ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
National Visa Center (Dept of State)STUCK @ NVC for AP
Well I received a letter yesterday from the NVC saying that my case had been sent to the Bangkok Embassy on May 5th. I had read that people had received letters like this only to call the NVC and find out that their case was still in Admin Review so I didn't take it seriously. However, I called the NVC today and when I finally got through the NVC representative also told me that my application left for the embassy on May 5th. I'm in disbelief because it's only been two weeks since the NVC received my application so I'm not sure if I believe him or not :blink: I think I will call again just to be sure before I celebrate :)

Mike
ArizonaMike74MaleThailand2010-05-11 16:52:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)STUCK @ NVC for AP

The duration has decreased in the past months as there have been fewer petitions... its not a manditory 30 days it just averaged 30 days for along time... best of luck... you should be on to the consulate in the next week or two


That's good to know - thanks for the info!

Mike
ArizonaMike74MaleThailand2010-05-10 23:33:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)STUCK @ NVC for AP

You should hear back from them before the end of the month. It is impossible to speed up an FBI background check... A senate or congressional inquiry will get a staus report, but can't move the process along any faster... they have been getting them done quicker this year as there has been a lighter load coming through...


You may be right and normally I would agree with you. However, in my experience so far with the USCIS and from what I've read here about the NVC, there seems to be a lot of shenanigans. It appears some people leave Admin Review after only a few weeks (and I thought the FBI check too mandatory 30 days), while some can spend 2-4 months in review. One gentleman here claimed that his was in review for three weeks and then left the day after he prompted his congressman to inquire about the status. It probably won't help but I'm fairly certain it won't hurt.

Mike
ArizonaMike74MaleThailand2010-05-10 15:17:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)STUCK @ NVC for AP
Thanks for the info and encouragement. I actually faxed a form to my congressman, Jeff Flake, yesterday. Up until this point I have avoided getting my congressman involved but I'm a little fed up (the USCIS sat on my application until the VERY LAST day of my five months - it's like they did it on purpose). I know it might not help but it can't hurt. If I don't get any updates I'll contact my Senators over the next couple of weeks.
ArizonaMike74MaleThailand2010-05-06 11:20:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)STUCK @ NVC for AP
Well I got more bad news today - after waiting the entire five months for them to approve my November petition - I emailed then called the NVC to find out the status of my application and I now have a BKK # but it is in "administrative review". After I read about Administrative Review I called the NVC back to confirm that I'd been pulled for security screening and the lady basically confirmed it.

I am obviously very upset but I'm hoping someone here can clarify for me since my searches yielded conflicting results. At least one thread said that they could still possibly mail the petition to the embassy, my fiancée could get packet 3, finish her interview, and then she would have to wait for the security checks to clear? Does the fact that I have a BKK number from the NVC help?

Mike
ArizonaMike74MaleThailand2010-05-04 20:33:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Police Report
Hello everyone,

Could anyone tell me the average time it takes to get a police report sent out? I requested it last Saturday. I know it will be different for almost everyone but if i could just get some feed back on how long it took others. Thanks a million!

Dermot

Hello everyone,

Could anyone tell me the average time it takes to get a police report sent out? I requested it last Saturday. I know it will be different for almost everyone but if i could just get some feed back on how long it took others. Thanks a million!

Dermot
cmbootheNot TellingIreland2006-11-15 22:48:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionDS-156
I sent off the forms today by post, the Embassy sent them to me. I didn't have to do it online.
cmbootheNot TellingIreland2006-11-08 18:38:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionDS-230
Thanks for the replys guys, its put my mind to rest. After waiting this long i didn't want to mess it up.

Dermot.
cmbootheNot TellingIreland2006-11-10 22:41:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionDS-230
Hi all,

I got the forms sent to me from the US Embassy here in Ireland with the DS-230 and DS-156 form in it, on the cover page it said " Frist send the DS-230 right away because nothing can be done until we receive this" But with the packet also had like a check list of things needed. My question is, do i send the DS-230 and wait for them to get back to me or get everything on the check list and and send them, i tried to call but there was no answer. Any help or information would be great. Thanks

Dermot
cmbootheNot TellingIreland2006-11-10 21:54:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionI- 134 affadavit of support and tax returns
How long do you know her? Because if you cant trust her what are you doing marring her? Your only 16 days into your journey for the Visa and you've already got stuff you dont trust her with. I'd rethink the situation before you go any further.
cmbootheNot TellingIreland2006-11-14 21:38:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionNOA2 to Interview
Hi Guys

Just a quick question, does anyone know if it has to be the Original NOA2 i need to bring to the interview or can it be a copy. I was posted a copy from Marie but she has the Original, will i need to get that sent to me? Thanks.

