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[incredible]

Idli, Remember Rocky 3, withstand anything and everything thrown at us. The only thing I can offer you is a toast about this in 2023, during our first Q members get together, provided the boss is open for it.

I like this idea of Q's Blokes meet up.. How does the name Q's Blokes look (from Q's Blog).

[AceMan]

I like this idea of Q's Blokes meet up.. How does the name Q's Blokes look (from Q's Blog).

Q, Project 2023 in person get together. What do you think about it?

[qesehmk]

Q, Project 2023 in person get together. What do you think about it?

I am all for it. Why not. Hopefully at least half of our blog visitors will be greened by then !

[GCkaLADDU]

I got my Biometrics done (ASC - Kansas City, MO) along with my spouse on 04/16. Status for I-765 application changed to 'Case Is Being Actively Reviewed By USCIS' within couple of hours and it has stayed the same since for both of us.

Any experiences on how long does it take to get to 'Card Produced' from 'Active Review'

PD- 04/24/2013; EB3-I

[idliman]

I am so sorry to hear that but I am sure you are getting closer and closer by the day. Have you thought about sending medicals and 485J through interfiling?

My I485-J, G-325A and I-693 forms were submitted as part of I-485J done in Oct 2019. They are valid till Oct 2021 (2 years from the signature date of the doctor). However, sending another medical RFE is entirely upto USCIS.

[rocketfast]

My I485-J, G-325A and I-693 forms were submitted as part of I-485J done in Oct 2019. They are valid till Oct 2021 (2 years from the signature date of the doctor). However, sending another medical RFE is entirely upto USCIS.

Did you do your 485j as part of a change of job? I ask because, I am planning to change job this week (6 month is done). So, when my new employer sends 485j, can I use that opportunity to send medicals too?

[idliman]

Did you do your 485j as part of a change of job? I ask because, I am planning to change job this week (6 month is done). So, when my new employer sends 485j, can I use that opportunity to send medicals too?

Ofcourse I changed jobs technically (company split - complicated - I stayed in same seat doing the same job on the same computer). The attorneys advised not to proactively file I-485J. I forced it through as the company was facing a layoff situation. My HR was very open and supportive (once I explained the worst case scenario). In that situation a completed I-485 file with current I-693, might buy you additional time even if there is a layoff. Like clockwork, we got RFE for G-325A, and I-693 (primary and dependent) two months after I-485J was submitted. That was in Oct 2019 and before pandemic.

If you are doing it now (proactively), I don't know the recent processing timeframes. You need to analyze if it is going to help you or not. If you are in NSC, they process very fast and proactively send RFEs. If you are in TSC, it is going to be a struggle. It may help you or endup taking the same time. You may need to take a chance. But it is 50/50 either way.

The ideal situation is to wait for I-693 and G-325A RFE 2 or 3 months after sending I-485J. However, if your FA date is current, then I would lobby the attorney to send everything together in one packet. You can take the chance, I believe.

Everyone's situation is unique. So your decisions are based on the current situation. If you need any clarifications, please post or send a private message (if it involves personal data). I always try to say good or bad things as it is without sugar-coating. It may not make everyone happy.

[Turbulent_Dragonfly]

Did you do your 485j as part of a change of job? I ask because, I am planning to change job this week (6 month is done). So, when my new employer sends 485j, can I use that opportunity to send medicals too?

I can provide one data point as I had this discussion with my attorney while filing in Oct. The debate between us was file on Oct 1 without medicals or do it the following week with medicals. She rightfully guessed that USCIS will be so overwhelmed that we may never see the RFE for medicals for months later and our file will lay incomplete. She had also said it's a bad idea to just send medicals without an RFE barcode to associate it with because it can just get lost. Ultimately we filed on Oct 8 with medicals and it worked out for the better.

[idliman]

This is a general post for everyone regarding I-485 Supp J. I had explained it before. A GC is given based on you accepting a future offer and company attesting a FT job after GC. So if you are not in the same company that did the PERM and I-140, it is my firm belief that you need to do a I-485J. That is the clean way to get a GC. Someone might say who is going to check. However, if you are doing a job that involves security and scrutiny, you better do everything by the book.

