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United KingdomCEAC Status "Case Created" Date changed?

Oh right cool biggrin.png I probably should have checked bout that haha! I'm going to be 20 on my birthday so another year for me! People usually make leap year jokes about my birthday being Feb 28th tongue.png but I don't think 1994 was even a leap year xD

The flight I wanted only had 5 seats left so I quickly grabbed it! The price had also dropped so we definitely wanted to grab it at that time tongue.png

Also hey Tammy I am guessing Mark already has his flight booked as well? smile.png his interview was the same day as mine ^^



 

Wow I thought I was the only one doing this at such a young age! It's crazy going from being able to drink to not being able to legally, but only about a month before I'm able to... i'm not an alcoholic or anything LOL


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-18 07:22:00
United KingdomCEAC Status "Case Created" Date changed?

LOL ..my birthday is also April 1st! I will be checking ceac very frequently n Mark has number to DX. This last stretch is exciting n stressful at the same time. Even if we have to change flights it's almost time. I

 

That's crazy, you're the one who's fiance is also from Sheffield right? I'm checking CEAC every hour!


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-18 07:11:00
United KingdomCEAC Status "Case Created" Date changed?

Oh awesome I hope you do get it real soon! and yeah I want to be there in time for my birthday which is the end of this month ^^I know it was silly of us but we booked me a flight (it was already pretty short notice and there were only 5 seats left) so I am hoping it does arrive in time otherwise we are going to have to deal with the change fee with Delta xD I'm guessing you already booked your flight too?

 

That's great, my birthdays actually April 1st (Yeah make your April fools jokes, the woman at the embassy did too LOL) and I'll be 21 so I'll be able to drink... the thing I've been able to do here for years, but I didn't book a flight yet, I'm planning on getting a next day flight (I'm heading to Texas) I made sure beforehand it would be possible otherwise I would've booked one in advance, I just didn't wanna risk it just yet


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-18 06:49:00
United KingdomCEAC Status "Case Created" Date changed?

Mine says exactly the same, I actually just said next week (meaning this week) and she told me it should definitely be here so that I could leave at the end of the week, I'm not worrying about it being late or anything, you can look at peoples timelines on here from this month and they're getting visas super quick! I guess you're like me and you're planning on shooting off as soon as you get the visa?

 

 

Hey! smile.png it says:

 

Case Creation Date: 18-Feb-2014 Status Updated Date: 18-Feb-2014    

 

Your case is open and ready for your interview, fingerprints, and required documents. If you have already had your interview, please check your status after two business days. If no interview was required, please check back in two business days for the status of your application.

 

What day did you tell them you were planning on leaving? tongue.png I said the 26th and she said it should be possible to get it to me in time (I really hope so! xD)

 


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-18 06:40:00
United KingdomCEAC Status "Case Created" Date changed?

?Hey Otter, what does the text say? I had mine on the 13th also and my dates changed to today too :)

 

Hey! My interview was the day after yours and my creation date has changed to today's date, as well.
I did a search for this on VJ and it seems the case creation date usually changes just before it turns to issued! I am not 100% certain but from what I read it seems to be the case smile.png So hopefully we will see it changed to issued tomorrow, that would be great! biggrin.png

Edit: the text below the 'Ready' also changed from what it used to say. Did that happen for you as well?


 


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-18 06:18:00
United KingdomVisa---Pick up at depot or courier?

Ouch, wish I'd had known this, I paid my fee yesterday (My interview is on the 13th" and I paid the $30 for home delivery


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-04 00:07:00
United KingdomRecent interviewees - do you have your passport yet??

Interview on 7th February, visa in hand on 14th February. One week total biggrin.png

 

Natonstan, the CEAC site isn't down, I've just checked it - have another look, but I imagine you'll have your visa on Thursday judging on your timeline - you'll get an email when it's sent.

 

Edit: Sorry, I see, it's when you put your number in. Apologies!!

 

Thanks! I was actually using your times as a judgement as to when i'll get mine, when I saw your thread that it only took a week I was so happy! I'm hoping the CEAC comes back up at some point! I mean it's not vital or anything but it's good to know what's hapenning


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-17 04:36:00
United KingdomRecent interviewees - do you have your passport yet??

Had my interview on the 13th (Last thursday) but since the CEAC site is down and has been for a few days now I have no idea what stage I'm at, I'm expecting my passport back this week at some point but I'm clueless because there's no way of knowing


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-02-17 03:31:00
United KingdomLondon Medical - Knightsbridge Doctors

NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-31 01:13:00
United KingdomLondon Medical - Knightsbridge Doctors

Thought i'd chip in here, I had my medical on the 9th and I too am such an anxious person, she took my BP and said it was sky high so she did the rest of the exam, took blood etc. and then took it afterwards and said it was still high, but normal high so it would be fine, all of my results went through no problem.


