Forum	Title	Content	Member	Sex	Country	Date/Time
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	General Question	They generally will tell the beneficiary nothing, and please turn off the caps lock, please--it ain't polite LOL!	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-10 14:28:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	WHAT FORMS	Just the DS-230. You forgot the DS-3032. ?	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-10 14:33:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Cr1	I'm sure there are... We were a October filer as well and was approved in May. Hang in there...yours will be approved soon.	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-10 14:26:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	I-130 Documents	my husband called to ask what are the needed papers he has to include esp at the proof he says the only thing they ask is marriage certificatre from NSO. In our case, we dind't have a copy of our MC from NSO when we filed our petition. All we had was a certified true copy. We sent in one along with the package and have had no problem.	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-12 23:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	I-130 Documents	Is it really necessary to have a sworn affidavits? Sending a sworn affidavits in ain't gonna hurt you. So, if you think it's a good idea to include some with your petition package, do so. Some people do and some people don't. But, in our case, we wanted to make sure that we won't get RFE. However, we didn't send that much of emails/logs. We only sent in a few and we were fine. Good Luck!	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-12 22:42:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Is this NVC SIF for real?	The maintenance banner is now off of the login page...and my SIF is still there, so it looks like it's real after all Congratulations!!! Time to start gathering all necessary docs if you haven't yet. Good Luck!	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-15 21:57:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Should I send my marriage CD with my I-130 application	Way too much. A couple pictures of your wedding will be sufficient. Good Luck!	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-10 14:16:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Dont know if approved	Email + Case# from NVC? That's an approval. Congratulations!!! Edited by ~happyndinlove~, 15 May 2011 - 09:53 PM.	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-15 21:52:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	DS230 Question	please keep your voice down, it hurts my eyes!	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-16 09:21:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	DS230 Question	Form DS-230 can only be signed by the alien spouse (YOU). and, Yes. You can fill up the form online and save it. Good Luck! Edited by ~happyndinlove~, 15 May 2011 - 10:11 PM.	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-15 22:10:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Just got approved!!!	Great news! Congrats!!!	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-10 14:12:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	help with the DS 3032	Yeah thanks... My question tho was since i have recieve notice to pay the AOS bill does that means that they have entered the DS No. Until the form is sent (by your wife) and received (by NVC).	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-20 00:38:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	DS-230 FORM	No problem! Likewise!	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-20 11:52:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	DS-230 FORM	Looking at your timeline, I assume that your husband is the beneficiary and only the alien spouse fill up the said form. So therefore, the answer to your question is, yes. Regardless of his zero communication with the kid. Good Luck! Edited by ~happyndinlove~, 19 May 2011 - 10:01 PM.	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-19 21:57:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Interview and approved	Congratulations on your visa approval! Have a safe trip soon!	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-20 11:58:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	NOA2! We're approved!!!		~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-20 23:38:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Does it matter on ink used to sign ds 230?	If the instruction was clear, then I would think, yes. Just hope that NVC will accept it... Good Luck!	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-20 23:53:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Completion at NVC?	thanks all ....... actually I have called NVC and they told me to wait until 20 days had passed .... and the only sign in I know about is the one I paid my fees through for the I-184 and the DS-230 ... so I will wait a bit and then keep trying . thanks again I think that's the (sign in) one that vj'ers are talking about. We didn't have one so I'm not really 100% sure... Good Luck!	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-21 12:53:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Completion at NVC?	just a quick one here .... how do we know when our case is completed by the NVC ... is there a way to check each day? thanks again I have read a lot about SIF (Sign In Failed) after case completion. This is when you log in to your account at NVC. If you have any. Otherwise, I'll pick up the phone and start bugging 'em. Edited by ~happyndinlove~, 20 May 2011 - 11:48 PM.	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-20 23:47:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	i130	I just sent out my i130 a week ago how much longer do I have to wait for my NOA1? I know this is a stupid question but I want to be with my wife!!!! If you are a CSC filer, you might get lucky and get approved within 2-3 months. But if you're a VSC one, then expect for your NOA2 in 5-8 months. Good Luck!	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-28 21:26:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	replies will help me	finally i got NOA2 YESTERDAY. Congratulations! we have interview in a little over two weeks inshallah we will get good news Good luck on your upcoming interview! Edited by ~happyndinlove~, 28 May 2011 - 11:12 PM.	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-28 23:10:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	replies will help me	in my case petition was already approved but status online is not updated yet even i already received the hard copy of NOA2 I have been in the US for nearly 2 years now and yet, our status online is still pending.	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-28 23:07:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	info for SLEC Medical Exam	Good Luck! Its better to be there early as possible. I went there at 3:45 in the morning and I was 11th in the line! lol. They started at 6am and have finished at 9am. Golly! That was way too early... I wonder if you fell asleep while having your medical exam... Edited by ~happyndinlove~, 28 May 2011 - 10:55 PM.	