ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsJune 2013 I-130 Filers (merged)
I got my notice on June,10 2013 and I'am with the NBC but no update it's 6months now! So I hope it's Soon for my husband! Any updates? Any approvals?
Tasha and OshaneNot TellingJamaica2013-12-11 21:42:00
Mexico, Latin & South AmericaMexico - K1 - Interview and Medical Examination

I called yesterday to NVC and no luck yet. They haven't gotten my approval. =(  in the meantime thanks to Lety and Ed and Jay kay I'm working on all the paperwork. 


ChristianZMaleMexico2013-07-02 11:16:00
Mexico, Latin & South AmericaMexico - K1 - Interview and Medical Examination
Wow !!! Thank you so much for all this VERY IMPORTANT AND USEFUL INFORMATION Jay-Kay. I just got approved yesterday and I'm glad I came across this.
ChristianZMaleMexico2013-06-21 11:12:00
Mexico, Latin & South AmericaCDJ - DS-260 How many? One for Fiancee K1 and One for Child K2?

 
Yes, you can pay and log out and then return to the site later, log in again and be able to schedule still.
 


Thanks Jay Kay !!

ChristianZMaleMexico2013-09-05 07:44:00
Mexico, Latin & South AmericaCDJ - DS-260 How many? One for Fiancee K1 and One for Child K2?

once you pay and see the calendar can you wait to schedule the appointment (can you return to the page later to make the appointent?) or do you have to make the appointment at once after paying the $240??


That's a good question ! I hope someone can help us here.

ChristianZMaleMexico2013-09-04 14:41:00
Mexico, Latin & South AmericaCDJ - DS-260 How many? One for Fiancee K1 and One for Child K2?

 
Hi Christian,
 
You definitely need to complete one DS-260 for each child and of course one for your fiancee. When you first log in to the state department website https://ceac.state.gov/iv/ to completed the DS-260 forms, you should see your fiancee and each child listed on the page right after you log in.
 
We actually now have our appointments scheduled for the ASC and the consulate.
 
I'll give you a couple of tips...
 
1. When you log in to the https://usvisa-info....country_welcome site to pay your visa fees and to schedule appointments you must first "create account" there is a link at the top of the page to do this. Here is the page https://usvisa-info....lfservice/login
 
2. You will be asked to enter the applicant's name. This will be the name and information for your fiancee in Mexico. DO NOT enter the U.S. Petioners name information here. See the attached file CSC Visa Information Service - New Account_2013-06-25_22-48-00.png attachicon.gifCSC Visa Information Service - New Account_2013-06-25_22-48-00.png
 
3. Make sure you enter all of the requested information correctly. It is very important that you get the passport number correct. I recommend entering the data on the form and then before clicking the submit button, that you take a screen capture and then save the screen capture. That way if you do make a mistake, you will still be able to log in with the information you entered as shown in the screen capture. (To do a screen capture, press ALT-Prtsc and then open your paint program and click on paste. Make sure to save the image for future reference.)
 
4. VERY IMPORTANT - eventually you will see a place to add additional family members. It is very important that you do this before you schedule an appointment. You will save yourself a lot of trouble if you add family members prior to scheduling an appointment. If you try to add family members after you have already scheduled the appointment then you will have to cancel your already scheduled appointment and then reschedule it.
 
IF YOU GET TO THE PART WHERE YOU PAY FOR THE VISAS AND YOU HAVE NOT ADDED YOUR FAMILY MEMBERS THEN YOU HAVE GONE TOO FAR!!! YOU SHOULD GO BACK AND ADD YOUR FAMILY MEMBERS (K2 Children) BEFORE PAYING AND SCHEDULING APPOINTMENTS.
 
5. After you have added all of your family members then you can pay. Once you pay, you can see the calendar with available consulate interview dates. You can now select your date for your interview. One thing I didn't know, is that first the website had me pick the date for the Consulate Interview. I picked a date and then went on to pick the ASC appointment date. I actually then found out there were only a limited number of available dates for the ASC appointment that would work for us.
 
