NOID ResponseReceiving a Notice of Intent to Deny or NOID, can cause panic and confusion. However, with proper preparation and an appropriate response, a NOID can be overcome allowing the petition or application to be approved. Show
NOID USCIS NOID After Marriage Based Green Card InterviewMarrying a U.S. citizen is not an automatic ticket to obtaining permanent resident status. A couple must demonstrate by a preponderance of the evidence that the marriage is bona fide, in other words the marriage is real and not for immigration purposes only. If a couple marries during removal proceedings, then the validity of the marriage must be proven by clear and convincing evidence. That is a higher standard of proof. Receiving a NOID is the last opportunity to submit additional documents to meet the particular standard or clarify certain information. Stated otherwise, it is the last opportunity to convince an adjudicating officer the petition should be approved. NOID are issued for a variety of reasons including failure to submit sufficient evidence, inconsistent information provided, or for a prior marriage fraud finding. Understanding the reasons why the NOID was issued is key to successfully overcoming a negative determination. RFE – Request for EvidenceRecently, USCIS has been issuing Notices of Intent to Deny (NOID) more and more often. Not long ago USCIS would issue a Request for Evidence (RFEs) seeking additional documents before a case would be approved. However, under the previous Administration’s efforts to curb immigration benefits, applications and petitions have come under unprecedented scrutiny. How to Respond to Notice of Intent to Deny from USCISNOID Response TimeNOIDS are much more pressing than RFEs and are allotted a shorter response time. So, what needs to be done when receiving a NOID? The first thing to do when receiving a NOID is to make a copy. Why? There are a couple of reasons is for doing this. One, you definitely don’t want to lose the NOID. A response to a NOID must be submitted within an allotted time, usually 30 days. If the NOID is lost, it is highly unlikely to obtain a duplicate copy from USCIS within the amount of time necessary to prepare a response and mail the response package to be delivered to USCIS on or before the deadline. Also, the NOID must be attached to the top of the response package. If by any chance the NOID is lost or misplaced, then you will have a copy available without having to suffer the agony of scrambling to find the NOID. In other words, take great care of keeping track of the NOID because losing can have a detrimental impact on your case. NOID Due Date / DeadlineThe due date is usually, but not always, 30 days from the date printed on the notice or 33 days from the date of the notice if received by mail. However, the NOID may indicate a specific due date. Whichever way the deadline is indicated, this date is very important. All documents submitted in response to the NOID must be received by USCIS on or prior to that date. Take note, USCIS does not take into account the postmark date but only considers when the response package was received by USCIS. Therefore, mailing the response with sufficient time to be delivered in time is vital. A good rule of thumb is to write the deadline on your calendar and work back about 7 days prior to the deadline as a targeted mail-out date. Use the mail-out date as a deadline to make sure the response package is complete and ready to be mailed out with sufficient time for delivery. Reasons for NOID / Required Evidence and DocumentsNext, read and understand what USCIS states as the reason for the NOID. Take note of the list of documents the NOID is indicating as acceptable response documents. At this time pull out the copy of the initial package that was submitted. Compare the documents that were previously submitted to the documents that are now being requested. Sometimes, the requested document(s) may have already been submitted and have simply been misplaced or unfound by USCIS upon reviewing the package. Hence, the reason it is important to always make a copy of any and all documents submitted to USCIS. Once the requested documents have been identified, gather as many documents that are available to satisfy the requirement indicated on the NOID. If the NOID indicates inconsistencies in previously submitted documents or needs clarification on certain points then a properly prepared response letter should accompany the response. Every issue indicated in the NOID should be addressed. For a detailed explanation of what documents should be provided if certain documents are not available or to obtain assistance on preparing an appropriate response letter, please contact our office and we can provide experience representation in NOID responses. NOID Response Letter / Response PackageOnce the documents have been gathered and the response letter finalized, place them in an order easy to understand when reviewed by a USCIS Officer. Afterwards, place the NOID on top of the response package and make a copy of the entire package for your records. Lastly, mail the response package in a timely manner to the address indicated on the NOID. Documents submitted to USCIS should always be mailed with some type of tracking method. Keep in mind that some shipment methods may take longer than expected so plan according. Paying more for next day delivery should be considered especially if the deadline is within a few days. Failure to timely submit a NOID could result in a denial of the petition or application. Due to the Corona Virus pandemic, USCIS has accommodated response times. USCIS has indicated that a petitioner or applicant receiving a NOID dated between March 1 and May 1, 2020 has an additional 60 calendar days after the response date set forth in the NOID to submit a response. Wait Time After ReplyingApproval After NOIDHow long does it take USCIS to make a decision after NOID?NOID Response Time – After USCIS receives the response, it will review the information. USCIS can take several months to issue a decision. An approval can be issued if the response contains sufficient information or documentation to overcome the officer’s concern. However, if the adjudicating officer is not persuaded by the response and deems it insufficient, then a denial letter will be issued explaining the reasons. NOIDs should never be ignored and should be handled timely and appropriately. A NOID is the last chance a petitioner or applicant has to convince a USCIS officer to obtain an approval. 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Immigration Attorney FAQCan NOID be approved?Of course every case is different, but we do see a ton of NOID success stories from our clients. Give our office a call for a free consultation. What is USCIS policy alert?POLICY ALERT - Guidance for Special Immigrant and Nonimmigrant Religious Workers. August 30, 2022. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is issuing policy guidance in the USCIS Policy Manual to reorganize and expand on existing guidance related to special immigrant religious workers.
Can I see USCIS notice online?You only have to access USCIS' Case Status Online directly through uscis.gov. The Case Status Online landing page shows other quick reference online tools, such as how to change your address online, how to submit an inquiry about your case (e-Request), case processing times and how to locate a USCIS office.
Does calling USCIS delay your case?In short, no, calling the USCIS will not speed up the process. It's best if you just check the status online. You can go to the USCIS website, enter in your USCIS case number and you can obtain the case status right online.
How do I get a USCIS case alert?Via phone: You can also call USCIS at 1-800-375-5283 to inquire about your USCIS case status. You don't need your receipt number to get an update, but be prepared for a long wait if you call; depending on how many people are inquiring about their status, you may be on hold for two hours or more.
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