N G
2h
FINALLY
Religious worker here.
Finally, after so many years, my case has been approved. From visa retrogression to the travel ban, this journey has been one obstacle after another.
If you're affected by the travel ban, do everything legally possible to bring attention to your case. I tried everything: reached out to multiple members of Congress for assistance, submitted an e-Request service inquiry, called USCIS to try to speak with a Tier 2 officer, looked into filing a mandamus lawsuit, planned to contact the USCIS Ombudsman the following week, and, honestly, I even updated my address on the USCIS website hoping it might trigger some sort of review on their end.
This process has been long, painful, and incredibly expensive—both financially and mentally. I'm just grateful it's finally over. For the first time in years, I have real peace of mind.
If you have any questions about my journey or the process, go ahead and ask. I've got time.
EB4
Special immigrant juveniles, religious workers, etc
Total Days: 1824 days
Case
2021-06-28
2026-06-26
I-360
274 Days
I-131
68 Days
I-765
72 Days
I-485
1498 Days
California Service Center: I-360
Nebraska Service Center: I-131, I-765, I-485
Timeline Map
2021-06-28
I-485
Priority Date
2021-06-28
I-360
Submission to USCIS
2022-03-25
I-360
Added
D+270
Expedite Request Denied
2022-03-29
I-360
D+274
Decision (Approval or Denial)
2022-05-05
I-765
I-131
D+311
Submission to USCIS
2022-05-20
I-485
D+326
Submission to USCIS
2022-06-14
I-765
Added
D+351
Expedite Request Denied
2022-07-07
I-485
I-765
D+374
Biometrics, i.e. fingerprint and photo
2022-07-12
I-131
D+379
Decision (Approval or Denial)
2022-07-16
I-765
D+383
Decision (Approval or Denial)
2026-04-28
I-485
D+1765
Request for Evidence(RFE) from USCIS
2026-06-05
I-485
D+1803
Response to RFE
2026-06-26
I-485
D+1824
Decision (Approval or Denial)
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CP Costa2h
So Glad to hear, God bless you and your family. We are RW to Nebraska SC, PD 2/2/22. still waiting, what RFE they asked you ?
G L1h
congratulations!
Christ S1h
@N G congratulations bro 🙏 what was request for evidence? and you mentioned you did everything, I called many time the USCIS and answer always was; just have to wait when times come. what is Tier 2 Officer? thanks, it will help any detail…
N G1h
@CP Costa Thank you. Letter from employer to attest i'm still working there, another medical examination, copy of EAD or/and EAD receipt notice, and I-94 (documents your arrival & departure from the U.S)
N G1h
@G L Thank you and God bless
N G1h
@Christ S @Christ S Thank you. Please see my response to @CP Costa regarding the RFE.
When you call the USCIS Contact Center, keep in mind that the first people you reach are generally customer service representatives. They can access limited information about your case, but they do not have the authority to approve, deny, or make decisions on your application.
To get past the automated system, say "InfoPass" before it starts asking you to press numbers for the menu options. This should route you to a live representative. I recommend calling early in the morning—around 9:00 a.m. ET—before call volumes get too high.
Once you're speaking with a live representative, ask if your situation qualifies for escalation to a Tier 2 officer. Tier 2 officers are USCIS immigration officers who have greater access to your case information. While they generally cannot approve or deny your case, they may be able to assist with certain requests, such as submitting an expedite request when appropriate or adding notes to your file for the adjudicating officer to review.
Steeve sainvil9m
@N G what finally got them to move on your case? the inquiries?
N G3m
@Steeve sainvil honestly, I have no idea. I was throwing everything at the wall to see what sticks.
