Forum	Title	Content	Member	Sex	Country	Date/Time
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	*** K-3 May and June 2007 Filers ***	QUOTE (kelly1290 @ Dec 12 2007, 11:52 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Hello everyone! I am writing with an update on our petition. I looked on the USCIS website tonight and found that they sent an RFE for our case. I can't imagine for what because I checked and double checked everything before I sent it, but once I receive it in the mail, I will let you all know what it was for. Just another delay on being with my husband. Deb Hey Deb, So sorry to hear about the RFE. You'll get what they asked for PRONTO, I know! Let's just hope they get back to it as soon as you send the information they are requesting. Hang in there gal! Tomeca	KingsleysPrincess	Female	Nigeria	2007-12-13 18:01:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	*** K-3 May and June 2007 Filers ***	QUOTE (kelly1290 @ Dec 1 2007, 08:47 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (KingsleysPrincess @ Dec 1 2007, 04:56 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Congrats to the people who have received their approvals! Deb, Please hang in there! So glad you called to see what the heck is going on. Remember, they told me my petitions were on the shelf on Nov 7th and they had never been touched and then lo & behold, approval came on Nov 15th. I expect you will see something from them soon. ~Tomeca Tomeca, I am glad also that I called or we would have still been waiting. However, you got a mean person to answer your call. This lady was very kind and helpful and asked questions of me instead of the other way around. She said she would pull our file and place it on an adjudicator's desk since it was out of processing time. So "wait and see". Isn't that what we are always doing???? Deb Deb, It's great you got a nice lady! I called NVC on Thursday to check to see if they had received our I-129F yet. The lady was extremely polite. The whole call, waiting and all, only lasted about 7 minutes. I couldn't believe it after the lady I talked to at CSC. Yes, waiting is what we do. We should all be pros by now. Tomeca	KingsleysPrincess	Female	Nigeria	2007-12-01 19:14:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	*** K-3 May and June 2007 Filers ***	Congrats to the people who have received their approvals! Deb, Please hang in there! So glad you called to see what the heck is going on. Remember, they told me my petitions were on the shelf on Nov 7th and they had never been touched and then lo & behold, approval came on Nov 15th. I expect you will see something from them soon. ~Tomeca	KingsleysPrincess	Female	Nigeria	2007-12-01 05:56:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	*** K-3 May and June 2007 Filers ***	Hi G&A! My letter has the same wording on it as yours about my spouse being in the US. If our spouses WERE in the US with us, would we even be on here talking about all of this????!!!??? You've got to love immigration, yanno?! Anyhow, just something else to let you know how intelligent they are . . . Our local office has those plastic signs that they have paid to have engraved, and they are supposed to be in Spanish. I cannot remember the direct quote for the sign, but the word "su" was supposed to be on the sign and they had the word, "sue". I thought I would wet my pants over that one . . . dang, no habla espanol? LOL Don't mind me . . . it's the nyquil talking tonight . . . I'm good though!	KingsleysPrincess	Female	Nigeria	2007-11-21 23:30:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	*** K-3 May and June 2007 Filers ***	Congrats to all the others who have received their approval letters. I still need my lead boots to hold me to the ground! LOL. They never sent me an e-mail either and they never updated the online info for my I-129F but I could care less at this point. Maybe their not doing that is helping them move a little faster on somebody else's petition . . . like my friend, Deb. Girl, I am expecting you will hear something SOON!!!	KingsleysPrincess	Female	Nigeria	2007-11-21 17:23:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	*** K-3 May and June 2007 Filers ***	Woooooooo hoooooooooo! Congrats G&A. We did receive both approvals in the mail today as she stated, both dated November 15th!!! My husband and I were on the phone when I went to the mailbox so we found out together!!!! We are thanking God!!!!!	KingsleysPrincess	Female	Nigeria	2007-11-20 21:35:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	*** K-3 May and June 2007 Filers ***	Thanks so much. Congrats to the others. I did check the I-129F status last night and again tonight and it is still pending. We remain in a constant state of praise to the LORD!	