6. Somewhere as your are going through the site, I think just after you create an account the website will ask you a question about purpose of travel or visit to consulate, I can't quite remember how it was worded, but pick the answer "IMMIGRANT CONSULATE HAS ASKED YOU TO SCHEDULE - FIANCE OF US CITIZEN"
 
 
Hope this is helpful.
 
Best Regards,
Ed






























Wooooowww THANK YOU !!!!!!!!!!




ChristianZMaleMexico2013-06-26 08:21:00
Mexico, Latin & South AmericaCDJ - DS-260 How many? One for Fiancee K1 and One for Child K2?

Ah Ha! Found it!

 

From the FAQ on the CDJ site http://ciudadjuarez....v/faqiv260.html

 

It is very clear... You must complete one DS-260 for the fiancee K1 and complete one DS-260 for each child K2.

 

 

 

 

 

Thank you so much for finding the information Ed. I will be doing the same thing too.  My fiancée has 2 kids and she's bringing them with her. I'll like to keep in touch with you to see how you did. Good luck with everything Ed !!


ChristianZMaleMexico2013-06-25 15:23:00
Mexico, Latin & South AmericaMexico Custody and Father's Rights
Same situation here; my fiancée has 2 boys and we had to talk to her ex and hope and pray to God that he will sign their passports. Long story short, he did and he is ok with the boys coming to the US with her. She's got her appointment on the 18th of this month. My best advice to you is try to tell the ex, that is in the best interest of the kid. If he really loves his child, put her first. Because you will have to have him sign her passport in order for her to come with your fiancée. Good luck to you !
ChristianZMaleMexico2013-10-01 11:11:00
CaribbeanAddress to mail benificiary's passport at Kingston Embassy

Email for an appt date to drop off

 

Can't he make the appointment over the phone when they call him, or will they just tell him to email them?? I'm thinking we may as well wait for them to call... that seems like it may happen sooner than them getting to the email... my recent emails were taking 2 weeks for a response... Which email address would we use  kingstonivappointment@state.gov or just the general KingstonIV?


Lizz & AlvinFemaleJamaica2013-10-12 17:08:00
CaribbeanAddress to mail benificiary's passport at Kingston Embassy

Why is he mailing his passport? That would be something that I would make an appointment to take it there.

 

He missed their calls so he didn't get to speak to them... all they left in the message was you need to answer so the case can proceed and left no number (called private)... The woman at the interview said he would need to mail his passport when they received a cosponsor... didn't know dropping it off was an option... looks like we have to wait until Tues since the Embassy is closed Mon for Columbus Day.

 

Thanks!!
 


Lizz & AlvinFemaleJamaica2013-10-12 14:20:00
CaribbeanAddress to mail benificiary's passport at Kingston Embassy

Hello!

 

I'm hoping someone can help me with this quickly!  After an unnecessary delay due to the embassy's error of not being able to comprehend a tax return and sating I do not meet the guidelines and it took over a month of going back and forth before they realized their mistake when they received my transcript, they called my fiance twice yesterday and he missed both calls.  He is trying to mail it out today through DHL but we just want to confirm the address.. is it the same one listed on the 221G where petitioners are to send documents??

 

Thanks a bunch!


Lizz & AlvinFemaleJamaica2013-10-12 10:13:00
CaribbeanKinston Embassy Screws Up Again!!

We did find a cosponsor as well and her documents were in the mail when they realized their mistake.  Hope everything works out for you!


Lizz & AlvinFemaleJamaica2013-10-14 07:06:00
CaribbeanKinston Embassy Screws Up Again!!

OK, just a warning that this is a vent... but also to let people know that when sending Affidavit of Support documents send your tax transcripts if at all possible... sending in my tax return with w2's caused me an ridiculously long delay.

