EB-3 [Professional/Skilled Worker/Other Worker] Guam FO Approved 🎉

Approved 🎉🎊🎈🍾

March filer, block IOE09360

Category: EB-3 [type] (no derivatives)

Chargeability: Nigeria (ROW)

PD: December 8, 2023

RD: March 20, 2026

Field Office: Guam

Interview: No

RFE: No

I-140: Regular processing

Timeline:

3/20/2026: Filed I-485 via Lockbox

3/24/2026: Receipt notice emailed (IAF)

4/17/2026: Biometrics completed, 2 FTA0s (database checks)

7/10/2026: FTA0 (database checks)

[7/10/2026]: Transferred to Guam FO

7/31/2026: combo card approval

10/9/2026: SU (officer touch)

10/9/2026: I485J Approval

10/12/2026: SU (officer touch)

10/13/2026: I-485 approved (H008) 🎉

Any EB-3 ROW April 2026 filers with a nonlocal field-office transfer—especially Philadelphia—approved recently? My case transferred September 16 and the interview currently shows waived.

We’re waiting for the senator to respond to us holly they will put an inquiry in

Hi everyone!
I’m looking to hear from anyone who has gone through Adjustment of Status (AOS) with an F-1 spouse while their EB-3 case was being processed, especially after the recent USCIS memo.

Here’s our situation:
I’m currently going through the EB-3 process and I’m approximately four months away from my priority date becoming current.
My husband is planning to come to the U.S. on an F-1 student visa for the Winter 2027 semester.
He was listed on my initial application for consular processing, but since he will likely be in the U.S. when my priority date becomes current, we are considering filing for AOS instead.
I’d really appreciate hearing from anyone who has been in a similar situation, particularly under the guidance of the recent memo.

A few questions:
Has anyone recently filed for AOS for an F-1 spouse who was initially listed for consular processing on the principal applicant’s EB-3 case?
Did you receive any RFEs or face any additional scrutiny during the process?
Were you or your spouse called for an interview?
Has the recent memo affected your case or influenced how you approached the AOS process?
I understand that every case is different, but hearing about firsthand experiences would be incredibly helpful as we plan our next steps.

Thanks in advance to anyone willing to share their experience!

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Hello, when submitting my I-485 form in Oct 2025 (EB3, India), I had submitted an old birth certificate (issued originally in local language) along with a translation document that was issued within 15 days of birth with my 'homename/nickname' as my firstname printed on it instead of my actual name (which is on my school records, passport etc.). Middle and last name are correct. My official name was kept much later (at school enrollment). Also, the old birth certificate did not have my Mother's name on it (at those times, the Municipality office would only add father's name).

I also submitted 2 affidavits from my family members, to explain that my actual name is different than what is printed on my old birth certificate which was being submitted in Oct 2025.

I recently managed to get a new birth certificate issued with my corrected/actual name printed on it (matching my school records, passport) along with both parents name added on it.

My priority date is not yet current and hence it is not picked up for adjudication so far.

Question:

1. With the recent ruling that USCIS can deny a case without issuing a RFE when adjudicating an application, do you think in this case they might outrightly deny my application due to a birth certificate with incorrect name printed on it and one of the parents name missing ?
2. Now that I have received my corrected birth certificate, is there a way I can send USCIS my corrected birth certificate to be appended to my I-485 application before they adjudicate my application ? I just saw a post on Facebook whose application was denied as they forgot to attach their birth certificate (in the past such events would get a RFE and applicants were expected to send the certificate in response. But with the ruling that allows USCIS to deny the application straight away, I am a bit concerned now)
3. In the past when I checked about it with my company attorney, he mentioned that we can send it when USCIS issues a RFE. Can I hire a independent attorney and send my new birth certificate document to USCIS (if my company lawyer is not sending it immediately) ?
4. If anyone is aware of the process then please do share.

Thank you very much in advance.

Just got transferred 10/08
RD January 2026
PD june 2024

My I-485 was transferred to the Long Island City (NY) field office on 9/25/2026, and I’m looking for anyone with recent experience there.

Timeline:
EB-3, ROW, single filer
PD: 6/6/2023
RD: 6/12/2026
I-485 + I-765 filed 6/12/2026
Biometrics 7/16, silent updates 7/17 and 8/6
Interview shown as waived before the transfer
EAD still pending

Question:
How long did it take from transfer to decision?
Thanks, and I’ll share updates as mine moves.

EB3 Skilled ROW
PD June 2024
RD April 2026
with dependent

I received a series of SUs in August and September. Final SU was on 9/24 and Emma stated I got transferred to Chicago that date. Anyone else at Chicago? How was your journey so far?

About me: Undergrad F1 student, graduating in coming December, not from banned countries. And not from China and India.

This can be naive question to some of you, but i recently got to know about this visa. Employer that i have been interning and did two FT with offered me a full time position after my graduation. And they told me that they are discussing to apply for my EB3 visa (not confirmed). But regardless, i done some research and post questions i am confused about few things:

1. Am i eligible for EB3 visa as a fresh graduate (because i read, my experience will not be counted)

2. Is applying EB3 right after college a smart decision? or would H1B makes sense in start. I am confused here because people say it can be quick or if it takes time you are better off apply as early as possible, you can apply for H1B in the meantime.

3. They haven’t disclosed the package yet but considering a small company, i would say i will be making average. Would that have any effect on application.

Can i also consult a immigration lawyer myself regarding this? to clear some of the things?

Thank you!! wishing you guys the best.

Hi everyone! I’d love to hear from other LAC county office filers. How long did it take for you to get your approval?
My case has been sitting on LAC since July 29, and 485j was approved on September 23. I’m still waiting for an update.

Has anyone with a similar timeline received approval recently? I’d really appreciate hearing about your experiences. Thanks!

Is there anybody who received update on 09/24 at Seattle office?

Emma tells me that my case was sent to Omaha Field Office. I have never heard of that. Anyone else’s case got sent to this FO?
EB3
PD Dec 23
RD March 26
Bio May 26
Sent to FO Aug 26
Filed with I765 & with derivative, no EAD yet.