Post I-485 Filing - RFE's Discussion

[mygreen]

Folks,

As many of us are into Post I-485 filing stage, thought it would be helpful to everyone if we could share any I-485 RFE's. This way we can better prepare/plan ahead of time.

I wish & hope, every one of us get speedy & RFE free AOS Approval.

Thanks!

LIST OF INDIVIDUALS WITH RFE
SR NO - Handle - Type - Date - Details - Details RD - Response Date - USCIS RFE RD - Decision Date
1. indiaeb2 - Additional Evidence -02/10/2011 - Birth Certificate + Influenza -02/20/2011 - 02/21/2011
2. leo07 (TSC) - Initial Evidence - 02/09/2012 - Birth Certificate - 02/14/2012 - 02/16/2012
3. spartantummala - Initial Evidence - 02/10/2012 - Birth Certificate -
4. 10102007 - Initial Evidence - 02/10/2012 - Birth Certificate
5. what_ever- Initial Evidence - 02/02/12 - Flu shot and EVL - 02/14/12 - 02/16/12 - 02/21/12 (Greened)
6. TeddyKoochu - Initial Evidence - 02/11/2012- EVL + BC - 02/16/2012 - 02-24-2011

[indiaeb2]

I got RFE today. Not sure yet. I will keep you posted.

[10102007]

Received RFE notification today.

PD: 10/10/2007
RD: 11/03/2011
485 RFE Notification: 02/10/2012
RFE Received: Not Yet

[tackle]

So many of our fellow forum users got RFEs this past couple of days.

1. indiaeb2 (http://www.qesehmk.org/forums/showthread.php?238-Post-485-Filing&p=21208#post21208)
2. leo07 (http://www.qesehmk.org/forums/showthread.php?238-Post-485-Filing&p=21059#post21059)
3. spartantummala (http://www.qesehmk.org/forums/showthread.php?238-Post-485-Filing&p=21210#post21210)
4. 10102007 (http://www.qesehmk.org/forums/showthread.php?238-Post-485-Filing&p=21220#post21220)
5. what_ever (http://www.qesehmk.org/forums/showthread.php?238-Post-485-Filing&p=20853#post20853)

Hopefully, it'll be for something simple and it'll get resolved soon. All the best to everyone!

[10102007]

Are there two types of RFE?

- Requesting initial evidence
- Requesting additional evidence

[mygreen]

I think Yes, those are the 2 types. Atleast that's what I've noticed on trackitt posts.

Please share your experience with RFE.

Thanks


Are there two types of RFE?

- Requesting initial evidence
- Requesting additional evidence

[indiaeb2]

Are there two types of RFE?

- Requesting initial evidence
- Requesting additional evidence
what is your type. For me its additional

[10102007]

what is your type. For me its additional

Mine says additional too. Not sure what its about. But as they say, hoping all will end well.

[soggadu]

I am guessing additional would be around birth certificate and initial would be around medical certificate like flu vaccines etc.... None the less, let's hope for the best!!!!!

[TeddyKoochu]

Refer to the following instructions for I485 - http://www.uscis.gov/files/form/i-485instr.pdf. On Page 3 there is a section called initial evidence, I believe that this should correspond to the initial evidence RFE while everything else should be additional evidence.

[TeddyKoochu]

mrgreen I have edited the first post to create a list and details for all of us who received RFE's. I hope you are fine with that, tackel thanks for taking the lead. Maybe we can all share the following details SR NO - Handle - Type - Date - Details - Details RD - Response Date - USCIS RFE RD - Decision Date, I will keep updating the header with the same. I don't know but looks like NSC is mostly additional evidence while TSC is initial evidence. The dates are current till 31st Mar so lets now try to expedite the RFE stuff ASAP. Nishant had posted details a few days back that when a case has an RFE as soon as the response is received it goes to the top of the officers work queue, so now our focus should just be to send the response sooner.

[mygreen]

T,
Looks really good. Thanks.


mrgreen I have edited the first post to create a list and details for all of us who received RFE's. I hope you are fine with that, tackel thanks for taking the lead. Maybe we can all share the following details SR NO - Handle - Type - Date - Details - Details RD - Response Date - USCIS RFE RD - Decision Date, I will keep updating the header with the same. I don't know but looks like NSC is mostly additional evidence while TSC is initial evidence. The dates are current till 31st Mar so lets now try to expedite the RFE stuff ASAP. Nishant had posted details a few days back that when a case has an RFE as soon as the response is received it goes to the top of the officers work queue, so now our focus should just be to send the response sooner.

[10102007]

I just hope it has nothing to do with the employer/I-140. I'm beginning to think that it has to do with the TB test. My doctor mentioned that I will go through the 9 month treatment in the 693 form, even though I don't have TB. And I did not take the pills prescribed because of other treatments. Have to talk with the doctor and see what my options are.

This waiting is very painful.

[leo07]

I see that I made the naughty list already :)

Folks,

As many of us are into Post I-485 filing stage, thought it would be helpful to everyone if we could share any I-485 RFE's. This way we can better prepare/plan ahead of time.

I wish & hope, every one of us get speedy & RFE free AOS Approval.

Thanks!

LIST OF INDIVIDUALS WITH RFE
SR NO - Handle - Type - Date - Details - Details RD - Response Date - USCIS RFE RD - Decision Date
1. indiaeb2 - Additional Evidence
2. leo07
3. spartantummala
4. 10102007
5. what_ever
6. TeddyKoochu - Initial Evidence - 02/11

[leo07]

I believe, additional is better than initial evidence :) It means that your initial evidence is good. Initial evidence folks can't say the same about additional evidence :)

Mine says additional too. Not sure what its about. But as they say, hoping all will end well.

[leo07]

I received the response. it's the Birth Certificate for me. Looks like, someone in the mail room @USCIS had misplaced/reordered the birth certificates in bulk.

[leo07]

my attorney is asking $250.00 to file RFE response.

[TeddyKoochu]

@Leo congrats in advance its probably a simple one. If you have a certificate issued from the time of your birth you can just submit the response on your own. You should see approval soon. I updated the header with your details as leo07 (TSC) - Initial Evidence - 02/09/2012 - Birth Cerificate - 02/13/2012.

[imdeng]

Since you must have a copy of the BC, it is a simple response for you. Just a cover letter and a copy of BC. If you feel like, you can file it yourself. Although considering the amount of money you have already spent (filing fee, civil surgeon, attorney etc) - and additional 250 is not much.

my attorney is asking $250.00 to file RFE response.

[leo07]

Thanks for your response guys.

I'm contemplating if I need to go with my attorney or not. Basically attorneys are suggesting to file bc along with an affidavit from my mother.

The instructions in RFE are straightforward fwiw. The only caveat with my bc is that the officer who signed/seal did not put the signed date along with the signature and seal. birth date and the date it was registered are clearly listed though. RFE did not mention this but my attorney scrutinized it and wanted to be doubly careful.


Since you must have a copy of the BC, it is a simple response for you. Just a cover letter and a copy of BC. If you feel like, you can file it yourself. Although considering the amount of money you have already spent (filing fee, civil surgeon, attorney etc) - and additional 250 is not much.

[TeddyKoochu]

Thanks for your response guys.

I'm contemplating if I need to go with my attorney or not. Basically attorneys are suggesting to file bc along with an affidavit from my mother.

The instructions in RFE are straightforward fwiw. The only caveat with my bc is that the officer who signed/seal did not put the signed date along with the signature and seal. birth date and the date it was registered are clearly listed though. RFE did not mention this but my attorney scrutinized it and wanted to be doubly careful.

Leo if your birth certificate was issued within a year of birth then that in itself is sufficient, they have clearly misplaced it. If that is not the case then most attorneys insist on affidavits, mine in fact insisted on 2 from individuals other than parents. Both me and my wife had bith certificates with registration done within a year, mine unfortunately has the information about me all in English but headings in Hindi while for my wife everything is perfect except that it does not have her name on it because her birth was registered on the day of her birth. With all this Iam a little confident that my RFE is not BC related :) in the inetrim we got revised BC's for both me and my wife recently just in case.

[leo07]

Certificate is in English. Its registered 33 days after birth day. Do you have a sample of affidavit?

I'll send that along with my bc. If my attorney is busy as she usually is, I'll send it my self tomorrow.


Leo if your birth certificate was issued within a year of birth then that in itself is sufficient, they have clearly misplaced it. If that is not the case then most attorneys insist on affidavits, mine in fact insisted on 2 from individuals other than parents. Both me and my wife had bith certificates with registration done within a year, mine unfortunately has the information about me all in English but headings in Hindi while for my wife everything is perfect except that it does not have her name on it because her birth was registered on the day of her birth. With all this Iam a little confident that my RFE is not BC related :) in the inetrim we got revised BC's for both me and my wife recently just in case.

[imdeng]

Leo - it does make sense to put an affidavit or two in there. It is an easy document to get in India and provides supporting evidence. The best and simplest Affidavit format was posted by Q in the BC thread - my lawyer looked at it and confirmed that it is well written. Wait - I found a copy:

Affidavit of Birth by PARENT

I, ____________________, hereby depose and say:
1. My full and complete address is ________________________________.
2. That I, ____________________, was born on DATE in the town/village of ___________________.
3. I got married on ____________ in the town/village of ________________ to ______________.
4. My wife, ________________ was born on _____________ in the town/village of _________________.
5. ________________ is our son/daughter, was born to us on ______________ at _____________ in ____________.
6. This affidavit is being submitted because the official record of birth was not registered at the time of birth of ___________.

I declare under penalty of perjury, that the foregoing is a true and correct statement.

_____________________
NAME OF SIGNEE

Subscribed and sworn to before me, this ____ day of __________, 2012

at ______________________. My commission expires on ___________


Signature of Officer Administering Oath __________________________


Certificate is in English. Its registered 33 days after birth day. Do you have a sample of affidavit?

I'll send that along with my bc. If my attorney is busy as she usually is, I'll send it my self tomorrow.

[tackle]

I received the response. it's the Birth Certificate for me. Looks like, someone in the mail room @USCIS had misplaced/reordered the birth certificates in bulk.

Leo, my friend got the same RFE (additional evidence). The RFE notice simply states that they need the Birth Certificates. But now, the lawyers are asking him if he could get the BCs updated with the full names (self & parents names). They did tell him that if it is not possible to get them updated, they can prepare affidavits.

Can you please tell me if your BCs had full names on them?

If USCIS is asking for BCs with full names, won't they specifically mention that in their RFE notice?

[TeddyKoochu]

Certificate is in English. Its registered 33 days after birth day. Do you have a sample of affidavit?

I'll send that along with my bc. If my attorney is busy as she usually is, I'll send it my self tomorrow.

Leo I used a simplified version of the following formats http://www.immihelp.com/birth-certificate/sample-documents-birth-certficate.html.
For Self - Grandmother & Uncle
For Wife - Uncle & Aunt
Both my parents and In-laws stayed as a joint family when both me and my wife were born
My lawyer said affidavits have to be from someone other than parents. I your case I feel, that they somehow misplaced your BC, if the birth was registered within a year and the contents are fine there should not have been any issue at all. Make sure that the notary puts in a stamp saying internationally valid.

[leo07]

yes, BC has full names of both parents and of course mine :)

Leo, my friend got the same RFE (additional evidence). The RFE notice simply states that they need the Birth Certificates. But now, the lawyers are asking him if he could get the BCs updated with the full names (self & parents names). They did tell him that if it is not possible to get them updated, they can prepare affidavits.

Can you please tell me if your BCs had full names on them?

If USCIS is asking for BCs with full names, won't they specifically mention that in their RFE notice?

[leo07]

Thanks Teddy, my attorney botched up a format and tossed it to me. Since I'm paying 250, I must at least get that from them :)

Leo I used a simplified version of the following formats http://www.immihelp.com/birth-certificate/sample-documents-birth-certficate.html.
For Self - Grandmother & Uncle
For Wife - Uncle & Aunt
Both my parents and In-laws stayed as a joint family when both me and my wife were born
My lawyer said affidavits have to be from someone other than parents. I your case I feel, that they somehow misplaced your BC, if the birth was registered within a year and the contents are fine there should not have been any issue at all. Make sure that the notary puts in a stamp saying internationally valid.

