ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
USCIS Service CentersOctober
Imy I-130 was received October 10,2012 the USCIS website says it was last updated 12,12,2012 and it is still pending on the site. I'm also about to go Mad worrying when my husbands petition will be approved.
LaDonnaDFemaleMexico2013-04-25 23:29:00
USCIS Service Centers10/10/12 I-130 being processed at NBC
I called the USCIS today and talked to a really nice lady. She told me that my I-130 is being processed at the NBC and that they don't have a processing time like the other BC's. My husband leaves Tuesday back to Mexico to wait out this LONG wait. I my priority date is October 10,2012 and since there is no processing time posted for that center I have no idea how long we are looking at for it to get approved. :crying:
LaDonnaDFemaleMexico2013-04-26 10:27:00
USCIS Service CentersIs there any updates on NBC
It sucks having to wait for some kind of news.:(
LaDonnaDFemaleMexico2013-05-14 23:55:00
USCIS Service CentersIs there any updates on NBC
Is there anyone out there that has an update on NBC. Are they working or are they jammed up, my husbands petition has been there since 12/12/12 the application was filed 10/12/12
LaDonnaDFemaleMexico2013-05-12 22:42:00
USCIS Service Centersemail address for nbc?
I filed my I-130 in October and its at the NBC . I haven't heard nothing and when I called I was just told to wait.
LaDonnaDFemaleMexico2013-05-26 11:07:00
USCIS Service CentersJuly - January CSC Filers Who Have Been Skipped Over
I'm oct. 10th and I haven't heard nothing yet.
I'm oct. 10th and I haven't heard nothing yet.
LaDonnaDFemaleMexico2013-06-02 11:18:00
USCIS Service CentersNeed a little help.

I am the petitioner I am from the united states and my husband is from mexico. I filed the I-130.


LaDonnaDFemaleMexico2013-06-04 20:05:00
USCIS Service CentersNeed a little help.

I called my attorney to ask if he will call them to check. the priority date on my I-797c form says October 10,2012 and its been 8 months now.. my husband took a voluntary departure so I am getting very frustrated. I am afraid they might have lost my petition.


LaDonnaDFemaleMexico2013-06-04 19:50:00
USCIS Service CentersNeed a little help.
It's for the I-130 and he's my husband
LaDonnaDFemaleMexico2013-06-02 21:39:00
USCIS Service CentersNeed a little help.
So when I got my letter letting me know my petition for my husband was at NBC , does it stay there to get approved or is it sent somewhere else? I've looked at the processing times for Vermont and there processing october, I'm October 12th and I'm just getting angry cause I can't figure out what's going on.
LaDonnaDFemaleMexico2013-06-02 11:10:00
USCIS Service CentersNBC - AOS processing times
I hope not.
LaDonnaDFemaleMexico2013-05-01 23:32:00
USCIS Service CentersNBC - AOS processing times
Oh no our petition is at NBC, it's already been 6 months now I have to wait longer :(
LaDonnaDFemaleMexico2013-04-27 23:09:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsI finally got something in the mail.

Well it was not what I hoped it was but at least it is something. I got a letter today asking for more evidence, which is fine at least now I know where my petition is and that it was finally looked at. so now I am gathering all the information that is being asked for.


LaDonnaDFemaleMexico2013-06-23 17:40:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsOctober 2012 I-130 Filers
Atlanta Georgia is where I live never said my petition was her.I sent my petition to USCIS and then it was sent to NBC so now I don't know if its still there so Iv called my attorney to have him locate it.
Atlanta Georgia is where I live never said my petition was her.I sent my petition to USCIS and then it was sent to NBC so now I don't know if its still there so Iv called my attorney to have him locate it.
LaDonnaDFemaleMexico2013-06-08 22:32:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsOctober 2012 I-130 Filers
As for the adjustment of statues pending cant figure out how to change it .
LaDonnaDFemaleMexico2013-06-08 11:01:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsOctober 2012 I-130 Filers
I've filed an I-130
LaDonnaDFemaleMexico2013-06-08 10:53:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsOctober 2012 I-130 Filers
Is anyone In October still waiting? I have not heard anything since getting my first letter priority date 10/12/12.
LaDonnaDFemaleMexico2013-06-08 09:56:00
PhilippinesI-134 AOS Question

 

There is not a fee with the I-134.  Simple follow the embassy instructions letter and all will be fine.  

 

When is your interview?


