I applied for the LULAC I 687 on December 2005,did my biometrics on May 30th, 2006. Anyone knows which is the time frame for this cases? They told me in USCIS that my file was sent to my local office for an interview. Should I ask the interview or wait until it comes?
My boyfriend applied on November 2005, on May 31st did his biometric. We got the letter for the interview in August. The interview is going to be December 14. His aunt applied at same time, but she has the interview September 25th. If your address is the same and you did not receive a letter for intent of deny, I recomend you to wait for your interview. Anyway, you can call and ask if they sent you the letter. I wish you good luck. If anything that you can tell us about what kind of documents you have to go to the interview (such as bills, letters, etc) I will really appreciate if you tell us. Thank you.
to segomel Thanks you for your answering, I did receive an Intent to deny, but I sent all the information I didn't send with the application, but this is history. Your interview came from your local office or from Lee Summit? I know for sure that my file is in my local office but not sure to do, it came on July 28, but nothing since then. I should take to the interview all the copies of the things I sent, and I recommend you to do the same.
My spouse and I have been renewing our work permits under the Lulac/Life for approximately 15 years. Having recently sought some thorough legal counsel to inquire what was the real status of this program just wanted to share our understanding.
The lulac program is like a band-aid covering a severe wound that does not heal. As I have been reading on many posts, including this and confirmation from Legal counsel, the denial rate for these cases are extremely high. Have discovered that this program was really an outlet where INS was hoping that people would have been able to receive greencards/citizenship via other means, family employer etc, and it was no way to be the only outlet. I imagine the response to this program was overwhelming and not many people including ourselves had other means in getting this other sponsorship.
We've come to realize that being under the Lulac program, is just as being undocumented. We could say we are the semi-documented under the "undocumented umbrella". For those of us who have Bachelors degrees and beyond, if you were under the impression that you could possibly adjust from Lulac status to a visa such as HI-B, think again. We've been told this cannot occur, one would have to return to his country of origin and go through the consulate process. However, if in 2001, when INS implemented the 245i forgiveness law where individuals could pay $1000 fee to adjust within the states, then we could have had an employer, brother/sister petition through this labor certification. This was never something we gave thought, as again as Lulac applicants, we thought we weren't impacted by this...well...too late. (If anyone has concrete evidence that this is incorrect, please do not hesitate to share and inform us all).
So, what is our next steps we all ask? As we all know, we are still hanging on based on Peter Schey's lawsuit. However, the light at the end of the tunnel, seems to be getting ****her and ****her away. Our only hope at this time, appears to be the Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act. We MUST encourage our US Citizens family, friends, co-workers to vote for Democrats (as it appears that this bill is being halted by the republicans). While the President is pushing for this bill, he's not getting the support of his party as many of you see and hear.
So, Lets hope Peter and others can continue working towards something and pray and keep it in the media to realize comprehensive immigration as almost all of us will definitely qualify.
I agree with u hundred percent. I know someone who went for lulac I/V, this week in Miami, and the officer clearly told him that all these cases are fraud. No one has a real evidence and will be denying these cases,persauded to withdraw the case so they don't have to explain anything and wait for another amensty coming in shortly, hopefully. My advise on this issue is Do not withdraw your case and let them deny u. And in appeal probably u have a better chance of winning as this thing is going on for last 17 years and AAO will keep this in mind before deciding anything. Also the officer told the applicant that they have been pushed by Washington to finish up with these i/V as soon as possible, they have been given a deadline i guess. Well either wait for another amensty or try to apply under different program, like investors visa or 10 years continous res. suspension of deportation if u have any qualifying relative as a US Citizen or parent even LPR. Thats wht my lawyer told me to do. Any thoughts, pls advise. Good luck to all who r suppose to go to I/V. Do not withdraw.Appeal it.
to LA BOY, I agree with you, good luck in your I/V I'm still waiting mine, my recommedation is to go with a well known attorney in your area, they cannot intimidate you if an attorney is present. Also I agree to vote for DEMOCRATS !
Andyrishi Associate Member Posted September 13, 2006 01:44 PM September 13, 2006 01:44 PM There is a quota for suspension of deportation for 4,000 people per year. It called suspension of deportation. CSS/LULAC applicants are not deportable. You should be in the process of deportation. You have to prove that hardship will be for your immediate relative (USC spouse, USC kids under your custody or your USC parents). Tax Record, Background etc., etc. . . . Plus you have to compete with others for the quota restriction. To qualify and compete (4,000 Quota) for suspension of deportation is not easy. End of Quote
To be eligible for investor you must be in legal status, LULAC/CSS not eligible for investor visa or DV lottery, they must go back home for ten years because of their violation. In the other hand to obtain investor visa you must invest one million dollar in a business and hire ten employees, they must be in payroll for more than two years. You need to have a lot of documentations. It's very hard.
Thank you loue for the info. I do know someone who were lulac case and got the green card under suspension of deportation quota as they had their old LPR mom living w/them and sick too. That was few years ago and they filed it as they were sick and tired of all this bull****. Regarding the investor visa, already spk. to one lawyer and she didn't mention that Lulac/CSS cannot apply for this kind of visa. or they have to go back for ten years. Anyway i am going to consult another lawyer too and will advise wht he said. These r just few options i see open for css/lulac applicants beside waiting for actual temp. issue to be resolved. or wait for another amnesty/legalization, hopefully happening soon.
