Post I-485 Filing - RFE's Discussion

[TeddyKoochu]

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.

That’s also true, IO does matter, but these RFE volumes have gone up. What’s happening in your case there are cases around my case as well RD 11/02 with no updates. You are a 11/01 case I hope you get a straight approval. Hope T & T (Tackle & Teddy) get approved this week.

[TeddyKoochu]

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.

Just found an interesting thing the officer for my case & HESANI@TRACKITT is same, we got the RFE on the same day maybe he / she was in a bad mood this day. His response review date is a full week before me, so my guess is its either today if the officer looks into my case or a week if he / she is prioritizing by RFE response review times.

[ram_40001]

Just found an interesting thing the officer for my case & HESANI@TRACKITT is same, we got the RFE on the same day maybe he / she was in a bad mood this day. His response review date is a full week before me, so my guess is its either today if the officer looks into my case or a week if he / she is prioritizing by RFE response review times.

I received my response review on Feb 23 for a flu shot RFI and still no word . NSC . RD Nov 2nd.
Is there anything I can do? Call etc. or just wait patiently?

[TeddyKoochu]

I received my response review on Feb 23 for a flu shot RFI and still no word . NSC . RD Nov 2nd.
Is there anything I can do? Call etc. or just wait patiently?

You can try calling but they won't transfer you to L2 officer until its 60 days from RFE response review date.

[ram_40001]

You can try calling but they won't transfer you to L2 officer until its 60 days from RFE response review date.

So it doesn't really matter that it has been past the processing time (4 months per NSC) from the original RD?

[essenel]

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

longwaitforgc, sorry to hear that you got an RFE. The good news is that at least you got some update about your case. You will mostly get the RFE letter within a week or so, hopefully a little faster than that. Until then, not much you can do. Did you file I-485 through a lawyer or by yourself? After you get the letter, let us know what the RFE is about.

[TeddyKoochu]

So it doesn't really matter that it has been past the processing time (4 months per NSC) from the original RD?

AFAIK strictly for RFE response review the timeline is 60 days. But since you are NSC you case is beyond the 4 months. Try calling to see if they transfer you to Level 2 and create an SR, they might just tell you that you are within the RFE response SLA but no harm in trying.

[nishant2200]

AFAIK strictly for RFE response review the timeline is 60 days. But since you are NSC you case is beyond the 4 months. Try calling to see if they transfer you to Level 2 and create an SR, they might just tell you that you are within the RFE response SLA but no harm in trying.

Yes, after RFE response sent back, the clock is kind of reset for 60 days. The 4 month processing time is not applicable in my opinion. If in 60 days you don't get any action, you can inquire.

One trick can be Infopass scheduling, which is more lenient in allowing to schedule appointments, and then based on your luck, the IO at the infopass appointment may or may not help you meaningfully.

[essenel]

Just found an interesting thing the officer for my case & HESANI@TRACKITT is same, we got the RFE on the same day maybe he / she was in a bad mood this day. His response review date is a full week before me, so my guess is its either today if the officer looks into my case or a week if he / she is prioritizing by RFE response review times.

That's interesting....I also got to know something similar. Today, I found out that meraNumberAyegaa@trackitt and I have the same officer and he/she just got approved today. His status changed to RFE Response review few business days before mine, so now I know where my adjudicating officer is wrt RFE response reviews, assuming there is some order to the processing, of course.

[drapnvalsad]

today 9 am fed ex delivered RFE response and 8.45 pm staus change to Request for Evidence Response Review. waiting for .............................

[kumar_342]

Receipt Number: SRCxxxx
Application Type: I485 , APPLICATION TO REGISTER PERMANENT RESIDENCE OR TO ADJUST STATUS
Your Case Status: Card/ Document Production
On March 12, 2012, we ordered production of your new card. Please allow 30 days for your card to be mailed to you. If we need something from you we will contact you. If you move before you receive the card, call customer service at 1-800-375-5283.

But keep getting mail and changes to post decision to decision to post again. it means got approved rite and is normal?

This forum has been wonderful with some great folks providing awesome info.