KingsleysPrincess	Female	Nigeria	2007-11-18 00:04:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	*** K-3 May and June 2007 Filers ***	Hi. Just an update . . . I just wanted to let you know that I checked on the web regarding our I-130 again today and it says it was approved yesterday, 11/15/07 and letter was sent in the mail!!! It appeared they never touched it. I had called CSC on 11/7/07 and this is what the lady told me, all petitions are split up between different counselors. Some work faster than others. Your petition is still on the shelf. Re: the date posted on the web: “That’s an estimate, not a come hell or high water date. Check back in 30 days.” I asked if there is a preference in countries. She said no. I asked if there is anything we can do to speed up the process. She said no. Check back in 30 days. I contacted my congressman on 11/07/07, 11/08/07, and 11/14/07. I received the privacy form in the mail today to complete and submit to them so they can assist. My husband and I are praising God for the approval!!!! It's such great news to us after more than 6 months of no news at all.	KingsleysPrincess	Female	Nigeria	2007-11-17 02:00:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Canadian married an American, NOW WHAT???	Thank you to all for your input. I appreciate all the input and incourage more feedback. I feel like my hands are tied because I am just not sure which route to go. I have been told by many hiring an immigration lawyer is costly and basically a waste of time cause the paper work to fill is basic. the only problem im having is i don't know what forms to file.	dualmami	Female	0	2007-12-05 23:55:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Canadian married an American, NOW WHAT???	QUOTE (pushbrk @ Dec 4 2007, 02:08 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (dualmami @ Dec 4 2007, 10:46 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Ok I need all the help I can get. I just recently married my boyfriend of 3 1/2 yrs a week ago. Our son was born in Canada. We have frequently came to kentucky to visit and never had a problem going through customs/immigration at the border. I want to know how do I go about becoming legal here in the U.S. and I also want to know how can I start working a.s.a.p. We already filed the birth abroad for our son, but whats next. We have prepaid legal helping us but I would like to move faster than they are helping. Someone tell me the best and quickest way to get this paper work started. I know there are a few different forms what ones would best fit my situation. I am here in the u.s. now visiting but do not have a visitors visa or any kind of documentation regarding my visitors status right now. thanks Where do you reside now? Where did you reside when you got married? Did you decide to marry before or after your last entry to the US? Start with the guides because the answers to your questions depend on the circumstances. right now i still legally reside in canada but am in the us and plan to be here until i figure out what im doing with the paper work. someone told me that if i do leave and try to re-enter into the u.s.a. i might have a problem getting back into the country. my sons father and I had been talking about getting married on and off but nothing was set. when i came to visit last we went to get a marriage license and then got married.	dualmami	Female	0	2007-12-04 14:23:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Canadian married an American, NOW WHAT???	Ok I need all the help I can get. I just recently married my boyfriend of 3 1/2 yrs a week ago. Our son was born in Canada. We have frequently came to kentucky to visit and never had a problem going through customs/immigration at the border. I want to know how do I go about becoming legal here in the U.S. and I also want to know how can I start working a.s.a.p. We already filed the birth abroad for our son, but whats next. We have prepaid legal helping us but I would like to move faster than they are helping. Someone tell me the best and quickest way to get this paper work started. I know there are a few different forms what ones would best fit my situation. I am here in the u.s. now visiting but do not have a visitors visa or any kind of documentation regarding my visitors status right now. thanks	dualmami	Female	0	2007-12-04 13:46:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	urgent help! I-130 approved (date current Aug 2013)	My petition for alien relative was recently approved and sent to NVC and NVC sent me my case number. But I am in USA on F1 visa before the time we applied for I-130   2.5 yrs ago. Now as I am here I want to apply for adjustment of status in USA and not go back to my home country as NVC wants to get my immigration visa stamp. How can I make it happen that I can apply for adjustment of status inside US. please reply soon anyone who how knows anything about it. Thanks!	pete40	Not Telling	India	2013-07-24 15:28:00
Africa: Sub-Saharan	Visitor Visa/Letter of Invitation	Moving to Africa forum	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2011-12-12 12:17:00