[tackle]

yes, BC has full names of both parents and of course mine :)

arigato !

[leo07]

Doitashimashite!

[tackle]

Maybe we should "sticky" this thread so that those who receive RFE in future will have a place to start. Mods, what do you think?

[leo07]

I gave what my attorney asked, along with Check for 250 :(. Now, It's up to them to find some of their precious time to file my not so important RFE response.

As fyi:
I submitted my BC ( for the second time) along with a notarized affidavit from my mother, solemnly swearing that I am indeed her son. Since I could not get the original, I forwarded the scanned copy to my attorney. Great country.

[leo07]

Response Filed. keeping fingers crossed.

[tackle]

Response Filed. keeping fingers crossed.

Wish you the best of luck!

[leo07]

@tackle Thank you.

Teddy, did you hear anything about your RFE?

[ram_40001]

I guess sadly, you can add me to this thread.
NSC
PD : Aug 2007
RD : Nov 2 2011
EAD/ AP : Jan 09 2012
RFE sms : Feb 16 2012

[tackle]

I guess sadly, you can add me to this thread.
NSC
PD : Aug 2007
RD : Nov 2 2011
EAD/ AP : Jan 09 2012
RFE sms : Feb 16 2012

What does your case-status say? "Request for Initial evidence" or ""Request for additional evidence"? Please keep us updated.

Good luck & thank you.

[ram_40001]

What does your case-status say? "Request for Initial evidence" or ""Request for additional evidence"? Please keep us updated.

Good luck & thank you.
Request for Evidence

On February 16, 2012, we mailed a notice requesting additional evidence or information in this case I485 APPLICATION TO REGISTER PERMANENT RESIDENCE OR TO ADJUST STATUS

[tackle]

Request for Evidence

On February 16, 2012, we mailed a notice requesting additional evidence or information in this case I485 APPLICATION TO REGISTER PERMANENT RESIDENCE OR TO ADJUST STATUS

Thanks for the update. Hopefully, it should be something simple. All the best.

[indiaeb2]

Friends,
Got my RFE Letter.
For me its
BC and Influenza
For my spouse
Just Influenza

I have my original BC during my time of Birth. I submitted that along with affiadiate. Now they are asking me to submit this kind of document again
lik
1. School Ceritifcate showing my name and my parents name
2. Medical records to show my name and my parents name
3. Census record with my name and my parents name
4. Hospital birth record with my name and my parents

Please advice. what should i submit. I dont have any other above document

Can i resubmit affidavit one from my mom and one from my dad. Please guide me with format also

[leo07]

Did the RFE request all these documents...All of the below or Any one? that sounds very strange. I know how painful it is, please keep your hopes on. God Bless!

Friends,
Got my RFE Letter.
For me its
BC and Influenza
For my spouse
Just Influenza

I have my original BC during my time of Birth. I submitted that along with affiadiate. Now they are asking me to submit this kind of document again
lik
1. School Ceritifcate showing my name and my parents name
2. Medical records to show my name and my parents name
3. Census record with my name and my parents name
4. Hospital birth record with my name and my parents

Please advice. what should i submit. I dont have any other above document

Can i resubmit affidavit one from my mom and one from my dad. Please guide me with format also

[mbasense]

I have got an affidavit from my parents for a name change on my BC ( i have an extra initial on BC, which I have since dropped). but looking at the RFEs here, I am wondering what else I should prepare just in case.

my issue is that my school certificates, till my Xth exams show the name with that initial. want to be prepared in advance, since back home my parents have medical conditions and may not be able to run around for me at short notice.

any suggestions? as always this forum is a great support for people in Q..

[indiaeb2]

Did the RFE request all these documents...All of the below or Any one? that sounds very strange. I know how painful it is, please keep your hopes on. God Bless!
I think any one. I will check this now.. But on the requested docs i dont have anything to prove my name and my parents name together as i am from TN. Can i resubmit Affidavit again?

[imdeng]

My attorney mentioned that if there are any problems with BC (no name, late registration etc) - then it is best to provide some secondary evidence (School Records, Hospital Records etc) and then two to three tertiary evidence (Affidavits). I guess USCIS is looking for some secondary evidence - 10th Certificate, School Leaving Certificates etc. IMO - the list is an OR and not AND - but more you can manage the better.

How much time have they given you? Best wishes to you in getting the response ready and filed with all required documentation in time.

Friends,
Got my RFE Letter.
For me its
BC and Influenza
For my spouse
Just Influenza

I have my original BC during my time of Birth. I submitted that along with affiadiate. Now they are asking me to submit this kind of document again
lik
1. School Ceritifcate showing my name and my parents name
2. Medical records to show my name and my parents name
3. Census record with my name and my parents name
4. Hospital birth record with my name and my parents

Please advice. what should i submit. I dont have any other above document

Can i resubmit affidavit one from my mom and one from my dad. Please guide me with format also

[TeddyKoochu]

@tackle Thank you.

Teddy, did you hear anything about your RFE?

Nothing yet Leo.

@indiaeb2 when did you receive the RFE alerts, it’s been 5 days for me already ? Also who received the RFE details yourself or attorney.

[leo07]

Both my attorney and I received the RFE letter. I received the email on last Thursday, actual letter on this Monday.

[TeddyKoochu]

Both my attorney and I received the RFE letter. I received the email on last Thursday, actual letter on this Monday.

That was quick in just 4 days. IEB2 got RFE on the 10th and got details today Iam hoping I get it tomorrow being a day behind. Watch out for the LUD once USCIS receives the RFE response.

[indiaeb2]

Nothing yet Leo.

@indiaeb2 when did you receive the RFE alerts, it’s been 5 days for me already ? Also who received the RFE details yourself or attorney.
Yes Teddy. I got alert on 10th( Friday). My attorney got the letter today. Surprise the letter was dated on 13th . so i assume even for you it shd on 13th(Monday) and i m sure tomorrow you will get it

[indiaeb2]

My attorney mentioned that if there are any problems with BC (no name, late registration etc) - then it is best to provide some secondary evidence (School Records, Hospital Records etc) and then two to three tertiary evidence (Affidavits). I guess USCIS is looking for some secondary evidence - 10th Certificate, School Leaving Certificates etc. IMO - the list is an OR and not AND - but more you can manage the better.

How much time have they given you? Best wishes to you in getting the response ready and filed with all required documentation in time.
Thanks Imdeng. I can submit my school leaving certifcate but i does not have my parents name. so not sure if that will be use

[leo07]

Check with your attorney, but here's what I'd do:
a. school leaving certificate
b. Ration Card or Election Card or house hold card or property documents or any government papers
c. Notarized affidavits from parents and relatives stating that above two ( a& b) are correct to the best of knowledge.

[leo07]

My case status changed to "RFE Response Review". God, this wait and these multiple instant messages are killing me:) I even got two ims for my H1B approval today...which btw was filed in october :) You can imagine my heart-beat monitor :)

[mesan123]

Dont worry Leo, you should be fine.... as your RFE also was only on BC.... i am thinking the decision will be done soon


My case status changed to "RFE Response Review". God, this wait and these multiple instant messages are killing me:) I even got two ims for my H1B approval today...which btw was filed in october :) You can imagine my heart-beat monitor :)

[indiaeb2]

My case status changed to "RFE Response Review". God, this wait and these multiple instant messages are killing me:) I even got two ims for my H1B approval today...which btw was filed in october :) You can imagine my heart-beat monitor :)
You will be approved ASAP. All the Best

[leo07]

Thanks Indiaeb2 & mesan123. I was venting my swings!!!

Dont worry Leo, you should be fine.... as your RFE also was only on BC.... i am thinking the decision will be done soon

[TeddyKoochu]

My case status changed to "RFE Response Review". God, this wait and these multiple instant messages are killing me:) I even got two ims for my H1B approval today...which btw was filed in october :) You can imagine my heart-beat monitor :)

Leo Congratulations that the RFE response reached USCIS. The fact that you got alerts for H1 is actually very good, as part of 485 approval that last status is updated as cancelled / redundant and that may be the cause of the alerts. I would bet that you get CPO either today or tomorrow now.

[TeddyKoochu]

Yes Teddy. I got alert on 10th( Friday). My attorney got the letter today. Surprise the letter was dated on 13th . so i assume even for you it shd on 13th(Monday) and i m sure tomorrow you will get it

Thanks IEB2. You can add the following to your case

1) Marriage certificate that will have your parent’s name.
2) Your wedding card in case you happen to have it.
3) If your parents worked in the central government they will have a CGHS card.
4) Pan Card / Photo Id card for voting.

I hope I get the RFE details today.

[10102007]

Teddy,

We received our RFE letters and they have asked for a copy of our BCs. That is all they have asked. I'm thinking yours must also be BC related.

[leo07]

strange, I'm thinking that someone might have misplaced bcs in bulk while reordering them. Or have put one bc into others files that they have to request BC for all.

[TeddyKoochu]

Friends following is the updated table, now lets see how soon Leo07 gets greened. I updated the initial post.

LIST OF INDIVIDUALS WITH RFE
SR NO - Handle - Type - Date - Details - Details RD - Response Date - USCIS RFE RD - Decision Date
1. indiaeb2 - Additional Evidence -02/10/2011 - Birth Cerificate + Influenza
2. leo07 (TSC) - Initial Evidence - 02/09/2012 - Birth Cerificate - 02/14/2012 - 02/16/2012
3. spartantummala
4. 10102007 - Initial Evidence - 02/10/2011 - Birth Cerificate
5. what_ever
6. TeddyKoochu - Initial Evidence - 02/11

[nishant2200]

strange, I'm thinking that someone might have misplaced bcs in bulk while reordering them. Or have put one bc into others files that they have to request BC for all.

Yes and this is not new. My cousin who filed during July 2007 fiasco, got RFE for his wife to submit BC in 2009, although he had provided the same when filed. So this has been going on since a while.

Maybe some BC look like garbage to them and they trash it initially :)

[leo07]

I'm almost sure that yours is a BC as well. Get your documents and response ready to go. So that you can file the same day you receive the actual letter.

[leo07]

I'll not be surprised :) May be it's just a strategy to see if we old timers are still interested in GC or have left the country by now :)

Yes and this is not new. My cousin who filed during July 2007 fiasco, got RFE for his wife to submit BC in 2009, although he had provided the same when filed. So this has been going on since a while.

Maybe some BC look like garbage to them and they trash it initially :)

[TeddyKoochu]

Friends I received the RFE details for me its EVL + BC and for my wife it’s just BC. Surprising that we submitted the BC's (Imperfect ones) along with affidavits at the time of filing. They have simply asked for BC or its equivalents just a simple one line. Not sending EVL was my attorneys call, I believe my employer should be able to provide it; I have been with the same company since coming to US. Just sent the details to the attorney let’s see what they have to say now.

[leo07]

@Teddy. Thanks for the update. Get your documents ready and push it out as early as possible next week.

[indiaeb2]

Friends I received the RFE details for me its EVL + BC and for my wife it’s just BC. Surprising that we submitted the BC's (Imperfect ones) along with affidavits at the time of filing. They have simply asked for BC or its equivalents just a simple one line. Not sending EVL was my attorneys call, I believe my employer should be able to provide it; I have been with the same company since coming to US. Just sent the details to the attorney let’s see what they have to say now.
Good atleast now you know what to prepare. all the best

[gc0907]

Not providing EVL was simply a wrong call. I believe it's mentioned as part of Initial Evidence in the 485 instructions.


Friends I received the RFE details for me its EVL + BC and for my wife it’s just BC. Surprising that we submitted the BC's (Imperfect ones) along with affidavits at the time of filing. They have simply asked for BC or its equivalents just a simple one line. Not sending EVL was my attorneys call, I believe my employer should be able to provide it; I have been with the same company since coming to US. Just sent the details to the attorney let’s see what they have to say now.

[TeddyKoochu]

Not providing EVL was simply a wrong call. I believe it's mentioned as part of Initial Evidence in the 485 instructions.

Completely agree with you, unfortunately for me this call was taken by the attorney and since he is the company attorney I could not do much. My HR manager was more than happy to give the letter but the attorney was adamant that it is not required. Like you Nishant also pointed out the same that EVL is mandatory the rest is just my bad luck.