TSC
pd 9/14/2007
RFE - 2/11/2012 initial evidence BC for me BC MC for wife
RFE RD - 3/2/2012
485 mail - 3/10 and 3/12

[nishant2200]

Yes u r fine. It's done. Congratulations!

Receipt Number: SRCxxxx
Application Type: I485 , APPLICATION TO REGISTER PERMANENT RESIDENCE OR TO ADJUST STATUS
Your Case Status: Card/ Document Production
On March 12, 2012, we ordered production of your new card. Please allow 30 days for your card to be mailed to you. If we need something from you we will contact you. If you move before you receive the card, call customer service at 1-800-375-5283.

But keep getting mail and changes to post decision to decision to post again. it means got approved rite and is normal?

This forum has been wonderful with some great folks providing awesome info.

TSC
pd 9/14/2007
RFE - 2/11/2012 initial evidence BC for me BC MC for wife
RFE RD - 3/2/2012
485 mail - 3/10 and 3/12

[kumar_342]

Thanks Nishant... me too west coast ... kind of got addicted to this site now browsing the post GC

Yes u r fine. It's done. Congratulations!

[essenel]

today 9 am fed ex delivered RFE response and 8.45 pm staus change to Request for Evidence Response Review. waiting for .............................

That is a very quick response. Now the final wait begins....

Receipt Number: SRCxxxx
Application Type: I485 , APPLICATION TO REGISTER PERMANENT RESIDENCE OR TO ADJUST STATUS
Your Case Status: Card/ Document Production
On March 12, 2012, we ordered production of your new card. Please allow 30 days for your card to be mailed to you. If we need something from you we will contact you. If you move before you receive the card, call customer service at 1-800-375-5283.

But keep getting mail and changes to post decision to decision to post again. it means got approved rite and is normal?

This forum has been wonderful with some great folks providing awesome info.

TSC
pd 9/14/2007
RFE - 2/11/2012 initial evidence BC for me BC MC for wife
RFE RD - 3/2/2012
485 mail - 3/10 and 3/12

Congrats and enjoy!

[TeddyKoochu]

today 9 am fed ex delivered RFE response and 8.45 pm staus change to Request for Evidence Response Review. waiting for .............................

Now your clock has been reset and you are back in the game. Very quick turnaround.

Receipt Number: SRCxxxx
Application Type: I485 , APPLICATION TO REGISTER PERMANENT RESIDENCE OR TO ADJUST STATUS
Your Case Status: Card/ Document Production
On March 12, 2012, we ordered production of your new card. Please allow 30 days for your card to be mailed to you. If we need something from you we will contact you. If you move before you receive the card, call customer service at 1-800-375-5283.

But keep getting mail and changes to post decision to decision to post again. it means got approved rite and is normal?

This forum has been wonderful with some great folks providing awesome info.

TSC
pd 9/14/2007
RFE - 2/11/2012 initial evidence BC for me BC MC for wife
RFE RD - 3/2/2012
485 mail - 3/10 and 3/12

Congratulations to you and your family enjoy green life.

[ram_40001]

AFAIK strictly for RFE response review the timeline is 60 days. But since you are NSC you case is beyond the 4 months. Try calling to see if they transfer you to Level 2 and create an SR, they might just tell you that you are within the RFE response SLA but no harm in trying.

Yes, after RFE response sent back, the clock is kind of reset for 60 days. The 4 month processing time is not applicable in my opinion. If in 60 days you don't get any action, you can inquire.

One trick can be Infopass scheduling, which is more lenient in allowing to schedule appointments, and then based on your luck, the IO at the infopass appointment may or may not help you meaningfully.

Thanks Teddy and Nishant. I called this afternoon. Got recorded message and then 15 mins lated got my CPO email.

[leo07]

Congrats Kumar!!

Receipt Number: SRCxxxx
Application Type: I485 , APPLICATION TO REGISTER PERMANENT RESIDENCE OR TO ADJUST STATUS
Your Case Status: Card/ Document Production
On March 12, 2012, we ordered production of your new card. Please allow 30 days for your card to be mailed to you. If we need something from you we will contact you. If you move before you receive the card, call customer service at 1-800-375-5283.

But keep getting mail and changes to post decision to decision to post again. it means got approved rite and is normal?

