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IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013
Just called NVC and my case is now completed! I am so happy, so just waiting for interview date now.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-26 13:36:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

How long before the IV fee becomes available? I paid my AOS fee on Friday and I still don't have the IV fee listed. AOS still show processing . I know it said 2-3 business day but a check can clear the bank on the weekend so I don't see why thats a big deal.

No bank clear checks on weekend, but sometime they will release the IV fee but normally it's not until the AOS clear.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-25 22:07:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

I just received today a fake checklist (I called and they told to me disregard it), and I was wandering, if that is a good news, such as they are working on my case or nothing. Those of you who have gotten a fake checklist was your case finished shortly after you received it???

No I got one on 13 Nov and I'm still waiting.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-25 22:02:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

The agent of support form is where I'm having the most trouble with. They (NVC) sent my husband a letter stating that his first step is to fill out the agent form DS-261 online otherwise nothing can be done yet, but Bosnia isn't a country on the list that does electronic processing. Is it just that the agent form is online now for everyone? I was copied in on the email and it states numerous times that he should go online and do it....can someone please advise.??

You can go online and fill it out for him. But your going to have to mail in all form i.e AOS and IV packets, you cannot do electronic processing. Once you do the online DS261, then NVC will all messages through the email along with the link to paid your AOS and IV fee.


jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-25 18:36:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013
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But isn't it needs to be submitted while interview? I have seen quite many a cases that people apply for PCC only when case gets completed at NVC. I am not pretty much sure what all are the docs that need to be submitted in packet IV.
 
Also, do you have any idea about my ques above?[/quote
No it has to submitted as part of the IV packet before interview.







jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-24 13:43:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

Question about the DS/260. Once it is completed online will it require a live signature like the AOS, or can I do it, instead of my husband who is the beneficiary?

No live signature is require, online submitted application. But it will ask who help fill out the application.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-23 01:28:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

I paid the AOS fee but where is the cover sheet located at? The one I see with barcodes are labeled "Affidavit of Support (AOS) Processing Fee Bill Invoice" is that the one?

It's under the receipt tab:

Unless this case has joined the Electronic Processing Program you will need a Document Cover Sheet. You may use the Print Document Cover Sheet button below to print one now. If you cannot print a copy now use the Email Document Cover Sheet button to send an electronic copy to an e-mail address where it can be printed later.

The petitioner must next submit an Affidavit of Support with supporting financial evidence. Click the AOS Processing Instructions button below.

click: email document cover






jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-23 00:30:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

 

I filled out the form online, but when I try to add N/A, Adobe Reader doesn't allow me.

Can I write "N/A" with pen?

Yes that what i did. Make sure its a black pen.


jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-22 17:06:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

Hi,
I just paid my AOS fee, but it's in a process, I print out a cover sheet, which says I should attache it on the top of the package.
 
So I am not sure do I have to wait to see that the payment is proceed or I can send the package without waiting to be proceed?
 
Thank you




You can go ahead and send the package. Until the IV fee is showing paid you won't able to fill out the DS 260.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-22 16:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

i paid yesterday and it is still saying in progress so i have to wait until it states paid in there so i can get this address ? i saw alot of people mailed their packages before it stated paid in there because this would take more business days to be shown....am i wrong ?

You can but then you have to write your case no. on all document when if you have the cover sheet, it has all the info on it, so easier to match to your case file. But it's up to you, mine was available right away.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-22 14:07:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

I do have dependants so I guess I can't use that the part I was asking bout is part 3 page 2 about other family members of the sponsored immigrant..leave blank or n/a? Thank u for your help

Then use N/A. :-)
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-22 14:03:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

hey guys i paid the AOS fee online yesterday and i want to mail the AOS package to the NVC so i am lost which mailing address to mail it from these tow addresses below :
 
THIS ONE
 
National Visa Center
Attn: WC
31 Rochester Avenue, Suite 200
Portsmouth, NH 03801-2909
 
OR THIS ONE
 
National Visa Center
31 Rochester Ave, Suite 200
Portsmouth, NH 03801-2915
 
please guys i need your help and your answer back standing on your experiences recently with the NVC
and i don't want to mail my package to a different address and get the process for my case delayed
Thanks
















Use the cover sheet that available once you paid your AOS it has the address on it and you must send the cover sheet with the document.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-22 13:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

did u put n/a on anything else like on queation where it ask about other family members or leave those parts blank?