Africa: Sub-Saharan	28 DAYS OF AP IS OVER	Moved from RUB forum	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2012-02-04 11:43:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	And another visa issued!	Congratulations to you!!!	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2008-06-30 19:03:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	HELP! WIFE ARRIVED TO KYIV BEFORE I DID.NEED WESTERN UNION LOCATION NEAR TRAIN STATION	The VJ S.W.A.T. Team was out!! 30 minutes for all that info. The question is, did it help?	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2008-08-23 10:47:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	How long from NVC to consulate?	Good luck!! Let us know how it goes.	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2008-09-12 21:48:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	NVC Working Overtime	QUOTE (S and S @ Nov 19 2008, 06:53 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Glad NVC hires such educated and knowledgeable employees, though I do believe their employees are still well above what USCIS has. No doubt!!	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2008-11-19 22:22:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	NOA2!!!	Congratulations to you both!	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2009-01-08 05:47:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	Now What?	Good luck and congrats on step 1!	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2009-02-01 06:50:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	NVC phone line	Used auto redial ourselves.	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2009-02-23 21:25:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	Administrative Processing at the NVC	QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 26 2009, 04:10 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Feb 26 2009, 03:45 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 25 2009, 04:23 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Feb 25 2009, 04:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 25 2009, 12:58 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Feb 24 2009, 11:10 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 24 2009, 08:13 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Feb 24 2009, 08:51 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I believe that I have read that NVC can send a case back to USCIS if there is a problem with a name check or something. I will defer to VJers with longer tenure than mine, but I seem to remember reading about a case that was returned because of a name problem or incomplete file. I agree that it is rare though. that's why we hired a lawyer to avoid such little problems as mistakes in filling. We didn't talk to our lawyer yet and we wait what he will tell us WHY? And Brad, you told before that someday Vika and you will go to Turkey It's a good idea last summer we have planned it too but because of our little son we delayed it.. About western part of Ukraine, well, the best visiting time is winter because there is a wonderful place for skiing or in summer just make a tour of ancient cities. But I prefer the first Cool. We went to Lviv in June, and had a week scheduled in Uzlissya resort. Vika got sick and we just stayed in Lviv. A great trip. We really wanted to visit Antalya in January too, but with Vika leaving for the US and all, her family needed the time. I understand you.. we will go to my native town too, to visit my relatives before going to the US. But I think after marriage you can spend time on wonderful Miami beach I am sure Vika will be happy to spend time there. About Antaliya, it's a good idea too, but since you have lived in the USA it will be easier to travel around USA than come back to Europe again. And Vika needs to get Advance Parol for traveling outside of the USA. Antalya will be post-green card travel for sure. It is mostly me wanting to go there. I also want to see Istanbul, just to say I did it. Vika grew up next door, so Turkey just doesn't get her as excited. what about Egypt? Dubai? Thailand? Thailand is on the list, Dubai not so much (all we know is that it is HOT there ). Egypt is fascinating, but not really safe. oh yes, specially after last terrorist's action Good point. Sometimes I forget that Americans are not the only ones that get targeted by extremists.	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2009-02-26 20:39:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	Administrative Processing at the NVC	QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 25 2009, 04:23 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Feb 25 2009, 04:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 25 2009, 12:58 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Feb 24 2009, 11:10 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 24 2009, 08:13 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Feb 24 2009, 08:51 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I believe that I have read that NVC can send a case back to USCIS if there is a problem with a name check or something. I will defer to VJers with longer tenure than mine, but I seem to remember reading about a case that was returned because of a name problem or incomplete file. I agree that it is rare though. that's why we hired a lawyer to avoid such little problems as mistakes in filling. We didn't talk to our lawyer yet and we wait what he will tell us WHY? And Brad, you told before that someday Vika and you will go to Turkey It's a good idea last summer we have planned it too but because of our little son we delayed it.. About western part of Ukraine, well, the best visiting time is winter because there is a wonderful place for skiing or in summer just make a tour of ancient cities. But I prefer the first Cool. We went to Lviv in June, and had a week scheduled in Uzlissya resort. Vika got sick