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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reportsaugust filers

Are we the only ones in Aug. still upset about being put on hold? Almost 1/2 of Sept being approved and I was even told they are working on Aug. 16th.!! right!!! And it is more like 6 months and not 5 months..hmmm. on my calendar 6 months from Sept is March! but maybe mine is wrong.. Just sick of constantly being passed by and sick of hearing oh it is still being processed when last time touched was 9/1! Why the lies just be honest and tell us what is going on..This is like a big nightmare waiting day after day! Some of the horror stories on here are scary.. how can they treat us like this..? Maybe they should of cashed our checks when they got done working on us not before..tired of being at their mercy! Am I alone?


Awww, you are def. not alone. *hugs. Hopefully we will all hear something....soon.
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-07 22:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsStill no NOA2!!!!

Just wanted to let you guys know finally after over 6 months we got our approval. I just got an email about an hour ago. Happy Valentines Day!



:)
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-15 10:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsOne Minute for Us, Please

Hello. Hope all of you are doing good. Today, it is another day when my tears fall down again coz i miss him so much. Our processing time take longer than normal as you could see from my timeline. Guy, would you please take a bow for one minute to make a pray for us so our case will be going smoothly and faster?. Thank you in advance.


I will most definitely pray for you! *hugs* It will come soon, don't worry :)
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-14 22:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsValentines Approval???
Wootz! We just got approved at 9 pm!!! :D
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-14 22:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsVSC 's response to congressman inquiry

"Call back in 30 days!"

The congressman office called VSC today to inquire about my case because I reached the myth of those 5 months and they got exactly the same thing as everybody else .... NOTHING !


From my recent experience, Congressmen do nothing. I have learned that you have to be patient.....And yes, I am sure you have heard that before. The first day I woke up and didn't check the USCIS website and didn't think about our visa, I opened up my email before bed that night and there our approval was - 6 months and 8 days after our NOA1.

Your time will come *hugs
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-17 00:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsBEST VALENTINES EVER!!!

thanks! oh i see...have u called NVC already? do u have ur case number?


I called on friday and they gave me our case number :). Wish you all the best!!
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-19 21:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsBEST VALENTINES EVER!!!

just wanna ask guys, was it stated in your NOA2 that it was forwarded to the listed consulate? i am wondrin' if u receive the same thing like ours, we received NOA2 dated feb14 as well....


It did, yes. But it was incorrect for us because we don't have anything to do with the Consulate in Toronto, just Montreal.


Congrats to you!!! :)
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-19 20:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsBEST VALENTINES EVER!!!

That's awesome, congratulations!


Thank-you :)
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-15 10:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsBEST VALENTINES EVER!!!
Thank-you!!!! :)
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-15 10:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsBEST VALENTINES EVER!!!

Yep got my Valentines gift 2 hehe ,, I was at work when my message got through but i wasn't sure what it was until i read my mail and posted here Posted Image



*high five* Congrats to you!! :)
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-14 23:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsBEST VALENTINES EVER!!!

Awesome Possum!!! Congratulations!! That's gotta be one heckova Valentine's Day!

From this point on, you're on easy street! :)


Thank-you!! :)
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-14 22:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsBEST VALENTINES EVER!!!
God is sooo Good! :) I just signed into my email account and there it was, OUR NOA2! Vermont, I still don't like you... But thanks :D

Stay strong everyone!!! Thank-you all for your awesome support!!! *hugs

Now for NVC >.<
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-14 22:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsPassport for Packet 3

IMO/E, lawyers are not so useful.

READING is useful, however.

Join my 'Be A Reader' Campaign™, here?

Purty Please?


Lol, I will get back to you on that >.<
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-19 22:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsPassport for Packet 3

need passport by interview day.
VISA to enter the country (K-2 visa, btw) is glued into the PASSPORT.
Hurry Hurry !



oh - sorry. you're warned now - will that help?