If you don't have any dependent use the I864EZ and you won't have too! Also where it ask about your address if it's different, please put N/A there as well. I hope this help you.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-22 13:52:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

put n/a in the alien number box?

Yes Alien Number box, they don't like blank block. And I did say may get a checklist. I myself put the number that was on NOA2 above hubby name in that block. Not my alien no. And my AOS got approved.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-22 13:41:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

so has anyone got any confirmation of the n/a situation i opt to leave it blank cuz thsts what it says to do but im worried cause i dont want it to be sent back at all for some dumb reason like that...on the alien number someone said they got one for their spouse on noa2 is this correct?

Sorry to say that if you didn't put N/A in that block you may get a checklist.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-22 12:58:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

 
For i-864A there are no specific instruction about none or N/A. But for i-864 it specifically says blank. By the time the NVC people gets briefed about it, they will start RFE-ing for putting N/A and not putting blank.


Someone called NVC today and was told not to leave anything blank, even if instruction say so. I myself use N/A and never got a checklist for using it.

jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-21 17:42:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

Then if putting N/A in the blanks doesn't cause a checklist but leaving it blank might cause a checklist.. It would make sense to do it no matter what the instructions say.. Thank You

????
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-21 12:28:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

I see people getting checklist for NOT putting N/A but... has anyone got a checklist for putting N/A?..

I put N/A on my AOS application and I never got a checklist for it and it was approved.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-21 12:20:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

 
So your husband had an A# already. I am assuming he is the beneficiary. He has been to US before?

Yes he has, but if your unsure put N/A it won't hurt. But if you want to leave it blank do so. It's just lately a lot of individuals are getting checklist for leaving block blank. Call NVC to be on the safe side.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-21 11:48:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

 
So for example, in Part 2 Item 5, where they ask for A# for principal applicant, did you out None ? or left it blank?

I can only speak for myself, but I put the number that was on my NOA2 for my husband. I put it on the AOS form and it got review with any problem and I also added it on my IV application, still waiting for that one to be review this week or next.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-21 11:10:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

Guys do not put N/A on everything... This is not correct.. Some parts needs to remain blank.. Things which are not required in your case please see instructions asked some one.. But do not put N/A blindly on everything which is not for you.. N/A is only qualify for some portions.. Read instructions.. Take guide ness better to ask NVC representers..


Same MSG for u too.. Be carefull..


Or may be SAylin can help...





If you don't put N/A be prepare for a checklist and waiting another 30 working days for packet to be review!
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-21 09:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

hi guys so i am reading we should put n/a on anything that we would usually leave blank if it doesnt pertain to us on the i-864...does that go for our joint sponsor as well? and also have any of u had the problem of after you payed aos with paying iv fee? i go to the website it says paid so i scroll down to iv it says pay well i click on it and there is nothing on the next page no name no fee no box to select..totally confused why wont it let me pay if i am able to click the pay tab?

Sometime it takes a couple of days before IV fee is available.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-21 09:32:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

I did the same exact thing. Called them everyday before going bed however tonight they finally gave me a case number. Woohoo. But now what? I have a case number but can I pay my bills and start the process now? Or do I have to wait for them to generate my two bills before I start? Do tell. My wife is pretty much done with her DS-260 preparation. All she needs now is the police report which should be done tomorrow. For those that filed their paperwork already, how do you submit all the paperwork with the DS-260. Can she just scan them and email it in or does she need to mail it out via USPS? I understand my process for the AOS, I am just hazy on the DS-260 since DS-230 is no longer valid as of September.

Any help or tips will be much appreciated.

TIA VJ team!!!!



