varshadas
03-26 06:12 AM
Hi ivy55 and anyone else waiting for people to join them, please do not wait for people to meet the law makers. Go ahead and schedule your appointments and if no one responds, please go alone.
Thanks,
Varsha
Thanks,
Varsha
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a1b2c3
10-11 01:41 PM
I know one of my friends got his GC in April this year EB3 India, PD Aug 2001.
So they did approve some cases, very few though.
Is this something to be concerned of, Absolutely. USCIS should release the monthly statistics of approvals in each category.
We need USCIS to publish
a. Future projections - projection of monthly cutoff dates every quarter
b. Historical data - A histogram of 485 approvals in the last quarter based on PD buckets (May-June 02 would be a bucket).
c. Case updates like NC clearances and so on, without having to go through infopass and waste everyone's time.
d. Timely updates on processing times for cases like I-140.
Given that the three databases are being consolidated into one, I don't think it should be difficult for USCIS to publish this data.
You can't just say "Hey, we made every category current in July 07, now the dates are going to go into 10,000 B.C?"
So they did approve some cases, very few though.
Is this something to be concerned of, Absolutely. USCIS should release the monthly statistics of approvals in each category.
We need USCIS to publish
a. Future projections - projection of monthly cutoff dates every quarter
b. Historical data - A histogram of 485 approvals in the last quarter based on PD buckets (May-June 02 would be a bucket).
c. Case updates like NC clearances and so on, without having to go through infopass and waste everyone's time.
d. Timely updates on processing times for cases like I-140.
Given that the three databases are being consolidated into one, I don't think it should be difficult for USCIS to publish this data.
You can't just say "Hey, we made every category current in July 07, now the dates are going to go into 10,000 B.C?"
natrajs
07-14 12:13 PM
"Long Journey. Finally GC
by J2GC
Hi Guys,
After a long journey of more than Sixteen years in this country, I finally received my GC.
In short, I came in 1993 on J-1 for my training which took six years, followed by one year on O-1 visa and then J-1 waiver for three and half years in underserved area. Then applied for labor certification in Oct, 2003 EB2, through university, which was approved and then retrogressed. Applied Schedule IIA, approved but also got retrogressed. Got AILA liaison and Senetor involved.
Applied for EB1 and NIW in July 2008.
My lawyer was very much involved in the whole process, was very helpful at every step, and wrote letters to USCIS.
Finally, GC came in April, 2009 and received the cards one week later. My PD Oct 2003.
During these time, I actually had no problmes at my job or my my wife's job. Brought a house four years ago.
The main problems were:
Daughter and son could not apply to state colleges/ medical colleges. (daughter going to med school next month)
Got stuck in India for renew of H-1 for 2 months!!! (worst time of my life, with my wife and kids in US) I tied every thing from writing letters to calling Ambasador. Not effective.
Could not go to certain occasions, like death of very close family members, weddings etc.
However, I kept my cool and prayed and got lot of support from Immigration voice.
As a small token of appreciation, I am donating $500 .(and will keep on supporting)
We all are going to get GC, some sooner some later. Just keep on doing you job.
Thanks you all for all the information and support.
J2GC (J-1 visa to GC)"
Congrats and Best Wishes ( Its a Loooooooooooooooooooooooong Journey)
by J2GC
Hi Guys,
After a long journey of more than Sixteen years in this country, I finally received my GC.
In short, I came in 1993 on J-1 for my training which took six years, followed by one year on O-1 visa and then J-1 waiver for three and half years in underserved area. Then applied for labor certification in Oct, 2003 EB2, through university, which was approved and then retrogressed. Applied Schedule IIA, approved but also got retrogressed. Got AILA liaison and Senetor involved.
Applied for EB1 and NIW in July 2008.
My lawyer was very much involved in the whole process, was very helpful at every step, and wrote letters to USCIS.
Finally, GC came in April, 2009 and received the cards one week later. My PD Oct 2003.
During these time, I actually had no problmes at my job or my my wife's job. Brought a house four years ago.
The main problems were:
Daughter and son could not apply to state colleges/ medical colleges. (daughter going to med school next month)
Got stuck in India for renew of H-1 for 2 months!!! (worst time of my life, with my wife and kids in US) I tied every thing from writing letters to calling Ambasador. Not effective.