Witty... nice :)
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-19 22:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsPassport for Packet 3

I didn't know that a child didn't need a passport to cross by land into the US. Do you know what age that changes? My daughter and grand daughter will be coming to visit me at some point. Daughter has had a passport for years and renewed. It would be great if she didn't have to get one for my grand daughter right away :-)


Hey JeannieL,

Here is the link that states that children under 15 traveling by land to the U.S only need proof of their Canadian Citizenship as well as the other appropriate travel info (parental consent etc.) >.<

http://www.cbsa-asfc.../ls-tm-eng.html

Edited by TheFantastics09, 19 February 2011 - 09:29 PM.

TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-19 21:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsPassport for Packet 3

His "visa" will be glued to a page in his passport. He needs a passport now but didn't need one at the time the petition was filed.


Thank-You. :D

Now I am frustrated because I wish I had known that he would have needed it eventually (i.e I should have been warned at the beginning of the process...) *sigh

*crossing my fingers that the expedite goes well*
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-19 20:52:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsPassport for Packet 3

he needs a passport...


Thanks.....
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-19 20:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsPassport for Packet 3
Hey there!

My Lawyer said in an email that my son HAS to have a passport (a copy of it) for the P3. Now consindering we are Canadian, I didn't bother obtaining one for my child because he can cross the border (on land) without a passport. All he needs is his Birth Certificate and a copy of his custody documents (I have sole custody). Is this correct? I am slightly confused because at the very beginning of the K-1 process, my Lawyer asked for a copy of my childs passport only if he had one and if he doesn't, then we shouldn't worry. If anything, it would make more sense for him to need a passport for the actual interview, that way they can put the visa in it for him.

All opinions/answers would be greatly appreciated.

Thank-you :)

Edited by TheFantastics09, 19 February 2011 - 08:24 PM.

TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-19 20:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsService Request Sent to VDC

Wow, that is awesome that they let you put in a service request. I was over 6 months and I had to request Tier 2 and then I still had to beg/plea for a service request. That was a week ago...still nothing. :whistle:


Hey, we have the same touch date :). Too bad it was my only one *blows raspberry*
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-14 12:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsHappy Dance
Awww, that is awesome!!! Congrats! Keep us updated with the Montreal wait times?? >.<
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-01 16:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsGot noa2 today

Words can't say how happy and blessed I feel. Today the USCIS website said the noa2 is approved and the letter will be coming in the mail.

I know its still along journey left to go but does anyone have any sugestions how long the wait might be from here? Will the medical exam and interview be coming up fairly soon now?

Wow I am stoked my heart goes out to all that are waiting :)


yay!!! :)
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-03-15 11:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsVisa Approved

The last few days has been a test on our faith and relationship but the Lord we serve has done it again. I will implore anyone on this K-1 process should exercise patience and just continue reading VJ. I never posted anything on here but I sure made VJ my homepage and RSS the K1 forum.

I'm so happy. This is the best birthday present ever.



P.S I will update with the questions later, too happy right now


Congrats to you and yours!!!! :)
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-03-23 15:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsVISA APPROVED!!!!

Just wanted to let everyone know that on this sunny, slightly fall day in Chile that my Vinko and I were approved for his K-1 visa today in Santiago!! I will be sure to tell the details soon of the interview at the Embassy...but I have to catch a plane back to the states, first..... :angry: But, I am telling you, I literally did the happy dance of joy at the interview window at the embassy! Hoping to have Vinko with me in at least one month...thank you to everyone on VisaJourney for your support, don´t know what I would of done without this. Now on to getting married and adjusting status!!! :dance:


Yay!!!!! >.<
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-03-23 15:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsI129F APPROVED!!!
Congratulations!!!! >.<
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-03-28 18:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsAPPROVED!!!!!!!!!
Congratulations!!!!! >.<
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-03-31 00:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsExactly 6 months yesterday, no word from USCIS (NOA2)....

