Post 485-Filing

[tackle]

I don't know why people all ways wants cut the line!!

What is this mystical line that you speak of? Is it the I-485 line where people are waiting in order of their PDs to get their green-cards? Or, is it the EAD line where people are waiting in order of their RDs to get their EADs?

[goutham]

Congratulations Nishant.

[polapragada]

Seems some one got some itch

[manzoorraza]

Venkat,
Thanks for the response. What you said is the right thing to do; the only reason why I was interested in getting this out of the way asap is that I am in a bit of precarious situation due to a 4 page query on H1 asking for everything under the sun ......literally. The fact that I work for a body shop and at a client that is not very cooperative doesn't help at all....been around here for too long so there is a lot at stake for me. Anyways...appreciate you taking the time to respond.
Regards

My suggestion is to avoid FP early walk-in if possible. It is purely based on your luck, the workload of the office at that time and finally the type of person you have to deal with.

My friend who is based in Florida had a very bad experience. Though he ended up getting his FP done he went through horrible 40-45 minutes of waiting. Be prepared to tell one compelling reason why you can't come on the schedule appointment day.

As per my friend it seems the Supervisor (a Lady) told him that it affects their day to day schedule (they have to squeeze one or two extra appointments just because you walked-in early). The last thing you want is an unhappy person doing your biometrics improperly. You don't want to get an RFE 2-3 months later to redo it.

I've read here that lot of people have walked-in without any issues but as I said its purely based on luck. I know you could get your EAD and perhaps your GC faster but having waited this long the extra 10 days wait is not a big deal - At least personally for me.

Note:- If you are not in a Big City and if the FP office is generally not very Crowded it may be OK - I don't know.

PLEASE USE YOUR JUDGEMENT

[GCKnowHow]

Got it, my precious!

My BC had only my first name, ......................

Appreciate all your valuable info. Even this one has so much of info. Congrats and enjoy your Greendom.

[manzoorraza]

RMS,
Thanks for your response. I had figured that by now our kin would would have driven the folks at the ASC crazy with all sorts of "compelling" reasons to "do this early" and thats why wanted to make sure that I didn't end up all embarassed (especially infront of my own kids) by showing up there out of turn. I do have a genuine reason to get this done asap due to h1 queries but I think I will wait for a couple of weeks....certain things are just not worth it I guess.
Thanks

We attempted a walk-in (husband travels and I have an India trip booked at the time). Was very much embarrassed by the lady officer. Do it if you have absolutely no choice.

My husband ended up cancelling all meetings that week and I spent a bunch of $ to re-book my ticket. We are going on the scheduled date. Not worth the look from others on the line at all. Its pretty humiliating.

Think about it.. If you just want to get it done, there is no difference for Feb and Jan filers what so ever since it will be at least another 2 months by the time Jan filers records are picked up

[sam96_77]

Congratulations nishant bhai. Thats simply great news.

Got it, my precious!

My BC had only my first name, mother's name had only first name with "ben" attached to it, wife's BC was registered late and had a english translation certified by my friend. My medical forms had a problem too.

For BC, I had prepared affidavits etc, but lawyer said, don't send unnecessary stuff, only if they ask for something in RFE, we shall send. Similarly 15 days after sending, the doctor called me to provide new sealed envelopes with corrections to the forms, he had screwed up in one place, but lawyer told me to hold onto those and only send if RFE. Lawyer was correct, no RFE, direct approval.

Thanks to all of you my friends. It is a very overwhelming moment.

May you all get it soon and be happy in life.

if anyone has any questions, please feel free to ask me.
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[Stemcell]

Has anyone in this forum put their EAD to use so far ?

Got my EAD and am planning to work part time with a different employer.My understanding was if you used EAD then one would lose their H1B status. But after speaking to my lawyer she says as long as you meet the conditions of the H1b ( 40 hrs etc) you can technically work part time on EAD and still be on H1b????
Not sure if the information is right.

Folks please fill me up here with your inputs.....
Thanks.

[doctorp]

Congratulations nishant bhai. Thats simply great news.

hey nishant,
congratulations, I am happy for you. did you sign up for sms and email both? which one comes first?
I am dying to get the email/sms. my RD is 12/5, just wanted to know to present my self from checking my phone 50 times an hour

[Eb2_Dec07]

Guys ,

Got RFE for primary, email asking for additional evidence . Our hearts nearly exploded when heard the ting on the phone and then pangs of disappointment . Hopefully it is something trivial .

Will keep you posted .

