POE at JFK success! Sadegh is home!
Apr 23rd 2004, 2:23 am
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POE at JFK success! Sadegh is home!
Hi All,
Our POE experience through JFK on April 21st was absolutely great!! It took exactly 2 hours to get through immigration and customs and we still made our connecting flight with 20 minutes to spare!
Officer Cruz, who did Sadegh's special registration (something I think only Iranians have to do), was extremely nice, polite, and very helpful about the whole process. He was clueing us in as to what to expect for the AOS phase, and was making light conversation with us as he worked.
Sadegh received his 90 day temporary EAD card at that point as well.
The only person who was grumpy was the customs inspector, but maybe he was just having a bad day. LOL He was kind of harsh in his questions about why I had been in Turkey and seemed confused about how it is that Sadegh and I both arrived from Istanbul together when I'm American and he's Iranian - but then again, I guess you don't see that situation too often.
He only inspected Sadegh's briefcase and one piece of luggage and then waved us away as if he was tired of the whole thing. LOL
After a wonderful night's stay in Los Angeles, we flew home to Phoenix this afternoon. Needless to say, Sadegh is quite overwhelmed with everything here and is now napping while I try to get caught up with being gone for 2 weeks. Whew!
Best Wishes to Everyone!
Rene and Sadegh <---- still pinching each other in disbelief! LOL
Our POE experience through JFK on April 21st was absolutely great!! It took exactly 2 hours to get through immigration and customs and we still made our connecting flight with 20 minutes to spare!
Officer Cruz, who did Sadegh's special registration (something I think only Iranians have to do), was extremely nice, polite, and very helpful about the whole process. He was clueing us in as to what to expect for the AOS phase, and was making light conversation with us as he worked.
Sadegh received his 90 day temporary EAD card at that point as well.
The only person who was grumpy was the customs inspector, but maybe he was just having a bad day. LOL He was kind of harsh in his questions about why I had been in Turkey and seemed confused about how it is that Sadegh and I both arrived from Istanbul together when I'm American and he's Iranian - but then again, I guess you don't see that situation too often.
He only inspected Sadegh's briefcase and one piece of luggage and then waved us away as if he was tired of the whole thing. LOLAfter a wonderful night's stay in Los Angeles, we flew home to Phoenix this afternoon. Needless to say, Sadegh is quite overwhelmed with everything here and is now napping while I try to get caught up with being gone for 2 weeks. Whew!
Best Wishes to Everyone!
Rene and Sadegh <---- still pinching each other in disbelief! LOL
Apr 23rd 2004, 2:43 am
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Re: POE at JFK success! Sadegh is home!
Wooooow you both made it...congrats for the good news!!!!!
Apr 23rd 2004, 11:18 am
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Congrats Rene and Sadegh!
Thank you so much for your posts. They've been so helpful, especially considering we're using the same embassy. I believe Mahir will be home by my birthday on June 1 (Ankara will be receiving our Packet #3 on Monday). Good luck to you and Sadegh and keep posting as you go through AOS and all that stuff. I wish you happiness and continuous love for the rest of your lives.
Allison
Thank you so much for your posts. They've been so helpful, especially considering we're using the same embassy. I believe Mahir will be home by my birthday on June 1 (Ankara will be receiving our Packet #3 on Monday). Good luck to you and Sadegh and keep posting as you go through AOS and all that stuff. I wish you happiness and continuous love for the rest of your lives.
Allison
Apr 23rd 2004, 12:14 pm
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Rene and Sadegh <---- still pinching each other in disbelief! LOL
This is such wonderful news!!! Congrats to you both and many many happy days to come!!!! Sadegh..Welcome to the US!!!!
This is such wonderful news!!! Congrats to you both and many many happy days to come!!!! Sadegh..Welcome to the US!!!!
Apr 23rd 2004, 12:18 pm
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Such wonderful news Rene and Sadegh!! I am sure you both are estatic right now. After such a wirlwind, I imagine you must be exausted also- take some time and rest up, enjoying your being togather. Good Luck!!
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Apr 23rd 2004, 12:23 pm
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Congratulations!! Finally, after such a long wait, you guys are finally home and together I am so happy for the both of you!! Glad the POE wasn't hard at all 
Lily,
I am so happy for the both of you!! Glad the POE wasn't hard at all Lily,
Apr 23rd 2004, 1:46 pm
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oh congrats to you both on your homecoming.. best of luck in your future together..