and we just stayed in Lviv. A great trip. We really wanted to visit Antalya in January too, but with Vika leaving for the US and all, her family needed the time. I understand you.. we will go to my native town too, to visit my relatives before going to the US. But I think after marriage you can spend time on wonderful Miami beach I am sure Vika will be happy to spend time there. About Antaliya, it's a good idea too, but since you have lived in the USA it will be easier to travel around USA than come back to Europe again. And Vika needs to get Advance Parol for traveling outside of the USA. Antalya will be post-green card travel for sure. It is mostly me wanting to go there. I also want to see Istanbul, just to say I did it. Vika grew up next door, so Turkey just doesn't get her as excited. what about Egypt? Dubai? Thailand? Thailand is on the list, Dubai not so much (all we know is that it is HOT there ). Egypt is fascinating, but not really safe.	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2009-02-26 15:45:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	Administrative Processing at the NVC	QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 25 2009, 12:58 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Feb 24 2009, 11:10 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 24 2009, 08:13 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Feb 24 2009, 08:51 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I believe that I have read that NVC can send a case back to USCIS if there is a problem with a name check or something. I will defer to VJers with longer tenure than mine, but I seem to remember reading about a case that was returned because of a name problem or incomplete file. I agree that it is rare though. that's why we hired a lawyer to avoid such little problems as mistakes in filling. We didn't talk to our lawyer yet and we wait what he will tell us WHY? And Brad, you told before that someday Vika and you will go to Turkey It's a good idea last summer we have planned it too but because of our little son we delayed it.. About western part of Ukraine, well, the best visiting time is winter because there is a wonderful place for skiing or in summer just make a tour of ancient cities. But I prefer the first Cool. We went to Lviv in June, and had a week scheduled in Uzlissya resort. Vika got sick and we just stayed in Lviv. A great trip. We really wanted to visit Antalya in January too, but with Vika leaving for the US and all, her family needed the time. I understand you.. we will go to my native town too, to visit my relatives before going to the US. But I think after marriage you can spend time on wonderful Miami beach I am sure Vika will be happy to spend time there. About Antaliya, it's a good idea too, but since you have lived in the USA it will be easier to travel around USA than come back to Europe again. And Vika needs to get Advance Parol for traveling outside of the USA. Antalya will be post-green card travel for sure. It is mostly me wanting to go there. I also want to see Istanbul, just to say I did it. Vika grew up next door, so Turkey just doesn't get her as excited.	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2009-02-25 15:46:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	Administrative Processing at the NVC	QUOTE (Lisa wa Yazied @ Feb 24 2009, 10:31 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Feb 24 2009, 10:15 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Lisa wa Yazied @ Feb 24 2009, 10:12 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 24 2009, 04:13 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Lisa wa Yazied @ Feb 22 2009, 01:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 22 2009, 11:56 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> All, Is this what I think it is ????? I got this letter in the mail today (I didn't check the mail box yesterday). Do you think we are out of Administrative Processing already ???????? ------------------------------------------- February 19,2009 Dear Petitioner: The State Department's National Visa Center has recently received an approved I-129F petition filed on behalf of your finacee'. This letter is to let you know that within a week the petition will be forwared to the appropriate visa-issuing post where your visa interview will take place. Our records show that you filed the I-129F petition for: Name of Fiance': NADIYA INS Receipt Number: EAC08244***** Case Number: KEV2009****** The case will be processed at: Post: KYIV EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES CONS 6 PIMONENKO STREET KYIV, 01901 UKRAINE Your finace' will soon receive a packet with instructions from the consular section on how to apply for the K1 visa at that post and what documents will be required. In the meantime, you should visit the Department of State's website at www.travel.state.gov/visa/immigrants/types/types_4323.html to determine if the processing has any information of which you should be immediately aware. Sincerely, Bereau of Consular Affairs ------------------------------- Well, Im sorry to say that I received 4 letters like that with all different dates and when i called they said we were in AP. I think that letter is generated as soon as the file