 

My fiance should of been approved at the interview but the incompetent staff obviously did not know how to comprehend a tax return sent with w2's vs a tax transcript... even though that is a document they require... they were saying I didn't meet the income guidelines because of a $4000 deduction I took  (I'm a full-time student and chose this instead of the education tax credit) on the tax return.  they were reading my adjusted gross income (AGI), my TAXABLE income... not what I made... I went back and forth with them for a month and they consistently refused to look into the mistake and kept requesting a cosponsor.   I finally received my tax transcript in the mail and was able to send it to them on Sept 24th..  we get the approval yesterday.. FOOLS!!  Next week is my daughter's, who has just started kindergarten, Donuts for Dad event at her school.. She wanted to bring her father but due to the embassy's mistake she won't be able to.  I contacted my Senator and the Office of the Inspector General in regards to this issue, but with the shutdown I'm not sure anything had been done.  Hopefully the rest of the process goes smoothly... we've had our share of "mistakes" in this entire process... just want him here already!!

 

 


Lizz & AlvinFemaleJamaica2013-10-12 14:37:00
CaribbeanFinally!! Passport In Hand!!

Thanks everyone!  We're working out the details of the flight right now!

 

Hopefully he fly in on Halloween so we can go trick or treating together as a family! halloween.gif


Lizz & AlvinFemaleJamaica2013-10-24 20:39:00
CaribbeanFinally!! Passport In Hand!!

So after a long frustrating process, my fiance picked up his passport today in MoBay... It seems unreal that all we need to do now is book his flight and he will be here with us.. Extremely excited to start the next part of our journey! This site and the tremendously helpful people who are a part of this community have helped me keep my sanity in this INSANE process.  Thank you.... we couldn't have done it without you l!!!


Lizz & AlvinFemaleJamaica2013-10-23 19:18:00
USCIS Service CentersVSC ETA: 8 months from mid Jan NOA1

should I just get married? and file an I-130...


I was thinking the same thing. I'll be heading to Jamaica in the next month or so and will be bringing my daughter with me.. One of the reasons I went the K1 route was because I wanted her to be be with me when I got married.... and I THOUGHT the K1 was faster that spousal visa... Now seeing some I-130 get approved due to them being sent to local offices in 30-40 days.. it's really tempting!! and if you think of it, it's still cheaper even if you take the $340 for filing K1 as a loss because you don't have to file for the AOS... hmmmmm... any one have any advice??
Lizz & AlvinFemaleJamaica2013-02-04 20:48:00
USCIS Service CentersDid Vermont Service Center stop working?

Where did you look to view the RFE yesterday???


I just scrolled down Igor's list scanning the dates in the RFE column.
Lizz & AlvinFemaleJamaica2013-04-17 19:40:00
USCIS Service CentersDid Vermont Service Center stop working?

I haven't seen an approval entry in a couple of days, and that's not normal... does anybody know what's going on?


I was thinking the same thing! It looks like there was one RFE yesterday, but that's it! :( ... I think they shipped all the workers to CSC!
Lizz & AlvinFemaleJamaica2013-04-17 16:27:00
USCIS Service CentersThe Scattered Crew of VSC
[quote name="Jason and Analyn" post="6327077" timestamp="1372297586"]

I just got an email....APPROVED!!!!!!!![/quote

Me too... Approved!!!!!




Lizz & AlvinFemaleJamaica2013-06-26 20:57:00
USCIS Service CentersThe Scattered Crew of VSC

Well my case was touched today but im confused on why I got this update;   

On June 26, 2013, your name was updated relating to your I129F, PETITION FOR FIANCE(E). Please check our website at www.uscis.gov for further updates on your case. Please wait until the end of normal processing time before calling customer service at 1-800-375-5283 for live assistance.

 

I dont know why my name would change or my Fiance' so im confused!

 

I got an update too today for address change... I read on here a while ago that you get these when the case has been touched even though there is no actual change... This means MOVEMENT!! Come on Approval!!!! Good luck to you!!


Edited by Lizz & Alvin, 26 June 2013 - 02:55 PM.

Lizz & AlvinFemaleJamaica2013-06-26 14:50:00
USCIS Service CentersThe Scattered Crew of VSC

Got notice of transfer. However it says my receipt date is 12/27! Before it was 01/02/2013. Anybody else's change?

 

I didn't notice it until you brought it up, but mine changed as well.... my original was 1/4, but this one says 1/7... lol.. looks like good ol USCIS pulling ish outta thier rears again!!