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-28 22:54:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	info for SLEC Medical Exam	but in-case something went wrong and the interview will be delayed, will St. Luke's reschedule my interview or i will have to call the embassy? Yes. St. Luke's will...	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-28 22:01:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	What would you do??? As you head towards the NVC stage?	We did not send in any photos to NVC as we weren't asked for and, everything was good so far. I'd only send what is required... Good Luck! Edited by ~happyndinlove~, 29 May 2011 - 08:42 PM.	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-29 20:38:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Interview	Good luck on your husband's upcoming interview...	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-31 10:03:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Just recieved I-130 Aprroval!		~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-31 21:47:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Might be a stupid question...	Do I have to be there in person as well? Your presence may give you two a huge plus but, I am pretty sure that your wife will pass her interview no problem. Good Luck!	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-15 22:06:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	DS-230 Confusion	Hello Guys , Some DS-230 Questions 1. Q 14 . Name of spouse (Maiden or family name) : this will be her last name prior marriage. Right? What should I put for her Middle name? Should it be the one prior to marriage or post marriage? (i would think) Her married name... 2. Q 16 . Address of Spouse (If Different from your own) : My wife is the petitioner but she is living with me in India since last six months but her principal residence is in US so should I fill her US address or leave blank as if her and mine address is same in India ? Same as yours... 3. Q 24 . Mother's Family Name at Birth : What should mothers middle name be? Middle name before marriage or after marriage? Yes, her maiden name... 4. Q 32a/32b Person(s) name in 14 and 29 who will accompany you/follow you to the United States now : Person name in 14 is my wife the petitioner who is already a US Citizen.how should I anwser that question ? List your wife's and kids (if any) name(s) as a person(s) who will accompany/follow you (later)... Good Luck! Edited by ~happyndinlove~, 28 May 2011 - 10:44 PM.	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-28 22:41:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	NVC Complete!	Congratulations and good luck on the interview!	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-31 21:37:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	K3 or IR-1/CR-1?	CR-1 is what you want... Best of luck!	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-06-04 08:05:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	after getting visa then what	None. If your wife is coming under CR-1 visa. File for the AOS (Adjustment of Status) if she's coming on a K-3 visa. Edited by ~happyndinlove~, 04 June 2011 - 08:14 AM.	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-06-04 08:10:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	NOA 2 Approved, what next	Congrats!	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-06-04 08:07:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Touching file	It is both funny and heart wrenching to see the lengths couples go through for status checks during this process. I assume it is because we feel so helpless once our packages are submitted. Looking for "touches", "comparing filing dates", "looking at Igors list", etc etc etc. Lol, mine was going on the USCIS website and entering case numbers lower than ours; then watching for status changes. When I would see approvals on cases just a few hundred numbers lower than ours I would start to get excited. Watching the status etc. is making people crazy. Edited by ~happyndinlove~, 07 June 2011 - 08:49 PM.	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-06-07 20:48:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Touching file	The touches are meaningless, see mine for example Been in the US for almost two years now and yet, our USCIS status is still pending.	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-06-07 20:45:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	OMG!!! I GOT APPROVED TODAY AND ITS MY 21ST BDAY!!! :)	Wonderful gift. Congrats and Happy Birthday!	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-06-07 19:33:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	attorney says case will not go through NVC	he said our case will not be going through NVC but straight to the consulate? He's absolutely wrong. He said to chill out and wait 4 weeks for consulate to send me something. #######? can that be the case? Nope. I'm sorry, but your lawyer is an idiot. All petitions that are approved for spousal visas, such as yours, go through the NVC. They compile your case file by requesting additional documents from both the petitioner and the beneficiary: petitioner submits financial stuff and beneficiary submits immigrant visa application and supporting documentation. It is also during this stage when the financial fee is due as well as the immigrant visa bill. Once both are paid and all required documentation has been received, THEN the NVC schedules your interview at the indicated consulat/embassy and forwards the entire case file to that embassy. Only the finance(e) petition files go straight to the embassy/consulate. The NVC assigns a case number and moves it along and all contact is done directly from the consulate. If a lawyer does not know this, I would fire him/her. If I missed anything, please, someone let me know, but from going the CR-1 route, this was my experience. Edited by ~happyndinlove~, 31 May 2011 - 09:29 PM.	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-31 21:29:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	woohoo!! NAO1	Congrats! Don't watch the calendar, it'll bug the hell-out-of-ya'! Agree. @OP: Congrats on the NOA1... Good luck with your visa journey.	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-06-09 18:15:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	NOA2 recieve today	Congratulations!	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-06-10 22:14:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	NOA2	NOA1 received 4 Feb 2011 at the California Service Center. NOA2 received 27 May 2011. Paperwork enroute to NVC. The processing time is 5 months. Ours took just under 4 months. No RFE's or anything. So for all of you thinking of hiring an attorney I would recommend against it. I just made a check list based on all the documents needed and went over it 3 times before I mailed it in. An attorney was going to cost more than airfare and I still had to pay the fees as well. I found the USCIS people to be polite, professional, and helpful when I called. My wife and I are so excited now. The hard part is over. I am just waiting to pay the AOS and visa fees then we should be all set for her interview. Congratulations on your quick approval! Hi I got approved to. I filed Feb 25th. NOA1 on Feb 28th text message today for approval 05/31/11 Congrats!	~happyndinlove~	Female	Philippines	2011-05-31 21:44:00