You can pay bills once there are available, and then you can submit your paperwork i.e AOS and IV Packet. However you won't be able to submitt the DS260 unti the IV fee is showing paid.

I did the same exact thing. Called them everyday before going bed however tonight they finally gave me a case number. Woohoo. But now what? I have a case number but can I pay my bills and start the process now? Or do I have to wait for them to generate my two bills before I start? Do tell. My wife is pretty much done with her DS-260 preparation. All she needs now is the police report which should be done tomorrow. For those that filed their paperwork already, how do you submit all the paperwork with the DS-260. Can she just scan them and email it in or does she need to mail it out via USPS? I understand my process for the AOS, I am just hazy on the DS-260 since DS-230 is no longer valid as of September.

Any help or tips will be much appreciated.

TIA VJ team!!!!



You can pay bills once there are available, and then you can submit your paperwork i.e AOS and IV Packet. However you won't be able to submitt the DS260 unti the IV fee is showing paid.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-21 00:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

Do we have a "consensus" for putting N/A or leaving irrelevant fields empty for I-864 ( not I-864A or I-864EZ)?

Put N/A do not leave anything blanks!
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-20 20:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013
That will work as well.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-20 14:28:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

Directing this question to those who filled out form I-864EZ:
 
I think the PDF file is really messed up as I am answering Part 3 Question 14 and checking the box "I am a U.S. Citizen".  I, then move on to answer rest of the questions until I get to Part 5 Question 19 and check the checkbox and the form outputs an error saying "Invalid value USC..." and automatically unchecks Part 3 Question 14 checkbox that I had checked.
 
This is seriously f****d up, I can't even get either of them to check now, I can only check one of the other but not both.  Has anyone noticed this behavior or can please confirm?  If this is an issue in the form, I will have to contact NVC urgently as this should be fixed!



What I did was fillout when you can on the computer and after you print form, just use a black pen and filling the questions that you could not type in. That's what I did and you won't get the form return back to you. Use your best hand writing.

Directing this question to those who filled out form I-864EZ:
 
I think the PDF file is really messed up as I am answering Part 3 Question 14 and checking the box "I am a U.S. Citizen".  I, then move on to answer rest of the questions until I get to Part 5 Question 19 and check the checkbox and the form outputs an error saying "Invalid value USC..." and automatically unchecks Part 3 Question 14 checkbox that I had checked.
 
This is seriously f****d up, I can't even get either of them to check now, I can only check one of the other but not both.  Has anyone noticed this behavior or can please confirm?  If this is an issue in the form, I will have to contact NVC urgently as this should be fixed!



What I did was fillout when you can on the computer and after you print form, just use a black pen and filling the questions that you could not type in. That's what I did and you won't get the form return back to you. Use your best hand writing.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-20 11:53:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

 
Did people get a N/A checklist for i-864 or i-864A and i-864ez. I don't remember anyone getting checking for not putting N/A in i-864

I put N/A on everything that did not apply to me because I read a while ago to do it regardless of what they said. So I never receive a checklist for that.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-20 09:31:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013
Well either way, it still faster then the USCIS which took almost 6 months just to get NOA2 approved.
Well either way, it still faster then the USCIS which took almost 6 months just to get NOA2 approved.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-20 06:47:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013
They got my AOS on 16 Oct and it was review on 13 Nov so it look like around 20 working days. So now waiting on my IV Packet which they go in system on 1Nov which I hope will be review in another 20 working days. So looking at 29 Nov till that done.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-20 00:49:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013
I had send the tax transcript but to be on the safe side I also included a copy of my W2 form as well. And my AOS was approved. Just wanted on them to approve my IV packet now! Good Luck!!
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-17 02:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

How long is it currently taking from the uscis approval to apear at nvc system.  Anyone recently got in touch and received the reply that they got ur file. how long is it taking?

Mine took two weeks to show in NVC system.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-15 23:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

Hi all,

 

Just called NVC. We got a case complete! It happened yesterday. So far no interview date has been fixed. The rep said they will email us when interview is scheduled. How long do you think will we have to wait?