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-17 09:01:00
United KingdomHow long before I hear anything after sent from NVC?

I booked mine as soon as I saw it was "in transit" you only need your passport, LND number and police cert ......and some cash of course.

 

Wow I had no idea, that actually makes a lot of sense, I'll definitely get on with that, thanks so much.


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-02 11:44:00
United KingdomHow long before I hear anything after sent from NVC?

You can book the medical BEFORE you get the letter from the embassy? Wow I had no idea, thanks for all the help guys!


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-02 11:36:00
United KingdomHow long before I hear anything after sent from NVC?

 

It could be a week or two to get Packet 3 but allow extra time because of the holidays. An easier way to check is to go to ceac.state.gov, check your immigrant visa status and put in your LND number if you got it from the NVC or DOS. Check the "case updated" field - if it's recent, that means London's done something.

 

Thanks for the reply! I just checked my case number and it says "Your case is in transit to the Consular Section. Your interview date was provided to you by the National Visa Center."?? 

 

What does it mean I was provided an interview date by the NVC?


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-02 10:05:00
United KingdomHow long before I hear anything after sent from NVC?

Hey guys, first time posting in this section, my approved K1 petition was sent off from the NVC on December 27th, how long does it usually take before I get a letter informing me that it has arrived, I've already got all my documents together and completed the DS-106 and have the confirmation printed, but i'm waiting to hear from the embassy to say they've got my petition.


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-02 09:58:00
United KingdomCEAC changed to "Ready"

Hey guys my CEAC tracking number just changed from In Transit and it says:

Your case is ready for your interview when scheduled at the U.S. Consular section. If you have already scheduled an appointment for an interview, please prepare your documents as directed in your appointment letter and appear at the consulate on the appointed date and time. Otherwise, please wait until you have been notified of your interview appointment. Additional information about how Immigrant Visa interview appointments are scheduled can be found at:http://travel.state..../info_3731.html

 

Now I already have all my papers and documents prepared and I've sent off my DS-160 and have the confirmation printed, I have the medical scheduled for Thursday (this thursday the 9th), does this mean once I've had the medical I can make an interview appointment or will I have to wait for a letter to come through?

 

NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-06 07:23:00
United KingdomDS-260 "Invoice ID Number"?

Sorry to double post but I just noticed my Case Updated just changed for the 14th January, good news for me!


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-14 14:34:00
United KingdomDS-260 "Invoice ID Number"?

Can I ask you what you took with you to the medical apart from the police check. Ive downloaded the form filled it in, ,I have my immunisation records in order.   I have my photos ready, do I have to take my passport or will my driving licence do as I hate taking my passport any where in case I lose it.  Thanks for the words of encouragement.smile.png

 

Looks like you have everything, believe me having your immunisation records will be a BIG help as they won't have to ask you all of them, I had mine in order too and the woman there couldn't thank me enough. I'm not 100% sure about the passport, I brought mine and they took it from me the whole time I was there along with the police certificate and the other things (They return all the documents to you at the end) If I were you I'd bring my passport just incase, it would be terrible to get turned away, I had my passport zipped in a pocket for the journey and it was fine, when you get there they'll ask you to fill out another form while in the waiting room and it's pretty much identical to the questionnaire they make you fill out and bring anyway!


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-14 13:52:00
United KingdomDS-260 "Invoice ID Number"?

Thanks for that  I'm so anxious about it, don't like going to the doctors at the best of times and being in London for a few hours by myself isn't the greatest feeling, although my work colleague suggested a trip to Harrods!!  Lol.

 

Let me know how you get on with the embassy, I will be following your posts eagerly to see how long it takes from medical to interview!  Good luck!!! I am sure they will update the system shortly and you will be on your merry way to your loved one.

 

Thanks a lot! Well this was my FIRST time in London by myself and I managed to find it just fine, I don't like London at all, I find it so confusing getting around on the underground, but I found it fine and the staff there are all really friendly, they joke with you and are really really happy! You'll be fine honestly :)


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-14 11:11:00
United KingdomDS-260 "Invoice ID Number"?

 

You can always email them or call them to see if the results have been couriered yet.

