I was a renewal . and well i had picked up some challenges, though not my fault challenging .

So i had verifiable organizations and verifiable good american friends with solid jobs
who knew me for a long time write support and character reference letters with my renewal .
I also had an immigration organization help me file.They suggested i write a hell of a declaration with my application to explain. I am glad i listened.

My advice , it never hurts to try. I thank God for his mercy.I was terrified to reapply but i am glad i did.

Sent- 10/29/2015
Receipt rcvd- 11/03/2015
Biometric- 11/23/2015
Approved-01/15/2016
EAD Card Rcvd- 01/25/2016