[TeddyKoochu]

@leo and @indiaeb2 thanks guys just waiting to hear back from the attorney. I will do my part ASAP. One good thing we did after filing is that both me and my wife now have newly issued birth certificates which we can send along the affidavits and the old ones. Will go with the lawyers advise. I was really expecting it for the flu shot but that passed.

[ram_40001]

My attorney just received my RFE. Its for a flu shot. Going to try and turn it around today.

[ram_40001]

Quick question for Those with flu shot rfe. Did your doctor fill out a new 693 form or just modify the existing one and sign and date?

[tackle]

Quick question for Those with flu shot rfe. Did your doctor fill out a new 693 form or just modify the existing one and sign and date?

I'm sorry that you received RFE for such a silly reason. But at the same time, I think it is good that the RFE is silly and could easily be addressed.

I remember reading somewhere that for RFEs related to Medical Certificate, USCIS sent back the MC envelope along with RFE notice and we had to take it to civil surgeon, have it updated and resealed. But I'm not 100% certain. I just remember reading this in some forum.

On a related note, can you please tell me if your Civil Surgeon left "Influenza" column blank or marked it as "Age Inappropriate"?

Thank you,

[indiaeb2]

Quick question for Those with flu shot rfe. Did your doctor fill out a new 693 form or just modify the existing one and sign and date?
ram they will modify the existing one ...sign and date. i just done this saturday

[indiaeb2]

Friends - My Attorney responded to our RFE today. Hope for the best soon.

[indiaeb2]

I'm sorry that you received RFE for such a silly reason. But at the same time, I think it is good that the RFE is silly and could easily be addressed.

I remember reading somewhere that for RFEs related to Medical Certificate, USCIS sent back the MC envelope along with RFE notice and we had to take it to civil surgeon, have it updated and resealed. But I'm not 100% certain. I just remember reading this in some forum.

On a related note, can you please tell me if your Civil Surgeon left "Influenza" column blank or marked it as "Age Inappropriate"?

Thank you,

Hey Tackle ..it wil be marked as "Age Inappropriate"?

[10102007]

My lawyer responded to the RFE by re-sending the same docs (BC for me & BC + affidavits for my wife) yesterday. Hoping for a closure soon.

[indiaeb2]

My lawyer responded to the RFE by re-sending the same docs (BC for me & BC + affidavits for my wife) yesterday. Hoping for a closure soon.
Friends -Any idea when it will show as RFE response received?. Hey 10102007 let me know once you see it

[ram_40001]

Mine was marked as age inappropriate.

[leo07]

usually as soon as they receive it.My attorney filed the response on 15th, it changed the status on 16th. Of course stayed there, ever since.

Friends -Any idea when it will show as RFE response received?. Hey 10102007 let me know once you see it

[leo07]

what was age inappropriate? what did you send and where did you send? :)

more seriously, was trying to understand the context

Mine was marked as age inappropriate.

[indiaeb2]

usually as soon as they receive it.My attorney filed the response on 15th, it changed the status on 16th. Of course stayed there, ever since.
Thanks Leo. My documents reached today at 9:15 to the mail room at NSC. Just wanted to see when they will update it

[TeddyKoochu]

Thanks Leo. My documents reached today at 9:15 to the mail room at NSC. Just wanted to see when they will update it

Congrats IEB2 you are back in the game. We should hear good news soon from you and Leo. Iam still working with my attorney looks like it will take the whole week.

[leo07]

I'm guessing it should by COB today, if your attorney had sent it by overnight FedEx.

Thanks Leo. My documents reached today at 9:15 to the mail room at NSC. Just wanted to see when they will update it

[indiaeb2]

Congrats IEB2 you are back in the game. We should hear good news soon from you and Leo. Iam still working with my attorney looks like it will take the whole week.
Thanks T. Hope yours goes soon

[indiaeb2]

I'm guessing it should by COB today, if your attorney had sent it by overnight FedEx.
Leo its already in mailing room of NSC today morning. Yes she overnight the package yesterday. so hopefully today by end of day it should be updated correct?

[indiaeb2]

what a timing
Just got sms that its Request for Evidence Response Review . Lets hope for best

[tackle]

what a timing
Just got sms that its Request for Evidence Response Review . Lets hope for best

Good luck!

[ram_40001]

Sorry, this was in response to tackle about my original influenza vaccine status.
what was age inappropriate? what did you send and where did you send? :)

more seriously, was trying to understand the context

[tackle]

Sorry, this was in response to tackle about my original influenza vaccine status.

Appreciate your response and wish you all the best with the RFE processing.

[leo07]

Good luck!

what a timing
Just got sms that its Request for Evidence Response Review . Lets hope for best

[TeddyKoochu]

Friends following is the latest RFE tracker, what_ever is greened, good luck to Leo and IEB2 it could be anytime for both of you.

LIST OF INDIVIDUALS WITH RFE
SR NO - Handle - Type - Date - Details - Details RD - Response Date - USCIS RFE RD - Decision Date
1. indiaeb2 - Additional Evidence -02/10/2011 - Birth Certificate + Influenza -02/20/2011 - 02/21/2011
2. leo07 (TSC) - Initial Evidence - 02/09/2012 - Birth Certificate - 02/14/2012 - 02/16/2012
3. spartantummala - Initial Evidence - 02/10/2012 - Birth Certificate -
4. 10102007 - Initial Evidence - 02/10/2012 - Birth Certificate
5. what_ever- Initial Evidence - 02/02/12 - Flu shot and EVL - 02/14/12 - 02/16/12 - 02/21/12 (Greened)
6. TeddyKoochu - Initial Evidence - 02/11/2012- EVL + BC - 02/16/2012

[indiaeb2]

Friends following is the latest RFE tracker, what_ever is greened, good luck to Leo and IEB2 it could be anytime for both of you.

LIST OF INDIVIDUALS WITH RFE
SR NO - Handle - Type - Date - Details - Details RD - Response Date - USCIS RFE RD - Decision Date
1. indiaeb2 - Additional Evidence -02/10/2011 - Birth Certificate + Influenza -02/20/2011 - 02/21/2011
2. leo07 (TSC) - Initial Evidence - 02/09/2012 - Birth Certificate - 02/14/2012 - 02/16/2012
3. spartantummala - Initial Evidence - 02/10/2012 - Birth Certificate -
4. 10102007 - Initial Evidence - 02/10/2012 - Birth Certificate
5. what_ever- Initial Evidence - 02/02/12 - Flu shot and EVL - 02/14/12 - 02/16/12 - 02/21/12 (Greened)
6. TeddyKoochu - Initial Evidence - 02/11/2012- EVL + BC - 02/16/2012
Hope for the best T. When will you be on track??

[TeddyKoochu]

Hope for the best T. When will you be on track??

The birth certificate thing is done, lawyer still working on EVL they will take their own sweet time.

[leo07]

ahhhh...that's the most painful part. When people whom we trust can't feel our pain. We know CIS has millions of cases and can't have that personal touch or human element in the way they do business. But, our own attorneys who get paid by us ( directly/indirectly), sitting on the cases is unacceptable.

It took almost 22 days for my attorney to file my 485 case in October.

[essenel]

Hi folks, I'm joining the RFE club... got an RFE email today...I'm hoping it's something simple... a little nervous now. Once I know what it's about, I will update the thread.

[haripathhi]

I got an RFE-email for my wife's (I485) application moments ago. It is a request for additional evidence. I hope its straight forward...phew....additional wait time begins..:-w

[haripathhi]

Friends, any idea how long it takes to get the actual RFE details in hand once the status online is updated to "Request for Evidence"?

[TeddyKoochu]

Friends, any idea how long it takes to get the actual RFE details in hand once the status online is updated to "Request for Evidence"?

Refer to post # 1 there the details for some of us are updated.


Hi folks, I'm joining the RFE club... got an RFE email today...I'm hoping it's something simple... a little nervous now. Once I know what it's about, I will update the thread.

Getting a RFE is a bitter sweet feeling, bitter because it could have been approval sweet atleast that the file was touched and worked upon.


ahhhh...that's the most painful part. When people whom we trust can't feel our pain. We know CIS has millions of cases and can't have that personal touch or human element in the way they do business. But, our own attorneys who get paid by us ( directly/indirectly), sitting on the cases is unacceptable.

It took almost 22 days for my attorney to file my 485 case in October.

This is so true, I simply fail to understand why it should take so long at times.

[haripathhi]

[QUOTE=TeddyKoochu;22839]Refer to post # 1 there the details for some of us are updated.

Thanks Teddy!

[QUOTE=TeddyKoochu;22839]Getting a RFE is a bitter sweet feeling, bitter because it could have been approval sweet atleast that the file was touched and worked upon.

Agreed!

[indiaeb2]

ahhhh...that's the most painful part. When people whom we trust can't feel our pain. We know CIS has millions of cases and can't have that personal touch or human element in the way they do business. But, our own attorneys who get paid by us ( directly/indirectly), sitting on the cases is unacceptable.

It took almost 22 days for my attorney to file my 485 case in October.
I almost called my attorney every 2 hrs to drive her to file my RFE. I am paying for it and service is very bad.


Hi folks, I'm joining the RFE club... got an RFE email today...I'm hoping it's something simple... a little nervous now. Once I know what it's about, I will update the thread.
Essenel.. hope for the best


Friends, any idea how long it takes to get the actual RFE details in hand once the status online is updated to "Request for Evidence"?
Should be in by 3-4 bus days

[haripathhi]

Should be in by 3-4 bus days

Thanks indiaeb2!

[essenel]

Getting a RFE is a bitter sweet feeling, bitter because it could have been approval sweet atleast that the file was touched and worked upon.



Essenel.. hope for the best

Thanks for the wishes, Teddy and IndiaEB2.

[TeddyKoochu]

Friends just an update from my side, everything including the EVL and BC's is now with the attorney. I just hope that they take out some time and file, I haven't been asked for any fee. So basically the horse is at the pond but I cannot make it drink the water, aka file the response they will take their sweet time even though I hope it will be done today. Just like Leo and IEB2 mentioned the service is thoroughly unprofessional if proper documentation was sent in the first place the case would have been approved initially itself. This stage has been reached after numerous phone calls , emails etc, If I don’t push it would have taken much longer.

[haripathhi]

Friends just an update from my side, everything including the EVL and BC's is now with the attorney. I just hope that they take out some time and file, I haven't been asked for any fee. So basically the horse is at the pond but I cannot make it drink the water, aka file the response they will take their sweet time even though I hope it will be done today. Just like Leo and IEB2 mentioned the service is thoroughly unprofessional if proper documentation was sent in the first place the case would have been approved initially itself. This stage has been reached after numerous phone calls , emails etc, If I don’t push it would have taken much longer.

Teddy,

I totally agree with you. Sometimes they really push our buttons but lets be patient for a few more days. I keep telling myself, few more days of this bureaucracy and I am done. On the same note, do we have to respond to the RFE through our lawyer? Can't we do it ourselves? Whats the difference?

[TeddyKoochu]

Teddy,

I totally agree with you. Sometimes they really push our buttons but lets be patient for a few more days. I keep telling myself, few more days of this bureaucracy and I am done. On the same note, do we have to respond to the RFE through our lawyer? Can't we do it ourselves? Whats the difference?

In your case since the RFE is for your wife my guess is that it will be birth certificate related. Yes you can respond on your own along with the response you have to send a g28 form with lawyers name removed indicating that you are representing yourself. In some cases its better to go via a lawyer however unprofessional they maybe. It’s entirely your call; it’s probably safer to go via a lawyer in most cases even though it may just involve extra fees because you just want to be done with it.

[haripathhi]

In your case since the RFE is for your wife my guess is that it will be birth certificate related. Yes you can respond on your own along with the response you have to send a g28 form with lawyers name removed indicating that you are representing yourself. In some cases its better to go via a lawyer however unprofessional they maybe. It’s entirely your call; it’s probably safer to go via a lawyer in most cases even though it may just involve extra fees because you just want to be done with it.

