USCIS I-130: Stuck in limbo for 5 months, no status change. Need advice!

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Ugh, I feel your pain! I've been stuck in the same boat for almost a year now. USCIS is notorious for these delays. Have you tried submitting an inquiry through their online system? Sometimes that can help move things along.

Hey, I found a way to actually get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/eSz742AOvHc

Pro tip: If you're having trouble understanding them on the phone, ask if they can email you a summary of the call. Most agents are willing to do this, and it helps a lot if English isn't your first language.

Have you considered reaching out to your local congressperson's office? They often have liaisons who can inquire about immigration cases. It's free and sometimes speeds things up!

USCIS IS A JOKE! 🤡 I've been waiting for TWO YEARS on my case. The whole system needs an overhaul. Good luck, OP, you're gonna need it.

Here's what I've learned from my experience and research on I-130 processing: 1. Processing times vary wildly depending on your specific case and which service center is handling it. 2. If your case is outside normal processing times, you can submit a case inquiry. 3. Make sure all your documents are in order and up to date. 4. Consider expedite requests if you meet the criteria (financial loss, emergency, etc.) 5. Keep your address updated with USCIS at all times. 6. Check for RFEs (Request for Evidence) regularly, as missing these can delay your case. 7. If all else fails, consider reaching out to the USCIS Ombudsman. Hang in there, OP. The process is frustrating, but it will eventually move forward!

lol welcome to the wonderful world of US immigration 🎢 where everything's made up and the processing times don't matter

Have you tried checking your case status online? Sometimes there are updates there that they don't tell you about on the phone.

Unpopular opinion: maybe we should all just chill and be patient? The immigration system is overwhelmed, and getting angry won't make it go faster. 🤷‍♂️

I'm going through something similar with my I-130 case. One thing that helped me was calling early in the morning (around 8 AM EST) when the phone lines open - I usually get through faster then. Also, if you have trouble with English on the phone, you can request a translator during the call. They're required to provide one for free. Don't give up! I know it's frustrating but keep advocating for yourself. Have you tried checking if your case is within normal processing times on their website? That can give you a better idea of whether an inquiry is worth submitting.