ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Need help w/ DS-3032
Does anyone have an example form of DS-3032? My father lives in Vietnam, do I fill out the form here in the US and send to him to sign it? Or is there another way? I want to be his choice of address and agent. Also what this line means: "Place case barcode strip here before mailing to the NVC"? My I-130's approved Feb 06, 13 and sent to NVC, but I haven't heard and rec'd any email from NVC yet. I just wanna prepare for next step, please help thanks-
visaoMaleVietnam2013-02-17 10:54:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC case #
Do they email the petioner NVC case # with the email you provided on I130 application or they send mail?
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-01 00:33:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC case #
How long after NOA2 do you get a NVC case #? NOA2 dated Feb. 6, 13, but haven't heard anything yet (passed 3 weeks already). Do they email you w/ case # or you get it in the mail? If they email, is it the email address you provided on your I-130 application? :wacko:
visaoMaleVietnam2013-02-28 00:48:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)should I wait more or call?
My NOA2 Feb. 6, 13 and haven't heard anything yet.
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-03 10:57:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)I-864

List your individual incomes for your current annual incomes, and put the total income number off your joint taxes for the tax questions.


Yes, list her income from what is on line 31 of her Schedule C. Provide a complete copy of your joint return(not transcript) with all forms, schedules, W-2s and 1099s.

Thanks Jay-Kay!
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-06 23:15:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)I-864

My wife and I filed joint tax returns. She (sponsor) and I (co-sponsor) for her Dad. How do we report income tax on item #25 form I-864 and item #13 on form I-864A? Can we report combine income on these 2 items or separate income?


Also my wife is self-employed (working for someone for commission as a manicurist). On her 1099-MISC, they reported $15,000 but on her Schedule C (Net profit from business), her net profit amount is only $14,000. So which amount I should write on her annual income? I think $14,000 right?

Thank you all my lovely visajourney familar :)
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-06 10:29:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)I-864
My wife and I filed joint tax returns. She (sponsor) and I (co-sponsor) for her Dad. How do we report income tax on item #25 form I-864 and item #13 on form I-864A? Can we report combine income on these 2 items or separate income?
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-06 08:23:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)I-864

On #13, your wife, the sponsor, puts her name there and 1 for number of intending immigrants. Her dad's information would be listed on line a. She signs and dates in it #14.

For #15, you print your name, put 1 for number of immigrants and sign and date it on #16. Your income will be combined with hers on her I-864 form.


Thank you dear :)
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-05 00:40:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)I-864
How do I answer ?'s # 13 and 15 on form I-864A? I'm not sure. Thank you for your help.
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-04 05:52:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)I-864

She has to fill out I-864 as the petitioner and you need to fill out I-864A as co-sponor.

Thank you! Which box do I check on form I-864A on item # 8? I think it'd be c, correct?
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-04 00:33:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)I-864
Hi all:

My wife petitioning for her Dad, I130. She doesn't have enough income, I want to be co-sponsor. Which forms I-864 to fill out? Does she fill out I-864? I fill out forms I-864A and I-864? or I just fill out form I-864A ONLY?
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-03 13:53:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Interview Scheduled =)
Congrats Sangita :thumbs:
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-06 23:18:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Another Rfe here
BOTH petitioner and beneficary must submit original/cert copy of birth cert and marriage cert to NVC? Or is it only the beneficary need to submit? This is regards to IR-5 (petitioning for parent). :wacko:
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-08 12:08:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)need help please DS3022

Yes, email form of DS3032 for many has been accepted without problem. Here is a link to the format of the DS3032: http://www.visajourn...il_DS-3032_form

When can you email DS-3032, once you get a case # from NVC, then send email?
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-08 12:16:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)AOS package

It was already established that the principal sponsor is a US citizen when the petition was approved since you have provided the proof when you sent in your petition.

Maybe wait until the next day when it shows in your bank account that the money has been taken out. In my case, they took the money the next day & the status in the payment portal still showed IN Process. But I did wait for a few more hours that day till it changed to PAID. Then I went to the Post office to mail off my AOS packet.

I didn't send proof of same residence for me & my spouse (co-sponsor). I don't think it is necessary. When I called NVC I asked if they reviewed my AOS & if everything was complete. The operator told me that unless a received a checklist I shouldn't worry about my AOS.

