August 2021 AOS/I-485 Applicants - Please Join

[dmendez12]

What is your I-140 priority date, if you don't mind?

Priority date is current for me.

[jyellajo]

08/25/2021 - Package sent via FedEx
08/27/2021 - Package arrived at Chicago
08/31/2021 - Checks cashed for I-485 and I-130 by USCIS Chicago Payment ARC
09/01/2021 - Received NOA for I-130/I-485/I-765/I-131 (we used a lawyer to file our case, it was strange that we received all the paper NOA but not them)
09/04/2021 - Biometrics Appointment was scheduled (waiting for the letter)

Married to USC
08/25/2021 - Package sent via FedEx
08/27/2021 - Package arrived at Chicago
08/31/2021 - Checks cashed for I-485 and I-130 by USCIS Chicago Payment ARC
09/01/2021 - Received NOA for I-130/I-485/I-765/I-131 (we used a lawyer to file our case, it was strange that we received all the paper NOA but not them)
09/04/2021 - Biometrics Appointment was scheduled
09/28/2021 - Biometrics Appointment at Houston ASC

[jyellajo]

Married to USC
08/25/2021 - Package sent via FedEx
08/27/2021 - Package arrived at Chicago
08/31/2021 - Checks cashed for I-485 and I-130 by USCIS Chicago Payment ARC
09/01/2021 - Received NOA for I-130/I-485/I-765/I-131 (we used a lawyer to file our case, it was strange that we received all the paper NOA but not them)
09/04/2021 - Biometrics Appointment was scheduled
09/28/2021 - Biometrics Appointment at Houston ASC

Married to USC
08/25/2021 - Package sent via FedEx
08/27/2021 - Package arrived at Chicago
08/31/2021 - Checks cashed for I-485 and I-130 by USCIS Chicago Payment ARC
09/01/2021 - Received NOA for I-130/I-485/I-765/I-131
09/04/2021 - Biometrics Appointment was scheduled
09/28/2021 - Biometrics Appointment at Houston ASC
09/29/2021 - Case Is Being Actively Reviewed by USCIS

[Neon100]

EB2 candidate here. Submitted I-485, I-131 & I-765 applications for me and my wife on 8/10 and received all receipt notices on 8/22 in mail. Since then no updates regarding Biometrics. Does anyone know how long it is taking to get biometric appointments? I saw couple folks in this thread already got theirs but wondering if there are others (like me) who are still waiting.

[Neon100]

I just got Biometrics appointment notice today 09/13.

Here's my updated timeline:

08/24/2021 - Package sent
08/29/2021 - Receipt Notices created (NBC)
09/03/2021 - Receipt Notices received in mail
09/04/2021 - Biometrics Appointment was scheduled
09/13/2021 - Biometrics Appointment letter was received
09/29/2021 - Biometrics scheduled at Houston ASC

My application submit dates and receipt notice (from NBC) dates are a couple weeks before you, but strangely, I haven't received a biometrics appointment letter yet (btw, glad to know that you got yours). I wonder if this has anything to do with the filing category (EB1 vs. EB2) or the fact that I used a lawyer or just something completely random. Would you mind me asking if your I-140 was under EB1 or EB2 (mine is EB2) and whether you filed it yourself or used a lawyer (paper application). I've heard anecdotally that filing paper applications via lawyer slows everything down but am not 100% sure if that's indeed the case.

[bm1313]

My application submit dates and receipt notice (from NBC) dates are a couple weeks before you, but strangely, I haven't received a biometrics appointment letter yet (btw, glad to know that you got yours). I wonder if this has anything to do with the filing category (EB1 vs. EB2) or the fact that I used a lawyer or just something completely random. Would you mind me asking if your I-140 was under EB1 or EB2 (mine is EB2) and whether you filed it yourself or used a lawyer (paper application). I've heard anecdotally that filing paper applications via lawyer slows everything down but am not 100% sure if that's indeed the case.

I'm also an employee-based/EB2 applicant and my lawyer submitted paper applications - my biometrics were scheduled rather quickly. Perhaps your biometrics paper notice is delayed? Doesn't hurt to call USCIS and ask. My I-131/I-765 receipts didn't come for a month (although when I called USCIS, they confirmed they received the applications).

[dmendez12]

My application submit dates and receipt notice (from NBC) dates are a couple weeks before you, but strangely, I haven't received a biometrics appointment letter yet (btw, glad to know that you got yours). I wonder if this has anything to do with the filing category (EB1 vs. EB2) or the fact that I used a lawyer or just something completely random. Would you mind me asking if your I-140 was under EB1 or EB2 (mine is EB2) and whether you filed it yourself or used a lawyer (paper application). I've heard anecdotally that filing paper applications via lawyer slows everything down but am not 100% sure if that's indeed the case.

