Denise K
Jul 31, 2023
Opening a US bank account - request for updated I-94
Hi everyone,
I’m married to a USC, currently in the process of obtaining LPR. I received my EAD last month, SSN this month.
I tried opening a joint bank account with my husband today, only to be told I need to provide an updated I-94 (my most recent I-94 is based on my previous visa so is no longer current; I changed status inside the US). Is this even a thing? Does anyone have any experience with this?
Thanks to anyone who is able to help!
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S AJul 31, 2023
you can find a digital version online just enter your dob and passport number
S AJul 31, 2023
cbp website
Denise KJul 31, 2023
Thanks @S A ! I did just that while I was at the bank, but they refused this version as it shows I’m out of status. This is expected, as I changed my status in the US after I got married. I have since received my EAD and SSN, but the bank wants a current I-94. Do you know anything about this?
S AJul 31, 2023
respectfully the bank is chatting shit, which states is this. some places you don’t even need SSN an ITIN will do. You need to get in contact with the head office or call the credit reconsideration hotline, for that specific bank.
S AJul 31, 2023
what do they want then, your recipes notices
Denise KJul 31, 2023
Thanks @S A , yeah I also thought it was strange. I’m in Minnesota. They seem to think I can get a new/updated I-94. But you’re right, I’ve heard of many banks that require minimal documentation so I might try with one of them. Thanks!
S AJul 31, 2023
I’m a Brit in Minnesota too so that seems really odd….please let us know what happens next
Faithful GodJul 31, 2023
@Denise K Wells Fargo doesn’t ask that information.
Olaite OrijaJul 31, 2023
Try Bank of America or Wells Fargo. I opened BOA and I don’t have my SSN, just ITIN
Denise KJul 31, 2023
@S A will update when I know more, thanks for your contributions. I’m South African, we are both a long way from our original homes! Trusting we can all clear these hurdles soon!
Denise KJul 31, 2023
@Faithful God Thanks I will try them!
Denise KJul 31, 2023
@Olaite Orija Thanks I’ll take a look at both!
Faithful GodJul 31, 2023
@Denise K You’re welcome. I did open a bank account with Wells Fargo and no problem.
Denise KJul 31, 2023
@Faithful God Awesome. How is your case coming along? Any updates yet?
Faithful GodJul 31, 2023
@Denise K I don’t know what’s going on with my case status on my USCIS account. I have received medical RFE from Boston office, but there is no update on my case status. I sent out my medical to Boston Office and waiting on their acknowledgment…..but no update. This is making me anxious because I don’t know if my mail got to the right place. Yes I have tracking and delivery signature, but that’s not enough proof for me. I want my case status to be updated.
Denise KAug 1, 2023
@Faithful God yes I saw your posts. You know it can take a while for USCIS to update statuses, I bet this will happen for you any day now. But yes, I’d feel the same - tracking and delivery signatures aren’t enough! I think it took about 3 weeks for my status to be updated when I first submitted, tho I’d received the delivery receipt very soon after. You’re on the home stretch💪🏻
Faithful GodAug 1, 2023
@Denise K My case status didn’t even update for receding this medical RFE. So not sure what’s going on with my case status. I used to get update when my application was at National Benefit Center. However, since my application was transferred to Boston Office….nothing. I didn’t even know my case was transferred and was getting medical RFE tilll I received my actual letter from Boston.
Denise KAug 1, 2023
@Faithful God It’s all very frustrating, I understand.
Faithful GodAug 1, 2023
@Denise K I just want to get confirmation, so I feel relieved knowing it is there.
Denise KAug 5, 2023
@S A wanted to let you know my lawyer confirmed there is no updated I-94 (as we all suspected). Unfortunately the bank refuses to accept this, so I will bank with another bank as all have suggested.
Denise KAug 5, 2023
@Faithful God Wonder if you’ve received any updates on RFE receipt? You’ve been in my thoughts.
Faithful GodAug 5, 2023
@Denise K Not yet unfortunately. It will be 2 weeks since it was delivered and apparently USCIS is having issues with updating account including mine. I need to call them sometime next week to find out. Thank you for thinking of me and my situation.
Denise KAug 6, 2023
Keep us updated @Faithful God . We give each other strength by sharing our experiences, even if we can’t really do anything for one another. For me, simply knowing I am not alone in this trying process has been a great comfort.
Faithful GodAug 6, 2023
@Denise K We all can use extra prayers that we will see the end of our tunnels soon. This process has been difficult for me since I am a widow to US citizen.
Denise KAug 9, 2023
@Faithful God Keeping you in my thoughts as we navigate this process. Your situation must be especially tough, but take courage in the fact you have made it so far.
Faithful GodAug 9, 2023
@Denise K It’s been more than 2 weeks, but there is no acknowledgment of them receiving my mail. I have contacted USCIS and there is no update.