Could not go to certain occasions, like death of very close family members, weddings etc.
However, I kept my cool and prayed and got lot of support from Immigration voice.
As a small token of appreciation, I am donating $500 .(and will keep on supporting)
We all are going to get GC, some sooner some later. Just keep on doing you job.
Thanks you all for all the information and support.
J2GC (J-1 visa to GC)"
Congrats and Best Wishes ( Its a Loooooooooooooooooooooooong Journey)
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abhijitp
07-02 05:01 PM
Medical examinations, Vaccinations, Xrays: $915
Notary fees + Shipping charges for birth certificate related affidavits: $160 ($40 + INR 5000)
Photographs: $50
Lawyer's fees: $920 (over & above what was paid by company)
____
Total: $2045
(There was a mastercard for that... the value of the efforts put in by my entire family including my kid who HATEs to enter the doctor's office... priceless.)
Notary fees + Shipping charges for birth certificate related affidavits: $160 ($40 + INR 5000)
Photographs: $50
Lawyer's fees: $920 (over & above what was paid by company)
____
Total: $2045
(There was a mastercard for that... the value of the efforts put in by my entire family including my kid who HATEs to enter the doctor's office... priceless.)
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chanduv23
10-10 06:03 AM
Dude...you still remember this Alpheratta GA company?
Oh, they were about to trap me into joining them, I did an interview through them back in 2001 the client wanted to hire and when I told them I am not interested, they started forcing me, then they sent a employee to my apartment to bring me to their place, my roommate joined them and he also had a tough time, he later transferred his h1 to a middle client and after that both me and my roommate had to constantly workout strategies to get his w2s, paystubs etc.... they gave him a real tough time
Oh, they were about to trap me into joining them, I did an interview through them back in 2001 the client wanted to hire and when I told them I am not interested, they started forcing me, then they sent a employee to my apartment to bring me to their place, my roommate joined them and he also had a tough time, he later transferred his h1 to a middle client and after that both me and my roommate had to constantly workout strategies to get his w2s, paystubs etc.... they gave him a real tough time
npperi
04-03 09:51 AM
Sent faxes 10 & 11.
Thanks to all involved!
Thanks to all involved!
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dealsnet
07-13 04:37 PM
Congratulations on your greencard approval.
YOU DESERVE IT.
YOU DESERVE IT.
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qplearn
12-20 05:23 PM
nice post, and I have been thinking of the same; in fact, I have expressed this thought before. Only the very naive will not understand this or think that USCIS is using the numbers in the right way.
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greensignal
06-19 02:02 PM
Akhil,
Can you pls send me a copy too? thanks in advance!
a copy for me also please.
Can you pls send me a copy too? thanks in advance!
a copy for me also please.
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jungalee43
07-07 03:57 PM
ronhira,
Excellent qoute. You have done your research very well. I live in South and have concluded that many people blindly follow the Radio talk show hosts. They do not have any information and just repeat what these radio talk shows say. Last week one caller who called to criticize Obama for decision on Gen. McCrystal; had not even read the article that the General wrote.
Many so called supporters of AZ law, don't know what it is.
"In the United States, the majority undertakes to supply a multitude of ready-made opinions for the use of individuals, who are thus relieved from the necessity of forming opinions of their own."
~ Alexis de Tocqueville
Excellent qoute. You have done your research very well. I live in South and have concluded that many people blindly follow the Radio talk show hosts. They do not have any information and just repeat what these radio talk shows say. Last week one caller who called to criticize Obama for decision on Gen. McCrystal; had not even read the article that the General wrote.
Many so called supporters of AZ law, don't know what it is.
"In the United States, the majority undertakes to supply a multitude of ready-made opinions for the use of individuals, who are thus relieved from the necessity of forming opinions of their own."
~ Alexis de Tocqueville
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sobers
04-03 09:51 AM
I didn't webfax but sent my state's US Senators a message through their official portal (I had recieved a response last time I did that). I also followed up with a phone call to their offices.
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sbabunle
01-31 02:58 PM
Well again...if they allow to file 485, most of those folks will
file EAD and Parole too.. more money and more money :D
Its the same reason they wont discontinue Green Card lottery.