This forum has been wonderful with some great folks providing awesome info.

TSC
pd 9/14/2007
RFE - 2/11/2012 initial evidence BC for me BC MC for wife
RFE RD - 3/2/2012
485 mail - 3/10 and 3/12

[ram_40001]

Hello everyone in the immigration blogosphere. I wanted to thank you for keeping me well informed and educated about this arduous painstaking process.

I just received my CPO email almost 3 (very very long) weeks after and RFE response was received for a minor Flu shot, at NSC no less.

Funny thing is I actually called this afternoon, received same recorded message saying that it was still within the 60 days etc, and 15 mins after I hung up had my CPO email.

Good luck to all of you who are still waiting

NSC- PD Aug 17 2007 - RD Nov 2 2011 - RFE Feb 19 2012 - RFE Review Feb 23 2012 - CPO March 13 2012

[TeddyKoochu]

Hello everyone in the immigration blogosphere. I wanted to thank you for keeping me well informed and educated about this arduous painstaking process.

I just received my CPO email almost 3 (very very long) weeks after and RFE response was received for a minor Flu shot, at NSC no less.

Funny thing is I actually called this afternoon, received same recorded message saying that it was still within the 60 days etc, and 15 mins after I hung up had my CPO email.

Good luck to all of you who are still waiting

NSC- PD Aug 17 2007 - RD Nov 2 2011 - RFE Feb 19 2012 - RFE Review Feb 23 2012 - CPO March 13 2012

Congratulations to you and your family. Thanks for sharing the good news with all of us. Looks like RFE resposne processing has seriously slowed down. Iam in my second week so in all likelihood another week to go.

[billu77]

Got an e-mail from attorney yesterday that he received the RFE for my wife's I-485 from NSC (13 days after e-mail on March 1st). RFE is for a copy of BC , which the attorney said he already has and will mail out soon. Will he be sending the papers for my wife to sign or he can mail them out without her signatures since we filled out G-28 form? On initial I-485 and EAD/AP forms, he did send the papers for our signatures.

[essenel]

Got an e-mail from attorney yesterday that he received the RFE for my wife's I-485 from NSC (13 days after e-mail on March 1st). RFE is for a copy of BC , which the attorney said he already has and will mail out soon. Will he be sending the papers for my wife to sign or he can mail them out without her signatures since we filled out G-28 form? On initial I-485 and EAD/AP forms, he did send the papers for our signatures.

Billu, I don't think he needs your wife's signatures on anything this time. He is probably just going to send it out. Mine was the same RFE response filed by the lawyer. He didn't require my signature on anything....

[president99]

Hi all,

Good news. I got the confirmation email today. I received the text at 6.15AM.

Details: Nebrasaka, PD:10/22/07, RFE Date: Feb12th, Response Review(EVL response): March1st....i have mostly been a silent visitor for the last 6 months. sometimes i feel if i am wasting my time by frequently looking at the posts; but i have to say that it did kinda keep my hopes high seeing other ppl getting greened. Thanks everyone!

[essenel]

Hi all,

Good news. I got the confirmation email today. I received the text at 6.15AM.

Details: Nebrasaka, PD:10/22/07, RFE Date: Feb12th, Response Review(EVL response): March1st....i have mostly been a silent visitor for the last 6 months. sometimes i feel if i am wasting my time by frequently looking at the posts; but i have to say that it did kinda keep my hopes high seeing other ppl getting greened. Thanks everyone!

Congrats, president99! Enjoy!

[billu77]

Our attorney just mailed my wife's I-485 RFE response to NSC.With the news of retrogression in the upcoming bulletin, do you think the ones with RFE like us , are in danger too or will we get our GCs regardless of retrogression??

[mysati]

Our attorney just mailed my wife's I-485 RFE response to NSC.With the news of retrogression in the upcoming bulletin, do you think the ones with RFE like us , are in danger too or will we get our GCs regardless of retrogression??

I don't think you will get stuck again. The next visa bulletin, published in April, will be effective only from May 1st. Even if they retrogress in that VB, you still have 1.5 more months to go for review. Going by the trends, you will definitely get approved before then.