TN VISA → GREEN CARD IN 4 MONTHS

Green Card Case Info.

Case History / Issues:
Applicant was a Canadian citizen, and married to a U.S. citizen. After residing in Canada, she obtained TN visa status.

Strategy:
Reviewed case to ensure no preconceived intent issues, or potential employment gap or travel issues. Determined applicant was a good candidate for Adjustment of Status.

Filing Process:
I-130 / I-485 application @ USCIS - Chicago Lockbox / Interview at NYC Field Office

Filed:
June 7, 2013

Biometrics Scheduled:
July 9, 2013

Employment Authorization / Travel Card Issued:
Aug. 21, 2013

Interview Date:
Oct. 9, 2013. Decision was not made during interview, but case status online showed the application was approved later that day.

Green Card Received:
USCIS ordered document production on Oct. 15, 2013.

Processing Time:
4 months, 2 days.

Citizenship:
Canada

TN Visa Category:
Registered Nurse