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ALL AOS MARRIAGE 130/485 are adjudicated at a field office not the benifit centers.
Hi,,,,,, I have taken a long break from this app since getting my greencard in December 2024.
I wanted post this to try and help those doing an AOS.
All AOS are adjudicated at your local field office. Benifit centers only decide on a 765 and 131 for an AOS.
Benifit centers look at your application, make sure nothing is missing and then send your 130 and 485 to your field office. This transfer can happen electronically or the physical file can be sent. You won’t necessarily know when your file is transferred. It will not show on this app.
The time for approval is highly dependent on your field office. To find out if your file has been transferred, you can call USCIS and keep saying info pass to get a real person. Ask if your file has been transferred. Emma is useless and the agents typing are not helpful.
www.uscis.gov/about-us/find-a-uscis-office/field-offices
https://egov.uscis.gov/processing-times/
My link is not hyperlink? You can copy and paste. Enter your zip code in the first one and then enter your info in the second link which will give you your average wait time.
I have learned so much about all of this and wanted to post this. Wishing everyone the best.
22 months, “still within normal processing time” 🤡😂
Still can’t even submit an inquiry. Apparently almost 2 years is normal. Both Congressman and Senator have been completeley useless, just passing the same response to me from the USCIS (“within normal processing time).
Being a US citizen and paying tens of thousands in taxes every year means absolutely nothing. If I was in Israel I might get aid/support faster from the US government. As usual, America last.
IR-1/CR-1
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse
Total Days: 706 days
Case
2023-08-21
2025-07-27
I-130
706 Days
Vermont Service Center: I-130
After all the stress, I finally made it back to JFK ✌🏼
Hi everyone,
I wanted to share my travel experience today.
Let me start with Air Serbia. I flew from Istanbul with a layover in Belgrade before arriving at JFK in New York.
At the Istanbul airport, I handed over all my documents. Since it was a connecting flight, they checked everything before issuing my boarding pass for the U.S.-bound leg.
However, my passport kept getting denied both during online check-in and again at the airport. After several attempts, they told me to wait—which made me quite anxious since I had only about an hour left before my flight. But thankfully, the Air Serbia staff in Istanbul were incredibly kind and helpful. They explained that in their system, travelers can only be categorized as either a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, ESTA holder, or regular visa holder. Since there’s no specific category for Advance Parole (AP), they weren’t sure where to place me. Eventually, they figured it out and let me board the flight to Belgrade.
Once I arrived in Belgrade—although I wasn’t required to—I went to the Air Serbia counter and explained the situation again. They checked the system and confirmed that everything was in order. I think they had more system access there.
Before boarding the U.S. flight in Belgrade, there was one more document and luggage check at the gate. I showed my AP document, and the officer told me that since Advance Parole is an extension-type status, they usually categorize it under “Permanent Resident” in their system. He said I was good to go.
Upon arrival at JFK, I handed over my AP document along with my passport. The officer asked how much cash I had and whether I had any tobacco or alcohol with me. Then, he turned on the yellow light, signaling that I needed to go through secondary inspection. Another officer escorted me to the secondary inspection room, where there were about 7–10 other travelers waiting.
After about 7–10 minutes, my name was called. The officer simply asked for my U.S. address, then stamped my AP document, and I was free to go.
Long story short, based on my overall experience and knowledge:
1. If your trip is around 3–4 weeks, it doesn’t raise any red flags.
2. If you don’t have a criminal record, there’s really nothing to worry about.
3. To minimize stress and confusion, choose reputable airlines or direct flights when possible.
Hope this helps someone who might go through the same process!
I-485 Case Timeline & Approval Prediction Request
I would like to share my I-485 case timeline and kindly request any insights or predictions on when I might expect approval:
Case Details:
• Priority Date: May 23, 2023
• I-485 Submission Date: November 15, 2024
• RFE Received: December 15, 2024
• RFE Response Submitted: January 16, 2025
• EAD Approved & Received: January 16, 2025
• Advance Parole Fingerprints Taken: March 25, 2025
• No additional RFEs since then
Given the above, I would appreciate any predictions or similar timelines from others on when I might expect I-485 approval.