I think last time about 5mil people participated with $100 entry fee.
So its $500 Mil dollars..thats half a billion.....Nobody would kill the
goose who lays golden eggs... :D :D :D :D
Well, you are bringing up a very good point. May be we can setup a webfax event to USCIS, for allowing us to I-485 even if PD is not current, so that they can reap the exact benefit of this fees hike.
Core members - what say you???
file EAD and Parole too.. more money and more money :D
Its the same reason they wont discontinue Green Card lottery.
I think last time about 5mil people participated with $100 entry fee.
So its $500 Mil dollars..thats half a billion.....Nobody would kill the
goose who lays golden eggs... :D :D :D :D
Well, you are bringing up a very good point. May be we can setup a webfax event to USCIS, for allowing us to I-485 even if PD is not current, so that they can reap the exact benefit of this fees hike.
Core members - what say you???
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mrdelhiite
07-06 07:44 PM
looks like the synopsis and the newscaster says the complete interview will be broadcast tommorrow
name of the post is "local doctor denied greencard" on main page
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name of the post is "local doctor denied greencard" on main page
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07-17 10:59 AM
Vermont
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I-90 Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card Initial issuance or replacement January 13, 2007
I-90A Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card Initial issuance or replacement for Special Agricultral Workers (SAW) August 04, 2005
I-102 Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 April 12, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-1B - Specialty occupation - Visa to be issued abroad April 02, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-1B - Specialty occupation - Change of status in the U.S. April 02, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-1B - Specialty occupation - Extension of stay in the U.S. April 02, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-2A - Temporary workers June 30, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-2B - Other temporary workers June 15, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-3 - Temporary trainees May 15, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker L - Intracompany transfers June 15, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker Blanket L May 15, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker O - Extraordinary ability May 03, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker P - Athletes, artists, and entertainers May 03, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker Q - Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process May 15, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker R - Religious occupation May 15, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker TN - North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional May 03, 2007
I-129F Petition for Alien Fiance(e) K-1/K-2 - Not yet married - fiance and/or dependent child January 13, 2007
I-130 Petition for Alien Relative U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 December 17, 2006
I-130 Petition for Alien Relative U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 July 02, 2006
I-130 Petition for Alien Relative U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 June 04, 2006
I-130 Petition for Alien Relative U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister February 05, 2001
I-130 Petition for Alien Relative Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 January 08, 2006
I-130 Petition for Alien Relative Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 June 04, 2006
I-131 Application for Travel Document All other applicants for advance parole April 14, 2007
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Extraordinary ability April 01, 2006
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Outstanding professor or researcher April 01, 2006
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Multinational executive or manager April 01, 2006
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Schedule A Nurses April 01, 2006
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Advanced degree or exceptional ability April 01, 2006
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver April 01, 2006
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Skilled worker or professional April 01, 2006
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Unskilled worker April 01, 2006
I-212 Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the U.S. After Deportation or Removal Readmission after deportation or removal June 14, 2006
I-360 Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) August 28, 2006
I-360 Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant All other special immigrants June 02, 2006
I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status Employment-based adjustment applications July 26, 2006
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Change of status to H or L dependents March 27, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories March 27, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Change Status to the J exchange visitor category March 27, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status All other change of status applications March 27, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Extension of stay for H and L dependents March 27, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students March 27, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors March 27, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status All other extension applications March 27, 2007
I-612 Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution September 05, 2006
I-751 Petition to Remove the Conditions on Residence Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents January 03, 2007
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] April 28, 2007
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] June 16, 2007
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] April 28, 2007
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] April 28, 2007
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] April 28, 2007
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization All other applications for employment authorization April 28, 2007
I-817 Application for Family Unity Benefits Voluntary departure under the family unity program December 29, 2005
I-821 Application for Temporary Protected Status El Salvador initial or late filing July 01, 2006
I-821 Application for Temporary Protected Status El Salvador extension July 01, 2006
I-821 Application for Temporary Protected Status Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing July 01, 2006
I-821 Application for Temporary Protected Status Honduras and Nicaragua extension July 01, 2006
I-824 Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition To request further action on an approved application or petition January 13, 2007