Thanks Teddy, I'll try to play it safe and go with the lawyer. Btw, I just got to know that due a family emergency, my lawyer is out of country and will be back only by first week of March. I hope i will get sufficient time to respond to the RFE and also that the visa numbers don't run out by then.

[TeddyKoochu]

Thanks Teddy, I'll try to play it safe and go with the lawyer. Btw, I just got to know that due a family emergency, my lawyer is out of country and will be back only by first week of March. I hope i will get sufficient time to respond to the RFE and also that the visa numbers don't run out by then.

For RFE's typically for a birth certificate they give 84 days otherwise also they should give you 30 days. As soon as you receive the RFE try expediting your part like collecting the documents so that the lawyer can look into it once he / she is back.

[Pedro Gonzales]

Can any of the flu shot RFE folks tell us what you did to respond to the RFE?

What proof of flu shot was required? Did you have to go back to the Civil Surgeon for him/her to certify it? Did the Civil Surgeon charge you again for it?

I intend to keep my stuff ready so that I can send out my response turant when (if) I get an RFE.

[TeddyKoochu]

Friends just got a confirmation finally that the RGE response for me and my wife has been sent to USCIS.

[haripathhi]

Friends just got a confirmation finally that the RGE response for me and my wife has been sent to USCIS.

Cool...goodluck Teddy, God Speed! :)

[longgcque]

Hope to get a good news from you soon .. may be 1-2 weeks max. u r a good person and have put in good time of urs for all of us here .. i have been following u and Q from VI days .. hope u get greened soon ...keep us posted


Friends just got a confirmation finally that the RGE response for me and my wife has been sent to USCIS.

[TeddyKoochu]

Cool...goodluck Teddy, God Speed! :)


Hope to get a good news from you soon .. may be 1-2 weeks max. u r a good person and have put in good time of urs for all of us here .. i have been following u and Q from VI days .. hope u get greened soon ...keep us posted

Thanks a lot guys really appreciate it. Iam already feeling relaxed that atleast the response has gone out now back again in the queue and wait.

[leo07]

cool. No Luck this week...yet :)

Friends just got a confirmation finally that the RGE response for me and my wife has been sent to USCIS.

[mygctracker]

Good Luck T, I know how hard it is for you. But hang in there buddy, you are almost there.

You will get magical email in a week.

Thanks.


Friends just got a confirmation finally that the RGE response for me and my wife has been sent to USCIS.

[indiaeb2]

Friends just got a confirmation finally that the RGE response for me and my wife has been sent to USCIS.

Good. Monday you should see updates that its received and then lets hope for the best.

[Way2GC]

Friends!

We are also joining the RFE bandwagon :)

Received RFE emails on Feb 16th but still do not have the actual letter in hand. Got to know yesterday from the lawyer that it is for flu shot marked as "age

inappropriate" for both of us.

Here goes my details:

NSC PD: 09/24/2007, 485 RD- 11/22/2007(Mailed last week of Nov), 485 ND- 11/28/2007, FP Completed- 01/05/2012(Same date as appointment), EAD/AP RD- 01/10/2012( Mailed Jan 1st week), RFE email- 02/16/2012, RFE Response- Yet to take, EAD/GC- ?

[mysati]

cool. No Luck this week...yet :)

Leo,
The emails and alerts come out on Sat & Sun too. So the week is not over. Good luck :)

[leo07]

Good point. Thanks!

[indiaeb2]

Friends - what the trend in approval after RFE?. I mean how long will this take. Every day its a pain on this

[haripathhi]

Friends - what the trend in approval after RFE?. I mean how long will this take. Every day its a pain on this

Isn't it immediate that after RFE approval (assuming visa numbers are available) you should get the CPO email? Maybe with a buffer of 2-3 days but once the RFE is satisfied, one should be through (cause they don't go back in the queue, they get a free pass). Gurus, please correct me if I am wrong. I hope I am NOT :)

[TeddyKoochu]

cool. No Luck this week...yet :)

People have received alerts on Saturday, who knows it could be today for you. I got my RFE alert 2 Saturdays back.


Good Luck T, I know how hard it is for you. But hang in there buddy, you are almost there.

You will get magical email in a week.

Thanks.

Thanks my friend, i just feel relieved being back in the line again after the RFE response.


Good. Monday you should see updates that its received and then lets hope for the best.

Hope so if these people have sent by priority mail atleast then should be received by Monday.


Friends - what the trend in approval after RFE?. I mean how long will this take. Every day its a pain on this

It could be anywhere from 3 - 30 days. The good thing is as soon as RFE response is received your case moves back to its original position in the officers work queue. Now if they are really following procedures it should be quick. For my H1 extension I got approval in 3 days of RFE response received alert back in 2009 (regular processing).

[indiaeb2]

People have received alerts on Saturday, who knows it could be today for you. I got my RFE alert 2 Saturdays back.



Thanks my friend, i just feel relieved being back in the line again after the RFE response.



Hope so if these people have sent by priority mail atleast then should be received by Monday.



It could be anywhere from 3 - 30 days. The good thing is as soon as RFE response is received your case moves back to its original position in the officers work queue. Now if they are really following procedures it should be quick. For my H1 extension I got approval in 3 days of RFE response received alert back in 2009 (regular processing).

Did you not ask for a tracking number?.

Good to know our approval will be soon

[TeddyKoochu]

Did you not ask for a tracking number?.

Good to know our approval will be soon

Thanks buddy, I did not ask for the tracking details normally based on my past experience most of the filings by them take 2 business days as they never send by express mail or overnight. I was just felt relieved that after a week of calling and several emails finally the response has been sent out, hoping for the response received alerts on Monday. No fee for their thoroughly unprofessional service this time, they are paid completely by the company or I get reimbursed. My HR Director was very cooperative in the whole process he signed the EVL within an hour and had it sent by overnight to them. Happy to be back in the queue after 2 weeks now. Eagerly waiting for yours and Leo07 approvals you are both the senior most members of the RFE club now. Leo07 is probably one of the senior most member waiting by all parameters.

[indiaeb2]

Thanks buddy, I did not ask for the tracking details normally based on my past experience most of the filings by them take 2 business days as they never send by express mail or overnight. I was just felt relieved that after a week of calling and several emails finally the response has been sent out, hoping for the response received alerts on Monday. No fee for their thoroughly unprofessional service this time, they are paid completely by the company or I get reimbursed. My HR Director was very cooperative in the whole process he signed the EVL within an hour and had it sent by overnight to them. Happy to be back in the queue after 2 weeks now. Eagerly waiting for yours and Leo07 approvals you are both the senior most members of the RFE club now. Leo07 is probably one of the senior most member waiting by all parameters.
Good i am happy that your company took care of you for RFE fees. Yes monday before end of day you should see update on your case as received. Then rest all in god's hand. Yes Leo is senior on all parameter. Leo hope for good news for all of us this for coming week.

[TeddyKoochu]

Good i am happy that your company took care of you for RFE fees. Yes monday before end of day you should see update on your case as received. Then rest all in god's hand. Yes Leo is senior on all parameter. Leo hope for good news for all of us this for coming week.

IEB2 nobody paid this time in my case the attorney accepted it as their responsibility. Both you and Leo are probably very sure to be approved in the coming week.
For Nov filers primary filers only.
66 out of 420 cases received rfe's.
164 cases are now approved
17 rfe case are approved
Most people have received approval within a week, some even in 3 days some cases took 2 weeks after submission. Now since the new month will start later this week hopefully there will be a new infusion of numbers by the 9% rule just in case they are short on numbers in the initial days of the next week. Good luck to everyone.

[indiaeb2]

IEB2 nobody paid this time in my case the attorney accepted it as their responsibility. Both you and Leo are probably very sure to be approved in the coming week.
For Nov filers primary filers only.
66 out of 420 cases received rfe's.
164 cases are now approved
17 rfe case are approved
Most people have received approval within a week, some even in 3 days some cases took 2 weeks after submission. Now since the new month will start later this week hopefully there will be a new infusion of numbers by the 9% rule just in case they are short on numbers in the initial days of the next week. Good luck to everyone.
Glad that they accepted its their responsibility. Thanks Q for your boosting.

[indiaeb2]

Morning Guys - How do you see our chances for this week???..

[indiaeb2]

Friends,
WE GOT APPROVED.....................................

FInally our wait is over. Got CPO email now for both at 11:45. As you know we got RFE ( Self - BC+Vaccine and Dep - Vaccine). Our RFE was accepted on Feb 21 and i got my approval today.
Sweet NSC.This wait killed me and now its a big relif. I am very happy to share this news to one of the best forum ever i have been a member. T and Loe you should see your appvoal in a week.
Thank you everyone who was behind me and gave me lots of kind words. I should mention you guys because you are behind me and boosting me so much. Leo, GCHopeful, soggadu, Nishant, Q, T, Spec, Veni, essenel,tackle,gctracker,gc0907 and one and all. I donno what i am typing but its a jolly time for us.

I am going to take a break at work now and give party to folks here and will go home and continue on our lovely forum tonight. Thank you one and all

[longgcque]

Congratulations indiaeb2 .. Enjoy greener life ...


Friends,
WE GOT APPROVED.....................................

FInally our wait is over. Got CPO email now for both at 11:45. As you know we got RFE ( Self - BC+Vaccine and Dep - Vaccine). Our RFE was accepted on Feb 21 and i got my approval today.
Sweet NSC.This wait killed me and now its a big relif. I am very happy to share this news to one of the best forum ever i have been a member. T and Loe you should see your appvoal in a week.
Thank you everyone who was behind me and gave me lots of kind words. I should mention you guys because you are behind me and boosting me so much. Leo, GCHopeful, soggadu, Nishant, Q, T, Spec, Veni, essenel,tackle,gctracker,gc0907 and one and all. I donno what i am typing but its a jolly time for us.

I am going to take a break at work now and give party to folks here and will go home and continue on our lovely forum tonight. Thank you one and all

[leo07]

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!
Happy for you buddy! Like the rest on the forum, I'm Glad ,to be part of your journey :)


Friends,
WE GOT APPROVED.....................................

FInally our wait is over. Got CPO email now for both at 11:45. As you know we got RFE ( Self - BC+Vaccine and Dep - Vaccine). Our RFE was accepted on Feb 21 and i got my approval today.
Sweet NSC.This wait killed me and now its a big relif. I am very happy to share this news to one of the best forum ever i have been a member. T and Loe you should see your appvoal in a week.
Thank you everyone who was behind me and gave me lots of kind words. I should mention you guys because you are behind me and boosting me so much. Leo, GCHopeful, soggadu, Nishant, Q, T, Spec, Veni, essenel,tackle,gctracker,gc0907 and one and all. I donno what i am typing but its a jolly time for us.

I am going to take a break at work now and give party to folks here and will go home and continue on our lovely forum tonight. Thank you one and all

[TeddyKoochu]

Friends,
WE GOT APPROVED.....................................

FInally our wait is over. Got CPO email now for both at 11:45. As you know we got RFE ( Self - BC+Vaccine and Dep - Vaccine). Our RFE was accepted on Feb 21 and i got my approval today.
Sweet NSC.This wait killed me and now its a big relif. I am very happy to share this news to one of the best forum ever i have been a member. T and Loe you should see your appvoal in a week.
Thank you everyone who was behind me and gave me lots of kind words. I should mention you guys because you are behind me and boosting me so much. Leo, GCHopeful, soggadu, Nishant, Q, T, Spec, Veni, essenel,tackle,gctracker,gc0907 and one and all. I donno what i am typing but its a jolly time for us.

I am going to take a break at work now and give party to folks here and will go home and continue on our lovely forum tonight. Thank you one and all

Congrats IEB2 and all the best to you and your family. Good to see a fellow RFE club member getting approved.

[leo07]

Yes, it's definitely encouraging.

[leo07]

I'm hoping my reviewer, XM1027 is back from vacation and has time to review my app. :)

[essenel]

Congrats again, IEB2!!!!!!!!!

Friends, I got my RFE letter today (2/27) - asking for a copy of my birth certificate. Letter says to resend copy of BC even if I sent it before as it's not in the supporting documents! (Along with the other standard verbiage)

So..... this means I should just resubmit what I had submitted before? I had submitted my bc along with an affidavit signed by both my mother and father, since the bc didn't have our full names. Should I submit further evidence (ration card, 10th class marks sheet) or no need?

