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Mirela

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so, in the case of my husband they want three things:
1. biographical form
2. medical exam
3. supplement to medical exam

To recap, he applied in January '97; did his fingerprints in early August.

I understand that there isn't much logic to anything the INS does, but I would like to know (if anyone has a clue) why they ask different things from different people. The exam costs about $250 and it just makes me mad that they dont' even acknowledge that.

My husband is so fed up with everything, he insists he wants to circle the option on the form that says "don't submit anything and ask to be considered as is." I, of course, tell him not to mess with the bastards, but then again, perhaps someone should dare not to be cowardly and submissive. I admire him for having the guts to stand up for himself.

We've all been through so much, and yet we are willing to put up with anything they serve up just to get the damn card. We are willing to cough up as much money as necessary, invest as much time and energy into their demands as needed, and wait for as long as it takes, years and years. But when do we say we've had enough? At what point do we not let them rule our lives? Because, you know, that's exactly what they are doing? Perhaps to some of you money is not an issue, but to some of us it is. God damnit, isn't there anyone out there who can help us with these injustices?

Anyway, I'll keep you posted on the progress. Meanwhile, please share any thoughts on this, especially if you can answer my question about why they are doing this now and why we are all getting different "requests." Also, is there any way to waive the fee the second time around? (yeah, right?)

Sincerely,

M.
 
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I believe that it is up to the whims of the officer to decide on the type of "further evidence" requested. A few applicants receive no RFEs at all. They just love play games with us. I guess you are relatively fortunate in that the officer did not send you a letter saying that you are ineligible unless you submit a I-602. So just a little more tolerance and submit the requested information and it will be over soon.
 
Originally posted by Mirela
so, in the case of my husband they want three things:
1. biographical form
2. medical exam
3. supplement to medical exam

To recap, he applied in January '97; did his fingerprints in early August.

I understand that there isn't much logic to anything the INS does, but I would like to know (if anyone has a clue) why they ask different things from different people. The exam costs about $250 and it just makes me mad that they dont' even acknowledge that.

My husband is so fed up with everything, he insists he wants to circle the option on the form that says "don't submit anything and ask to be considered as is." I, of course, tell him not to mess with the bastards, but then again, perhaps someone should dare not to be cowardly and submissive. I admire him for having the guts to stand up for himself.

We've all been through so much, and yet we are willing to put up with anything they serve up just to get the damn card. We are willing to cough up as much money as necessary, invest as much time and energy into their demands as needed, and wait for as long as it takes, years and years. But when do we say we've had enough? At what point do we not let them rule our lives? Because, you know, that's exactly what they are doing? Perhaps to some of you money is not an issue, but to some of us it is. God damnit, isn't there anyone out there who can help us with these injustices?

Anyway, I'll keep you posted on the progress. Meanwhile, please share any thoughts on this, especially if you can answer my question about why they are doing this now and why we are all getting different "requests." Also, is there any way to waive the fee the second time around? (yeah, right?)

Sincerely,

M.
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Did he have a medical Exam before? In my case, I have had the exam in 1998 and i did not have to do it again. Here is my advice to you: you have been waiting for a long period of time, so waiting few more months ( may be less) and putting up with their sh.t is not that hard. Sometimes, we get so overwhelmed with anger when we are treated unfairly, but we need to reflect back on our anger and channel it to do something useful. So instead of giving up before the end of the road, your husband can use his anger to effect changes and shake the establishment. For example, he can start a group that supports asylee who will have to wait 14 years to get their green cards. He can also write a book or send emails to news media pundits. Or, he can contact the ACLU or Amnesty International like I did. My point is: you and your husband are very angry now and when we are angry we do not always make the best decisions. So before doing something rash, think and explore your feelings then do whatever feels right for you. I have channeled this anger and used it to better my life and get an advanced degree. You sound very educated so please think of what I said. Please, do not misunderstand me. I understand your anger but I think that we can do a lot with this anger. I always forget when I am angry that America let me stay and acted as a shelter for me from those who wanted to do me harm. I sometimes feel entitled because I lost my home and i demanded America to be my new home. America is like every other country; it has its bureaucrats. They can not defeat you but you can defeat yourself if you let them shake you. To answer your questions: I think it is pure luck. Your husband's case may have been among the caseload of an immigration officer who suffers from obsessive compulsive disorder. Mine was approved without any further evidence. I think that if you had a good lawyer, they can not mess with you, but again this is not the rule. My lawyer was very expensive and he submitted everything they asked.
 
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I filed my I-485 app in 97 and I submitted my medical exam back then. But they asked for it again in 2002 and I was just as mad as your husband. Sure you can protest to the BCIS and do all that but it's just gonna take more time. My suggestion is that go ahead and give them what they want. I got my case approved like 8 months after that.

Good luck!
 
They asked us for the supplemmental form only. I decided to repsond with a whole new medical exam. Money is important for us, but more important was to get this thing done and not to have to deal with them anymore.
Not doing what they are asking for, is going to only delay everything and, for us time is priceless.
Good luck
 
I am going through this RFE process and the evidence that has been required in this scenario is not as BAD. It is Annoying...I am sure it is ...but if you keep your head cool hopefully it shall pass....As they say grass is always greener on the side...The good thing is that they are not requesting I-602 for a request of waiver and not accusing him of any fraud ... unlike some of us ...

I hope all of us make through this ...safe and sound...

Regards,
 
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