Hi all,
Filed AOS for marriage in Oct 19, have been on valid work visa status in the US for many years. Have traveled twice since (for work and a funeral) while 485 was pending, always on emergency AP.
In March, I needed to leave again (family emergency), but my emergency AP appointment was cancelled as that was the same day all USCIS offices closed due to COVID. Postponed my flight twice in order to get an emergency appointment, but USCIS were in shambles. They finally got back to me when I was boarding my flight... I was flying to a country that was closing its borders, and I had no choice but to leave.
I presumed this meant my case was abandoned, and I've been struggling to figure out my next move. My work, marriage, medical care...everything depends on this green card. My husband is abroad with me right now, but has to return to US soon when the lockdown ends.
Today, I received notice from the USCIS that my case is ready to be scheduled for an interview. I still have a valid work visa (O-1) until June. What are the odds that I can re-enter on my valid O-1, and not have my case cancelled/denied due to me leaving the US?
I imagine it's pretty unlikely, but I figured I might as well inquire to see if anyone has experienced this.
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