I followed what was recommended by VJ Wiki for my AOS Packet(s)

I-864 Cover Sheet with barcode
Your cover sheet
I-864 Signed & Dated
I-864A (Co-sponsor)
3 years Tax Return or Tax Transcript copies
Pay stubs from the most recent six months
Employment Letter
Proof of Citizenship ( Co-sponsor)


Thank you for your complete answers :)
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-09 17:17:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)AOS package
Hi everyone:

I paid AOS fee already today and still showing as in process. Do I have to wait until it says PAID in order to send AOS package to NVC?

Also both sponsor and co-sponsor need to provide copy proof of US citizenship right? or just co-sponsor?
And my wife and I live in the same address, I need to send proof of same residence, ie drivers license of both, or something that shows both names on same address? I've read somewhere but I'm overwhelmed with all the information I forget where I read it :) Sorry for this being repeated. Could someone please help me sending a list of what need to be sent w/ AOS package?

Thanks again all.
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-09 13:13:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Documents needed for interview
Is it a general list from interview letter or it's specified by specific case?
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-12 09:21:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Documents needed for interview
Hi everyone:

Do I have to send copies of all documents (AOS package, IV package, I-864, I-864A, pay stubs, employment letter, police cert, ect....)to the beneficiary in Vietnam for him to take to the interview? I thought I'm the one sending to NVC all required docs and NVC will review and complete my case at NVC then forward to Consulate. Will the interview letter tell me a list of docs to bring with you to the interview. Am I sending to my Dad the same thing I've submitted to NVC? Why this is being repeated? My case not complete yet, so no letter to see yet but I'm very confused of what to send to my Dad. Looks like another big express mail envelope going to Vietnam :wacko:
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-12 04:53:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)AOS

The case number has been assiged yesterday, and they also provided the IIN, When I checked to pay the AOS fee online, it shows: Payment Status not invoiced. ANd the $88 fee is not showing up yet. How long you think it takes? THanks

Mine on same day they entered it in system, was able to pay fee right away.

Edited by visao, 13 March 2013 - 08:58 AM.

visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-13 08:57:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC recieved case
AOS shows PAID today 03-13-13, and sent AOS package to NVC via certified mail today also. :dance: Please no RFE :thumbs:
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-13 12:51:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC recieved case

We also just find out that our case # is assigned :dance:

However, the operator could not accept the email address for some reason. Plus, they've wrong email address of petitioner in the system. So we'll call back to fix that later today

Congrats champi :thumbs:
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-11 18:35:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC recieved case

Visao- Where did you email them? What did you email them pls? If you don't mind sharing? My NOA2 is dated Feb 7, and NVC just told me they received our case today. Want to get this process moving. Thank you

I called NVC, they rec'd my case on Feb 19th, my case was approved on Feb 6th. I called them they said it takes 20 business days from Feb 19th, but they emailed me back the NVC case # sooner than the 20 business days. I emailed NVC at NVCInquiry@state.gov asking if they've rec'd my case from USCIS, give your uscis case #, petitioner's name and DOB, beneficiary's name and DOB in the email, ask them to email you back once the case's entered in the system and email you back the NVC case #.
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-11 13:25:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC recieved case

Hey Icede,
Weird, I saw similar date mismatch for our case too. For past 2 weeks, they kept telling us that they received our case on Feb 22nd. But last Friday and today, they told us that they received our case on 18th. I am not sure which date is correct. But either way, I'll be happy to just get a case #. We called this morning, no case # yet.

Mine too :) First time I called they said they rec'd it on Feb 18th, then 2nd time Feb 19th. Feb 18th was President's Day :wacko: Anyhow I'm happy I got my NVC case # by email cause I emailed them.

champi: You'll get it this week :thumbs:
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-11 09:31:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC recieved case

Congrats visao :). Yes you can send DS3032 email now. You can pay the fees by going to the link below.

https://ceac.state.g...ice/signon.aspx

Thanks champi :) Yours will be next week:) Do I have to pay AOS fee first before sending email of DS3032? Or both at the same time?
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-09 09:17:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC recieved case
I received 2 emails today: one for applicant and one for petitioner with case #. Email says I need to pay AOS fee. How do I pay through the website? Can i email the DS3032 now?
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-09 00:47:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC recieved case

Same for us too. They receievved it on Feb 22nd and still not in system. Same response, wait 20 business days. :(

Please let me know when you have a case # so I can call them. Thanks :)
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-07 20:16:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC recieved case
Called again today, they said they rec'd it on Feb. 19th, 13 and still not in system yet. Wait 20 business days. :wacko:
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-07 00:46:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC recieved case

It depends on how busy they are. Responding back with an email might actually take longer. The best would be to call them everyday. I hated calling them b/c for a good two weeks, I had to hear the same thing "No we haven't put it in the system yet. It will take 15-20 business days". Argh lol so annoying. But you're getting closer and you will get it soon. My case is complete so no more calling them. If you need help with anything, you can message me.