YAY.
YAY.
Apr 23rd 2004, 2:51 pm
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CONGRATS BEST OF LUCK ...
BEST OF LUCK ...
Apr 23rd 2004, 3:44 pm
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YAY! Well done to both of you getting through this whole process, it's been a long one!
I'm glad to hear you are both safely back in the States and to stay!
Many blessings Rene and Sadegh for your bright future.
Amy
I'm glad to hear you are both safely back in the States and to stay!
Many blessings Rene and Sadegh for your bright future.
Amy
Apr 23rd 2004, 5:25 pm
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Great News!! Congratulations!! So happy for you!! Best of Wishes to you and your husbands future...
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Originally posted by Noorah101
Hi All,
Our POE experience through JFK on April 21st was absolutely great!! It took exactly 2 hours to get through immigration and customs and we still made our connecting flight with 20 minutes to spare!
Officer Cruz, who did Sadegh's special registration (something I think only Iranians have to do), was extremely nice, polite, and very helpful about the whole process. He was clueing us in as to what to expect for the AOS phase, and was making light conversation with us as he worked.
Sadegh received his 90 day temporary EAD card at that point as well.
The only person who was grumpy was the customs inspector, but maybe he was just having a bad day. LOL He was kind of harsh in his questions about why I had been in Turkey and seemed confused about how it is that Sadegh and I both arrived from Istanbul together when I'm American and he's Iranian - but then again, I guess you don't see that situation too often. He only inspected Sadegh's briefcase and one piece of luggage and then waved us away as if he was tired of the whole thing. LOL
After a wonderful night's stay in Los Angeles, we flew home to Phoenix this afternoon. Needless to say, Sadegh is quite overwhelmed with everything here and is now napping while I try to get caught up with being gone for 2 weeks. Whew!
Best Wishes to Everyone!
Rene and Sadegh <---- still pinching each other in disbelief! LOL
Hi All,
Our POE experience through JFK on April 21st was absolutely great!! It took exactly 2 hours to get through immigration and customs and we still made our connecting flight with 20 minutes to spare!
Officer Cruz, who did Sadegh's special registration (something I think only Iranians have to do), was extremely nice, polite, and very helpful about the whole process. He was clueing us in as to what to expect for the AOS phase, and was making light conversation with us as he worked.
Sadegh received his 90 day temporary EAD card at that point as well.
The only person who was grumpy was the customs inspector, but maybe he was just having a bad day. LOL He was kind of harsh in his questions about why I had been in Turkey and seemed confused about how it is that Sadegh and I both arrived from Istanbul together when I'm American and he's Iranian - but then again, I guess you don't see that situation too often.
He only inspected Sadegh's briefcase and one piece of luggage and then waved us away as if he was tired of the whole thing. LOLAfter a wonderful night's stay in Los Angeles, we flew home to Phoenix this afternoon. Needless to say, Sadegh is quite overwhelmed with everything here and is now napping while I try to get caught up with being gone for 2 weeks. Whew!
Best Wishes to Everyone!
Rene and Sadegh <---- still pinching each other in disbelief! LOL
Apr 23rd 2004, 6:46 pm
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Re: POE at JFK success! Sadegh is home!
Originally posted by Noorah101
Hi All,
Our POE experience through JFK on April 21st was absolutely great!! It took exactly 2 hours to get through immigration and customs and we still made our connecting flight with 20 minutes to spare!
Officer Cruz, who did Sadegh's special registration (something I think only Iranians have to do), was extremely nice, polite, and very helpful about the whole process. He was clueing us in as to what to expect for the AOS phase, and was making light conversation with us as he worked.
Sadegh received his 90 day temporary EAD card at that point as well.
The only person who was grumpy was the customs inspector, but maybe he was just having a bad day. LOL He was kind of harsh in his questions about why I had been in Turkey and seemed confused about how it is that Sadegh and I both arrived from Istanbul together when I'm American and he's Iranian - but then again, I guess you don't see that situation too often. He only inspected Sadegh's briefcase and one piece of luggage and then waved us away as if he was tired of the whole thing. LOL
After a wonderful night's stay in Los Angeles, we flew home to Phoenix this afternoon. Needless to say, Sadegh is quite overwhelmed with everything here and is now napping while I try to get caught up with being gone for 2 weeks. Whew!