Nishanth, Congratulations buddy. Happy for you man . Believe we are in the same timeline in the US from your emails.

PD : Dec 07; Primary Spouse SC: NSC: EAD : 1/22; 485: RFE Email ;

[cbpds1]

Congrats Mr GC -Nishant , I am very happy for you and you have been my de stress guy in this GC process, ENJOY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[QUOTE=nishant2200;22407]Got it, my precious!

My BC had only my first name, mother's name had only first name with "ben" attached to it, wife's BC was registered late and had a english translation certified by my friend. My medical forms had a problem too.

[cbpds1]

SMS comes first, unless u are pressing F5 all the time.

hey nishant,
congratulations, I am happy for you. did you sign up for sms and email both? which one comes first?
I am dying to get the email/sms. my RD is 12/5, just wanted to know to present my self from checking my phone 50 times an hour

[cbpds1]

Its similar to an international flight scenario, people sit for 20 hrs but are scrambling to go to the POE just to join the big line ...

I don't know why people all ways wants cut the line!!

[sandeep11]

Hi Y'all:

Its my time to share some good news:

Just got my CPO mails. I can't express my happiness. From the bottom of my heart I Wish Good Luck to everyone out there waiting for the 485 approval.

Q, Spec, Teddy, Veni, Kanmani, Nishant, Champu, and the rest, thanks for your hardwork and inputs. You should keep up the good work.This forum has been exceptional and is an example of how like minded people with good thoughts can gel together with no issues. I was following this forum for a while now and there was never a day i guess that I didn't check it. My Heartful Thanks to Each One of You!!!!!

I will be around and help anyone with questions to the extent of my knowledge.

Below are my details:

SC:NSC|RD:12/2/2011|ND: 12/5/2011|FP ND:1/6/2012|FP RD:1/10/2012|FP Done:1/13/2012(Early-Walk-In Actual SD 2/2/2012)|EAD/AP:1/18/2012|485 CPO:2/22/2012

MS in USA
Changed Employers 2 times
Have been with the same employer for PERM/140/485
Issue free immigration history
On H1 for 8 Yrs

Thanks,
Sandy.

[sandeep11]

EB2_Dec07-

I am sure it is something simple. It should be either BC or medicals related. Just go thru them onece again and have them ready just in case so that you can respond quickly.

Guys ,

Got RFE for primary, email asking for additional evidence . Our hearts nearly exploded when heard the ting on the phone and then pangs of disappointment . Hopefully it is something trivial .

Will keep you posted .

Nishanth, Congratulations buddy. Happy for you man . Believe we are in the same timeline in the US from your emails.

PD : Dec 07; Primary Spouse SC: NSC: EAD : 1/22; 485: RFE Email ;

[what_ever]

Got CPO email yesterday at 1:15 PM PST. Case details:

PD: 10/27/07
MD: 11/21/11
RD: 11/22/11
ND: 11/29/11
FP: 01/05/12
EAD/AP Approval: 01/06/12
RFE: 02/02/12 for flu shot and EVL
RFE Response Recd by USCIS: 02/16/12
CPO: 02/21/12

This forum has been a great help to stay on top of the processing stages. Wish you all good luck for the GC journey and beyond. Those getting RFEs, you are close. We got the approval within 3 business days after responding to the RFE.

[gc_usa]

Hi Y'all:

Its my time to share some good news:

Just got my CPO mails. I can't express my happiness. From the bottom of my heart I Wish Good Luck to everyone out there waiting for the 485 approval.

Q, Spec, Teddy, Veni, Kanmani, Nishant, Champu, and the rest, thanks for your hardwork and inputs. You should keep up the good work.This forum has been exceptional and is an example of how like minded people with good thoughts can gel together with no issues. I was following this forum for a while now and there was never a day i guess that I didn't check it. My Heartful Thanks to Each One of You!!!!!

I will be around and help anyone with questions to the extent of my knowledge.

Below are my details:

SC:NSC|RD:12/2/2011|ND: 12/5/2011|FP ND:1/6/2012|FP RD:1/10/2012|FP Done:1/13/2012(Early-Walk-In Actual SD 2/2/2012)|EAD/AP:1/18/2012|485 CPO:2/22/2012

MS in USA
Changed Employers 2 times
Have been with the same employer for PERM/140/485
Issue free immigration history
On H1 for 8 Yrs

Thanks,
Sandy.

Congrates Sandeep , what is your pd ?

