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IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureswhere to fill out DS260?????????????

Hi, I'm having a hard time finding the DS260 link to fill out the application.  After click on the DS260 link on the CEAC site I put in my case and invoice number, however I don't see any link that allows me to start the application. 

 

 

Under IV application it says NOT STARTED and can't click on it, but on the sample DS 260 is shows INCOMPLETE and could click on it. 

 

Is this the problem? then why? and how can I fix it?

 

somebody helpppp


jquanNot Telling02014-09-25 19:48:00
Middle East and North AfricaI must have fell and bumped my head :crying:
QUOTE (MarkNAshley @ Feb 19 2008, 12:28 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Both routes seem to take an exceptionally large amount of time. In our case, we did a K-1. We filed for it the beginning of March 2007 and my interview wasn't til Feb 6th 2008. The process in general is lengthy no matter the route....just be patient and know that eventually it all comes together.

Thanks for the moral support guys! VJ is like one loyal union.
Yes, I decided to send the 129F a week ago after pondering on whether I should send it or not. After reading stories about how it can actually slow down the I130, I walked around with the petition in my bag for about two weeks. Then I decided what have I got to lose, you just have to have FAITh things will work out. I hope sending the 129F for the K3 doesn's delay things. I don't want to pay the Extra grand to adjust status and also the delay in working, but I figured it can't be any worse then what I'm going through now. We'll manage with my income during the waiting period if he comes on the K3. Well, with all the phone cards, plane tickets (Yes, I'M GOING BACK TO NIGERIA MARCH 15TH!!!!Cant take the separation), miscellaneous expenses, how much worse could it be. We could spend the time bonding smile.gif))))

Thanks guys for the feedback!
MAO36FemaleNigeria2008-02-19 20:39:00
Middle East and North AfricaI must have fell and bumped my head :crying:
QUOTE (Olivia* @ Feb 18 2008, 01:50 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Ya ya ya. I don't want to hear it. We're in the same boat. Applied in June and no interview in site. Bleh. helpsmilie.gif


Yep, my point exactly-K1 is the way too go!
MAO36FemaleNigeria2008-02-18 01:56:00
Middle East and North AfricaI must have fell and bumped my head :crying:
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My husband and I considered waiting to get married and going the K1-fiancee visa route since we had heard the process was much quicker and smoother. Well... we were sooo in love and could not wait to marry one another as an expression of our love and passion for one another. That part is great.... but based on the CR1 & K3 timelines compared to K1's, there is no DOUBT it's the quicker visa. Folks have applied in October and have interviews scheduled for April???? That's crazy! Good for them but crazy for those who got married and were approved 6mths ago with no interview in site.
Why oh why didn't I listen to the counsel. "DONT MARRY ABROAD, THE K1 WILL GET HIM HERE FASTER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Another dumb move on my part!!!! DANG!!!! No approval or interview in SITE foe us.
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MAO36FemaleNigeria2008-02-18 01:41:00
Middle East and North AfricaAdministrative Processing in Lagos
Hello Mrs Balogun

I do know of a person who was in the exact same situation and then the CR1 finally moved along and an interview was scheduled.
This was successful only due to divine intervention. They were ready to deny them or put them back on AP under the CR1 but this person demanded a dual interview, traveled there 3x in a matter of 2 years. They granted the dual interview, interrogated the both of them for about an hour and scrutinized every piece of paper. This would of been another AP or denial situation since they will know the k3 is under AP. It all depends on why you're under AP. They were under AP for speculation of a fraudulent marriage. She had to come strong with a box full of documentation, bills in their names, phone records, about 100 letters from family & friends, photos of all the family even went to visit the village to take more photos. Tons of questions were asked of both of them to see if the info corresponded. This person spent 2 long years not to mention the expense of flying back & forth for interviews. This last interview finally nailed it! It all depends on what's going on with your case. She really had a box full of evidence the last time.
I hope everything works out for you. Be prepared to face the same situation on this interview since they will know its the same couple. try to overcome the issues this time around.

All the Best!
MAO36FemaleNigeria2008-06-02 20:50:00
Middle East and North AfricaFRUSTERATED AND DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO
Sounds like you two need take some serious time out to communicate with one another. Marriage is a serious & sacred vow and should not be taken lightly. How old are you guys?
MAO36FemaleNigeria2008-07-15 00:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsK1 Approved!!!!

k1 finally approved! I want to thank the Lord for strengthening us through this long process, and also, thank you VJ members for all your support! Glory be to the Most High God !



Yeah, congrats, please share the experience. What did they ask and what evidence did they take from you. And when did they say to expected your visa, was It a male or female consular?