Also, can I submit it myself or do I need to go through my lawyer? My I-485 was filed by my lawyer. I am going to contact the lawyer and update him, but it would be good to get your opinions too :)

[99mutd08]

Today got the RFE notification email..Waiting for the details...On the website it shows the RFE is for additional evidence!! I have heard mixed reviews abt what it may curtail!! Could the experts chime in!!

Will update the group on what the RFE is about!!

[essenel]

Today got the RFE notification email..Waiting for the details...On the website it shows the RFE is for additional evidence!! I have heard mixed reviews abt what it may curtail!! Could the experts chime in!!

Will update the group on what the RFE is about!!

99mutd08, mine also said 'additional evidence', but when I got the letter, it only asked for a copy of my birth certificate. So, it could be something as simple as that...

[leo07]

you can do it yourself and save 250 if you want to. make sure you communicate that to your attorney and don't piss them off when you are so close to finish line.

Congrats again, IEB2!!!!!!!!!

Friends, I got my RFE letter today (2/27) - asking for a copy of my birth certificate. Letter says to resend copy of BC even if I sent it before as it's not in the supporting documents! (Along with the other standard verbiage)

So..... this means I should just resubmit what I had submitted before? I had submitted my bc along with an affidavit signed by both my mother and father, since the bc didn't have our full names. Should I submit further evidence (ration card, 10th class marks sheet) or no need?

Also, can I submit it myself or do I need to go through my lawyer? My I-485 was filed by my lawyer. I am going to contact the lawyer and update him, but it would be good to get your opinions too :)

[99mutd08]

Thanks essenel!! Here is my sorrow with BC.Original documents with the application I had submitted
1) BC with name different from my actual name(Birth name different from legal name)
2) Affidavits from mum and dad clarifying the name
3) School certificates indicating first use of my name!!
4) Ration card

So I know its too early to say but would I submit all of it again assuming it is the BC?

Really keeping fingers crossed !!

[essenel]

Thanks essenel!! Here is my sorrow with BC.Original documents with the application I had submitted
1) BC with name different from my actual name(Birth name different from legal name)
2) Affidavits from mum and dad clarifying the name
3) School certificates indicating first use of my name!!
4) Ration card

So I know its too early to say but would I submit all of it again assuming it is the BC?

Really keeping fingers crossed !!

I asked a similar question a few posts ago. :D I am going to try to talk to my lawyer tomorrow and clarify as to what has to be submitted. In my case, my bc didn't have our full names (only initial of last name) and my mom's name had a mistake in it. I had originally submitted my bc and an affidavit signed by my parents. I will let you know what my lawyer says.

In your case though, you seemed to have submitted enough evidence the first time around. *I think* resubmitting what you have should be enough. It's going to depend on the wording of the RFE letter. Let's see what your letter says....

[TeddyKoochu]

Guys Ron Gotcher had published some article some days back according to him most BC related RFE's are coming back because the attorneys just attached 1 copy of the BC or related documents which got attached to the EAD / AP file. So probably if they are not asking for anything specific on the RFE its probably ok to just send the same BC and the supporting documents or affidavits back. Going via attorney or not is just based on your confidence level maybe just go by them this is the last time in this journey.

[99mutd08]

Thanks essenel/Teddy for your efforts and suggestions,

I'll keep you posted on what the details are!!

[mesan123]

Congrats Indiaeb2....enjoy the freedom


Friends,
WE GOT APPROVED.....................................

FInally our wait is over. Got CPO email now for both at 11:45. As you know we got RFE ( Self - BC+Vaccine and Dep - Vaccine). Our RFE was accepted on Feb 21 and i got my approval today.
Sweet NSC.This wait killed me and now its a big relif. I am very happy to share this news to one of the best forum ever i have been a member. T and Loe you should see your appvoal in a week.
Thank you everyone who was behind me and gave me lots of kind words. I should mention you guys because you are behind me and boosting me so much. Leo, GCHopeful, soggadu, Nishant, Q, T, Spec, Veni, essenel,tackle,gctracker,gc0907 and one and all. I donno what i am typing but its a jolly time for us.

I am going to take a break at work now and give party to folks here and will go home and continue on our lovely forum tonight. Thank you one and all

[indiaeb2]

I asked a similar question a few posts ago. :D I am going to try to talk to my lawyer tomorrow and clarify as to what has to be submitted. In my case, my bc didn't have our full names (only initial of last name) and my mom's name had a mistake in it. I had originally submitted my bc and an affidavit signed by my parents. I will let you know what my lawyer says.

In your case though, you seemed to have submitted enough evidence the first time around. *I think* resubmitting what you have should be enough. It's going to depend on the wording of the RFE letter. Let's see what your letter says....

Essenel - Submit affidavit from each of your parents and one combined. Also submit your 10 / 12 TC ...also include your indian driving license and PAN Card. This is more than enff

[indiaeb2]

Congrats Indiaeb2....enjoy the freedom
Thanks Mesan 123

[leo07]

called CIS and got to the second level. same parroted response as that's on website.

[essenel]

called CIS and got to the second level. same parroted response as that's on website.

Leo, how long has it been since your case status changed to response review?

[leo07]

Feb 16th, it changed to RFE Response Received and it's under review. TSC, btw

[essenel]

Feb 16th, it changed to RFE Response Received and it's under review. TSC, btw

ok...still within 2 weeks...any day now...

[leo07]

yeah, here's hoping :)

[leo07]

we may have to wait until Thursday for new monthly quota?

[essenel]

we may have to wait until Thursday for new monthly quota?

Sounds plausible.......

My lawyer is going to look into my case tomorrow. At least he responded.... hoping to get it sent out by Thurs or Fri....

[leo07]

Good Luck!

Sounds plausible.......

My lawyer is going to look into my case tomorrow. At least he responded.... hoping to get it sent out by Thurs or Fri....

[TeddyKoochu]

Sounds plausible.......

My lawyer is going to look into my case tomorrow. At least he responded.... hoping to get it sent out by Thurs or Fri....

Very good progress, looks like you have a good attorney. It took mine couple of emails and reminders after the details were received.


we may have to wait until Thursday for new monthly quota?

This is more about luck than numbers. TSC is still approving cases left and right one of my colleagues late Nov filer got approved today. Yes more numbers from Mar will help. What time did you get the RFE Response Received notification, I have not received anything yet and lawyer sent a notification Friday afternoon that response was dispatched. Iam wondering if TSC runs this notification batch process at some specific time of the day. My attorney Iam sure would not spend any money sending by priority mail so Iam hoping atleast my response would have been received by today.

[leo07]

I got the RFE Response Received notification around 5:30 PM on the same day it reached CIS. My attorney filed on 02/15 and I got the notification on 2/16. I think attorney did overnight as promised.

[TeddyKoochu]

I got the RFE Response Received notification around 5:30 PM on the same day it reached CIS. My attorney filed on 02/15 and I got the notification on 2/16. I think attorney did overnight as promised.

Many thanks. I got a mail from my attorney Friday afternoon that the response has been submitted and no online updates yet. Iam pretty sure they would not send by overnight or express mail but atleast today it should have reached by even priority or for that matter first class mail. Just waiting for that notification that USCIS received the response. Will wait for a day or two and then call USCIS.

[indiaeb2]

Sounds plausible.......

My lawyer is going to look into my case tomorrow. At least he responded.... hoping to get it sent out by Thurs or Fri....
Good Luck. Ask him to overnight the response

[indiaeb2]

Sounds plausible.......

My lawyer is going to look into my case tomorrow. At least he responded.... hoping to get it sent out by Thurs or Fri....


Many thanks. I got a mail from my attorney Friday afternoon that the response has been submitted and no online updates yet. Iam pretty sure they would not send by overnight or express mail but atleast today it should have reached by even priority or for that matter first class mail. Just waiting for that notification that USCIS received the response. Will wait for a day or two and then call USCIS.
I am sure you package should have reached...i think the update is taking a while. but i totally understand how you feel......why dont you check with your attorney to track the tracking number and see when did i reached and who signed it.

[TeddyKoochu]

I am sure you package should have reached...i think the update is taking a while. but i totally understand how you feel......why dont you check with your attorney to track the tracking number and see when did i reached and who signed it.

Thanks my friend. In my case the attorney is a company attorney and they treat the company as the client. It takes several emails and phone calls for simple things. I will contact them and after that based on what they say will contact USCIS. Got some responses on Trackitt where some people commented that in some cases it might take 2-3 days for the status to change to RFE Response received after the actual receipt thanks to the large number of RFE’s now.

[leo07]

As soon as you file 485, you are the end client for your attorney and not the company. Along with 485 papers, you'll sign papers to retain him as attorney. company is no where in picture, and they don't even have to know about your gc any more. You can push as hard as you can.

Thanks my friend. In my case the attorney is a company attorney and they treat the company as the client. It takes several emails and phone calls for simple things. I will contact them and after that based on what they say will contact USCIS. Got some responses on Trackitt where some people commented that in some cases it might take 2-3 days for the status to change to RFE Response received after the actual receipt thanks to the large number of RFE’s now.

[TeddyKoochu]

As soon as you file 485, you are the end client for your attorney and not the company. Along with 485 papers, you'll sign papers to retain him as attorney. company is no where in picture, and they don't even have to know about your gc any more. You can push as hard as you can.

Thanks Leo you are completely correct for I485 Iam the client technically as Iam the one who signed the G28. When the RFE came for EVL they said that they have to contact the company again even though they have the previous EVL and everything will go after informing the company etc, my HR manager is quite cooperative so no issues, he did issue a new letter which should have gone initially itself but did not go due to the attorneys insistence. I did contact the law firm to inquire about the RFE delivery but no responses, these people are plain unprofessional and unconcerned to say the least they will take their own time because no extra fee for RFE response. Looks like all loyalty is just about the money and since it is all company paid no wonder it’s completely with them. Normally I try to restrict to one call and one mail a day, only we can feel what we are going through quite frankly.

[leo07]

Yeah, completely understand the pain. These law firms are nothing but blood sucking leeches.

[essenel]

My latest theory is that some officers assigned to adjudicate 485 cases might only working on 485 cases part time and the rest of the time are working on something else!! Only this can explain why it takes them so much time to respond to RFE cases, since RFE cases are supposed to go to the front of the line for that particular officer when they come in, no? Either that or they have hundreds of RFE cases...

[99mutd08]

All,

I wanted to know how much time does it take to receive the RFE letter in the mail? I received the email on Monday but nothing in the mail yet? Normal?

Appreciate your comments and feedback!!

[essenel]

All,

I wanted to know how much time does it take to receive the RFE letter in the mail? I received the email on Monday but nothing in the mail yet? Normal?

Appreciate your comments and feedback!!

Hi 99mutd08, I got the email early on Thurs, Feb 23 and got it in the mail on Mon, 27. So, 4 postal days, counting Thurs. My lawyer got it the next day, i.e., 5 postal days. I've seen 1 week+ also on the forums. If you received the email late on Monday, chances are high that you will see it in the mail tomorrow or day after.

[TeddyKoochu]

All,

I wanted to know how much time does it take to receive the RFE letter in the mail? I received the email on Monday but nothing in the mail yet? Normal?

Appreciate your comments and feedback!!

You can see some of the timelines in the first post.

http://www.qesehmk.org/forums/showthread.php?658-Post-I-485-Filing-RFE-s-Discussion&p=19044#post19044

[leo07]

Any updates on yours teddy?

I have no clue what the reviewer is doing with my case. I see all cases around mine getting approved in trackitt :(

You can see some of the timelines in the first post.

http://www.qesehmk.org/forums/showthread.php?658-Post-I-485-Filing-RFE-s-Discussion&p=19044#post19044

[Way2GC]

We got the RFE email notification on 16th Feb but still have not received the letter in mail. Has anyone experienced such similar situation?

[10102007]

If its been 15 days you can take an Infopass appointment and get the RFE info in person.

[leo07]

You must contact CIS and take info pass if needed.

We got the RFE email notification on 16th Feb but still have not received the letter in mail. Has anyone experienced such similar situation?

[Way2GC]

Thanks 10102007 and leo07.