 

Here are the I-864P guidelines follow the 125% column.  For two people you need a minimum income of $19,387


WOW that's ALL!!!  Thanks so much for this information,  very very useful


http://www.uscis.gov...form/i-864p.pdf for the poverty levels.  I already shows the 125% for ya.

Thanks DR,  now I can bring the entire family rofl.gif


jahmakekaMalePhilippines2013-09-16 14:57:00
PhilippinesI-134 AOS Question

Yes, you need an I-134 for the interview.  And it has to have an original signature, it cannot be a copy.  2012 ITR and W-2.  If the petitioner makes more than 125% of the poverty level income for this year, you probably won't need the letter from employer and bank statements, but those are easy to get, scan, and email over.

 

 

 

I think I am above the poverty level.  Do I multiply 125% by the poverty level and then total?


jahmakekaMalePhilippines2013-09-16 14:14:00
PhilippinesI-134 AOS Question

"Hank" To answer your question "yes". We are about to interview and on the instruction for her interview, it stated that she needed a I-134 form.

 

"EVIDENCE OF SUPPORT. You should be able to demonstrate that you will not become a public charge or be a burden on the U.S. taxpayers for financial support. A completed I-134 Affidavit of Support Form with original signature will be useful to the consular officer to evaluate your petitioner?s ability to be financially responsible for you. You should also submit your petitioner?s most recent U.S. Federal income tax return (Form 1040) and wage statements (Form W-2). Employment letters stating salaries and bank statements may be included to substantiate the I-134. Download Form I-134 at http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis."

 

http://photos.state....f2_rtf2_001.pdf


jahmakekaMalePhilippines2013-09-16 13:44:00
PhilippinesI-134 AOS Question

We are so close our interview.  I sent my AOS package overnight for my fiancé.  Can I pay the AOS fee although I have not received the paperwork?


jahmakekaMalePhilippines2013-09-16 07:23:00
PhilippinesDeadline (Experienced Manila Couples Preferred)

Is it cheaper to book the ticket in the Philippines rather than the US?


jahmakekaMalePhilippines2013-10-30 09:22:00
PhilippinesDeadline (Experienced Manila Couples Preferred)
@rickandchez

did you pick up your visa immediately or did you have it mailed to you?


jahmakekaMalePhilippines2013-10-28 23:42:00
PhilippinesDeadline (Experienced Manila Couples Preferred)
I want to see my son on his first birthday December 18th. Her oldest has to re-take the X ray November 29th. How long is the turn around after the Visa is approved from Embassy to 2go? I know they don't recommend purchase the tickets early but the price of the tickets changes dramatically closer to the flight date.
jahmakekaMalePhilippines2013-10-28 22:50:00
PhilippinesScheduling an Interview

I didn't know there was a maximum amount of times you can cancel and rebook your interview online.  I was trying to get a better appointment date than the one the system generated.  Now that I see a better appointment date and want to book however I get this message " see attachment".  What is the best way to get pass this and rebook?  Is there a way they can reset the amount of times you cancel?  Please help!!

 

 

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Edited by jahmakeka, 03 December 2013 - 03:20 PM.

jahmakekaMalePhilippines2013-12-03 15:13:00
Philippinesemergency response needed
please keep in mind this is not a CFO issue this is a CRBA issue. my son has a US passport and his the CRBA
jahmakekaMalePhilippines2014-03-04 00:08:00
Philippinesemergency response needed

Isn't the CFO seminar a requiremen needs to go? If it's a requirement she cannot enter the US until she has completed the seminar.


yes it is required we fix that this morning at 630 but now Delta is telling her that my son needs to go the u s embassy to be cleared for travel since he is a first time traveler on his US passport. CRBA. is this true?

jahmakekaMalePhilippines2014-03-04 00:06:00
Philippinesemergency response needed
Emergency Response Needed. my fiance is at the airport. she got turned away because she didn't do the CFO seminar. this wasn't explained to us during the initial interviewat the US Embassymy son is with her and has a US passport and traveling for the first time. Delta told her that she has to go back to the embassy for him to be clearedas a first time traveler with the US passport. is this true? we miss the flight for Tuesday March 4th and will be missing the flight for March 5th
jahmakekaMalePhilippines2014-03-03 23:42:00
Middle East and North AfricaK1 Visa Issued - Cairo

Congratulations!  I, too, share the same experience.  K1 is supposed to be faster but it not. Also K1 is very costly.


jahmakekaMalePhilippines2014-02-05 08:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1/K2 No one gets left behind!!!

