Application Status

[ak7419]

Looking at your PD I believe your case has some issue. This is not normal.

If I were you I would specifically request the congresswoman and/or the senior senator of the state (to request USCIS to reveal what is holding it back) while also opening up an FOIA request directly with USCIS.

Q, it is not only my case but there are a bunch of TSC filers waiting on RFE. TSC is somehow occupied adjudicating other cases or there is no logic behind how they are picking up cases for processing.

[ImmiGiveMe]

'ak7419', if you think that you are documentarily qualified and have been in good with all your immigration statuses (F1, H1B...) and no DUI's.. As 'Mr.Q' suggested you should have the USCIS reveal what is holding them back (through FOIA or congressional request).

[qesehmk]

Q, it is not only my case but there are a bunch of TSC filers waiting on RFE. TSC is somehow occupied adjudicating other cases or there is no logic behind how they are picking up cases for processing.

I hope you are right. All the best.

[sling10]

There is an updated version of the form 485. This is the update on the USCIS website :

Edition Date
03/29/21. Starting Oct. 13, 2021, we will only accept the 03/29/21 edition. Until then, you can use the 03/10/21 edition. You can find the edition date at the bottom of the page on the form and instructions.

My question : If I am able to submit 485 before Oct. 13, 2021, can I use the new version of the form OR the new version of the form cannot be used before Oct. 13, 2021?

I do not see the old version of the form on the USCIS website anymore, but, I had it downloaded locally before.

[aGCHopefull]

Guys,
Did anybody who recently got EAD for their dependents, receive SS card also? I believe, I had selected option to issue SSN also, while filling in form I-765, but it has been 2 weeks since EAD approved and I still haven't received SS card. So, before approaching SSA office, I want to find out how long is it taking to receive SS card?

For me, it came exactly after 4 weeks (NJ). So probably wait for 2 more weeks.

[gten20]

Thank you! I checked and they were using the correct form date. (I have a copy of the form)

My guess is that your medical forms were misplaced or not processed properly. Just respond to the RFE as quickly as you can. You can go back to the same doctor and get the Medical forms again. Usually they only charge a small fee for follow up Medicals.

[sling10]

There is an updated version of the form 485. This is the update on the USCIS website :

Edition Date
03/29/21. Starting Oct. 13, 2021, we will only accept the 03/29/21 edition. Until then, you can use the 03/10/21 edition. You can find the edition date at the bottom of the page on the form and instructions.

My question : If I am able to submit 485 before Oct. 13, 2021, can I use the new version of the form OR the new version of the form cannot be used before Oct. 13, 2021?

I do not see the old version of the form on the USCIS website anymore, but, I had it downloaded locally before.

Can someone please help me out on the above query ?

Also, I cannot save the new version of the form after entering the data in it. I could do that on the previous version. Any pointers on how to resolve the issue ?

[getsaby]

Congratulations. We all will be waiting to hear good news in one month's time.

Morning

Derivative I485 was approved on 8/9/2021 by the Local ASC office (@Newark, NJ), approval happened within 10 days once they received the I-693.
Waiting for the actual card now.

Thanks all!

[aGCHopefull]

Morning

Derivative I485 was approved on 8/9/2021 by the Local ASC office (@Newark, NJ), approval happened within 10 days once they received the I-693.
Waiting for the actual card now.

Thanks all!

Congrats getsaby!

[JoinedToAsk]

Is anyone here from Boston or Lawrence FO?

[LightAtEndOfTunnel]

My case status is updated to "Response To USCIS' Request For Evidence Was Received". It is same as RFE-R or should I expect another formal document from USCIS confirming receipt for RFE.

[dosaman]

Is anyone here from Boston or Lawrence FO?

I am from Boston FO. MSC21902 series.

[aGCHopefull]

I am from Boston FO. MSC21902 series.

Do you mind sharing current status on your 485 application?

[dosaman]

Do you mind sharing current status on your 485 application?