The above should give a clear idea for everyone thinking about a I-485 Supp J. I have a previous post explaining this. You may be able to find it by searching.

[Moveon]

This is a general post for everyone regarding I-485 Supp J. I had explained it before. A GC is given based on you accepting a future offer and company attesting a FT job after GC. So if you are not in the same company that did the PERM and I-140, it is my firm belief that you need to do a I-485J. That is the clean way to get a GC. Someone might say who is going to check. However, if you are doing a job that involves security and scrutiny, you better do everything by the book.

The above should give a clear idea for everyone thinking about a I-485 Supp J. I have a previous post explaining this. You may be able to find it by searching.

I did not file my Supp-J when I shifted to my current Job. I received an RFE Late Dec 2020 which stated "If you are not at <company-X>" please send a Supplement J. I sent The Supplement J alng with the Meds. In March , I first got a notice that my employment has moved to my current employer and 2 days later the GC was approved . Even in my previous company (compnay-X) I had not filed the Supp-j . received 2018 RFE during which I send the Supplement -J from Company-X. BAL and Fragomen both adviced me not to send the supp-J proactively . I never faced any issues .

[suninphx]

Is it common that person gets green cards in hands but no action of I-485J case? Couple of my friend's are facing this and their lawyer is advising them to just relax and enjoy GC.

[vedu]

Hi All,

I never changed my original employer, but still received the RFE for "Supplement J" alongwith Medical. I am preparing my own response. So far, I have filled the Supp-J and got it signed by my employer, and also visited the Civil Surgeon's office and now awaiting his report. Meanwhile, I have a few minor/stupid questions. If you can, please answer them. Your help is highly appreciated.

1. Are there any supporting documents that I need to attach with Supp-J? My employer provided a separate "Employment Verification letter". I am going to attach that with a couple of most recent pay stubs. Are there any other documents I am missing?

2. My employer signed the form in Blue ink. Will that be a problem? Some people advise to use Black Ink only in completing that form.

3. My old attorney from 10 years ago is not representing me anymore. So, should I write a separate cover letter and mention in that letter that any future correspondence should be sent directly to me?

Thank you in advance!

[idliman]

Hi All,

I never changed my original employer, but still received the RFE for "Supplement J" along with Medical. I am preparing my own response. So far, I have filled the Supp-J and got it signed by my employer, and also visited the Civil Surgeon's office and now awaiting his report. Meanwhile, I have a few minor/stupid questions. If you can, please answer them. Your help is highly appreciated.

1. Are there any supporting documents that I need to attach with Supp-J? My employer provided a separate "Employment Verification letter". I am going to attach that with a couple of most recent pay stubs. Are there any other documents I am missing?

2. My employer signed the form in Blue ink. Will that be a problem? Some people advise to use Black Ink only in completing that form.

3. My old attorney from 10 years ago is not representing me anymore. So, should I write a separate cover letter and mention in that letter that any future correspondence should be sent directly to me?

Thank you in advance!

1. You are in the same job and same employer. Note that I-485J can be used for "first time" and also for porting. In your case, USCIS is looking for a version of the form similar to first time I-485 application. Basically they are looking for the "genuine offer" part (1a box).

2. No issues with Blue ink. In fact my office always signs in blue ink.

3. Usually when one changes an attorney, they will do a new G-325A form. The new form will overwrite the previous attorney. You are removing attorney all together. All, I could find for you is the wording from an USCIS memo.

Withdrawing Legal Representation:To withdraw legal representation altogether, the applicant or legal representative must write to the USCIS office where the case is pending.

Good Luck.

[idliman]

Is it common that person gets green cards in hands but no action of I-485J case? Couple of my friend's are facing this and their lawyer is advising them to just relax and enjoy GC.

In my case, the I485J has a separate receipt number and an approved status online. I did not get any approval. Maybe the attorneys got a copy.