is entered into the nvc system. You should still call to check, but im afraid they will say you are still in AP. For your other question...I THINK it woudl be a rarity for NVC to find some reason to deny the petition after AP. Maybe if they found something wrong with your documents or something on the background checks that you didnt disclose...im just speculating though. good luck are you still in AP too since 5th Jan?????? yes, and thats after an over 8 month wait at VSC. Ouch!! Any explanation at all as to why? k-3's at VErmont were and are taking at least 7-9 months for approvals. Funny how geographics make such a big difference. I wont start my CSC vs VSC rant now heh heh Our whole process will easily drag out to the year mark by the time he gets his interview. Sorry to hear it. I should have noticed the K-3. It reminds me how good K-1s have it sometimes. It always surprises me when some one posts a question asking if the K-1 or K-3 is better, like they will time the marraige based on the visa timing. I point out the timeline and USCIS disclosed timeframes in response. It must be even harder to wait after you are committed that way.	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2009-02-24 10:35:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	Administrative Processing at the NVC	QUOTE (Lisa wa Yazied @ Feb 24 2009, 10:12 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 24 2009, 04:13 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Lisa wa Yazied @ Feb 22 2009, 01:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 22 2009, 11:56 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> All, Is this what I think it is ????? I got this letter in the mail today (I didn't check the mail box yesterday). Do you think we are out of Administrative Processing already ???????? ------------------------------------------- February 19,2009 Dear Petitioner: The State Department's National Visa Center has recently received an approved I-129F petition filed on behalf of your finacee'. This letter is to let you know that within a week the petition will be forwared to the appropriate visa-issuing post where your visa interview will take place. Our records show that you filed the I-129F petition for: Name of Fiance': NADIYA INS Receipt Number: EAC08244***** Case Number: KEV2009****** The case will be processed at: Post: KYIV EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES CONS 6 PIMONENKO STREET KYIV, 01901 UKRAINE Your finace' will soon receive a packet with instructions from the consular section on how to apply for the K1 visa at that post and what documents will be required. In the meantime, you should visit the Department of State's website at www.travel.state.gov/visa/immigrants/types/types_4323.html to determine if the processing has any information of which you should be immediately aware. Sincerely, Bereau of Consular Affairs ------------------------------- Well, Im sorry to say that I received 4 letters like that with all different dates and when i called they said we were in AP. I think that letter is generated as soon as the file is entered into the nvc system. You should still call to check, but im afraid they will say you are still in AP. For your other question...I THINK it woudl be a rarity for NVC to find some reason to deny the petition after AP. Maybe if they found something wrong with your documents or something on the background checks that you didnt disclose...im just speculating though. good luck are you still in AP too since 5th Jan?????? yes, and thats after an over 8 month wait at VSC. Ouch!! Any explanation at all as to why?	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2009-02-24 10:15:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	Administrative Processing at the NVC	QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 24 2009, 08:13 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Feb 24 2009, 08:51 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I believe that I have read that NVC can send a case back to USCIS if there is a problem with a name check or something. I will defer to VJers with longer tenure than mine, but I seem to remember reading about a case that was returned because of a name problem or incomplete file. I agree that it is rare though. that's why we hired a lawyer to avoid such little problems as mistakes in filling. We didn't talk to our lawyer yet and we wait what he will tell us WHY? And Brad, you told before that someday Vika and you will go to Turkey It's a good idea last summer we have planned it too but because of our little son we delayed it.. About western part of Ukraine, well, the best visiting time is winter because there is a wonderful place for skiing or in summer just make a tour of ancient cities. But I prefer the first Cool. We went to Lviv in June, and had a week scheduled in Uzlissya resort. Vika got sick and we just stayed in Lviv. A great trip. We really wanted to visit Antalya in January too, but with Vika leaving for the US and all, her family needed the time.	