Lizz & AlvinFemaleJamaica2013-06-04 15:46:00
USCIS Service CentersThe Scattered Crew of VSC

NOA1- 1/4/13

Location: Unknown

 

Also got all three messages.... hopefully the next one is an approval... my heart can't take this!!!


Lizz & AlvinFemaleJamaica2013-05-31 20:21:00
USCIS Service CentersConflicting Info Received from Service Center

Vermont has been sending some of their cases to Texas to help speed up the processing time.  Mine was transferred at the end of June and there has been a few batches sent after that.  It's safe to say it's in Texas.  Nothing needs to be done on your part.  You will receive notification of approval, RFE, etc. from Texas.

 

 


Lizz & AlvinFemaleJamaica2013-08-12 22:42:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)my fiance called some attorneys , they wont take our case!

Most people can do this process completely on their own just by using this information given on this site.  Unless you have extremely complicated circumstances an attorney would be a waste of money.  I have seen (through this site) many people use attorney's and still get RFE's for simple things you learn to do or not to do with the information given on this site.  They cannot make your process move any faster (no matter what they tell you).  Please explain why you feel you need an attorney and if you have ANY questions about the process just let us know! That's what we're here for! :)


Lizz & AlvinFemaleJamaica2013-10-24 12:01:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Anyone from TSC K1 fiance please comment when you get a case number!!

june 24 still waiting

 

 

I don't know if it helped, but I sent an email to NVC with a scanned copy of my NOA2, asking for them to check on it for me since it had been 15 days  and they had not recieved it.  The email is NVCResearch@state.gov and you need to put only your reciept # in the subject field. Can't hurt to try!!
 


Lizz & AlvinFemaleJamaica2013-07-16 21:15:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Anyone from TSC K1 fiance please comment when you get a case number!!

What was your NOA2 date

 

June 26th


Lizz & AlvinFemaleJamaica2013-07-16 20:32:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Anyone from TSC K1 fiance please comment when you get a case number!!

Just got notification case was sent to NVC.. hopefully this means a case file # by next week!!


Lizz & AlvinFemaleJamaica2013-07-16 17:15:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Anyone from TSC K1 fiance please comment when you get a case number!!

i did receive a response via email from the Nvc on the whereabouts of my petition

So please use this so they can research your case

Dear Sir/Madam:

The National Visa Center (NVC) received your inquiry. Unfortunately we do not have any record of receiving your petition. If your petition was approved more than 15 days ago please e-mail a scanned copy of your I-797 or I-171 Notice of Action - Approval Notice to NVCResearch@state.gov. Please type the receipt number in the subject line of your e-mail and include only one attachment/case per e-mail. We will contact the Department of Homeland Security's Office of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) on your behalf to locate your petition.

If you received the form I-797 or I-171 Notice of Action - Approval Notice indicating that your petition has been retained by USCIS, or another type of Notice of Action that is not an approval notice please contact USCIS for additional information.

USCIS CONTACT INFORMATION:
Telephone: 1-800-375-5283
Website: www.uscis.gov

ARI

National Visa Center
Written Inquiry Unit
Serco Inc, Support Contractor

















 

Thank you for sharing!! I plan on doing this Friday!

 


Lizz & AlvinFemaleJamaica2013-07-09 11:22:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Anyone from TSC K1 fiance please comment when you get a case number!!

TSC 6/26 approval... just called NVC and spoke to a very rude man who told me 8 weeks... I came across this thread after informing me to tell them it is for a fiance visa.. I'll try this tomorrow, but will be calling DOS later today.  Good luck to everyone!!


Lizz & AlvinFemaleJamaica2013-07-08 07:13:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionConfused and Frustrated..

The e-mail address for the Jamaica Embassy is as follows: kingstonNIV@state.gov for Non-Immigrant Visas and kingstonIV@state.gov for Immigrant Visas May I suggest that u re-submit your DS230 using the appropiate e-mail address. Good luck!

 

I emailed mine to KingstonIV@state.gov.. also for a K1... and did receive an interview date.