If a separate receipt number is assigned to the I485J, then it will show approved. The first time I485+I485J applicants should not receive a separate receipt number for Supp J. But a lot of the Oct 2020 filers got it. It is your duty to submit I485J. Don't worry about whether you got a separate approval notice for I485J. It is implied, when GC is approved. So don't worry and enjoy your GC.

[vedu]

1. You are in the same job and same employer. Note that I-485J can be used for "first time" and also for porting. In your case, USCIS is looking for a version of the form similar to first time I-485 application. Basically they are looking for the "genuine offer" part (1a box).

2. No issues with Blue ink. In fact my office always signs in blue ink.

3. Usually when one changes an attorney, they will do a new G-325A form. The new form will overwrite the previous attorney. You are removing attorney all together. All, I could find for you is the wording from an USCIS memo.



Good Luck.

Thank you, idliman! More power to you brother!!

[mohan_jgd]

Hey guys,

Anyone else who hasn't even received a FP notice after filing for I-485 in Oct 2020? My RD is 11/02 and it will be 6 months on 05/02. Can i expedite or create an SR for the same? Checked with Emma a couple of times but have got the usual response of resource crunch due to Covid-19 amid huge number of applicatins.

[Turbulent_Dragonfly]

Hey guys,

Anyone else who hasn't even received a FP notice after filing for I-485 in Oct 2020? My RD is 11/02 and it will be 6 months on 05/02. Can i expedite or create an SR for the same? Checked with Emma a couple of times but have got the usual response of resource crunch due to Covid-19 amid huge number of applicatins.

Unfortunately without biometrics, the chances are slim to get expedited processing unless they already have recent prints.

[vedu]

Hi Guys,

Does the USCIS list the attorney name on the RFE? My RFE has no attorney name listed on it, so I am curious to know.

[incredible]

Hi Guys,

Does the USCIS list the attorney name on the RFE? My RFE has no attorney name listed on it, so I am curious to know.

It does not list the attorney name. After RFER was submitted by the attorney, the approval letter goes to both applicant and the attorney.

[vedu]

It does not list the attorney name. After RFER was submitted by the attorney, the approval letter goes to both applicant and the attorney.

Okay, thank you for the confirmation!

[inspired_p]

I know there are few outliers who are waiting or months for USCIS to pick their case after PD is current, but is there any metric how long does it usually take USCIS to issue Medical RFE once priority is current?

I would be current in the May 2021, but not sure how agonizingly long the wait still would be for the RFE and adjudication.
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[montyp80]

Unfortunately without biometrics, the chances are slim to get expedited processing unless they already have recent prints.

I filed for EAD on 10/6/20 and biometrics were done on 2/18/21, the case is stuck at NBC. Currently they are processing June cases.

I tried to chat with an agent through EMMA to expedite my EAD processing but was shot down twice.

What reason did you provide for your case?
There is no direct link for opening up a SR if the case is within 'normal processing time' for the center, is there?

[montyp80]

I filed for EAD on 10/6/20 (PD Jan/2014, EB3) and biometrics were done on 2/18/21, the case is stuck at NBC. Currently they are processing June cases.

I tried to chat with an agent through EMMA to expedite my EAD processing but was shot down twice.

If anyone else were able to successfully submit SR for expedited processing,

1. What reason did you provide for your case?
2. Did you have to provide any evidence to get SR approved?

[korlakunta08]

There is no time frame if you are lucky you will get RFE/GC soon

[suninphx]

In my case, the I485J has a separate receipt number and an approved status online. I did not get any approval. Maybe the attorneys got a copy.

If a separate receipt number is assigned to the I485J, then it will show approved. The first time I485+I485J applicants should not receive a separate receipt number for Supp J. But a lot of the Oct 2020 filers got it. It is your duty to submit I485J. Don't worry about whether you got a separate approval notice for I485J. It is implied, when GC is approved. So don't worry and enjoy your GC.

Idliman,
Thanks for the response. My friend's attorney have got the approvals in their offices now. So all good.