July 2019

[hope&patience]

Did my biometric walk-in at Michigan City this morning. Couldn't log into the case status online service, is it just me or the system is down?

Great that you were able to do walk-in! Yes, I realized the system is down today [habit of checking every single day]. I think it's working now.

[hope&patience]

hope&patience amp; I went to the Manhattan, NYC application center (it was empty), although I am scheduled for the location in Elizabeth, NJ.

So you're gonna go as initially scheduled - tomorrow Wednesday? Good luck! I'm not sure how going to another location works - but I'm guessing you're gonna go to Elizabeth, NJ location tomorrow. Keep us updated!

[MarcWindsor]

Spouse is USC

July 16, 2019: Concurrent filing at USCIS Lockbox Facility in Chicago, IL

July 19, 2019: Package delivered.

July 28, 2019: Received 4 Texts Msgs at 11:30 pm with 4 different receipt numbers.

(July 19, 2019: Priority Date, July 26, 2019: Fingerprint Fee Received )

July 30, 2019: Check was cashed

July 30, 2019: Received 4 notices by mail (Notice date July 26, 2019)

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Waiting for biometrics appointment letter


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July filer

July 15th AOS package sent via Fedex
July 19th AOS package delivered to Chicago lockbox


I’m so anxious because looking at past post the average response time for text messages and notices were between 10-15 days, my patience is already low and my journey has just started...

[Ires]

Rich92 I just checked and mine works fine.

[Ires]

hope&patience Yes, my actual biometrics appointment is tomorrow 8/7 in Elizabeth, NJ. Will keep you guys posted!

[Ehansen]

Concurrent filing:
received July 25 2019
NOA’s received August 1 2019.
waiting for bio appointment.

at what point after the bio will I know if I messed something up on any of the forms? And where will I see if they have completed the “bio” review - ready to schedule interview or if my EAD and Advance parole is approved?

I might be going to Punta cana with friends and family in May 2020. Is it realistic that I will receive my travel document by then?
Filed: I-130, I-485, travel doc, ead application, medical, all forms needed + support affidavit + loads of supporting evidence...

thanks guys!

[lolo858585]

Here I am, look at my signature

[Ires]

Hey Guys! So I did my biometrics today in Elizabeth, NJ. The whole thing took 1h20mins. I came in, filled out a short form, then waited in line for my number. After I got a number, I was seated in a room and waited to be called. After I was called, they took my picture first, then signutare and then fingerprints and that was it! The actual biometrics process took about 5 mins. If it wasn’t for the long wait, I would be in and out! So far, no change in my case status!

[sf2019july]

Hey Guys! So I did my biometrics today in Elizabeth, NJ. The whole thing took 1h20mins. I came in, filled out a short form, then waited in line for my number. After I got a number, I was seated in a room and waited to be called. After I was called, they took my picture first, then signutare and then fingerprints and that was it! The actual biometrics process took about 5 mins. If it wasn’t for the long wait, I would be in and out! So far, no change in my case status!

Good to know about what happens at biometrics appointment. Thank you for sharing your experience.

[sf2019july]

Concurrent filing:
received July 25 2019
NOA’s received August 1 2019.
waiting for bio appointment.

at what point after the bio will I know if I messed something up on any of the forms? And where will I see if they have completed the “bio” review - ready to schedule interview or if my EAD and Advance parole is approved?

I might be going to Punta cana with friends and family in May 2020. Is it realistic that I will receive my travel document by then?
Filed: I-130, I-485, travel doc, ead application, medical, all forms needed + support affidavit + loads of supporting evidence...

thanks guys!

Ehansen You will probably receive the Advance Parole document this year itself, if everything is right. I am using an iPhone app called "Lawfully" to get a prediction of approval dates with the case receipt numbers. Hope it helps!

Monitoring Your Case
You can follow the progress of your application by visiting USCIS Case Status Online web site, https://egov.uscis.gov/casestatus/landing.do and entering the receipt number for your case. Or you can register for automatic case status updates by email and text message by creating an account on the following web page: https://egov.uscis.gov/casestatus/showSplash.do.

Processing Times
The USCIS web site also provides regularly updated information on the current processing times for forms being adjudicated at our service centers and field offices, which you may find helpful as you monitor the progress of your application: https://egov.uscis.gov/processing-times/. If you have any further questions, you can contact the USCIS Contact Center by sending a request online https://egov.uscis.gov/e-request/Intro.do or by calling (800) 375-5283.

[Rich92]

Hey guys. I have a problem on receiving the notice with receipt number from USCIS. We did concurrent filling on 7/17/19 for I130, I485, I131, and I765. I received the mails for the receipt numbers for 485, 131, and 765 without any problem. However, I130 receipt number was never been delivered by mail, email, or text. Since the receipt numbers for other forms are 34, 36, and 37, I know my receipt number for 130 should be 35. I checked it online, the system shows 130 was delivered.

However, today I received an email saying my 130 notice could not be delivered and sent back to USCIS. I need to request a notice immediately follow a link it provided. The online system shows the same thing. I follow the link and fill the form. But it did not let me submit because "Do not submit a request if you have just recently been approved, allow approximately 30 days to receive your new notice." Does it mean I need to wait until 8/17/2019 to request the notice?

Also, how serious the problem is? The current case status for 130 is "Notice Was Returned To USCIS Because The Post Office Could Not Deliver It". But the case history section says they receive 130. Does it mean my case will not move forward if I did not receive the notice?

Sorry for the long question. Appreciate your help!

[sf2019july]

Rich92 : Don't worry since your i-130 form is accepted by USCIS. I don't think the notice delivery issue would slow down your case. You can try calling the USCIS help-desk number (800) 375-5283 to confirm your i-130 receipt number and if they can help in resending you the notice faster. Otherwise you might have to request a new notice once it is 30 days after filing.

[Rich92]

Rich92 : Don't worry since your i-130 form is accepted by USCIS. I don't think the notice delivery issue would slow down your case. You can try calling the USCIS help-desk number (800) 375-5283 to confirm your i-130 receipt number and if they can help in resending you the notice faster. Otherwise you might have to request a new notice once it is 30 days after filing.

Thanks for the suggestions! I'll call them and see what they can do.

[American Dreamer]

Hello everyone. I went in for my bio-metrics appointment today. Appointment was at 11 am at Milwaukee field office. I went in 15 mins earlier but it was crowded and they were running behind the schedule. Took them an hour to get me in and then it barely took 15 mins for them to get me going.

[Ires]

American Dreamer I had the same experience! Spent 1h30mins in there even though the biometrics process alone took like 5 mins.