EB1-2
Outstanding professor or researcher
Total Days: 283 days
Case
2024-11-15
2025-08-25
I-485
283 Days
National Benefits Center: I-485
PD 2023 Dec 29th, no PP (525 days)
Hi everyone!
I would like to share that my I-140 has been approved!
As many of you know, the journey can be long, uncertain, and sometimes frustrating but every step forward is truly worth it.
Thank you all for giving me hope, encouragement, and valuable information along the way. This group has been such a supportive community.
Don’t lose sight of your goals. Your turn is coming next!
EB2-NIW
Advanced degrees or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver
Total Days: 525 days
Case
2023-12-29
2025-06-06
I-140
525 Days
Texas Service Center: I-140
APPROVAL NOTICE
I have been Approved. As a matter of fact, it was on 7th June, but my wife didn't know where to find it in the document. Praise be to Jesus Christ (Yeshua Hamashiach). I cannot thank Him enough. May the name of Jesus Christ, my Lord and saviour be highly exalted above all other names and throughout the universe.
IR-1/CR-1
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse
Total Days: 447 days
Case
2024-03-22
2025-06-12
I-130
447 Days
Nebraska Service Center: I-130
I-485 base on Approved Vawa
Any body know long to get approval after biometrics reused and case transferred back from NSC to Vermont service center?
VAWA
Based on a Violence Against Women Act self-petition
Total Days: 1477 days
Case
2021-08-30
Today
I-360
1159 Days
I-485
215 Days
Vermont Service Center: I-360
Nebraska Service Center: I-485
Pending i485 after VAWA approval
Hello everyone,
My VAWA was approved November 2024, and since then there is no update on the i485 held in abeyance. I have sent a letter to my local office ( Baltimore field office) with my VAWA approval and request to continue processing my i485, I saw an update online that the letter was received.
I also reached out to my congressman man to assist with inquiring about my case and here is what USCIS sent to them ***Thank you for your inquiry on behalf of your constituent regarding pending form I-485 Permanent Residence/Adjust Status.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) records indicate that ****** case is pending at the Baltimore Field Office. USCIS is committed to adjudicating immigration benefits in a timely and efficient manner while also ensuring public safety, national security, and compliance with all relevant directives. While the processing steps for most applications or petitions are completed quickly, a small percentage of cases involve unresolved issues that may result in adjudication delays. Please know that this Application is in queue and has not been overlooked.
Case status may be monitored online at https://egov.uscis.gov/.
is anyone also currently in the same situation? it’s been 6month and still nothing….
thank you.
Has Anyone Been Approved for VAWA Without Receiving Prima Facie Determination?
Has anyone been approved for a VAWA self-petition without ever receiving a prima facie determination from USCIS?
I know prima facie isn’t required for final approval, but most approved cases mention getting it. If you were approved without one:
1. What was your timeline? (e.g., "Applied → RFE → Approval")
2. Did your case have unusually strong evidence (police reports, medical records, etc.)?
3. How long after applying did you get approval?
Just trying to understand if this happens! Thanks for sharing your experience.
end sijs visa cap
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guys the bill was reintroduced at the congress
I urge you guys to email your congressman and request they to take act on it
you can find the email of your congressman at google
reaching the name of your city state and congress man
and urge they to take act on it please guys
if we make alot of congress persons take act on it
we will be able to adjust status without waiting fkin visa availability
PLEASE GUYS IF YOU ARE SIJS OR KNOW HOW IMPORTANT OUR CAUSE IS
TAKE ACTION ON IT
IT COULD SAVE US YEARS OF WAITING
EB2 NIW Premium Processing
Hello All,
For candidate inside the US under L1/H1B status, is it recommended to apply for EB2-NIW with normal processing or premium processing? what are the pros and cons of each option?
I would really appreciate if anyone would like to share their experiences or recommendations.
Thank you
#EB2-NIW