Dermot
cmbootheNot TellingIreland2006-11-20 23:24:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionPolice report
Hey Guys,

Just wondering how long the police report will take? I sent for mine last Saturday. I know it will be different for each person but in gengeral how long do you think it should take? I'm living in Ireland so anyone who has any idea please send it on, Thanks a million.

Dermot
cmbootheNot TellingIreland2006-11-16 00:37:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionInterview
Hi guys,

Just wondering the average wait time for the interview, i sent off the forms yesterday to say i have everything and am ready for the interview. What would be the wait time i should expect?

Dermot
cmbootheNot TellingIreland2006-11-30 21:40:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionPackey 4
Hello!

I recieved a letter today from the Embassy in Ireland with my interview date, at the bottom of the letter it say "Encl: Packet 4" But there was nothing in it, it was just a letter. So my Question is, is the letter packet 4 or will i recieve something else? Any info will be really helpful, sorry if this sounds lile a stupit question.

Dermot
cmbootheNot TellingIreland2006-12-23 12:47:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionInterview Next Week!
Hello everybody, i have my interview on Friday the 26th at 1pm. I was wondering if some people could look at the Check list of what i have just to make sure i have all thats needed, i'm really greatful you this.

Packet 4
Birth Cert/ Passport
DS 230 part 1 and 2, with two 2x2 photos
Police Cert
DS 156 and DS156K two copys of each with Two 2x2 photos
Medical Results with X-Ray
I-134 forms. proof of Support and income
Proof of Relationship (lots of it)
I-129F (CSC forms)
NOA 2 notice

My Interview is in Dublin, Ireland so anyone who can take a look at this just to see if thats all i need, i'd be really greatful. Thanks a million.
cmbootheNot TellingIreland2007-01-19 06:30:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionInterview
Hey guys,

I have my interview on friday in Dublin, Ireland and i was reading on the check list that they may need to take my passtport and it will be expressed mailed back t me. I have no problem with this, they can have it. The only thing is i will need it back by Wednesday as i'm going out of the country.

Does anyone know if they can do what they need to do the same day and give it back or do i just need to hope i have it back by Wednesday?

One more thing, Dublin give the Visa the same day right? Any help on this i would be really greatful. Thanks a million guys.

Dermot
cmbootheNot TellingIreland2007-01-24 15:51:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion156k irish emb. will not take hand written
I just went through this last week at the Irish embassy, i had mine typed out and the reason for this is all the other forms like the DS-230 and the 156, when you fill them out on line it goes right into the embassy computers so that you go there they just scan the barcode and all your info comes up. When i was there last friday i got my Visa that day, i'm now in the US. You can get it on the Dublin US embassy website but the best thing to do is go to Google and type USCIS and the forms you want and thay will allow you to type and print them.

Dermot
cmbootheNot TellingIreland2007-02-03 10:05:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionForms !!!
How are you? I'm from Ireland and got my Visa in December. I was really blessed and the whole thing took about 4 months for me! File all the paper at once in one packet. One tip i would give you is get the police report done now as that was the one thing that delayed me. Ant questions at all please post it and i'll look out for it. Whatever you do dont stress, it can take time will long waits but it will go through.

Dermot
cmbootheNot TellingIreland2007-04-23 18:57:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionHow long does it usually take before you get your interview date?
QUOTE (Dylan @ Jan 2 2008, 12:26 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
For the K3 checklist, you are not suppose to send it along with the DS-156. You only mail the checklist in AFTER you have obtain all the required items on it such as your police certificate and medical exam etc. I imagine it's the same as the K1, so I would not worry about that.

As for your interview date, what consulate are you being interviewed at? The time varies from consulate to consulate.

Remember, that because of the holidays they were closed for several days as well as other UK goverment agencies and services. I wouldn't be surprised if the checklist has only arrived to them now. I would allow at least two more weeks of processing before looking for your interview letter.

Good Luck.


It took about a month for us, and we did it over the holiday time. I know it seems like forever to wait, hang in there.
cmbootheNot TellingIreland2008-01-02 12:45:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionInterview Tomorrow. Checklist.
QUOTE (raymaga @ Jan 2 2008, 02:25 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Good luck for a successful interview. Don't forget to post your experience afterwards.



VERY IMPORTANT!!!!

Double check all the forms online for the latest versions. This is important because my fiance did this, but he met some girls at the embassy who relied on the packet that the embassy sent, and the forms were not accepted. Also, make sure you have 4 letters of intent in all, your original included with the first packet, his original included with the first packet, and updated one with a recent date from both you and from he.

If you can not find the forms online, then use what you have.

Good Luck!
cmbootheNot TellingIreland2008-01-02 12:54:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhats my best option??? K3? CR-1? other?
Thanks.

Ya, I realize it's a slow process usually. Sounds like the K3 may be our best option. If anyone else knows any more info regarding mexico, I'd appreciate it.
kmikeMaleMexico2008-07-02 12:48:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhats my best option??? K3? CR-1? other?
QUOTE
What is important to you... Cost, speed, ability for her to work, else?.. Once you make the list then it might be obvious which one best suits your need.