Lizz & AlvinFemaleJamaica2013-08-21 11:00:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionConfused and Frustrated..

I sent the US embassy the DS 230 on August 5 and requested an interview date. nothing has happened as yet.. I sent another email as was told to contact them in a week and they SHOULD have some information for me.. then was told to resend DS230 to this email  kingstonivinfo@state.gov .. sent the email and it came back as undelivered, email address does not exists .. i dont know what to do.. i'm confused..  

 

Have you tried contacting DOS?? That's how we got out interview date.  We still have not received an interview letter or packet 3 in the mail and our interview date is Sept 3rd.  DOS # is 202-663-1225 (press 1 and 0 to get to operator).  If one was scheduled, they can tell you the date and time.  You will, however, have to email the embassy for the actual interview letter... you need to bring this to your medical.

 

Hope this helps.. good luck!


Lizz & AlvinFemaleJamaica2013-08-21 10:57:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)Awaiting Administration Processing
Hello JV members..I would like to know how would i know about my status because anytime i tried to check on my case status,It doesn't show up..I have been to the interview for K1 visa since 6th December,2011 and i was asked to get tax transcript.I got it from my fiancee and when i sent it to the Embassy,i was asked to go back with it as they(Embassy) will call me at anytime.They indicated to my Form 221g that,My case is Awaiting Result of Administrative Processing.And The CO told me that,Its Open Date and Will Call at Any of Tuesday,Wednesday or Thursday.Since my Interview,It has been over 4months now without hearing from the Embassy.My priority date aren't going to expire? I am really worried and don't know what to do anymore.Any advice will highly be appreciated.
Thanks.Makafui
MakafuiMaleGhana2012-04-16 01:44:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)Any luck with AP
What the CO who interviewed me in 6th December 2011(first) said was that,She gave me form 221g and she marked one thing which is Tax transcript for 2009 and 2010.First i went there with Tax Return and she told me that,They also need tax transcript and she asked me to informed my fiancee to order it from IRS.All is for background check which includes all the documents that we have provided.They will also go to all the addresses that u have listed on the form that u have lived before and also go to your schools that u have attended and also your work places to see if you have any criminal records.She didn't asked me for additional evidence because all what i have provided make her satisfied.When she gave to me the form 221g,she wrote this on it..OPEN DATE,WE WILL CALL.And she told me that,they call me at anytime so i should get my phone always on and i asked her when exactly will they call me and said that,she cant tell but they will definitely call me before the end of 2012.After 60 days without hearing from them,then i started sending them emails every months.One of the email that i sent to them and they replied me to come to the embassy was:

Please come to the US Embassy, Accra on December 18th 2012 at 1:00 PM to speak with a consular officer regarding your case.



Please bring any requested documents from your last interview as well an updated police certificate and updated medicals from Holy Trinity.



Please also bring a copy of this email for admittance to the consular section.





