I remember the day I mailed my AOS. It was October 31st and a gloomy day in Western WA (as expected). But on that day, I probably was the happiest person in town, because finally after the long and arduous weeks of gathering my requirements (and to think I thought I left all these back home!), it's finally come to an end. I was pretty pleased and content, hopeful that my paperwork is complete and will go through smoothly.
I would say it did, but it took awhile with lots of notices in the mail. I'm looking at my old files right now and thought of the many ladies out there who must be wondering what to expect after filing the AOS. I didn't know what the next step was, I simply put my faith in the US mail system and waited. I didn't miss, even in freezing temperatures, I would go out just to get the mail. My bottom even had the wonderful experience of kissing the icy walk path. Yes, I slid on the sidewalk! Good thing nobody was around to witness that spectacle.
To spare you the trouble of agonizing over your AOS, here's a recount of what transpired after turning in my AOS paperwork. I hope this will give you a general idea of what to expect. The time line varies per individual, so yours can take longer or shorter to process depending on the completeness of the requirements and the volume of application.
TIME LINE - Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status
October 31 - Mailed in my paperwork.
November 5 - USCIS Receipt
November 13 - USCIS Mailed the Notice of Action that they received the application.I got 3 notices. One for each application I submitted: AOS, Employment Authorization and Travel Document
November 18 - ASC Appointment Notice. This is the Biometrics appointment.
February 12 - I got my Travel Document / Advance Parole Form. I never really used this but it's nice knowing you can go back home in case of emergency (and be able to enter the US) while your green card is in process.
February 19 - I got my Employment Authorization Card. Finally I can work!
It took a while because there was a hold up in my application back in December I think. USCIS requested some kind of document from my husband to verify he's in the Army so they can apply the 100% poverty threshold instead of the usual 125%. The poverty threshold is the gauge they use to see if the sponsor can support their fiance. Military sponsors are only required 100%.
March 11 - Request for Applicant to Appear for Initial Interview Notice. This is the final step in the process. You and your spouse go together for the interview. There are requirements to bring but they're all listed in the notice.
May 14 - Our interview day! I thought it would be thorough and long but it was sweet and short. They asked me security protocol questions like if I'm a member of any terrorist groups or am I involved in any illegal activities. Of course, I said NO. They also asked me and spouse a little about our relationship maybe just to see if we're still living with each other and if the relationship is genuine.
June 18 - My green card arrived.
Wow, I never realized how long it took for me to get my status adjusted until today. Eight months seems a long time but remember it varies per applicant. For as long as you keep yourself busy, you won't even notice the day fly by. Be patient and look for opportunities to educational or recreational development. Be well in God's favors! :)
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Posted by: Jignesh Bapna | 12/13/2011 at 12:06 AM