Her current possesion of a tourist visa or where you wed has absolutely no bearing on anything (easier or difficult), (slow or quick), (approved or denied)



Well, I guess to me speed is the most important. She does want to work eventually but I'm more worried about her moving here soon. Cost, again... I wouldn't mind spending money on a lawyer (or whatever) if thats going to insure we do things correctly and if it speeds things along.
kmikeMaleMexico2008-07-01 15:09:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWhats my best option??? K3? CR-1? other?
Hi, I'm new to all of this, and new to this forum.

Me and my wife were just married a few days ago. We dated for a couple years. She is from mexico, and I'm a US citizen and live in Arizona. She currently lives and works in Mexico. She has a tourist visa which allows her to enter the US, so we were married here in the US.

What is our best option? We want her to come live with me in the US legally. K3? CR-1? and why?

Is the process any easier since she has a tourist visa? or that we were wed in the US?

ANy help on this is very appreciated. thanks
kmikeMaleMexico2008-07-01 13:59:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresMedical question for US citizen and my Mexican wife
Thanks.
kmikeMaleMexico2008-07-07 12:14:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresMedical question for US citizen and my Mexican wife
I was just wondering if I (American Citizen) need to have any immunizations myself? Will I need any exam or just my wife?

What immunizations will she need? What medical conditions are they looking for?

We don't have any health problems as far as I know. I don't have ANY of my immunizations though. My parent's didn't believe in them.

thanks
kmikeMaleMexico2008-07-03 13:40:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAnyone else sick of waiting???

We use Skype with a web camera to see and talk with each other on a daily basis. That's been a complete life saver for us. On the weekends we keep it on for hours as I clean the house and make dinner and since he's 5 hours ahead of me, I get to watch him fall asleep. I recommend it to everyone who has a good internet connection.

We like to use ventrilo. It's often used for online gamers to gather and communicate as they play but servers are cheap and you can run your own, just the two of you. It's just audio, no video interface but it's a constant connection.



We're all in a lot of pain waiting. Sooo many 'if onlys'...

are group hugs inappropriate decorum? I could use one... either way, tight hugs from me to all who are without them. ^_^
Serena KleinFemaleUnited Kingdom2007-05-18 21:45:00
United KingdomPacket 3 and waiting!
We sent our Packet three prior to our Medical, which was sent off October 30th as we called Knightbridge to confirm. Still nothing logged into the system. We called the extortion line and were told they were extremely backlogged and it could be weeks before it's even logged in. I hate the not knowing.
MCIANFRANIFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-11-01 18:44:00
United KingdomVisa in Hand
Our interview is scheduled for December 11 and my fiancé would love to be home for Christmas. Can those of you who've recently interviewed give feedback on the length of time between the interview and visa in hand?
MCIANFRANIFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-11-20 20:21:00
United KingdomOctober DS-2001 Filers?
That is so sad. Let me know as soon as you get your date. I'm a few weeks behind you but I'll do the same. I'm thinking it will be after the 1st of the new year for us as well.
MCIANFRANIFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-11-04 18:54:00
United KingdomOctober DS-2001 Filers?
Just searching similar timelines and found someone who sent in packet 3 October 11, received packet 4 November 2, and got an interview date of December 12. My gosh how behind are they to already be scheduling so far out in December????????
MCIANFRANIFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-11-04 18:39:00
United KingdomOctober DS-2001 Filers?
DS-2001 filed October 11. I also waited 7 months for the NoA2. Just a waiting game I know. Just hard waiting for a letter that tells you how much longer you'll be waiting for the interview.
MCIANFRANIFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-11-01 20:19:00
United KingdomOctober DS-2001 Filers?
Our medical was completed and sent off October 30th. We called Knightbridge and got confirmation. I've been reading posts daily and I can't get a handle on how long the wait will be before we get an interview date. I'm hoping just a few weeks but I've read some have waited as much as 6 just to get a date. I realize everyone's case is unique but the not knowing is so frustrating. We've made calls to what others refer to as the extortion line, still nothing logged in but have been told they are very backlogged this month so it may be awhile. Waiting is the hardest part.
MCIANFRANIFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-11-01 18:26:00
United KingdomElora & Rob Update

Congratulations to Both of You.

I know the wait will be worthwhile.
We start our journey when I visit at christmas with a plan to be through the K1 side of the process ready for a Feb 14th 2014 wedding.

Very random question but does the Fox Soccer Channel show any Championship games?
Im a big Hull fan.

Thanks and congrats again


MCIANFRANIFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-12-19 21:08:00
ChinaK1 Visa P3 Shortcut
I used the shortcut last month and was fine. Our interview is December 11th.
MCIANFRANIFemaleUnited Kingdom2012-11-23 13:26:00