Sincerely,



U.S. Embassy Accra

Consular Section

I believe that,You will be called.keep praying and God time is the best and i pray that,you will not take long like how i was.I nearly got mad about the whole processing because i never expected the whole process to take that long but it helps to wait. "Awaiting Result of Administrative Processing" is something i don't want again in my life.Good Luck.
MakafuiMaleGhana2012-12-24 00:29:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)Any luck with AP
I have been in AP since Dec.6,2011 and i was called 2 weeks ago to go and update my police report and my medicals at Holy Trinity and i was asked to come to Interview on the 18th of December which was Yesterday at 1pm and i got approved..For my surprise,the CO did not even ask of the tax transcript that the first interviewer asked me to bring.He didn't even look at it.All what he asked me was did my fiance been convicted of any crime and i said no and he gave me a pamphlet to inform all immigrants who got married to American citizens to know how the Domestic Violence Laws work in the USA.I thank God that,this is one side over.I wish u also the best and i know and believe that,u will also be called like how i have been called and got approved.Thanks.
MakafuiMaleGhana2012-12-19 08:33:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSING SINCE 6TH DECEMBER 2011 AND STILL IN AP
Hello VJ members,I am really frustrated and don't know what to do anymore and also very tired because my case has been waiting result of Administrative processing since Dec 6,2011.I am so much tired and when i contacted the embassy,they keep on saying my case is undergoing administrative processing.How long did i have to wait? I need my woman and both of us are so much frustrated and don't know what to do anymore..Is anyone from Ghana also been in the same process? 8 months now and its really worrying.I need advice please.Thanks.
MakafuiMaleGhana2012-08-03 03:06:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSING SINCE 6TH DECEMBER 2011 AND STILL IN AP
My dear,when i saw ur timeline,i noticed that,u were scheduled second interview but for mine,i wasn't.The CO just ticked the boxes for 2009 and 2010 tax transcripts which has to be ordered from IRS.And the second box that she ticked was Awaiting Result of Administration Processing..Did i have to go to the second interview?? He started this processing since 22 December 2010 and we are now going into 2 years for this processing..Tell me something please.I need my woman.
MakafuiMaleGhana2012-07-04 01:55:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSING SINCE 6TH DECEMBER 2011 AND STILL IN AP
Hello Friends on here once again..Someone should help me about my case as it has been in AP for 7 months now.What really are they doing with my case because it has been so long..I need and want to be with my fiancee..I got interviewed since 6th December 2011 and my case is still waiting Result of Administrative Processing.What at all is taking the Embassy this long..Is my case been ignored and its staying in their trash or dustbin there?? I am worried and wanted to know from you guys who has also been in the same AP as long as mine.7 months is really headache to me and to my fiancee.Thanks.
MakafuiMaleGhana2012-07-03 09:51:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSING SINCE 6TH DECEMBER 2011 AND STILL IN AP
Hello VJ members,I went to the Interview last year December 6 and i went through every interview and at the end of the Interview,the CO gave me slip starting that,I need to ask my fiancee to send to me 2009 and 2010 tax transcript when i already had from my fiancee and the CO also ticked "Awaiting Result of Administration Processing". She Returned to me the call logs,Pictures and my passport but she kept my Original Birth Cert,Medicals and Police Report.She then told me that,I should go back and wait till they call me and she indicated on the form that was given to me that, "Open Date-Will Call" and she also wrote on the form given to me that,They will call me at any of these days, "Tuesday,Wednesday or Thursday". Now my question is that,how long does this take because its almost 7 months since i went to the interview.Please i need advice from other Ghanaian who also went through the same AP method and i want them to tell me what they might be doing with my case that is keeping them so long up to this 7 months and i am still haven't been called.Thank very much and i am waiting for reply from you guys.Thank u very much.
MakafuiMaleGhana2012-06-28 02:22:00
ChinaMerged threads: Notarial Certificates -All documents not in English must be accompanied by certified English translations.

Hello friend,

I am very sure that,you will get it before the said 30 day provided to u.I wanna ask u some question so that u help me please.I just got married to my Fiancee and I am about to file for both EAD and AOS. Now the question is that,on the form I-765,There was a question that get me confused and i need your help.The question is....

The filing fee for Form I-765 is $380. If you request consideration of deferred action for childhood arrivals, category ©(33), you must also pay an $85 biometric services fee for a total of $465. There is no biometric services fee for any other employment category. Some filing types are fee exempt. See the form instructions for more information. Should I type   © (33), on the question number 16? I am so much confused and i got everything ready to file but just waiting for the answer for question  number 16.I will be so much happy to hear from u my dear country brother.And finally,which lockbox did i have to sent my package as i lives in Greensboro, North Carolina.Thank u very much and i am waiting to hear from u.

 

MakafuiMaleGhana2013-07-04 18:47:00
Africa: Sub-SaharanInterview date falls on National Holiday.
08/08/2012 is not declared as public holiday here in Ghana.It falls on Wednesday and that is not when the president will be buried.The President will be Buried on the 10/08/2012 which falls on Friday and that is Holiday.08/08/2012 falls on Wednesday and its not declare as public holiday but Friday which is 10/08/2012 is declared as public holiday.Get this right and i hope this will help you.Thanks
MakafuiMaleGhana2012-08-04 00:15:00