Case Processing
I-485 Denied in 2020, but VAWA Approved in 2024 – What Are My Options?
Hi everyone,
I really need advice on my case. My VAWA was approved in July 2024, and my attorney told me that I could continue with my I-485 (originally filed in 2019) had not been updated since 2019. My attorney said they had notified USCIS about my VAWA approval and requested them to continue processing my I-485, so they advised me to wait.
However, after months of no updates, I contacted my congressional representative, and today they informed me that USCIS actually denied my I-485 back in June 2020. I was never notified about this before, and I’m extremely frustrated because if I hadn’t reached out, I would still be waiting without knowing that my I-485 was no longer valid.
I have already requested USCIS to resend the official denial notice, but I know it may take time. In the meantime, I’m trying to figure out my options , Any advice or similar experiences would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
Approved. Alhamdulillah!
So grateful to Allah that in the month of Ramadan after waiting over 16 months we have finally gotten our I-130 approved. Still have a bit of a journey to go but at least the most difficult part is over.
thank you to the uscis community discord group for giving guidance and support!!!!
IR-1/CR-1
U.S. citizen filing for a spouse
Total Days: 493 days
Case
2023-11-08
2025-03-15
I-130
493 Days
Nebraska Service Center: I-130
GODS timing is perfect!!!!
I know we’re all on a different journey and path and the waiting game can be so stressful, worrisome, anxious and maybe bring anger. the enemy wants to attack us with fear. We are focusing on the things that are lesser then our Heavenly Father. Have we forgotten that our father walked on water. GODS timing is perfect and he will ALWAYS keep his promises!!! all we need is faith even if it’s the size of a mustard seed. Mark 11:24 “Therefore I tell you, all things whatever you pray and ask for, believe that you have received them, and you shall have them” . Our approvals are around the corner in Jesus name!! hope this messsge gives someone peace of mind. May GOD bless each and every one of you!!
I am the Lord, the God of all mankind. Is anything too hard for me? Please remember that and don't lose faith or be discouraged; the road may be long and hard, but with God, all things are possible.
#N400 #Citizenship #Naturalization
Naturalization
Application for Naturalization
Total Days: 120 days
Case
2024-12-12
2025-04-11
N-400
120 Days
National Benefits Center: N-400
What will happen to the people whose PDs are Aug 2, 2023?
My PD is Jan 2, 2024. I'm very scared if for the next bulletin the filing date will jump up to Jan 1st, 2024 and I'll be screwed. Like you see it's for 7 month that the filing date has not moved from Aug 1, 2023. It means that the guy whose PD was Aug 2nd is waiting more than others to get current for filing I-485.
G-56 I485 interview
Hi everyone,
I just received G56 Call in notice for i485 interview. we had our marriage base interview for I-130 3 years ago and it was approved the same day. Now I got this notice and I’m so freaking out. It says that I should come by myself or bring an attorney.
The letter states:
Reason: I485 interview
Bring with you: Government Issued ID
a little bit background story:
- I had an asylum case and the case was denied.
- got married to US citizen and had I-130 interview
now I got this notice and I don’t know if anyone was in the same situation?
VAWA case advice
Hi everyone, I recently found this app and I’ve been going through most of the stories on here and it’s good to read some good news makes me feel like there’s hope. I filed for my VAWA in june 2023, and have gotten my approval on my travel document but no update on work permit yet as it still says case was transferred and a new office has jurisdiction . I am about to be fired from my job. I Don’t know what to do anymore. The 540 days on my receipt notice is done and no approval notice yet. I filed for VAWA married to a U.S. citizen. I filed for category C31.
I am also trying to get a drivers Licence from the DMV and because when I show my SSN, they always ask for my work permit and even when I show them the receipt notice, they say the 540 days is passed and they need a new extension letter from the USCIS or an approval letter.
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Today
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#I-751
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Total Days: 155 days
Case
2025-01-17
Today
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