I am not trying to be mean or anything but you should have done your homework in regards to which visa process would fit your needs. You cannot believe or trust lawyers they just tell you whant you want to hear as for calling USCIS that person you spoke to is getting you the run around. When my brother filed for his wife he had a lawyer and when the lawyer was bs him around I was was able to call and get info about the case.


No, I don't think you are being mean at all. But the internet can be just as bad as a lawyer (no offense). I have heard so many different stories etc and it is hard to pick the truth from the #######. Two, the ACTUAL immigration sites (i.e USCIS) have very generic information and doesn't answer all of the questions that one might have. So although a website like Visa Journey might have a lot of honest people with accurate information to filling out paperwork, they may or may not have answers to the more complicated questions (like how custody relates to immigration). At least with paying a lawyer, if he screws my paperwork up, I get my money back and I can ask for someone higher up to assist (i.e a judge or congressmen/women). If I get the wrong information from here, sending a nasty email won't suffice.. :/

Edited by TheFantastics09, 07 February 2011 - 10:44 PM.

TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-07 22:42:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsExactly 6 months yesterday, no word from USCIS (NOA2)....

I completely understand your frustration, but to be a bit fair to your lawyer, I don't think his intentions were to lie to you. I'm using a lawyer as well (she is a close family friend so I'm not paying her and she has my best intentions at heart) and she also told me that the K1 should not take more than 6 months. I think there has been a drastic difference in processing times within a very short period of time. Of course the lawyer wanted your case and money, but I don't think they are genuinely trying to hustle you. Even if they had told you it would take more time, would you not go through with the process? Look at the bright side, you are very very close to getting the NOA 2. I'm sorry for your case and I really hope you get the NOA 2 in the mail ASAP!


Thank-you. I will try and look at it from a different angle. It's just hard, you know? :'(
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-07 20:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsExactly 6 months yesterday, no word from USCIS (NOA2)....

Dont worry we reached our 6 months yesterday as well and still no word from USCIS. Even though we didnt use an attorney its all the same thing.. They just tell us to keep waiting which makes me very frustrated :bonk:


Hey, we have the same NOA1 date :). I hope you get yours soon!!
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-07 19:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsExactly 6 months yesterday, no word from USCIS (NOA2)....

Have you tried contacting youe Senator or Congressman/Woman. They have people working for them that take care of this stuff. Please do yourself a favor and contact them. Good luck, I feel your pain.


Thank-You!

I just got off the phone with the Congressman's office for our area, they are sending the appropriate release forms to my Fiancé for him to fill out. Hopefully we will hear a better answer by the end of the week.

You are not alone, my finance and I hired a lawyer and regret it too!!!
I found this site too late... oh well we live and learn, right!! :crying:
Ps Ours was $1800 :wacko:

We thought we needed one, because I was rejected 2 years ago (from a previous relationship)
for lack of ties to Canada and we were very ignorant to this whole process.

Good Luck!!!


Thank-You!! :)
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-07 12:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsExactly 6 months yesterday, no word from USCIS (NOA2)....

Wow, that's good business these lawyers are into. I'm sure they come on this site to get info as well. I would consider the business opportunity.


Lol, I was told by border patrol that most immigration lawyers come to them for help :P
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-07 04:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsExactly 6 months yesterday, no word from USCIS (NOA2)....
[quote name='ilovemybaby' timestamp='1297069140' post='4459891']
weather u call them or not..they gonna process ur petition... i got my NOA2 2days before my 7months :) VERMONT.. so calmdown..:)


I appreciate your comment... Thank-you :)
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-07 04:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsExactly 6 months yesterday, no word from USCIS (NOA2)....
[quote name='ilovemybaby' timestamp='1297069140' post='4459891']
weather u call them or not..they gonna process ur petition... i got my NOA2 2days before my 7months :) VERMONT.. so calmdown..:)


I appreciate your comment... Thank-you :)
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-07 04:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsExactly 6 months yesterday, no word from USCIS (NOA2)....

My Attourney charged $1,500.00 to do the paperwork for me. What did your Attourney Charge ? LOL


Hmmm, I think around the same... The whole fee includes the AOS paperwork etc. So he hasn't received the rest of the payment....yet :/.