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2009-02-24 10:10:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	Administrative Processing at the NVC	I believe that I have read that NVC can send a case back to USCIS if there is a problem with a name check or something. I will defer to VJers with longer tenure than mine, but I seem to remember reading about a case that was returned because of a name problem or incomplete file. I agree that it is rare though.	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2009-02-24 07:51:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	Administrative Processing at the NVC	QUOTE (cdneh @ Feb 21 2009, 03:20 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> You really ought to check the other thread on this Joe. There are answers to your present question there, and more besides. Did you post a link to the other thread? I looked quickly over this one, but didn't find it. Edited to say that I thought 2 days to 2 weeks was the standard answer for NVC processing. Ours was done in days, but they don't promise that, right? Edited by Brad and Vika, 21 February 2009 - 04:06 PM.	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2009-02-21 16:04:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	Administrative Processing at the NVC	QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 21 2009, 12:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Feb 21 2009, 01:21 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 21 2009, 12:12 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Feb 21 2009, 01:06 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 21 2009, 10:58 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Feb 21 2009, 11:35 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 21 2009, 07:51 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Thank you all for supporting and understanding our situation! it's really hard to be apart so long.. we hoped that processing at Vermont is the longest time for waiting and all is over, but we were mistaken.. now NVC is on the way.,I have read all your comments here and I understood that period from late 2008 till early 2009 was hard.. and many people were stuck in AP this time, maybe it took so long because of holidays? And Vermont was very slow this time.. Maybe now it will take less time and they will check background qucklier??? and I also have scare question... can the petition be denied after AP? and why? I do scare answer this question Thank you! Nadya. If I understand your question, you want to know if after advance parole (being allowed to leave the US and travel abroad - then returning to the US without a status change), your visa petition can still be denied? Advance parole comes after the visa is granted - so no. But it is possible, though not likely, that you could still be denied a green card after getting the visa and AP. no Brad, I mean the case can be denied after administrative processing.. at NVC or not? Ah, different AP - I knew I was missing something The answer is still yes, but unlikely if your paperwork was complete and correct. Sometimes the delay is caused by the same or a similar name turning up during a name check or something. It takes a little longer to sort out if that happens, and sometimes requires more information. Don't be too discouraged by it, so long as everybody has a clean record, and all relevant information was disclosed. to have case with correct info and not get RFE or something like this, we have hired a lawyer.. and thought that we could go through this long process without problems.. but right now you can see it doesn't matter if you have lawyer or not. True. Lawyers usually just charge a lot of money, and don't really add too much value to a K visa from what I can tell. DId you get an RFE for something specific? no, we didn't have any RFE or touches.. it was approved without anything.. and have to wait eternity at NVC Did NVC offer any explanation at all? Maybe call them and ask what the problem is. If you can't get answers, maybe get your Congressman involved.	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2009-02-21 12:31:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	Administrative Processing at the NVC	QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 21 2009, 12:12 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Feb 21 2009, 01:06 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 21 2009, 10:58 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Feb 21 2009, 11:35 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 21 2009, 07:51 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Thank you all for supporting and understanding our situation! it's really hard to be apart so long.. we hoped that processing at Vermont is the longest time for waiting and all is over, but we were mistaken.. now NVC is on the way.,I have read all your comments here and I understood that period from late 2008 till early 2009 was hard.. and many people were stuck in AP this time, maybe it took so long because of holidays? And Vermont was very slow this time.. Maybe now it will take less time and they will check background qucklier??? and I also have scare question... can the petition be denied after AP? and why? I do scare answer this question Thank you! Nadya. If I understand your question, you want to know if after advance parole (being allowed to leave the US and travel abroad - then returning to the US without a status change), your visa