your passport or whatever card? Or can you just wait for the card to come in mail?
Thanks in advance. :)
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Little_hope,

You must go into your local CIS district office to finalize the approval/adjustment process. At least that is what has been going on. I believe you need to fill out a form I-89 infront of an immigration officer. It is at this point that they will either take your national passport and stamp it or take your 3rd picture and give you a temporary (white card) greencard.

I don't know why you would rather just sit and wait for the plastic card to be mailed. It often takes between 6 months to 1 year to get the plastic card - and having a temporary document showing your new PR status is invaluable.
Upon adjustment, your status in this country has changed in a positive way and you need to have something that documents this.
 
Lolali,
Thanks for reply. The reason I'm asking is that I read somewhere it said CIS will no longer issue temporary white card. Rather they will send the plastic card faster. Not sure if it's truely happening.
 
little_hope said:
Lolali,
Thanks for reply. The reason I'm asking is that I read somewhere it said CIS will no longer issue temporary white card. Rather they will send the plastic card faster. Not sure if it's truely happening.
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We wish! That was something they were testing out - it actually hasn't been implemented. You'll see the instructions once you get your approval letter. I believe they are still requiring you to go to the local office.

Can someone who recently got approved confirm this?
 
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