Sureshot53Not TellingJamaica2013-10-11 20:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsK1 APPLICANTS are Not required to fill form DS-260.
They are sending out standard packet that was not updated. That is because it probably left the NVC before September 3rd.
Sureshot53Not TellingJamaica2013-09-12 10:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsK1 APPLICANTS are Not required to fill form DS-260.
DS-260 is required for everyone. Some embassies have not updated their information. NVC can give you the invoice number. Some state department employees do not know the correct information. In some cases the packet 3 has not been updated. Unless you already passed the NVC STAGE and had already submitted the DS-230 or was sent the P3 before 9/3. Your instruction will say DS-230. However if you are just now applying for the visa you will be required to do The new form online. (DS-260). Again yu can call NVC for invoice number if NVC RECEIVED YOUR CASE BEFORE SEPTEMBER.
Sureshot53Not TellingJamaica2013-09-11 13:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsDS-230 question
Immigrant Visas
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICANTS
Effective September 1, 2013, the DS-260, Online Immigrant Visa Application & Registration, and DS-261, Choice of Address and Agent will replace the paper-based DS-230, Application for Immigrant Visa and Alien Registration (parts I and II) and the DS-3032, Choice of Address and Agent. The DS-260 and DS-261 are fully integrated online electronic visa application forms used to collect the necessary application information from persons seeking immigrant visas. These online forms are completed and submitted online to the Department of State via the Internet through the Consular Electronic Applications Center (CEAC). The forms may be partially completed, saved online to finish, and submitted later; or the forms can be completed and submitted in a single session.

To determine if your petition began processing in time to join the program and to access Form DS-260, Online Immigrant Visa Application, and Form DS-261, Choice of Address and Agent, click Consular Electronic Application Center (CEAC) website. After logging in, follow the directions displayed noting the following:

If CEAC provides you with the option of completing a DS-260 (note it may be grayed-out because you have not paid your Immigrant Visa Fee), you are required to complete the DS-260.
If CEAC provides you with online payment information only, you are NOT required to complete the DS-260.
If your petition did not go through the NVC process (for example, you filed your petition overseas), your invoice ID number will be the principal applicants date of birth (YYYYMMDD).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - Review the DS-260 FAQs if you must complete the online DS-260 form.

If you have questions or need assistance, please click Online Immigrant Visa Forms or contact the NVC.

Immigrant and Fiance(e) Visa applicants with previously scheduled appointments and who were affected by the recent inclement weather are encouraged to follow the recommended action outlined below:

If you were unable to reschedule your appointment and/or arrive at the U.S. Embassy on August 19, 20 & 22, please contact our visa information service at 02-982-5555 or 02-902-8930 to schedule an appointment for a date that matches your availability. The Visa Information and Appointment Service is open Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Manila time), except on Philippine and U.S. holidays. Please have your case number, passport number, and passport expiry date for each applicant (principal applicant and derivative family members) ready when requesting for a visa appointment, even if you already provided this information at an earlier date.

Welcome to the Immigrant Visa Unit Homepage

You should be able to find answers to many of your questions about the immigrant visa process on this website. If you are interested in filing a petition for a fiancé (e) or family member, please see the Who can apply for an Immigrant Visa and see what steps you need to take to begin this process. If you have already filed a petition or have had a petition filed for you, and your case is current, please see the Immigrant Visa Appointment section on the left side of this page. If you have questions about a specific case, or after reviewing this information have other questions, please contact the Immigrant Visa Unit by fax, e-mail, or mail.

Notice to K Visa Applicants

The Immigrant Visa Unit only accepts K visa applicants (K1, K2, K3, and K4) who have completed DS-156, DS-156K (for K1 applicants only), DS-157, and DS-230 application forms. Application forms are available at http://manila.usemba...v/wwwh3224.html and should be completed in advance of the appointment. Any K applicant without completed application forms who appears for an interview will be referred to nearby internet cafés to complete the application forms. For your convenience, applicants who can complete the forms and return to the Embassy by 10:00 am will still be interviewed that same day. Applicants who cannot or choose not to return to the Embassy with the completed forms by 10:00 am will be advised to reschedule the interview by visiting the online appointment website at http://www.ustraveldocs.com/ph or by calling the Call Center at (632) 982-5555 or (632) 902-8930.