Thank you all on your responses. Pearl you indicated that your friend was persuaded to withdraw did he/she withdraw? What happens next wouldn't this withdrawal invalidates the current work authorization immediately making one unable to work. This saga is such a dominal effect because it appears this is the formula...withdrawal=immediate work authorization revocation=non-renewal of DL=unemployment=loss of everything. With the Life once you withdrew then you had the Lulac to fall back to. Now the next steps seem dim. I am so out of options right now. This forum has been a therapeudic rehab knowing that you're not alone.
I really hate it when some of you suggest that we should vote Democratic because it may help us immigrants. A vote should be cast for the good of the Nation, not for what is best for you. It's not about us. We are damm lucky to be here. and to have the chance, to become legal.
Why don't you take the advice of the all time most famous Democrat. (Ask not what your Country can do for you. but what you can do for your Country.)
It's very obvious that the last thing America needs is more people. Luckily you who suggested it, are not qualified to vote.
The only thing un-American about America, is the USCIS.
This is what makes this country a democratic one. People can make suggestions whether or not others may like it. I concur we are lucky to be here. However to have the chance to become legal it appears the only way that can happen is with the assistance of the Democrats. Mine as I'm sure with others in doing what we can for the country include paying taxes: enhancing and advancing our education levels: AND volunteering among other. Additionally we convey to those eligible to vote to do so! So don't be too uptight Unique!. To quote your July posting "As a TAXPAYER I think I have the right to complain!" and so do most of us. Your postings have been very informative keep us posted with any new developments!
To undecided, my friend didn't withdraw like u said very clearly that means withdrawing from all other benefits too which noone can afford. I don't think anyone should withdraw after such a long time, but should appeal if they get intent of denial or denial. They stand better chance in their appeal as they will decide according to the settlement approved. Plus it will give some time in hand if any new amnesty or legalization come by they'll be surely qualified for it. Good luck. Keep on checking other options from ur lawyers too .
thanks a bunch for the info Pearl. Can you go to private messaging on line, as I need to inquire about something specific. Would be greatly appreciated
Hi everyone, I had an interview today, didn't pass. First the officer asked me all the questions from the form I sent as first. He checked if my answers were correct to answers I submitted, then the all the dates – arrivals, departures. Than what I was doing here from 1982 – 1990, school, work, my parents, doctors, everything. He went back several times and asked the same question again in different forms, no push, very professional. At the end he told me, that I don't have enough evidence, gave me two options. Either withdraw the case, or he would give me 30 days to provide more documents. I can't get more, took the first one. The questioning took about 45 minutes. After I signed, we talked for several minutes. He was from Europe as me, we chatted about soccer, he was a nice guy. Told me there is thousands of fraudulent causes. They really check every each case. Especially those that were applied just before timeline. He told me, if I took second option, they would really investigate all documents I provided. They also check with the country where you originally from, if YOU WERE PRESENT in your country at the time you claim u were in USA!!!!! He told me about woman with 3 years old son, she applied, didn't provide enough evidence, but insisted on case. They checked with her origin country, now she'll be deported. I saw a post on internet from a guy from Poland, applied with fake documents. The officer at interview squeezed him, he melted down, confessed. The officer told him, he'll be never be able to get green card, never. Even if he would married US citizen. Stick to your story, be prepare. If you withdraw, there will be nothing in your papers. I asked the officer. If they catch you lying, you're done. The letters are not considered as the evidence. You have to have work papers, state documents, school papers, etc. If your story is true go ahead, wish good luck all of you.
What kind of evidence did you provided besides the affidavits?
I have school records and social security records besides my affidavits from people that applied and got their papers on the original 1986 amnesty.
In 1986 I did not qualify because my mom and I left the USA and came back within 1 month.
I mean, besides that, what kind of other proofs would they want?
I was only a kid back then!
If you had gone forward with your case, and the final outcome would have been denied, you could had the chance to appeal your case. I hear that chances of approvals are much better during appeals since the cases usually get review by personnel that do know how to handle these cases.
Was your reason not to continue forward due to the fact that your were not here during those dates?
Where were you interviewed? Did you go to the interview with your attorney?
Originally posted by pearl: I agree with u hundred percent. I know someone who went for lulac I/V, this week in Miami, and the officer clearly told him that all these cases are fraud. No one has a real evidence and will be denying these cases,persauded to withdraw the case so they don't have to explain anything and wait for another amensty coming in shortly, hopefully. My advise on this issue is Do not withdraw your case and let them deny u. And in appeal probably u have a better chance of winning as this thing is going on for last 17 years and AAO will keep this in mind before deciding anything. Also the officer told the applicant that they have been pushed by Washington to finish up with these i/V as soon as possible, they have been given a deadline i guess. Well either wait for another amensty or try to apply under different program, like investors visa or 10 years continous res. suspension of deportation if u have any qualifying relative as a US Citizen or parent even LPR. Thats wht my lawyer told me to do. Any thoughts, pls advise. Good luck to all who r suppose to go to I/V. Do not withdraw.Appeal it.
To ital, When did u first applied for lulac/css, wht year. And wht docs. did u provided at the interview. The woman u mentioned w/son, did she recently applied for the 1st time for lulac/css case. Pls. advise.
Yes they r asking to bring the med. reports. But when u go their they hardly ask for it. First u have to satisfy them if ur the approval case as most of the offices r still dealing this claims under life act. If they accept u as a legit applicant they will ask for medical which u can provide later. Its upto u . If want to spent $300. for medical report which is hardly relevant at this point. Good luck
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