 

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Congrats!!


jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-15 13:48:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

Yeah I figure that much. Did you pay yours online?? If so did you pay for both the AOS and IV together or separately? Thanks

You have to pay them separately, AOS fee $88  IV fee $230


jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-15 13:44:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013
You might have to resubmit the paperwork again along with the original documents (i.e birth, and marriage certificates). But until you get a case number from NVC there not much you can do until then. But once you paid your AOS or IV fee, you can send all documents in together to save some time. You will not be able to fill out your IV application until your IV fee show paid. So keep that in mind.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-15 11:15:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013
My NOA2 took two weeks to get to the NVC and I was able to get my case no. over the phone along with giving my email address at the same time.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-14 21:34:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013
Call NVC and gave them your emails address
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-14 21:22:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

from FAQ's page 1
 
Help! I can't sign into the payment portal. Why?

If you're getting an error message ("Please be advised that the case that you have attempted to access is not eligible for further processing by the National Visa Center at this time" or "This case is in the process of termination. Fee payments and online forms can no longer be accepted" or "You cannot make online payments for your case at this time. Please contact the NVC if you have questions or need further information."), do NOT panic. This is actually good news! If you just got your case number, then this message means NVC is inputting your case in their system. If you get this message a few days after case number generation, then it's a good possibility that NVC is invoicing your AOS bill. And if this message appears a few days after DS-3032 acceptance, then there's a good chance the IV bill is being invoiced.

 





It look like the system hasn't caught up to the email yet! Gave it a few hours. :-)
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-14 17:22:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

 
Congratulations!  I am glad you got answers.  I think that's the same grumpy, rude woman I got last week.  But, I'm glad your call back got you a better response.  :)
 
 
Congrats!!!  YAY!  You will have it before Christmas!  WOOOHOOO!  :)
 
 
Jayjam...good points & I agree.  I think it's important for our Senators and Representatives to be made aware and apply appropriate pressure.  The wait times are ridiculous... in addition to even the wait times we sit on hold when we call.  Totally agree with you 100%.
 
Also agree that Saylin has been a great help to me and many others.  This site has salvaged my sanity through this process.  Saylin in particular has been very helpful during this arduous stage of the process.
 
 
Glad you asked this....I'm trying to figure out what to expect.  Still waiting for something after sending in my AOS and IV packages...
 
 
Thanks also for posting...this helps me know what to look for!
 
 
Thanks for the info.
 
 
I called and was told that my documents (IV and AOS) were received on the 4th and 8th, which isn't true...they both came one week before those dates (as in, Fed-Ex dropped them off one week prior.)  Does anyone know what "received" means in NVC language?  They want me to wait 30 more days to call back.  Obviously, I won't.  But, what's the likely timeframe for the docs to be reviewed based on what you all have been seeing/experiencing?




















It mean when someone actual input the documents in the system, not when it arrived at NVC.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-13 23:03:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013

 Here's the text from the last page of the checklist letter that I received. (I received it on Oct 11 and I got my case complete exactly 20 calendar days later.)
 
______CORRESPONDENCE INSTRUCTIONS:_________________________________
When responding to the National Visa Center, please include the bar code sheet that came with this
letter. Failure to include the bar code sheet may cause a delay in the processing of your case. The bar
code sheet should be placed on top of all documents being submitted for this case and mailed to the
address provided.
 
______1 - IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION PART 1:_______________________
 
The National Visa Center received your DS-260 form. We are waiting for the traveling applicants
supporting civil documents to be submitted to the NVC. Your online Immigrant Visa Application will be
reviewed upon receipt of your supporting documentation.
To view which documents the applicant must submit to the NVC, please go to:
http://travel.state..../info_3195.html.
[A4S 10/11/2013] PRS2013******














Yes that's the same letter I got too! I called and they said to ignore it as well. Thanks!!
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-13 18:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - November 2013
I just receive a email with a checklist that says that we receive your DS260' please submit your civil documents. They have my civil document already, should I just ignore the email.
jmack2743FemaleUnited Kingdom2013-11-13 17:26:00