Here is my status:

Received Date: 10/23/2020
Biometrics: 03/23/2021
EAD Approved: 07/14/2021
I-485: Pending (Medicals submitted with my application)

[aGCHopefull]

Here is my status:

Received Date: 10/23/2020
Biometrics: 03/23/2021
EAD Approved: 07/14/2021
I-485: Pending (Medicals submitted with my application)

thanks, have you received 485j receipt notice?

[JoinedToAsk]

thanks, have you received 485j receipt notice?

What's the significance of 485J? I'm asking because I received it about a month ago, and nothing has happened since then.

[dosaman]

thanks, have you received 485j receipt notice?

My I-485J was approved on 07/16/2021. Received the receipt notice for that form in May.

[maverick2010]

I recently changed my job and my new company has agreed to interfile I-485J. Meanwhile, I got receipt from USCIS for my old I-485J couple of weeks.

While interfiling I-485J, what documents I have the attach along with new I-485J? please let me know.

Thank you!

[aGCHopefull]

My I-485J was approved on 07/16/2021. Received the receipt notice for that form in May.

I believe then you should get approval in week or two.

[aGCHopefull]

What's the significance of 485J? I'm asking because I received it about a month ago, and nothing has happened since then.

The general trend I have seen is that once the file has been moved to FO, FO generates 485 J receipt, then in 2-3 weeks send RFE for medicals. if medicals were submitted with application then usually approval in 3-5 weeks. the timing may vary from case to case but steps should be same.

[bikenlalan]

I recently changed my job and my new company has agreed to interfile I-485J. Meanwhile, I got receipt from USCIS for my old I-485J couple of weeks.

While interfiling I-485J, what documents I have the attach along with new I-485J? please let me know.

Thank you!

Isn't your new I-485j filed by your company attorney? They should know what to attach. But for the most part, a cover letter explaining what you are sending, the actual document that you want to interfile, I-485 receipt notice, and a copy of passport biographic page should be enough.

[sling10]

Gurus -

Planning to self file my 485 in October for me and my spouse (H4, H4-EAD) and son (H4). Just a little confused if the form I-134 needs to be submitted along with the form I-485. Anyone filed their 485 recently with dependents on H4 has any idea on this ?

Part of the confusion is due to the below statement that I read on Reddy & Neumann website :

Applications for derivative applicants (spouse and children under 21 years old) must include the I-134 Affidavit of Support. ? this form is completed and signed by principal applicant, confirming that s/he has the means to financially support the derivative applicant(s).

[gammaray]

The general trend I have seen is that once the file has been moved to FO, FO generates 485 J receipt, then in 2-3 weeks send RFE for medicals. if medicals were submitted with application then usually approval in 3-5 weeks. the timing may vary from case to case but steps should be same.

This approximation is anecdotally accurate. I received the medical RFE from the FO exactly 3 weeks after receiving the I485J receipt.

[gammaray]

Just to add, the RFE letter included the statement "Submit this information as soon as possible in order for your case to be considered for visa allocation within this fiscal year which concludes on Sep 30, 2021"

Unless the statement is standard language, it appears to be positive and a concerted USCIS effort to maximize gc issuance before FY 2022 begins. Of course some of the 2009/2010 folks still waiting may disagree.

[dosaman]

Just to add, the RFE letter included the statement "Submit this information as soon as possible in order for your case to be considered for visa allocation within this fiscal year which concludes on Sep 30, 2021"

Unless the statement is standard language, it appears to be positive and a concerted USCIS effort to maximize gc issuance before FY 2022 begins. Of course some of the 2009/2010 folks still waiting may disagree.

I would have to disagree. That statement is just for show(possibly to use in any upcoming trials) and I don't think they really mean any of that. My PD is July, 2010 and have been current for several months and my case is as straightforward as it can get and is documentarily complete. I believe there are thousand of others like me waiting for several months after getting current and with documentarily complete applications and yet many of us will not get our GCs this fiscal year.