N-600 Application for Certification of Citizenship Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship February 08, 2007
N-643 Application for Certification of Citizenship on Behalf of an Adopted Child Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship on behalf of an adopted child January 13, 2007
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I-90 Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card Initial issuance or replacement January 13, 2007
I-90A Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card Initial issuance or replacement for Special Agricultral Workers (SAW) August 04, 2005
I-102 Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 April 12, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-1B - Specialty occupation - Visa to be issued abroad April 02, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-1B - Specialty occupation - Change of status in the U.S. April 02, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-1B - Specialty occupation - Extension of stay in the U.S. April 02, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-2A - Temporary workers June 30, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-2B - Other temporary workers June 15, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-3 - Temporary trainees May 15, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker L - Intracompany transfers June 15, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker Blanket L May 15, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker O - Extraordinary ability May 03, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker P - Athletes, artists, and entertainers May 03, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker Q - Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process May 15, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker R - Religious occupation May 15, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker TN - North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional May 03, 2007
I-129F Petition for Alien Fiance(e) K-1/K-2 - Not yet married - fiance and/or dependent child January 13, 2007
I-130 Petition for Alien Relative U.S. citizen filing for a spouse, parent, or child under 21 December 17, 2006
I-130 Petition for Alien Relative U.S. citizen filing for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 July 02, 2006
I-130 Petition for Alien Relative U.S. citizen filing for a married son or daughter over 21 June 04, 2006
I-130 Petition for Alien Relative U.S. citizen filing for a brother or sister February 05, 2001
I-130 Petition for Alien Relative Permanent resident filling for a spouse or child under 21 January 08, 2006
I-130 Petition for Alien Relative Permanent resident filling for an unmarried son or daughter over 21 June 04, 2006
I-131 Application for Travel Document All other applicants for advance parole April 14, 2007
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Extraordinary ability April 01, 2006
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Outstanding professor or researcher April 01, 2006
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Multinational executive or manager April 01, 2006
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Schedule A Nurses April 01, 2006
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Advanced degree or exceptional ability April 01, 2006
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver April 01, 2006
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Skilled worker or professional April 01, 2006
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Unskilled worker April 01, 2006
I-212 Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the U.S. After Deportation or Removal Readmission after deportation or removal June 14, 2006
I-360 Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) August 28, 2006
I-360 Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant All other special immigrants June 02, 2006
I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status Employment-based adjustment applications July 26, 2006
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Change of status to H or L dependents March 27, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories March 27, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Change Status to the J exchange visitor category March 27, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status All other change of status applications March 27, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Extension of stay for H and L dependents March 27, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students March 27, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors March 27, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status All other extension applications March 27, 2007
I-612 Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution September 05, 2006
I-751 Petition to Remove the Conditions on Residence Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents January 03, 2007
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] April 28, 2007
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] June 16, 2007
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] April 28, 2007
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] April 28, 2007
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] April 28, 2007
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization All other applications for employment authorization April 28, 2007
I-817 Application for Family Unity Benefits Voluntary departure under the family unity program December 29, 2005
I-821 Application for Temporary Protected Status El Salvador initial or late filing July 01, 2006
I-821 Application for Temporary Protected Status El Salvador extension July 01, 2006
I-821 Application for Temporary Protected Status Honduras and Nicaragua initial or late filing July 01, 2006
I-821 Application for Temporary Protected Status Honduras and Nicaragua extension July 01, 2006
I-824 Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition To request further action on an approved application or petition January 13, 2007
N-600 Application for Certification of Citizenship Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship February 08, 2007
N-643 Application for Certification of Citizenship on Behalf of an Adopted Child Application for recognition of U.S. citizenship on behalf of an adopted child January 13, 2007
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GCapplicant
07-10 08:11 AM
We should side line these type of guys-Never encourage them ...
Now even people who dont know what is H1 will become aware of it.Dont they know these type of words might bring racist feelings to a common person here soon,if they continue like this .
But each and everyone forget their past that they where also once upon a time an immigrant like us.
Now even people who dont know what is H1 will become aware of it.Dont they know these type of words might bring racist feelings to a common person here soon,if they continue like this .
But each and everyone forget their past that they where also once upon a time an immigrant like us.