Hello, yes I'm EB2 as well. I did use lawyers. I don't think using lawyers will slow things down. There is less chance of missing anything and then getting RFE.
Maybe the service center has a play in this? My forms are being processed by National Service Center (MSC).

[dmendez12]

FYI - I read somewhere that some employment based green cards are not being required for interview. I personally know a case where biometrics were done and after 2 months, I-485 was approved without the need of interview. Anyone read or heard about that too?

[Neon100]

Mine is MSC as well. I guess I’ll just wait and see when the biometrics letter comes. I’ve tried calling USCIS as well as tried to chat with a live agent via EMMA but they weren’t very helpful. Basically said they don’t have any further information. I’m in the Boston area. Where are you located?

Hello, yes I'm EB2 as well. I did use lawyers. I don't think using lawyers will slow things down. There is less chance of missing anything and then getting RFE.
Maybe the service center has a play in this? My forms are being processed by National Service Center (MSC).

[Neon100]

Yes, they are not doing interviews anymore.

FYI - I read somewhere that some employment based green cards are not being required for interview. I personally know a case where biometrics were done and after 2 months, I-485 was approved without the need of interview. Anyone read or heard about that too?

[EB1bNeuro]

Hello all,

Just an update that We completed our biometrics on 09/24 and received I-485J on 09/29.


Category- EB1B
08/16/2021 - Package sent via FedEx
08/18/2021 - USPS received the package
08/23/2021 - Credit card charged for I-485, I -765, and I-131 and received receipt notices via text message
08/30/2021 - Biometrics notices were sent
09/24/2021- Biometrics completed Detroit ASC
09/29/2021-I-485J receipt received

[Neon100]

EB2 candidate here. Submitted I-485, I-131 & I-765 applications for me and my wife on 8/10 and received all receipt notices on 8/22 in mail. Since then no updates regarding Biometrics. Does anyone know how long it is taking to get biometric appointments? I saw couple folks in this thread already got theirs but wondering if there are others (like me) who are still waiting.

Update from my end:
Application submitted on 8/10
Receipt notices received on 8/22
Got Biometrics letter in mail on 10/9
Biometrics appointment scheduled for 10/25

[Neon100]

Hi guys, I have a silly question and was hoping someone can help me. I have my biometrics appointment in couple weeks but I was wondering if there's any value in trying to do do a walk-in sooner than that? I read on the forum that some folks did a walk-in for their biometrics, but a) I'm not sure if that's something that's encouraged and b) even if they allow walk-in for biometrics, will if help expedite my case in any significant way?

Will appreciate if someone has any suggestions.

Thanks!

[jyellajo]

Married to USC
08/25/2021 - Package sent via FedEx
08/27/2021 - Package arrived at Chicago
08/31/2021 - Checks cashed for I-485 and I-130 by USCIS Chicago Payment ARC
09/01/2021 - Received NOA for I-130/I-485/I-765/I-131
09/04/2021 - Biometrics Appointment was scheduled
09/28/2021 - Biometrics Appointment at Houston ASC
09/29/2021 - Case Is Being Actively Reviewed by USCIS

Married to USC
08/25/2021 - Package sent via FedEx
08/27/2021 - Package arrived at Chicago
08/31/2021 - Checks cashed for I-485 and I-130 by USCIS Chicago Payment ARC
09/01/2021 - Received NOA for I-130/I-485/I-765/I-131
09/04/2021 - Biometrics Appointment was scheduled
09/28/2021 - Biometrics Appointment at Houston ASC
09/29/2021 - Case Is Being Actively Reviewed by USCIS
10/19/2021 - Request for initial evidence - To submit most recent year tax return or tax transcript for I-864.

Could you please give me your inputs on tax return vs tax transcript ? for my spouse, we tried online or by telephone way to get the tax transcript but it did not workout, as it kept on throwing the error that the information was not able to get it. One reason was that the taxes for years 2018, 2019 were filed late via paper in June 2021 (just before the application process was begun) and there are no tax transcripts. We do have a lawyer for our case, however, we are also looking for some experiences on whether submitting tax returns should be fine or not ? Please let us know your inputs.

[antman]

Bio appointment scheduled for 10/26. I was surprised because USCIS already has my bio from a different case (Temporary Protected Status and EAD). I gave the bio for that case about 3 months ago and was approved. Has anyone had or heard of someone who has submitted biometrics to USCIS for a previous case and was requested to do them again for AOS?

F1 Married to USC - NBC - Omaha, Nebraska FO

08/17/2021 - Package sent via USPS
08/20/2021 - Package arrived at Chicago Lockbox signed for by G JOHNSON
08/21/2021 - Credit card charged for I-485 and I-130 by CHICAGO LOCKBOX
08/22/2021 - Received text messages confirming receipt of I-130 and I-485
08/27/2021 - Received Receipt Notice/Notice of Action in the mail confirming receipt of I-130 and I-485
10/02/2021 - Biometrics appointment was scheduled
10/27/2021 - Biometrics appointment