Sureshot53Not TellingJamaica2013-09-08 14:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril Filers 2013 K1
My time To be stuck in AP at NVC. They tell me there is no timeframe. Really!!
Sureshot53Not TellingJamaica2013-09-14 13:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril Filers 2013 K1
Same here, waited six weeks for TSC to send to NVC, they sent n 9/4, NVC received on 9/6 and gave me my case number, invoice number and beneficiary ID# that night (9/6). Now waiting for it to be sent to embassy. I already went online and completed DS-260 and DS-261.
Sureshot53Not TellingJamaica2013-09-09 16:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril Filers 2013 K1
So after waiting six weeks to have my case sent to NVC. Finally on 9/4 I received email that the case was sent on 9/4, then I called NVC on 9/6 at 10 PM and was told they received the case today. I also received my case number, my invoice number and the beneficiary ID. I wonder if writing to the director produced these results for me.
You will need the invoice number for the new DS260 application. No more DS230!!!!!!

Lets see how long it takes to get the file to the embassy.



Sureshot53Not TellingJamaica2013-09-06 21:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril Filers 2013 K1
Did you call or write
Sureshot53Not TellingJamaica2013-08-23 11:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril Filers 2013 K1

I was told by a Tier 2 at USCIS that the Petitions are not sent in Batches. When I asked her to please tell me the physical location of my Petition , I was told that they could not access that information at this time. She was rude to say the least. That is why I wrote my Congressman, their answers make no logical sense.





None of it makes sense. They treat us like we have no rights as citizens. Why can they not tell us where our file is. I have the NVC, NSC AND VSC DOING A search for my file and no one can tell me where it is.




Sureshot53Not TellingJamaica2013-08-23 11:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril Filers 2013 K1
How can they ship a file that approved on August 16, but not those approved in July. Makes absolutely no sense. Once a file has been approved what else needs to be done with that file but ship the damn thing.
Sureshot53Not TellingJamaica2013-08-23 09:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril Filers 2013 K1
Looks like all the problem are with the VSC TO TSC 7/10 transfers
Sureshot53Not TellingJamaica2013-08-23 09:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril Filers 2013 K1
Exactly 1 month today since approval and my case is still not yet sent to NVC. ANYONE ELSE OUT THERE WITH THE SAME ISSUE?
Sureshot53Not TellingJamaica2013-08-23 09:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril Filers 2013 K1
Anyone got sent to NVC TODAY?
Sureshot53Not TellingJamaica2013-08-21 15:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril Filers 2013 K1
That is strange because I thought I wold have had my case transferred on Thursday as well since we got approved on the same day but I was so wrong.
Sureshot53Not TellingJamaica2013-08-19 16:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril Filers 2013 K1
His karma, when did you get email from uscis that your case was sent o NVC?
Sureshot53Not TellingJamaica2013-08-19 13:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril Filers 2013 K1
So they take 2 weeks to adjudicate the case at TSC and more than 3 weeks to mail to NVC. WOW!!!!!!!!!
Sureshot53Not TellingJamaica2013-08-15 17:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril Filers 2013 K1
Nothing they do makes sense. People getting approved after you getting through much faster. Has nothing to do with each case being different. If you are approved there is no reason someone being approved after should be getting sent to NVC before you. It makes me sick when I see this.
Sureshot53Not TellingJamaica2013-08-15 16:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril Filers 2013 K1
Congrats guys!!!! To mine on 7/24.. Next week I'm gonna start bugging them for my nvc number. We should all do that. Strength in numbers.
Sureshot53Not TellingJamaica2013-07-28 17:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril Filers 2013 K1
Seems like those of us constantly checking are the ones being passed over. Lol
Sureshot53Not TellingJamaica2013-07-24 14:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril Filers 2013 K1
I am 13 what # are u
Sureshot53Not TellingJamaica2013-07-24 14:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril Filers 2013 K1
Really don't understand what they are doing. I checked 10 cases before mine and 20 after and everything around my cases except for the 7 after mine was approved or rife. July 18 o 22. Don no why the seven cases including mine are being overlooked. I'm sure we don't all have difficult cases. This is crazy.
Sureshot53Not TellingJamaica2013-07-23 09:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril Filers 2013 K1
I guess we should also remember that there are many other cases out there who are not members on VJ. So we must take that into account.
Sureshot53Not TellingJamaica2013-07-22 12:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril Filers 2013 K1

Hi Fellow April Filers. My file was received in Texas April 1, 2013. I have yet to receive my NOA1. I am hoping for no delays, fingers crossed. It will be sent to Vermont and my interview will be in Montreal. As you file, please join this thread. Can't wait to follow all your timelines.




Hi there, I am April 11, 2013. I hate this waiting game, I just saw someone approved who was a March filer. Wishful thinking tells me that next month would be for us, but I bet that's just what it is, wishful thinking. Don't understand how they work.