petition can still be denied? Advance parole comes after the visa is granted - so no. But it is possible, though not likely, that you could still be denied a green card after getting the visa and AP. no Brad, I mean the case can be denied after administrative processing.. at NVC or not? Ah, different AP - I knew I was missing something The answer is still yes, but unlikely if your paperwork was complete and correct. Sometimes the delay is caused by the same or a similar name turning up during a name check or something. It takes a little longer to sort out if that happens, and sometimes requires more information. Don't be too discouraged by it, so long as everybody has a clean record, and all relevant information was disclosed. to have case with correct info and not get RFE or something like this, we have hired a lawyer.. and thought that we could go through this long process without problems.. but right now you can see it doesn't matter if you have lawyer or not. True. Lawyers usually just charge a lot of money, and don't really add too much value to a K visa from what I can tell. DId you get an RFE for something specific?	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2009-02-21 12:21:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	Administrative Processing at the NVC	QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 21 2009, 10:58 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Feb 21 2009, 11:35 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 21 2009, 07:51 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Thank you all for supporting and understanding our situation! it's really hard to be apart so long.. we hoped that processing at Vermont is the longest time for waiting and all is over, but we were mistaken.. now NVC is on the way.,I have read all your comments here and I understood that period from late 2008 till early 2009 was hard.. and many people were stuck in AP this time, maybe it took so long because of holidays? And Vermont was very slow this time.. Maybe now it will take less time and they will check background qucklier??? and I also have scare question... can the petition be denied after AP? and why? I do scare answer this question Thank you! Nadya. If I understand your question, you want to know if after advance parole (being allowed to leave the US and travel abroad - then returning to the US without a status change), your visa petition can still be denied? Advance parole comes after the visa is granted - so no. But it is possible, though not likely, that you could still be denied a green card after getting the visa and AP. no Brad, I mean the case can be denied after administrative processing.. at NVC or not? Ah, different AP - I knew I was missing something The answer is still yes, but unlikely if your paperwork was complete and correct. Sometimes the delay is caused by the same or a similar name turning up during a name check or something. It takes a little longer to sort out if that happens, and sometimes requires more information. Don't be too discouraged by it, so long as everybody has a clean record, and all relevant information was disclosed.	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2009-02-21 12:06:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	Administrative Processing at the NVC	QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 21 2009, 07:51 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Thank you all for supporting and understanding our situation! it's really hard to be apart so long.. we hoped that processing at Vermont is the longest time for waiting and all is over, but we were mistaken.. now NVC is on the way.,I have read all your comments here and I understood that period from late 2008 till early 2009 was hard.. and many people were stuck in AP this time, maybe it took so long because of holidays? And Vermont was very slow this time.. Maybe now it will take less time and they will check background qucklier??? and I also have scare question... can the petition be denied after AP? and why? I do scare answer this question Thank you! Nadya. If I understand your question, you want to know if after advance parole (being allowed to leave the US and travel abroad - then returning to the US without a status change), your visa petition can still be denied? Advance parole comes after the visa is granted - so no. But it is possible, though not likely, that you could still be denied a green card after getting the visa and AP.	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2009-02-21 10:35:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	Administrative Processing at the NVC	QUOTE (Gary and Alla @ Feb 20 2009, 10:24 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 20 2009, 09:19 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Thank you for your words of support. I try to be in Ukraine as much as I can...last year alone, I was there 4 times...in one occasion it was a 3 day weekend just for our son's 1st birthday.... I am starting to wonder if I should start considering moving there until this entire case is resolved... Joe LOL, I was feeling the same. I was there 6 times in 10 months, once for three days also. The driver I use was convinced I am absolutely out of my mind. Anyway, best of luck Only three times for me - but I was back in January (technically four in twelve months). And Gary's driver is correct - we are all a little nuts to do it - in a good way.	