Best Wishes to Everyone!
Rene and Sadegh <---- still pinching each other in disbelief! LOL
Hi All,
Our POE experience through JFK on April 21st was absolutely great!! It took exactly 2 hours to get through immigration and customs and we still made our connecting flight with 20 minutes to spare!
Officer Cruz, who did Sadegh's special registration (something I think only Iranians have to do), was extremely nice, polite, and very helpful about the whole process. He was clueing us in as to what to expect for the AOS phase, and was making light conversation with us as he worked.
Sadegh received his 90 day temporary EAD card at that point as well.
The only person who was grumpy was the customs inspector, but maybe he was just having a bad day. LOL He was kind of harsh in his questions about why I had been in Turkey and seemed confused about how it is that Sadegh and I both arrived from Istanbul together when I'm American and he's Iranian - but then again, I guess you don't see that situation too often.
He only inspected Sadegh's briefcase and one piece of luggage and then waved us away as if he was tired of the whole thing. LOLAfter a wonderful night's stay in Los Angeles, we flew home to Phoenix this afternoon. Needless to say, Sadegh is quite overwhelmed with everything here and is now napping while I try to get caught up with being gone for 2 weeks. Whew!
Best Wishes to Everyone!
Rene and Sadegh <---- still pinching each other in disbelief! LOL
Sid & Angelika
Apr 23rd 2004, 6:50 pm
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Many congrats!!!!!!!!
Kate. xxx
Kate. xxx
Apr 25th 2004, 12:57 pm
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Originally posted by Noorah101
Hi All,
Our POE experience through JFK on April 21st was absolutely great!! It took exactly 2 hours to get through immigration and customs and we still made our connecting flight with 20 minutes to spare!
Officer Cruz, who did Sadegh's special registration (something I think only Iranians have to do), was extremely nice, polite, and very helpful about the whole process. He was clueing us in as to what to expect for the AOS phase, and was making light conversation with us as he worked.
Sadegh received his 90 day temporary EAD card at that point as well.
The only person who was grumpy was the customs inspector, but maybe he was just having a bad day. LOL He was kind of harsh in his questions about why I had been in Turkey and seemed confused about how it is that Sadegh and I both arrived from Istanbul together when I'm American and he's Iranian - but then again, I guess you don't see that situation too often. He only inspected Sadegh's briefcase and one piece of luggage and then waved us away as if he was tired of the whole thing. LOL
After a wonderful night's stay in Los Angeles, we flew home to Phoenix this afternoon. Needless to say, Sadegh is quite overwhelmed with everything here and is now napping while I try to get caught up with being gone for 2 weeks. Whew!
Best Wishes to Everyone!
Rene and Sadegh <---- still pinching each other in disbelief! LOL
Hi All,
Our POE experience through JFK on April 21st was absolutely great!! It took exactly 2 hours to get through immigration and customs and we still made our connecting flight with 20 minutes to spare!
Officer Cruz, who did Sadegh's special registration (something I think only Iranians have to do), was extremely nice, polite, and very helpful about the whole process. He was clueing us in as to what to expect for the AOS phase, and was making light conversation with us as he worked.
Sadegh received his 90 day temporary EAD card at that point as well.
The only person who was grumpy was the customs inspector, but maybe he was just having a bad day. LOL He was kind of harsh in his questions about why I had been in Turkey and seemed confused about how it is that Sadegh and I both arrived from Istanbul together when I'm American and he's Iranian - but then again, I guess you don't see that situation too often.
He only inspected Sadegh's briefcase and one piece of luggage and then waved us away as if he was tired of the whole thing. LOLAfter a wonderful night's stay in Los Angeles, we flew home to Phoenix this afternoon. Needless to say, Sadegh is quite overwhelmed with everything here and is now napping while I try to get caught up with being gone for 2 weeks. Whew!
Best Wishes to Everyone!
Rene and Sadegh <---- still pinching each other in disbelief! LOL
Apr 25th 2004, 1:53 pm
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Congratulations, Rene! Welcome home, Sadegh!
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Apr 25th 2004, 3:07 pm
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Many Congrats to you both!