[gc_usa]

Got CPO email yesterday at 1:15 PM PST. Case details:

PD: 10/27/07
MD: 11/21/11
RD: 11/22/11
ND: 11/29/11
FP: 01/05/12
EAD/AP Approval: 01/06/12
RFE: 02/02/12 for flu shot and EVL
RFE Response Recd by USCIS: 02/16/12
CPO: 02/21/12

This forum has been a great help to stay on top of the processing stages. Wish you all good luck for the GC journey and beyond. Those getting RFEs, you are close. We got the approval within 3 business days after responding to the RFE.

Congrates what_ever

[tackle]

Hi Y'all:

Its my time to share some good news:

Just got my CPO mails. I can't express my happiness. From the bottom of my heart I Wish Good Luck to everyone out there waiting for the 485 approval.

Q, Spec, Teddy, Veni, Kanmani, Nishant, Champu, and the rest, thanks for your hardwork and inputs. You should keep up the good work.This forum has been exceptional and is an example of how like minded people with good thoughts can gel together with no issues. I was following this forum for a while now and there was never a day i guess that I didn't check it. My Heartful Thanks to Each One of You!!!!!

I will be around and help anyone with questions to the extent of my knowledge.

Below are my details:

SC:NSC|RD:12/2/2011|ND: 12/5/2011|FP ND:1/6/2012|FP RD:1/10/2012|FP Done:1/13/2012(Early-Walk-In Actual SD 2/2/2012)|EAD/AP:1/18/2012|485 CPO:2/22/2012

MS in USA
Changed Employers 2 times
Have been with the same employer for PERM/140/485
Issue free immigration history
On H1 for 8 Yrs

Thanks,
Sandy.

Congrats Sandeep!

Got CPO email yesterday at 1:15 PM PST. Case details:

PD: 10/27/07
MD: 11/21/11
RD: 11/22/11
ND: 11/29/11
FP: 01/05/12
EAD/AP Approval: 01/06/12
RFE: 02/02/12 for flu shot and EVL
RFE Response Recd by USCIS: 02/16/12
CPO: 02/21/12

This forum has been a great help to stay on top of the processing stages. Wish you all good luck for the GC journey and beyond. Those getting RFEs, you are close. We got the approval within 3 business days after responding to the RFE.

Congrats what_ever. Good to see that they reviewed your RFE response so fast. As per the info you've given, I assume that your SC is NSC. Can you please confirm this?

Thank you,

[maggie]

Congratulations Nishant, Sandeep and what_ever!!!

[what_ever]

Congrats Sandeep!



Congrats what_ever. Good to see that they reviewed your RFE response so fast. As per the info you've given, I assume that your SC is NSC. Can you please confirm this?

Thank you,

Yes, it is Nebraska Service Center

[soggadu]

Hi Y'all:

Its my time to share some good news:

Just got my CPO mails. I can't express my happiness. From the bottom of my heart I Wish Good Luck to everyone out there waiting for the 485 approval.

Q, Spec, Teddy, Veni, Kanmani, Nishant, Champu, and the rest, thanks for your hardwork and inputs. You should keep up the good work.This forum has been exceptional and is an example of how like minded people with good thoughts can gel together with no issues. I was following this forum for a while now and there was never a day i guess that I didn't check it. My Heartful Thanks to Each One of You!!!!!

I will be around and help anyone with questions to the extent of my knowledge.

Below are my details:

SC:NSC|RD:12/2/2011|ND: 12/5/2011|FP ND:1/6/2012|FP RD:1/10/2012|FP Done:1/13/2012(Early-Walk-In Actual SD 2/2/2012)|EAD/AP:1/18/2012|485 CPO:2/22/2012

MS in USA
Changed Employers 2 times
Have been with the same employer for PERM/140/485
Issue free immigration history
On H1 for 8 Yrs

Thanks,
Sandy.

kathi.... congratulations.... pandagee pandaga!!!!... enjoy today...from tomorrow it will be just normal ;-) ....

[soggadu]

Seems some one got some itch

i think your name should be pullapragada rather than polapragada... you always pullalu(petty fights) petting(keeping)!!!! i enjoy ur comments though :-)

[essenel]

Congrats, Sandeep and what_ever! Enjoy!

[Eb2_Dec07]

EB2_Dec07-

I am sure it is something simple. It should be either BC or medicals related. Just go thru them onece again and have them ready just in case so that you can respond quickly.

Congratulations man !

Yes I'm hoping it is a simple one . Next few days in waiting will be hard .
Well waited all these years , another few days may not be that bad. Hoping for the best .