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yabadaba
05-22 02:58 PM
also when u go into the uscis office...learn some spanish
say
ola.. buenos dias..que pasa..estoy aqu� para la visa de z
repeat this to every person u meet in there... u ll be all set
say
ola.. buenos dias..que pasa..estoy aqu� para la visa de z
repeat this to every person u meet in there... u ll be all set
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neobuddha
02-23 03:05 PM
You may submit the "Lease papers" and "Medical insurance papers with name of the spouse" as the additional proof.
Check with your lawyer.
Good Luck
Check with your lawyer.
Good Luck
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vicky007
12-15 01:01 PM
Hi Vicky,
Here's a thread that discusses this:
http://www.immigrationportal.com/showthread.php?t=219339
Regards,
Gravity
Thanks Gravtation.
Here's a thread that discusses this:
http://www.immigrationportal.com/showthread.php?t=219339
Regards,
Gravity
Thanks Gravtation.
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jungalee43
03-18 04:02 PM
As already reported if SJC can send their bill on March 27, their bill would replace the bill braught by Sen. Frist. We all know that Frist bill is more positive than Specter mark? Should we start sending faxes to SJC to include identical EB provisions as Frist bill in SJC bill also?
Macaca
02-01 09:46 AM
Some paras from Increased Immigration Fees Denounced (http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/01/31/AR2007013102016.html?nav=hcmodule).
Sen. Edward M. Kennedy (D-Mass.) joined a chorus of immigrant advocacy groups in condemning the Bush administration's plan to charge legal immigrants significantly more money to obtain green cards, adjust their residency status and bring relatives to the United States.
Under the plan, announced yesterday by Emilio Gonzalez, director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the government would charge $905 -- up from $325 -- to apply for a green card or to adjust residency status. Immigrants with green cards would have to pay $595 to become naturalized citizens, a $265 increase. The cost of bringing a foreign fiance to the United States would more than double, to $455.
USCIS has long been plagued by an application backlog, slow processing by poorly trained personnel and an inability to track applications for people. The agency receives no money from Congress and passes on most costs to applicants. A highly critical 2004 Government Accountability Office report said that the agency's fees did not cover its costs.
Gonzalez said the increase would pay for better facilities, more workers and more training so that applications can be processed faster and by a more courteous and professional staff. He said the improvements would help USCIS cope with a guest-worker program should Congress approve some type of comprehensive immigration reform.
The fee increases will be published today in the Federal Register, beginning a two-month comment period. USCIS expects to process nearly 5 million applications in the 2008-2009 fiscal year.
Sen. Edward M. Kennedy (D-Mass.) joined a chorus of immigrant advocacy groups in condemning the Bush administration's plan to charge legal immigrants significantly more money to obtain green cards, adjust their residency status and bring relatives to the United States.
Under the plan, announced yesterday by Emilio Gonzalez, director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the government would charge $905 -- up from $325 -- to apply for a green card or to adjust residency status. Immigrants with green cards would have to pay $595 to become naturalized citizens, a $265 increase. The cost of bringing a foreign fiance to the United States would more than double, to $455.
USCIS has long been plagued by an application backlog, slow processing by poorly trained personnel and an inability to track applications for people. The agency receives no money from Congress and passes on most costs to applicants. A highly critical 2004 Government Accountability Office report said that the agency's fees did not cover its costs.
Gonzalez said the increase would pay for better facilities, more workers and more training so that applications can be processed faster and by a more courteous and professional staff. He said the improvements would help USCIS cope with a guest-worker program should Congress approve some type of comprehensive immigration reform.
The fee increases will be published today in the Federal Register, beginning a two-month comment period. USCIS expects to process nearly 5 million applications in the 2008-2009 fiscal year.
sats123
06-19 04:11 PM
I do have copy of labor approval but I donot have copy of job description that they filed for labor. I also have copy of 140 approval.
I don't think I can get letters from HR (there are couple of people who handles everything from getting timesheets to posting payslips) as they very loyal to my employer.
Then I guess my only options are
- give it a try to file through another attorney with paystubs and without employer letter.
- forget about $5000 and proceed.
I don't think I can get letters from HR (there are couple of people who handles everything from getting timesheets to posting payslips) as they very loyal to my employer.
Then I guess my only options are
- give it a try to file through another attorney with paystubs and without employer letter.
- forget about $5000 and proceed.
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