 

Thanks for that, I called and they were sent out on the 10th (Friday) so I presume it could be any day now that i'll see an update on CEAC and that'll be everything submitted including readiness form which I did before I had the medical so hopefully I'll be able to start calling DoS for a date


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-14 06:23:00
United KingdomDS-260 "Invoice ID Number"?

Thanks!  My timetable is pretty much the same from Manchester.  I arrive into Euston around noon and my appointment is 1ish.  I then have to wait around until 7pm until my train home. 

 

As for forms I have already submitted the DS-160. I guess if all goes well at the medical and I fill in the readiness form it's a waiting game for me too!   It will be interesting to see how long that takes...........

I see your medical is tomorrow, good luck!! I've still not heard word of my results going through but it's only been 3 work days, so fingers crossed for the next couple of days 


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-14 03:42:00
United KingdomDS-260 "Invoice ID Number"?

I' m not looking forward to that process, but it has to be done. I arrive in London at noon, my appointment is around an hour or later and I don't get my train back until 7pm. I guess I will be doing some sightseeing!

 

Let me know how you get on with the readiness thing. I have already submitted my DS160 and not sure what else I need to do after the medical other than await a date?

 

I had to go to London from Sheffield so it was a 2 hour trains journey! and then 2 hours back again, I got to St Pancras at 12 noon and my appointment was at 1:10, I had to take the tube to Oxford Circus, then Bond Street and then it was just a 5 minute walk to Bentinck Street. Then I was straightin, 30 minutes in the doctors and out and back through the tube, to the train.

 

As far as the readiness thing goes, I've got all my forms submitted and I did the readiness form, now I play the waiting game..


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-10 12:45:00
United KingdomDS-260 "Invoice ID Number"?

Congratulations on getting through another stage. I have my medical next Wednesday, have my train tickets booked. Going to be a long day!!

 

I noticed on your profile that you visited your fiancee  several times even after your NOA2 was approved and would love you to share that experience with everyone as I know many people on here worry about visiting during this lengthy process. 

 

Thanks!!

 

Thank you! I'll make another thread about it, you're right I feel it would help some people! Good luck with your medical, I had mine yesterday and the whole thing only lasted half an hour


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-10 10:27:00
United KingdomDS-260 "Invoice ID Number"?

Thank you so much, you've helped me on multiple issues now and I've finally got everything ready, gonna do the readiness form now


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-10 07:45:00
United KingdomDS-260 "Invoice ID Number"?

Hey guys, I recently had my Medical exam (yesterday) I have all of my forms and submitted the DS-160, I just received Packet 3 and noticed I need to do DS-260 too? But it's asking for an "Invoice ID Number" What is this and where do I find it?


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-10 07:28:00
United KingdomWhen do you think i'll get a date?

This way between the readiness form and the interview is killing me, I hope I get a date from DoS soon!


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-18 07:50:00
United KingdomWhen do you think i'll get a date?

How are you getting through to DoS? I called earlier this week and they refused to give me any information. They said that the Embassy has all of that and they can no longer help me. Then my fiance tried to call the London embassy and all he got were pre-recorded messages :/

 

Call them at 001(202) 485-7600, first option is #1 second option is #0 to be put through to an immigration officer, I simply ask "I wondered if you could tell me if I have an interview date yet" and they ask for case number, then sometimes they'll ask for name and D.O.B and petitioners info but not always, and then they tell me, never had any issues.


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-17 09:03:00
United KingdomWhen do you think i'll get a date?

Hey guys, my status was updated on the 14th, this was my medial results going through, I already filed the Readiness form beforehand, I am calling the DoS and hearing that i'm eligible for the interview, but no date yet, anyone have any idea when I could hear something?


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-17 08:59:00
United KingdomFor the Brits--fun tips for playing up your Britishness in America

My future mother in law gets a kick when I say "Bird" because apparently I say "buud" and also like someone said above "water" and also the obvious ones like "banana"


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-18 08:09:00
United KingdomMedical Complete

Well done guys! I had mine last thursday, was so simple and easy, now for the interview, hope we all get to be with out sweethearts soon!


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-21 15:19:00
United KingdomCalling DoS for A date, how long did it take you?

It will come soon for all of us.  You're a week ahead of everyone on this page with your medical so I am eagerly looking for updates from your posts.  I have read Nich- Nicks link and other posts and from what I can gather its about 4 weeks after the dated letter they send to us.   I wish I was patient, but I am not. I just have to count my blessings that I haven't been waiting a year just for the NOA2 like others that must be dreadful!  Any way I will check in tomorrow to see if your timeline has been updated with some good news.

 

Yup I noticed i'm a week ahead, I always look at timelines and look at the poor people stuck waiting for NOA2's for a year, I can't imagine what that must be like!


