I-751 approval, Indianapolis
Sep 29th 2005, 3:40 am
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I-751 approval, Indianapolis
Got my passport stamped today with the I-551 stamp after my I-751 was approved!
Just wanted to add to the statistic that they only wanted 2 passport photos. Thanks a bunch for making me spend another $8!
The whole thing was done and dusted in less than 15 mins. I suspect having an InfoPass appt and working in the same building as USCIS helps
My stamp is valid for 12 months and I was told I would receive my 10 yr GC in 9 - 12 months. I will be test driving the stamp in December as I go back to Blighty for a visit with my 2 young children and their brand new US passports. There's something odd about an infant's picture in a passport that will last them for 5 years! I'm in no hurry to get them British passports but will probably do it when they can get a 10 year one.
James
Just wanted to add to the statistic that they only wanted 2 passport photos. Thanks a bunch for making me spend another $8!
The whole thing was done and dusted in less than 15 mins. I suspect having an InfoPass appt and working in the same building as USCIS helps
My stamp is valid for 12 months and I was told I would receive my 10 yr GC in 9 - 12 months. I will be test driving the stamp in December as I go back to Blighty for a visit with my 2 young children and their brand new US passports. There's something odd about an infant's picture in a passport that will last them for 5 years! I'm in no hurry to get them British passports but will probably do it when they can get a 10 year one.
James
Sep 29th 2005, 3:58 am
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Re: I-751 approval, Indianapolis
Congratulations
Could you please tell us about your time frame since you sent your I-751 ?
Thanks
Could you please tell us about your time frame since you sent your I-751 ?
Thanks
Sep 29th 2005, 4:11 am
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Re: I-751 approval, Indianapolis
Originally Posted by ramNagab
Congratulations
Could you please tell us about your time frame since you sent your I-751 ?
Thanks
Could you please tell us about your time frame since you sent your I-751 ?
Thanks
Mar 1, 2005 I-751 application sent to NSC.
Mar 5, 2005 NOA received
Mar 6, 2005 2 year cond GC expired (I know, I almost forgot to submit the 751!)
Sep 3, 2005 I-751 approval received
Sep 29, 2005 I-551 stamp in passport
Sep 29th 2005, 4:19 am
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Re: I-751 approval, Indianapolis
Congratulations, James! Enjoy your upcoming trip! 
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Sep 29th 2005, 6:23 am
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Re: I-751 approval, Indianapolis
I'm happy for you, but totally jealous!
We submitted our I-751 to Nebraska in before you did and just got a Request for Evidence this week. I sent loads of stuff back to them and I hope they love it!
Hopefully, Philip and I will be required to make a trip to Indy soon. We're ready to have this behind us.
We get to apply for his Naturalization in a few weeks. Hopefully, it will speed things along.
I'm jealous of you working in the USCIS building. That means you can go to St. Elmo's for shrimp cocktail at lunch!
We submitted our I-751 to Nebraska in before you did and just got a Request for Evidence this week. I sent loads of stuff back to them and I hope they love it!
Hopefully, Philip and I will be required to make a trip to Indy soon. We're ready to have this behind us.
We get to apply for his Naturalization in a few weeks. Hopefully, it will speed things along.
I'm jealous of you working in the USCIS building. That means you can go to St. Elmo's for shrimp cocktail at lunch!
Sep 29th 2005, 8:18 am
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Re: I-751 approval, Indianapolis
Congratulations!
looks like that you had smooth and fast process.
could you please share with us what kind of paperwork/evidence did you send along with your I-751 form?
All small details are appreciated,
btw, have a nice trip
looks like that you had smooth and fast process.
could you please share with us what kind of paperwork/evidence did you send along with your I-751 form?
All small details are appreciated,
btw, have a nice trip
Sep 29th 2005, 9:01 am
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Re: I-751 approval, Indianapolis
Originally Posted by bantik2005
Congratulations!
looks like that you had smooth and fast process.
could you please share with us what kind of paperwork/evidence did you send along with your I-751 form?
All small details are appreciated,
btw, have a nice trip
looks like that you had smooth and fast process.
could you please share with us what kind of paperwork/evidence did you send along with your I-751 form?
All small details are appreciated,
btw, have a nice trip
Joint mortgage deed/statements, joint bank statements, joint utility statements. I don't remember sending any affidavits though.
I'm sure the biggest plus was our child's birth certificate
Oct 20th 2005, 3:35 am
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Re: I-751 approval, Indianapolis
Originally Posted by James Box
My stamp is valid for 12 months and I was told I would receive my 10 yr GC in 9 - 12 months. I will be test driving the stamp in December as I go back to Blighty for a visit with my 2 young children and their brand new US passports.
As it turns out, my new 10 yr GC arrived whilst I was away, just 2 weeks after my infopass appointment.
James
Oct 20th 2005, 5:19 am
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Re: I-751 approval, Indianapolis
Originally Posted by James Box
Update: I actually test drove the stamp at the weekend as I went back for a funeral. All was fine except that the check-in lady at Heathrow was initially confused that the stamp was my temporary green card, until she read what it said.
As it turns out, my new 10 yr GC arrived whilst I was away, just 2 weeks after my infopass appointment.
James
As it turns out, my new 10 yr GC arrived whilst I was away, just 2 weeks after my infopass appointment.
James
congrats
Oct 20th 2005, 8:34 am
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Re: I-751 approval, Indianapolis
Originally Posted by James Box
Got my passport stamped today with the I-551 stamp after my I-751 was approved!
The whole thing was done and dusted in less than 15 mins. I suspect having an InfoPass appt and working in the same building as USCIS helps
James
The whole thing was done and dusted in less than 15 mins. I suspect having an InfoPass appt and working in the same building as USCIS helps
James
I guess it was just another day at the office for you then hmmm?
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Oct 21st 2005, 6:38 am
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Re: I-751 approval, Indianapolis
Congratulations....