Thank you Sangita for your help :) I love this visajourney family :)
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-06 00:43:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC recieved case

Yes it does take about 20 business days. It could be less or more than that. I suggest you call NVC everyday. Before you know it, you will get it. At NVC, you have to always call them to get information on your case whether it be about your DS-3032, AOS and/or IV Packets. Best of luck :)

Thank you for your advice :) I also emailed them. How long to get a response back?
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-05 05:41:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC recieved case
Hi everyone:

I called NVC today, they have recieved my case on 02/18/13, my NOA2 02/06/13. The op. said allow 20 business days from date recieved for them to enter in the system. Still no case # yet. Is it true or do I keep calling everyday??? Anyone experiencing same issue? :wacko:
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-05 00:46:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Interview notified by mail or email?

Good Morning all:

I'd like to know if NVC schedule interview date and notify the petitioner (choice of agent) by mail or email. This is for Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Consulate.

Also in Vietnam, do you pick up your Visa in person or do they send it to your home address?

Reason I'm asking because they mis-spelled my father-in-law's address in Vietnam. Should I be worried and notify NVC about this or if they deal with email interview date/pick up Visa in person, I should just ignore it.

Thanks everyone and have a nice day :)

I went ahead and emailed NVC for address correction just in case :)
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-13 08:52:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Interview notified by mail or email?

I have read multiple times that in Vietnam they send the passport with visa to your fiancee house. I am not at that stage yet, but I have not seen any other response/option for Vietnam from my research so far.

My fiancee she used to pick up her K1-Visa at HCM Consulate since she lived in another city. This was 2008, I don't know now.
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-12 18:08:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Interview notified by mail or email?

NVC will notify both the petitioner & beneficiary (applicant) by E-mail about the interview schedule. Posted Image

Thanks let-it-be!

How about picking up your Visa? In Phillipines they mail to applican't house? I think in Vietnam you pick it up in person, I'm not sure?
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-11 11:40:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Interview notified by mail or email?
Good Morning all:

I'd like to know if NVC schedule interview date and notify the petitioner (choice of agent) by mail or email. This is for Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Consulate.

Also in Vietnam, do you pick up your Visa in person or do they send it to your home address?

Reason I'm asking because they mis-spelled my father-in-law's address in Vietnam. Should I be worried and notify NVC about this or if they deal with email interview date/pick up Visa in person, I should just ignore it.

Thanks everyone and have a nice day :)
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-11 09:27:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)AOS sent certified mail
My package arrived @ NVC today. :thumbs:
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-18 10:21:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)AOS sent certified mail
Thank you all for your responses :) I hope it's Monday :thumbs:
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-17 12:02:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)AOS sent certified mail

I don't think you have much to worry about. I sent by certified mail too and received my texts 3 weeks later

What do you mean "texts"?
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-16 16:43:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)AOS sent certified mail
Hi all:

I sent AOS package to NVC via certified mail and it arrived @ NVC on a Saturday. I tracked usps it said business closed saturday and left notice there. I'm wondering if NVC responds to notice by filling out form for redelivery or NVC will pick it up ( I doubted). Has this happened to anyone, how did it turn out? Is package coming back to me if NVC not responding to usps notice within 15 days? I'm very worried now :wacko: I should have sent just first class or over night, should have not sent certified mail. :help:
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-16 15:57:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC accepted DS-3032?

Posted Image Don't panic! they are getting ready to invoice it? you should see it in couple days.

Thanks dear :) I got invoice bill today :dance:
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-20 17:21:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC accepted DS-3032?
I checked payment portal: AOS showed as paid and listed petitioner's name, but IV fee shows nothing and does not list principal applicant's name and fee amount. I've seen it listed principal applicant previously but now not shown anything. They already rec'd DS-3032, but no bill invoice yet...What's going on here :wacko:
visaoMaleVietnam2013-03-20 13:11:00