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2009-02-20 22:27:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	Administrative Processing at the NVC	QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 20 2009, 10:14 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Feb 20 2009, 10:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 20 2009, 10:03 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Feb 20 2009, 09:58 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 20 2009, 09:56 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Feb 20 2009, 09:54 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Where in Ukraine do you visit? Do you travel together? Brad, My Fiancee and son are living in Kiev. However she was born in Stakhanov...lovely little town though. :-D If you have to visit again before processing is complete, I recommend a trip to Lvov if you haven't been. Great family place - very kid friendly and won't break the bank either. Wow.... that's the West part of Ukraine.... where they actually speak Ukrainian.. :-D I was fortunate enough to only go to Stakhanov which is near Lugansk - East (near the Russian border)..It was an 18 hour trip on a train...but guess what ?!?!??!!?! I enjoyed every single minute of it. :-D It brings back good memories of almost 2 years ago when I was there to see her family for the first time....geeeee...talk about being nervous... I understand. I spent my last birthday with Viktoria's family. It was kind of a "here is a great reason for all the relatives to come check you out". They were awesome, and I had a great time. I have to say that I am not a big fan of the night train though. Guess I am too spoiled hehehehehe...you said it all my brother...hehehehehehehehe 2 hour flight is awesome....;-) There you go We are still dreaming about visiting Turkey when Vika completes AOS. I wanted to go during this last visit, but she planned all our time out with her family (understandably). Her parents did come all the way to Kiev to give a formal blessing before we left - under an Orthodox icon and everything. Very moving, and I was VERY happy not to take the night train to Kherson	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2009-02-20 22:19:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	Administrative Processing at the NVC	QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 20 2009, 10:03 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Feb 20 2009, 09:58 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 20 2009, 09:56 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Feb 20 2009, 09:54 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Where in Ukraine do you visit? Do you travel together? Brad, My Fiancee and son are living in Kiev. However she was born in Stakhanov...lovely little town though. :-D If you have to visit again before processing is complete, I recommend a trip to Lvov if you haven't been. Great family place - very kid friendly and won't break the bank either. Wow.... that's the West part of Ukraine.... where they actually speak Ukrainian.. :-D I was fortunate enough to only go to Stakhanov which is near Lugansk - East (near the Russian border)..It was an 18 hour trip on a train...but guess what ?!?!??!!?! I enjoyed every single minute of it. :-D It brings back good memories of almost 2 years ago when I was there to see her family for the first time....geeeee...talk about being nervous... I understand. I spent my last birthday with Viktoria's family. It was kind of a "here is a great reason for all the relatives to come check you out". They were awesome, and I had a great time. I have to say that I am not a big fan of the night train though. Guess I am too spoiled	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2009-02-20 22:09:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	Administrative Processing at the NVC	QUOTE (Joe & Nadya @ Feb 20 2009, 09:56 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Feb 20 2009, 09:54 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Where in Ukraine do you visit? Do you travel together? Brad, My Fiancee and son are living in Kiev. However she was born in Stakhanov...lovely little town though. :-D If you have to visit again before processing is complete, I recommend a trip to Lvov if you haven't been. Great family place - very kid friendly and won't break the bank either.	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2009-02-20 21:58:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	Administrative Processing at the NVC	Where in Ukraine do you visit? Do you travel together?	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2009-02-20 21:54:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	Administrative Processing at the NVC	I think the KEV# stays with the file from here on out.	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2009-02-20 21:48:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	Administrative Processing at the NVC	Sorry to hear about your troubles. I hope the process speeds up for you.	Brad and Vika	Male	Ukraine	2009-02-20 21:46:00