Edited by TheFantastics09, 07 February 2011 - 03:59 AM.

TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-07 03:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsExactly 6 months yesterday, no word from USCIS (NOA2)....

Sorry to hear that. If only you had been familiar with VJ you wouldn't have needed a lawyer. Your lawyer pretty much hustled you.


You would think that someone who has been on the news (for positive things of course :P) and everyone talks about him wouldn't be such a rip-off.

And yeah, we wish we came here first.
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-07 03:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsExactly 6 months yesterday, no word from USCIS (NOA2)....

https://egov.uscis.gov/cris/processTimesDisplayInit.do

Yes, it's different.


Ah, thank-you. So it would seem that the last time our file was 'touched' was 10/03/2010. *sigh

Edited by TheFantastics09, 07 February 2011 - 03:52 AM.

TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-07 03:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsExactly 6 months yesterday, no word from USCIS (NOA2)....

Have you created an Account with USCIS yet? Your NOA1 has a receipt number. Create a Account with a User ID and Password. It will tell you the Date USCIS last looked at your Petition.

TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-07 03:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsExactly 6 months yesterday, no word from USCIS (NOA2)....

What exactly did your lawyer lie about? If it has delayed this long and your lawyer lied, there is a possibility the delay was from a fault of his. Call the USCIS and request a Tier 2 representative to get the details or an answer.


He was dishonest about the K-1 process as a whole. He did not tell us that there could be a possibility of us not getting the ACTUAL visa in under a year. He did NOT tell us that we were JUST filing a petition and that we were NO WHERE NEAR getting married and AOS. After he received the first payment was when we found out that the 90-120 day wait period to get our "K-1" visa now had a wait time of 5 months "give or take". Where was this possibility before? He failed to disclose vital information about both the K-1 and K-3. I honestly felt that he pushed the K-1 route because he knew he could make more money off of us. We also did not know about NVC, or that there are also wait times at the consulates where the interview is held. Whether the interview wait time is 1 day or 6 months is irrelevant, we just wanted to know what to expect....

We were very misinformed... :(

-End Rant.

Edited by TheFantastics09, 07 February 2011 - 03:20 AM.

TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-07 03:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsExactly 6 months yesterday, no word from USCIS (NOA2)....

i saw some post last that they are approvals july filers, so hope that yours is coming up soon,


Thank-you! We do too... :(
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-07 03:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsExactly 6 months yesterday, no word from USCIS (NOA2)....

The only tip I have for you is to ask for a tier 2 person,asking for a supervisor, when you try to call the (dis)service line, as you probably know by know the first human you talk to is nothing better then a trained monkey, even though that's kind of an insult to trained monkeys.
Were you able to put in a service request since you are beyond the normal processing time?

And of course you are allowed to call them yourself.

I really hope you get through USCIS soon!

Good Luck!


Thank-you!

When we called USCIS at the 5 1/2 mark, they claimed that it was in normal processing time and that we should call back in 2 weeks (which is exactly 6 months). I will mention to my Fiancé about speaking to someone higher up the food chain.

Edited by TheFantastics09, 07 February 2011 - 03:07 AM.

TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-07 03:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsExactly 6 months yesterday, no word from USCIS (NOA2)....
Hey Everyone,

It has been 6 months (yesterday) since we received our NOA1. Still nothing, no word from USCIS. Obviously I am very upset with my lawyer for lying about the whole process in the first place, but I will save my rant for another post. If we have a lawyer, does that mean we can't speak to USCIS ourselves? When we called last time they gave us a run around and I am wondering if that was because we have a lawyer doing the paperwork and they can only speak to him. If we can talk on our behalf, who do we talk to? Those drones (USCIS)are of no use!

Please, no rude comments about this being a self help site... We are beginning to get frustrated and could really use some (positive) advice.

Thank-you.
TheFantastics09FemaleCanada2011-02-07 02:00:00