Sureshot53Not TellingJamaica2013-06-22 15:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsJuly 24th approval-any NVC notice yet?
Did anyone wo received NOA2 ON July 24th got their case moved TO the NVC as yet?
Sureshot53Not TellingJamaica2013-08-05 11:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsVisa Approved

CONGRATS!kicking.gif


BenedictionMalePhilippines2013-10-07 16:03:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsTomorrow interview............ cant sleep

You will do fine, don't forget to keep us updated about what is going on!  Good luck in everything and hope it all went or goes well!!!!


BenedictionMalePhilippines2013-10-15 15:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsPetition sent to NVC

Good luck, I hope it doesn't require you to wait 2 months like some embassy swaps do.  I know how the wait can be.


BenedictionMalePhilippines2013-11-20 17:07:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresdenial questions
Muliple reasons:

Lack of Evidence
Lack of Financial Support
Lack of a "Bona Fide" relationship

my thoughts to you would be follow the advice of your fellow VJers, study the FAQ's and provide what the embassy requests which you can find out online, and you should be fine.

Good luck in your journey!!!
:thumbs:
BenedictionMalePhilippines2012-12-19 21:02:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864: Living Abroad -- catching up on backed taxes -- which forms?
You technically only need one year worth of taxes for the i-864. It states as such on the form. The other 2 years are just supplemental, but not necessary if you can actually show proof of meeting the poverty guidelines based on a current job(which is an absolute necessity).

Make sure to file for your own purposes of filing so that you cannot get in trouble legally, but as stated for immigration purposes only one year.

Good luck on your journey.
BenedictionMalePhilippines2013-01-16 20:41:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPlease anyone could help me if my husband and me would have a chanceto be approve for CR-1 VISA if he is a convicted sex offender 20 years ago ?

Sorry to hear, but am praying for you both. 

 

Remember Proverbs 3:5-6


BenedictionMalePhilippines2013-10-04 11:08:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHI I have questions in properly Filing an I-130mpetition for my Filipina wife

I would highly advise you that anything with a signature be an original and you maintain the copy.  Though signatures can be obtained electronically now, the most advisable and undeniable thing to do is send the original and maintain a copy.  You can always get the signature from a friend again if you forsay needed it. 


BenedictionMalePhilippines2013-10-18 16:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsIssued!

Congrats!  Its so painful that they tell us nothing isn't it?

 

In limbo here also 1 month since 601 waiver approved...and we get no info...just that they have the approval at the embassy and are processing and will contact us...thank you for your patience...keep up the good work being patient...cause we dont know how long you will need to stay patient......haha..as if it was my choice....

I am on AP since after the interview and asked some civil docs and send my updated passport.  And also on my 221g are the questions for my husband to answer in letter which were all wrong.  She asked why my husband why he visited me once and married me on his first visit. (which is wrong and why he has not visited the applicant in 1.5 year. He visited me 5 times in one year)  How could they decide to put me on AP without looking at the evidence i submitted to them and my answers to them.  She asked me when did we first met and she was not happy about my answer and she snapped and told me to sit down again and she will call me again.  And she called me again and continued to ask me questions and then handed me the 221g white form.  Then she asked me to stay again and then I was called  and interviewed in a room by a thai officer and in English. Then I went home.  I checked my status and it was updated many times, the last was June 1, 2014.  My husband would like to contact his house representative to help us.  Please give us update of your info.  Thanks a lot for sharing.


Rose and MikeFemaleThailand2014-07-10 00:34:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresds-260 confused... your comment and suggestion needed..

I applied for a group visa at the embassy several years ago, our papers were alright, but we needed a special invitation to get some kind of P visa (Performer's visa I guess) which was new then. They told us they will hold our application for 1 year till we are able to present this special invitation. We never got the invitation (it was too expensive for the person who wanted to invite us) so we never went back to the embassy. I thought our case was "pending" and then "closed" as we didn't reapply. Last year I was stopped at the POE in Atlanta, they asked me if my visa to the US was ever denied, I said NO. Well, they found my old case and told me that my visa WAS denied at the particular moment and a year I was applying with the group. They said 'if you applied and never got it, no matter what reason, it is DENIED'. Thank God they figured out what happened then and why I didn't get visa and I was free to go.



I also applied for a visitors visa in early 2010, I had an appointment for an interview so I went. The interviewee said that i don't have enough supporting papers so they gave the form back to me and my passport without any denied stamp, only written no enough supporting docs on my application. it's nearly 4 yrs. Would it affect my port of entry or during my interview? Pls reply.


Rose and MikeFemaleThailand2014-03-16 19:28:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresok to handwrite on I-864? (split topic)
My husband sent the form I-864 to our lawyer but hasn't submitted to NVC. My husband left some boxes blank and we are afraid that by doing that we might get another checklist. So is it ok for our lawyer to just use hand wrting for N/A or None with black ink pen.
Rose and MikeFemaleThailand2014-03-30 09:35:00