[TeddyKoochu]

Any updates on yours teddy?

I have no clue what the reviewer is doing with my case. I see all cases around mine getting approved in trackitt :(

I called up the USCIS 1800# a short while back and told them about the case status issue on my case that it did not update to response review. The guy was nice he first parroted the current status and said that he cannot discuss my wife's case since she was not around as Iam at work. I asked him if anyone could check and confirm if the response was indeed received and it’s just an upload issue, he said that it may take upto 15 days for them just to upload at times or for a status update. He told me not to hesitate to call on Mar 10th when it would be 15 days. Within 15 minutes my case status changed to RFE Response Review. For me even this baby step is a step forward, I feel that this definitely has something to do with the call.

[leo07]

Thanks for update. Did you speak with second level or the first?
Good Luck!

[essenel]

I called up the USCIS 1800# a short while back and told them about the case status issue on my case that it did not update to response review. The guy was nice he first parroted the current status and said that he cannot discuss my wife's case since she was not around as Iam at work. I asked him if anyone could check and confirm if the response was indeed received and it’s just an upload issue, he said that it may take upto 15 days for them just to upload at times or for a status update. He told me not to hesitate to call on Mar 10th when it would be 15 days. Within 15 minutes my case status changed to RFE Response Review. For me even this baby step is a step forward, I feel that this definitely has something to do with the call.

Finally!!...that's good.. now the next question is once the case is in Response Review, how long do you have to wait before you can find out what the status is?

[TeddyKoochu]

Thanks for update. Did you speak with second level or the first?
Good Luck!

He was a level one guy call was never transferred but sounded very helpful. Iam glad unlike my lawyer USCIS picks up calls and they are courteous, it maybe that this call logging event pushed something to my case status update or simply that my response was received only today and then uploaded to the system, my lawyer may have sent it by first class mail or this guy internally escalated beacuse I got the alerts within 15 minutes.


Finally!!...that's good.. now the next question is once the case is in Response Review, how long do you have to wait before you can find out what the status is?

I would say that my clock really starts today it should be 3 days to 2 weeks now. Our good friend Leo has probably crossed 2 weeks.

[essenel]

I would say that my clock really starts today it should be 3 days to 2 weeks now. Our good friend Leo has probably crossed 2 weeks.

Teddy, what I meant to ask is there an official wait period before you can call and find out about the case status? Ya, looks like Leo just crossed 2 weeks today, I think....

[TeddyKoochu]

Teddy, what I meant to ask is there an official wait period before you can call and find out about the case status? Ya, looks like Leo just crossed 2 weeks today, I think....

No there is no official period of wait. Theoretically it’s just another case for them so the standard 9 months backlogged TSC wait time applies. Nishant had posted some days back on the forum that once the RFE response is received the case moves back to its original position in the officers work queue. So we can just hope for the best now. Basically getting an RFE means 20-30 days of being pushed back and missing the chance on the day it was issued because it could have been the approval date.

[leo07]

RFE response review has a upper limit of 60 days. I spoke with a rep, same news reader response.

No there is no official period of wait. Theoretically it’s just another case for them so the standard 9 months backlogged TSC wait time applies. Nishant had posted some days back on the forum that once the RFE response is received the case moves back to its original position in the officers work queue. So we can just hope for the best now. Basically getting an RFE means 20-30 days of being pushed back and missing the chance on the day it was issued because it could have been the approval date.

[indiaeb2]

I called up the USCIS 1800# a short while back and told them about the case status issue on my case that it did not update to response review. The guy was nice he first parroted the current status and said that he cannot discuss my wife's case since she was not around as Iam at work. I asked him if anyone could check and confirm if the response was indeed received and it’s just an upload issue, he said that it may take upto 15 days for them just to upload at times or for a status update. He told me not to hesitate to call on Mar 10th when it would be 15 days. Within 15 minutes my case status changed to RFE Response Review. For me even this baby step is a step forward, I feel that this definitely has something to do with the call.
such a relif. You will get approved soon. God will surely help you for fast approval.


RFE response review has a upper limit of 60 days. I spoke with a rep, same news reader response.
same for you Leo

[nishant2200]

No there is no official period of wait. Theoretically it’s just another case for them so the standard 9 months backlogged TSC wait time applies. Nishant had posted some days back on the forum that once the RFE response is received the case moves back to its original position in the officers work queue. So we can just hope for the best now. Basically getting an RFE means 20-30 days of being pushed back and missing the chance on the day it was issued because it could have been the approval date.

Here it is, the public version of the Adjudicators Field Manual.
http://www.uscis.gov/ilink/docView/AFM/HTML/AFM/0-0-0-1/0-0-0-15.html

Go to section 10.11 Order of Processing
http://www.uscis.gov/ilink/docView/AFM/HTML/AFM/0-0-0-1/0-0-0-1067/0-0-0-1749.html#0-0-0-292

"Cases Held for Submission of Additional Information . [Chapter 10.11(b) update effective June 18, 2007.]


When an application or petition provides insufficient information to make a decision, USCIS may request additional evidence. The request for evidence or notice of intent to deny must be in writing and must specify the type of evidence required. The request must state whether initial evidence or additional evidence is required. Alternatively, the basis for the proposed denial must give the applicant or petitioner adequate notice and sufficient information to respond. The request for evidence or notice of intent to deny must indicate the deadline for response. See 8 CFR 103.2(b)(8) .


USCIS may hold the case in abeyance while waiting for the applicant or petitioner to respond. However, the maximum response time for a request for evidence cannot exceed 12 weeks, and for a notice of intent to deny cannot exceed 30 days. Additional time to respond to a request for evidence or notice of intent to deny may not be granted. See 8 CFR 103.2(b)(8) .


If USCIS receives a response, or the time to submit a response elapses, the case shall be returned to its original processing place. Returning the file to the original processing place will normally make the case ready for immediate adjudication."

[nishant2200]

RFE response review has a upper limit of 60 days. I spoke with a rep, same news reader response.

leo, it will never get to that, much sooner before you will be thru.

however, let me tell you, the 60 days you talk about, in my opinion, is just to block people from asking about case status inquiries in the meanwhile. It does not mean its guaranted that in 60 days they will be done with your case, it means that if you dont hear from them, don't bother for 60 days to grab them, after 60 days elapsed you can inquire, open service request etc.

[leo07]

Thanks for information.

leo, it will never get to that, much sooner before you will be thru.

however, let me tell you, the 60 days you talk about, in my opinion, is just to block people from asking about case status inquiries in the meanwhile. It does not mean its guaranted that in 60 days they will be done with your case, it means that if you dont hear from them, don't bother for 60 days to grab them, after 60 days elapsed you can inquire, open service request etc.

[leo07]

Thanks indiaeb2!

such a relif. You will get approved soon. God will surely help you for fast approval.


same for you Leo

[99mutd08]

Just received RFE details

For wife it is Flu shot and for me it is Flu shot and Evidence of status for a certain period.

[leo07]

Flu shot is easy, not sure about evidence of certain period. Were you out of status more than 30 days any time?

Just received RFE details

For wife it is Flu shot and for me it is Flu shot and Evidence of status for a certain period.

[TeddyKoochu]

Teddy, what I meant to ask is there an official wait period before you can call and find out about the case status? Ya, looks like Leo just crossed 2 weeks today, I think....


RFE response review has a upper limit of 60 days. I spoke with a rep, same news reader response.

Guys I read the online status more closely it does say exactly what Leo is saying. I do sincerely hope its sooner every day now seems to be so long.

"You should expect to receive a written decision or written update within 60 days of the date we received your response unless fingerprint processing or an interview are standard parts of case processing and have not yet been completed, in which case you can use the processing time information on our website to estimate when this case will be done."


"
If USCIS receives a response, or the time to submit a response elapses, the case shall be returned to its original processing place. Returning the file to the original processing place will normally make the case ready for immediate adjudication."

Thanks Nishant for all the details very helpful to all of us here.


Just received RFE details

For wife it is Flu shot and for me it is Flu shot and Evidence of status for a certain period.

This is an easy RFE flu shot is straight forward your stamped passport, I94 or I797's should help. If you don’t have the I94 now your employer may have the number as they are supposed to file I9 based on the latest I94.


such a relif. You will get approved soon. God will surely help you for fast approval.


same for you Leo

Thank you so much my friend. Leo deserves the approval more than anyone else. Still a lot of Oct filers and 50% Nov filers waiting.


We got the RFE email notification on 16th Feb but still have not received the letter in mail. Has anyone experienced such similar situation?

Call the USCIS 1800# and they should be able to create an SR for you. For any postal delays the SLA is 15 days. Also try to find out what the RFE is so that you can save some time.

[essenel]

Nishant, Teddy, thanks for the info - very helpful...

It seems like TSC has been approving a lot of cases later in the week, particularly Fri and Sat...let's hope there is another burst of activity... :)

[haripathhi]

We still haven't received the RFE details on my wife's I-485 application. Its been 8 days now since the status online got updated. Getting a little tensed now about this. Our attorney is out of country and hence we can't even follow up with him whether he has received anything.

[nishant2200]

We still haven't received the RFE details on my wife's I-485 application. Its been 8 days now since the status online got updated. Getting a little tensed now about this. Our attorney is out of country and hence we can't even follow up with him whether he has received anything.

Is your attorney local? Is there anyway you can go to office and talk to his assistants or para legals. Generally attorneys work in groups like doctors, the office is belonged to 2-3 attorneys. Just giving you thoughts.

[haripathhi]

Is your attorney local? Is there anyway you can go to office and talk to his assistants or para legals. Generally attorneys work in groups like doctors, the office is belonged to 2-3 attorneys. Just giving you thoughts.

Thanks Nishant. He is local but I think he works by himself (weird I know). On top of that even my company folks don't know much about his para legals. One thing is he's good and really proactive. Word is that he is back next week. I hope its a really easy RFE and that we can send out the info back by next week. So close but yet so far....:)...keeping our fingers crossed.

[nishant2200]

Thanks Nishant. He is local but I think he works by himself (weird I know). On top of that even my company folks don't know much about his para legals. One thing is he's good and really proactive. Word is that he is back next week. I hope its a really easy RFE and that we can send out the info back by next week. So close but yet so far....:)...keeping our fingers crossed.

you are welcome. hang in there then. I have seen sometimes lawyer get the RFE, sometimes applicants, don't know what's the logic. If by the next week also nothing, then I think you should have the lawyer call USCIS, lawyers get a more favorable liaison at USCIS and can get better answers from them.

[haripathhi]

you are welcome. hang in there then. I have seen sometimes lawyer get the RFE, sometimes applicants, don't know what's the logic. If by the next week also nothing, then I think you should have the lawyer call USCIS, lawyers get a more favorable liaison at USCIS and can get better answers from them.

Perfect....will do Nishant. Thank you :)

[99mutd08]

Flu shot is easy, not sure about evidence of certain period. Were you out of status more than 30 days any time?

No..Upon further investigation it was found that my H-1 approval copy for that certain period was missing from the list of documents sent to them

will keep you guys posted!!

[TeddyKoochu]

Thanks so much, Teddy.

I called the USCIS # and opened a SR. We found out from the attorney that the RFE was for flu shots for both. Meanwhile, we have even sent in our RFE responses back to the lawyer. Now the ball is in their court. I am worried that the same thing can happen with Green Card too which comes by general mail.

Call the USCIS 1800# and they should be able to create an SR for you. For any postal delays the SLA is 15 days. Also try to find out what the RFE is so that you can save some time.

The GC itself and EAD comes by priority mail with tracking so it can be tracked. Many people including me have had some kind of mails lost like receipts etc.

For the flu shot I believe that you would get the original reports back and have to send the same back sealed in another envelope. That’s a very quick turnaround approving your case should be a formality.

[leo07]

Great. That should be an easy RFE. Hope you'll be able to send the response soon.

No..Upon further investigation it was found that my H-1 approval copy for that certain period was missing from the list of documents sent to them

will keep you guys posted!!

[haripathhi]

Thanks so much, Teddy.

I called the USCIS # and opened a SR. We found out from the attorney that the RFE was for flu shots for both. Meanwhile, we have even sent in our RFE responses back to the lawyer. Now the ball is in their court. I am worried that the same thing might happen with Green Card too which comes by general mail.