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-22 10:24:00
United KingdomCalling DoS for A date, how long did it take you?

 

"Good things come to those who wait" ~ Arthur Guinness 

 

 

Stay patient, you time will come, you are at the second to last step to being with your beau. 

 

I think of this quote often! Thank you so much


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-22 08:30:00
United KingdomCalling DoS for A date, how long did it take you?

.It updated for me too. Unfortunately now  its a waiting game up to 6 weeks, hopefully it wont be that long. Hold on in there. I will be praying for all of us to hear something soon. x

 

I keep praying we hear something soon! "Within 6 weeks" from the readiness doesn't mean anything really, within 6 weeks could mean tomorrow, next week, 2 weeks etc. so I wouldn't worry too much about that, I'm sure we'll all get good news in the coming days!


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-22 06:04:00
United KingdomCalling DoS for A date, how long did it take you?

Yeah that is so true Nich-Nick.  Thanks for that link at least we know that if we haven't heard within 6 weeks of them having all the relevant forms and such we can enquire.  Also whilst I have your attention is it true that its a holiday today and nothing much of anything will happen today?

 

Just Called DoS.. it's a holiday so nobodys there :(


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-20 09:40:00
United KingdomCalling DoS for A date, how long did it take you?

I sure hope so!! Every day seems like an eternity, one day goes by and then you're just waiting for the next day to come so you can check up again, it's so mentally draining, I know we're all in the same boat though so you know how I feel!


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-20 08:14:00
United KingdomCalling DoS for A date, how long did it take you?

I sure hope so!! Every day seems like an eternity, one day goes by and then you're just waiting for the next day to come so you can check up again, it's so mentally draining, I know we're all in the same boat though so you know how I feel!


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-20 08:14:00
United KingdomCalling DoS for A date, how long did it take you?

I think one of us needs to write a topic regarding this subject once we have been contacted. I've looked aimlessly around the forum trying to get an insight and estimated times. Alas,  I can't find any topic on it.   It seems to be the part of the process that is a tad hazy.

 

Definitely, it seems like we're able to track the whole process all the way to this point but when it gets to the end and you're waiting for the interview date you're just left hanging, it's very stressful not knowing.. the only thing keeping me going is the fact i'll have an actual date in a few days..


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-20 07:59:00
United KingdomCalling DoS for A date, how long did it take you?

I might be wrong as it really isn't stating it any where. I just looked up the London Embassy and the holiday calendar!  Whilst you are online I need to ask you a question.  What did the CEAC say when it updated with your medical results? Mine hasn't updated since Nov 14th and I have submitted the DS-160 a few weeks ago and the readiness form last week, so I am kind of wondering why there is nothing other than a confirmation email from the submitted DS-160.  Thanks in advance!!!!

 

I got the exact same thing, I actually did the DS-160 and readiness form first so my medical was the last to update, and that was just a "Updated since" thing, this is probably the worst part of the whole process because it seems like we're in the dark, just waiting day to day!


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-20 07:51:00
United KingdomCalling DoS for A date, how long did it take you?

Hi again, I am like you looking for answers, so unfortunately I can't help you.  I can say though that unfortunately I doubt much will happen today as I am 99 percent sure it is a National Holiday today and I am sure they will be closed today. I understand how you feel though, the longer you go through the process the more anxious you become!   I am sure you will hear from this week and get a date though.

 

You know what, I was kinda 50/50 about today, I was sure it was MLK day but I wasn't sure if it was an actual federal holiday, thanks for the encouragement, I know all of this will be over and we'll all be happy soon!


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-20 07:45:00
United KingdomCalling DoS for A date, how long did it take you?

Just thought i'd ask how long it took before people got a date from the Department of State, my last case update was the 14th which was them receiving the medical results, already sent off the readiness and DS-160 before this so that's everything, I'm calling the DoS every day because my fiancée in the US is so depressed with me being away so i'm trying so hard, can anyone maybe give me an estimate, I know the embassy is saying within 4 weeks now but obviously the DoS gets to know the date beforehand.


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-20 04:00:00
United KingdomVisa fee London embassy

Yes I am serious!!  My fiance and I are so happy as it such a great birthday present and Valentines!!!  I will look out for you in London. I think I will book a hotel the night before as I don't fancy travelling via train at some ridiculous time in the morning!  Here's praying we get a great result!

 

I'm thinking the same, i'd have to set off at around 5:30AM otherwise! 


NatonstanMaleUnited Kingdom2014-01-23 16:27:00