Way2GC, did you never get the RFE request to your address? Reason I ask is that I never got our RFE request and its been over a week now. Planning to talk to the attorney first thing Monday morning. I even thought about calling USCIS up but then thought its best to check with my attorney first.

[drapnvalsad]

today my application status changed as below. (for all dependent also same RFE).
any body in same boat.
what will be (initial evidence) or more documentation/evidence (additional evidence).


On March 3, 2012, we mailed a notice requesting initial evidence in this case. Please follow the instructions on the notice to submit the evidence requested. Meanwhile, processing of this case is on hold until we either receive the evidence or the opportunity to submit it expires. Once you submit the evidence requested and a decision is made, you will be notified by mail.

A request for evidence is made when an application/petition is lacking required documentation/evidence (initial evidence) or the officer needs more documentation/evidence (additional evidence) to determine an applicant's eligibility for the benefit sought.

[Way2GC]

No Haripathhi! We did not receive the RFE letter in our mail and it has already been 15 days. After receiving the USCIS email notification, I called the 1800 # to find out what was RFE about but instead they asked to wait 15 days. Meanwhile, we checked with the attorney and they had the RFE letter and the original medical forms. We got to know then RFE was for flu shots marked "not age appropriate" for both of us. So the attorney had those mailed back to us. And we got the RFE response corrected and have sent them out to attorney. Now its in their discretion when to mail those to USCIS. I even opened a SR with USCIS yesterday to have the RFE letter resent.

I would suggest there would be no use calling USCIS now since your 15 days is not over and they would not give a hint about the RFE. Check with the attorney. I am sure they should be having the details. Just hope you get your details soon. Good luck.


Way2GC, did you never get the RFE request to your address? Reason I ask is that I never got our RFE request and its been over a week now. Planning to talk to the attorney first thing Monday morning. I even thought about calling USCIS up but then thought its best to check with my attorney first.

[Way2GC]

Thanks again, Teddy!

We have already sent the corrected medical forms sealed in back to the lawyer. Now we are just waiting for the lawyer to mail those out :(
If we still have not received EADs by now, does that mean we are going to get both EAD and GC together? Please help me understand.


The GC itself and EAD comes by priority mail with tracking so it can be tracked. Many people including me have had some kind of mails lost like receipts etc.

For the flu shot I believe that you would get the original reports back and have to send the same back sealed in another envelope. That’s a very quick turnaround approving your case should be a formality.

[haripathhi]

No Haripathhi! We did not receive the RFE letter in our mail and it has already been 15 days. After receiving the USCIS email notification, I called the 1800 # to find out what was RFE about but instead they asked to wait 15 days. Meanwhile, we checked with the attorney and they had the RFE letter and the original medical forms. We got to know then RFE was for flu shots marked "not age appropriate" for both of us. So the attorney had those mailed back to us. And we got the RFE response corrected and have sent them out to attorney. Now its in their discretion when to mail those to USCIS. I even opened a SR with USCIS yesterday to have the RFE letter resent.

I would suggest there would be no use calling USCIS now since your 15 days is not over and they would not give a hint about the RFE. Check with the attorney. I am sure they should be having the details. Just hope you get your details soon. Good luck.

Thank you, I shall do the same.

Thanks again, Teddy!

We have already sent the corrected medical forms sealed in back to the lawyer. Now we are just waiting for the lawyer to mail those out :(
If we still have not received EADs by now, does that mean we are going to get both EAD and GC together? Please help me understand.

As per my understanding the GC and EAD are two different streams, typically, EADs have nothing to do with RFE's. But I personally know of certain friends who obtained their EADs and GCs back-to-back within a span of 2-3 days. Maybe you are one of those lucky ones. Good Luck and God Speed!

[haripathhi]

today my application status changed as below. (for all dependent also same RFE).
any body in same boat.
what will be (initial evidence) or more documentation/evidence (additional evidence).


On March 3, 2012, we mailed a notice requesting initial evidence in this case. Please follow the instructions on the notice to submit the evidence requested. Meanwhile, processing of this case is on hold until we either receive the evidence or the opportunity to submit it expires. Once you submit the evidence requested and a decision is made, you will be notified by mail.

A request for evidence is made when an application/petition is lacking required documentation/evidence (initial evidence) or the officer needs more documentation/evidence (additional evidence) to determine an applicant's eligibility for the benefit sought.

Dr.Valsad,

Typically initial evidence points to birth certificate/medical certificate related. Couple of pages earlier (on this same thread) Nishant/Teddy had posted a link wherein this was clearly explained. Kindly look it up. My guess is that your RFE should be straight forward. Good Luck and God Speed.

[drapnvalsad]

Congrates and thank you very much.
for me i am expecting BC RFE.
but spouse and son has no issue with BC.
primary has BC RFE then secondary will also get RFE?
may be all have medical RFE



Dr.Valsad,

Typically initial evidence points to birth certificate/medical certificate related. Couple of pages earlier (on this same thread) Nishant/Teddy had posted a link wherein this was clearly explained. Kindly look it up. My guess is that your RFE should be straight forward. Good Luck and God Speed.

[nishant2200]

Congrates and thank you very much.
for me i am expecting BC RFE.
but spouse and son has no issue with BC.
primary has BC RFE then secondary will also get RFE?
may be all have medical RFE

Man it wud be really crazy a medical RFE to a doctor.

In any case it will be simple, u will be greened in March.

[drapnvalsad]

Thanks nishant.
thanks for magic words.



Man it wud be really crazy a medical RFE to a doctor.

In any case it will be simple, u will be greened in March.

[leo07]

LOL
God, these reviewers are really funny :)

Man it wud be really crazy a medical RFE to a doctor.

In any case it will be simple, u will be greened in March.

[TeddyKoochu]

Thanks again, Teddy!

We have already sent the corrected medical forms sealed in back to the lawyer. Now we are just waiting for the lawyer to mail those out :(
If we still have not received EADs by now, does that mean we are going to get both EAD and GC together? Please help me understand.

EAD / AP are interim benefits of 485. So you have not receive EAD / AP approval yet ? Anyways you are probably closer to get the 485 approved itself EAD / AP will be redundant after that anyway. All the best.

[leo07]

Welcome to new RFE week and Good Luck to All! :)

[essenel]

Welcome to new RFE week and Good Luck to All! :)

AMEN.

Is it just me or does it seem like there is usually not much TSC activity on Mondays?

[leo07]

It's just a Murphy's law. As long as our case is pending everything @ TSC appears stalled :)

[essenel]

Lol.... everything seems really dead today...forums, trackitt, :P.

[leo07]

btw, I tried to have my attorney check on CIS about my case, but I got a stock response from them as well: 'CIS does not accept inquiries before 60 days'

[TeddyKoochu]

Leo & Essenel start to another week. Looks like 25% cases are getting RFE's that is why things are getting really slow now. All really depends on the officer who is reviewing the response if he / she has a few minutes of time to clear out our cases. Quite realistically the RFE response received date is our new RD for review by the officer, even though by the work flow rules our cases should go back to their original positions. Mine is Mar 1st so I probably have a few more weeks to go at this rate since there are several 2 weeks plus waiters. Yes TSC is a bit dull on Mondays; who wouldn't be after the weekend looks like some officers work on Saturday and get their comp off on Monday. There are still cases filed early Nov that have not seen any kind of response including RFE. Good luck to everyone in the RFE club.

[essenel]

Leo & Essenel start to another week. Looks like 25% cases are getting RFE's that is why things are getting really slow now. All really depends on the officer who is reviewing the response if he / she has a few minutes of time to clear out our cases. Quite realistically the RFE response received date is our new RD for review by the officer, even though by the work flow rules our cases should go back to their original positions. Mine is Mar 1st so I probably have a few more weeks to go at this rate since there are several 2 weeks plus waiters. Yes TSC is a bit dull on Mondays; who wouldn't be after the weekend looks like some officers work on Saturday and get their comp off on Monday. There are still cases filed early Nov that have not seen any kind of response including RFE. Good luck to everyone in the RFE club.

Wow, that is a lot of RFEs! I don't understand how they can lose so many documents...I thought it is all scanned in and they print it out and put all the case files on the officer's desk and if something is missing then they just print it out again...clearly, it's not working like that. I wonder if their servers were down today or if there was a technical problem of some sort. There were no approvals at all today either from TSC or NSC. Weird.... :)

[Pedro Gonzales]

we checked with the attorney and they had the RFE letter and the original medical forms. We got to know then RFE was for flu shots marked "not age appropriate" for both of us. So the attorney had those mailed back to us. And we got the RFE response corrected and have sent them out to attorney.

So did you have to take the old medical forms back to the same civil surgeon and get him/her to correct the flu portion of it and reseal? Did he/she charge you again for that?

Why don't you start from "Main ghar se cycle le ke nikla ...." and tell us the whole story. There are many of us here on the forum expecting such an RFE.

[10102007]

Wow..it's been absolutely quiet for the past 2 days. May be everybody is out on an early Spring Break.

It's hard not to check the phone every minute for a text message/ email. I'm getting restless and unable to concenterate at work.

[essenel]

Wow..it's been absolutely quiet for the past 2 days. May be everybody is out on an early Spring Break.

It's hard not to check the phone every minute for a text message/ email. I'm getting restless and unable to concenterate at work.

Hey 1010, first of all, did you know that in French and Belgian, Tintin is actually pronounced more like 'Tenten'? This should be your new nickname now :p

Now for the less important stuff ;) - did your status change to Response Review or not yet? (Mine hasn't changed yet....)

[Way2GC]

Its indeed a relief to know that both EAD/GC can be tracked.

Btw, what is the update on your case?


The GC itself and EAD comes by priority mail with tracking so it can be tracked. Many people including me have had some kind of mails lost like receipts etc.

For the flu shot I believe that you would get the original reports back and have to send the same back sealed in another envelope. That’s a very quick turnaround approving your case should be a formality.

[Way2GC]

Thanks for the info. Now its nothing but wait.

Did you happen to find out about the RFE details?

Wish you good luck.


As per my understanding the GC and EAD are two different streams, typically, EADs have nothing to do with RFE's. But I personally know of certain friends who obtained their EADs and GCs back-to-back within a span of 2-3 days. Maybe you are one of those lucky ones. Good Luck and God Speed!

[10102007]

Now for the less important stuff ;) - did your status change to Response Review or not yet? (Mine hasn't changed yet....)

I received a text on 2/26 saying the RFE response was received on 2/24.

[Way2GC]

Sorry for not elaborating earlier.

I took the original medical forms with a copy of the RFE letter to the same civil surgeon. They needed us to show a proof for influenza vaccines even if we had given a copy earlier. The last page having the vaccination record was replaced and filled with necessary details and the date when the vaccine was received with the corresponding box checked accordingly. And the RFE letter was placed on top of the original forms and sealed in together. We received copies for our reference. The civil surgeon didn't charge a penny extra and the whole process was done in almost 20 minutes. Just make sure to check the changes before they are sealed in.

Hope this helps.


So did you have to take the old medical forms back to the same civil surgeon and get him/her to correct the flu portion of it and reseal? Did he/she charge you again for that?

Why don't you start from "Main ghar se cycle le ke nikla ...." and tell us the whole story. There are many of us here on the forum expecting such an RFE.

[essenel]

I received a text on 2/26 saying the RFE response was received on 2/24.

Ok, thanks for the info. I hope you get approved soon!

[TeddyKoochu]

Wow, that is a lot of RFEs! I don't understand how they can lose so many documents...I thought it is all scanned in and they print it out and put all the case files on the officer's desk and if something is missing then they just print it out again...clearly, it's not working like that. I wonder if their servers were down today or if there was a technical problem of some sort. There were no approvals at all today either from TSC or NSC. Weird.... :)

This trend is from the Nov filers RFE/Approved is 25%. Probably I believe the individuals who receive the documentation scan the gold sheet that is how we get the alerts and upload for the officer. After that its all upto the officer. Unfortunately by getting the RFE we missed a golden chance.


I received a text on 2/26 saying the RFE response was received on 2/24.

That’s a important update I got it only on Mar 1st, our responsibility kind of ends once we get this alert. Good luck.


Its indeed a relief to know that both EAD/GC can be tracked.

Btw, what is the update on your case?

No update buddy just waiting, waiting and waiting. Might well take this whole month for me as things seem to be really slow again.

[spartantummala]

Friends,

Both me and my wife received RFEs for BC. I am getting to respond to our RFEs tomorrow. Quick question, would you recommend mailing the responses to our RFEs as separate mails? Or can I put the 2 responses in the same mail (large envelope) but enclosed in two separate envelopes? Please advise.

[TeddyKoochu]

Friends,

Both me and my wife received RFEs for BC. I am getting to respond to our RFEs tomorrow. Quick question, would you recommend mailing the responses to our RFEs as separate mails? Or can I put the 2 responses in the same mail (large envelope) but enclosed in two separate envelopes? Please advise.

I don't know what my lawyer did but better to go with the large envelope with 2 small ones with the gold sheet visible or on top in each small envelope.

[leo07]

YAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO OO!
Decision

On March 5, 2012, we mailed you a notice that we had registered this customer's new permanent resident status. Please follow any instructions on the notice. Your new permanent resident card should be mailed within 60 days following this registration or after you complete any ADIT processing referred to in the welcome notice, whichever is later. If you move before receiving your card, please call our customer service center at 1-800-375-5283.

I don't know what my lawyer did but better to go with the large envelope with 2 small ones with the gold sheet visible or on top in each small envelope.

[kd2008]

Congrats Leo!

[TeddyKoochu]

YAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO OO!
Decision

On March 5, 2012, we mailed you a notice that we had registered this customer's new permanent resident status. Please follow any instructions on the notice. Your new permanent resident card should be mailed within 60 days following this registration or after you complete any ADIT processing referred to in the welcome notice, whichever is later. If you move before receiving your card, please call our customer service center at 1-800-375-5283.

Leo my friend many congratulations to you and your family. Enjoy this moment for which you have worked so hard and waited so long, you must be feeling very relaxed and relieved in addition to the happiness. This is the completion of a great journey, have a blast.

[essenel]

YAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO OO!
Decision

On March 5, 2012, we mailed you a notice that we had registered this customer's new permanent resident status. Please follow any instructions on the notice. Your new permanent resident card should be mailed within 60 days following this registration or after you complete any ADIT processing referred to in the welcome notice, whichever is later. If you move before receiving your card, please call our customer service center at 1-800-375-5283.

YAYYYYY!!!!!!!!!! Congrats, Leo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[imdeng]

Congratulations Leo - it has been a long journey for you with bumps on the road - enjoy the end of this journey and start of the new one.

YAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO OO!
Decision

On March 5, 2012, we mailed you a notice that we had registered this customer's new permanent resident status. Please follow any instructions on the notice. Your new permanent resident card should be mailed within 60 days following this registration or after you complete any ADIT processing referred to in the welcome notice, whichever is later. If you move before receiving your card, please call our customer service center at 1-800-375-5283.

[maggie]

YAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO OO!
Decision

On March 5, 2012, we mailed you a notice that we had registered this customer's new permanent resident status. Please follow any instructions on the notice. Your new permanent resident card should be mailed within 60 days following this registration or after you complete any ADIT processing referred to in the welcome notice, whichever is later. If you move before receiving your card, please call our customer service center at 1-800-375-5283.

Congratulations Leo!!!

[tryng2bjolly]

Congratulations Leo - enjoy the surreal feeling :)

[10102007]

Congrats Leo. Wish you the very best.

[nayekal]

YAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO OO!
Decision

On March 5, 2012, we mailed you a notice that we had registered this customer's new permanent resident status. Please follow any instructions on the notice. Your new permanent resident card should be mailed within 60 days following this registration or after you complete any ADIT processing referred to in the welcome notice, whichever is later. If you move before receiving your card, please call our customer service center at 1-800-375-5283.

Congratulations Leo!!

[leo07]

Congratulations Leo!!!
Thanks maggie!

Congratulations Leo - enjoy the surreal feeling :)
Thanks!

Congrats Leo. Wish you the very best.

Thanks very much!


Congratulations Leo!!

Thanks nayekal! are you the same one from I m m i g r a t i o n V o i c e core?

[spartantummala]

Congratulations Leo, happy for you and your family. Its your turn now Teddy.

I mailed our RFE responses (mine and my wife's) today. Hopefully a positive decision will be made on our cases soon. Our RFEs were for photocopies of official birth certificates.

[Pedro Gonzales]

Congrats, Leo Verde.

[nayekal]

Thanks nayekal! are you the same one from I m m i g r a t i o n V o i c e core?[/QUOTE]

Yes. I used to access ** occasionally and followed others to Q's forum.

[kpt112107]

Got RFE detailed notice today.... (same RFE for Spouse & Myself)

"Please submit a photocopy of your official birth certificate. If the document is not in English, please include a certified English translation. If a birth certificate does not exist or cannot be obtained, you must demonstrate this and submit secondary evidence pertinent to the facts at issue.
You must submit the requested information within eighty-four (84) days from the datc of this letter (87 days if this notice was received by mail). Failure to do so may result in the denial of your application."

We already submitted NAC & two affidavits (one from parents & one from uncle).

What should we send them now???

[drapnvalsad]

Any suggestion please...................

Today i received RFE notification (lawyer also got copy).
Asking for photocopy of official Birth Certificate for all primary and dependent.
Planing to send photocopy of official Birth Certificate and two affidavits for all.
Primary BC registered late, secondary BC registered after 2-3 days of born.
Officer # XM 1027
84 days time to respond.

[TeddyKoochu]

Got RFE detailed notice today.... (same RFE for Spouse & Myself)

"Please submit a photocopy of your official birth certificate. If the document is not in English, please include a certified English translation. If a birth certificate does not exist or cannot be obtained, you must demonstrate this and submit secondary evidence pertinent to the facts at issue.
You must submit the requested information within eighty-four (84) days from the datc of this letter (87 days if this notice was received by mail). Failure to do so may result in the denial of your application."

We already submitted NAC & two affidavits (one from parents & one from uncle).

What should we send them now???


Any suggestion please...................

Today i received RFE notification (lawyer also got copy).
Asking for photocopy of official Birth Certificate for all primary and dependent.
Planing to send photocopy of official Birth Certificate and two affidavits for all.
Primary BC registered late, secondary BC registered after 2-3 days of born.
Officer # XM 1027
84 days time to respond.

Guys Nishant posted a few days back that Ron Gotcher had commented on this issue. The root cause is that since EAD / AP & GC are 3 applications 3 copies of BC related material should be submitted. I would suggest you do the same in consultation with your lawyer. In my own case Iam submitted old bc + 2 affidavits originally for the RFE submitted the same including new BC's with old birth registration date generated after 485 filing.

[spartantummala]

My RFE was for a photocopy of official birth certificate and I submitted the following in the same order. Keeping fingers crossed now :)

1) Gold sheet on top
2) Photocopy of white RFE letter
3) RFE Response Cover Letter
4) Photocopy of BC
5) Photocopy of Secondary School Certificate
6) Affidavits from mother, father & aunt
7) Photocopies of biometric pages of current & expired passports

Make sure to waive the signature confirmation if mailing by USPS Express Mail. I forgot to do that in my case. USPS left a note to pick up my mail and the following day a person from USCIS picked it up from the post office. I called the local USPS office in Mesquite, TX and they told me to not worry and this is normal for them. USCIS does pick up signature confirmation mails from post office the following day. But to avoid any confusion or delays, better to waive signature confirmation.

[10102007]

Friends,

We received our CPO emails just a short while ago from TSC. I thank all of you for being there for all of us.

Teddy, I pray that you should cross the line very soon. Hopefully today, if not over the weekend.

I wish you all the very best.

As they say, the pastures are always greener on the other side. In this case, it is truly greener.

[mysati]

Friends,

We received our CPO emails just a short while ago from TSC. I thank all of you for being there for all of us.

Teddy, I pray that you should cross the line very soon. Hopefully today, if not over the weekend.

I wish you all the very best.

As they say, the pastures are always greener on the other side. In this case, it is truly greener.

Congrats and Good luck 1010!

[mesan123]

Congratulations ... :)


friends,

we received our cpo emails just a short while ago from tsc. I thank all of you for being there for all of us.

Teddy, i pray that you should cross the line very soon. Hopefully today, if not over the weekend.

I wish you all the very best.

As they say, the pastures are always greener on the other side. In this case, it is truly greener.

[billu77]

No RFE letter yet!. Wife got RFE email on March 2nd (last friday) and still no physical RFE mail. Do they mail it on the day we get the e-mail or is it mailed out later? Anyone knows if the attorney gets the RFE or the applicant or both? If it was mailed out on March 2nd, it is strange that both me and attorney have not got anything yet!

[essenel]

Congrats, 1010!!


Friends,

We received our CPO emails just a short while ago from TSC. I thank all of you for being there for all of us.

Teddy, I pray that you should cross the line very soon. Hopefully today, if not over the weekend.

I wish you all the very best.

As they say, the pastures are always greener on the other side. In this case, it is truly greener.

[drapnvalsad]

i got email on 03 march 2012 and physical RFE on 08 march 2012 to me and lawyer also got.



No RFE letter yet!. Wife got RFE email on March 2nd (last friday) and still no physical RFE mail. Do they mail it on the day we get the e-mail or is it mailed out later? Anyone knows if the attorney gets the RFE or the applicant or both? If it was mailed out on March 2nd, it is strange that both me and attorney have not got anything yet!

[TeddyKoochu]

Friends,

We received our CPO emails just a short while ago from TSC. I thank all of you for being there for all of us.

Teddy, I pray that you should cross the line very soon. Hopefully today, if not over the weekend.

I wish you all the very best.

As they say, the pastures are always greener on the other side. In this case, it is truly greener.

Many congratulations to you and your family. Great to see another RFE club member greened. Thanks for your kind words, my RFE response alert came on 01-mar so realistically Iam expecting the good news sometime this week.

[TeddyKoochu]

Start of another week, good luck to everyone. Hope to hear good news on approvals.

[essenel]

Start of another week, good luck to everyone. Hope to hear good news on approvals.

Amen!! My status says that the response was received on Mar 5, so I might have a longer wait, but who knows! Maybe this week. Good luck to everyone :) Teddy, I think this is your week!!!

[TeddyKoochu]

Amen!! My status says that the response was received on Mar 5, so I might have a longer wait, but who knows! Maybe this week. Good luck to everyone :) Teddy, I think this is your week!!!

Thanks Essenel, the interesting thing is for the last 2 weeks whoever has written this Monday morning post has been greened :) the same week first IEB2 and then Leo. So I decided to write it this week :) :). Good luck to you and everyone in the RFE club.

Following are the details of user HESANI from Trackitt. Looks like its taking a long time from the response review state to approval. I would just consider myself as borderline for this week. Number of RFE cases are multiplying so older timelines don't apply.

HESANI@TRACKITT
Guys, it's my turn today!!!! Both me and my wife are GREEEENNEEDDDDDDDD!
Got CPO emails for both on 3/12 9:00 am.
Applied : Nov 01, 11
RD: Nov 3, 11
ND: Nov 9, 11
FP: Dec 15, 11
EAD/AP Received: Jan 14, 12
RFE Received: Feb 11, 12 (for both me and my wife for a copy of original birth certificate, replied by sending the copy)
RFE Replied: Feb 22, 12
RFE Response Review: Feb 23, 12
485 CPO: Mar 12, 12

[longwaitforgc]

Really didn't wanted to come to this thread. But here I am.

Just got an RFE today in the morning, it says nothing about the RFE in the SMS nor in the email. Called USCIS help desk and they said wait for the mail.

Gurus, can you guys let me know whats the process followed on RFE's or someone who has been through it can post about the steps need to be followed on the main post of the thread. It will be of great help.

Thank you

[tackle]

Number of RFE cases are multiplying so older timelines don't apply.

Teddy,

I think it again depends on the IO reviewing the RFE response. My friend whose RFE response reached on Feb 28 got approval notifications on Mar 08. So, there's still hope for you to get your approvals soon. All the best.