I have a question regarding the K1 and K2 visa fees.  The K1 visa for Manila is $240.  Do I have to pay the same price for each child? (K2).


jahmakekaMalePhilippines2013-08-30 13:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWait time between divorce and I-129F?

There is no wait time, but be sure to prove it on your final divorce decree. 


jahmakekaMalePhilippines2014-01-28 10:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPoint of Entry - What to expect?

@VJ Members.   She will be traveling alone with the kids.  At the Point of Entry (Immigration)  did any of you get a security pass to the Immigration area just in case your beneficiary needed assistance or do they not allow anyone through?


jahmakekaMalePhilippines2014-02-21 14:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPoint of Entry - What to expect?

 

I would like to share my experience at Atlanta POE yesterday...
 

First, I went in one of the "visitors" booths. The officer there took my sealed envelope and my passport. He also took a photo of me. Then, he put my stuff in a plastic folder and escorted me to the Tripod. I waited there for about 30'. The airport was very busy yesterday!
The officer at the Tripod never took my fingerprints. He asked me a few questions: 
-What did you come here to do? - I came here to get married!
 
-When are you planning to do that? - (Gave him the date)
 
-And you're going to stay? - I will apply for AOS
 
They did not keep my x-ray. I told them that, according to the Embassy, I was supposed to deliver it at the POE. He said: No, we are not doctors! Keep it and give it to your doctor to have it in your medical history.
 
They also asked me several times if I have any food with me and what kind of food was that. I told them. They never asked to search my suitcases.
 
After typing some of my data in their system, they gave me a sheet with information for my next steps, handed me my stamped passport and wished me Good Luck!
 
That was it! As sipmply as it could be!
 
The question is: what about the fingerprints? Has this happened to anyone else? I mean, them not taking the fingerprints at this point?

 

Congratulations Kev N Ann.  This is a great post! I was concerned about the wait times because my fiancé has my 13 month old son and you know kids can get very impatient.  Also as you know we have a very large Airport. I will also share my experience here for those who are traveling on a K-1 and K-2 visas. My entire family will be arriving March 4th.  Again congratulations and I wish you the best with your fiancé and a long happy life together.


jahmakekaMalePhilippines2014-02-21 07:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPoint of Entry - What to expect?

 

The ELIS fee is for family-based visas like IR1/CR1s, etc. K1s need not worry about this. Point of Entry (POE) is simply like going through regular immigration check, submitting the filled-up customs declaration form & passport. The difference is she has to surrender the visa packet upfront (as you know already). Some POEs have special lines for "First time immigrants." Advice your fiancee that she needs to look for this or ask for where to proceed upon arrival at her first US airport. She might be asked a couple of questions like which state she's going to reside, etc. Her biometric & picture will be taken at that point as well. The I-94 is online now, as mentioned. The immigration check could last from ~30mins to 1.5 hours depending on how busy the POE airport is.

 

Also, don't forget applicable fees while departing from Manila airport:

- Travel Tax, PhP 1620

- Terminal Fee, PhP 550

- Excess luggage fee (depends on the airline)

- Extra money for food, emergency, etc.

 

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wow, thanks for the info, you are awesome!!


 

The amount of time it takes to process depends on your POE.  If you arrived during a busy time, then it may take a while.  It can take as little as 30 min or as long as 2 hours (or more).

 

The I-94's are all electronic now so I don't think there is anything to fill out anymore.  You used to have to fill out the paper I-94.  The only other form to fill out is your customs form, but that's after you clear immigration.

Thanks for the response,  wish us well!!!


jahmakekaMalePhilippines2014-02-20 12:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPoint of Entry - What to expect?

As a K-1 visa holder you do NOT have to pay the $165 fee.  When you get to your POE, you hand your passport and K-1 visa packet to the officer...he will get your fingerprints and photo, then you will go to another waiting area.  You will then visit with an immigration officer who will ask you a few questions and then you'll be on your way.

 

 

 How long does the process take and are there any additional forms to fill out?


jahmakekaMalePhilippines2014-02-20 10:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPoint of Entry - What to expect?

We'll we finally have the tickets purchased.  I have two questions. Do the K-1 have to pay the immigration fee of $165 (ELIS)?  What instructions do she and I need to do at immigration once she arrives at the Point of Entry with her packet?


jahmakekaMalePhilippines2014-02-20 09:27:00
USCIS Service CentersWhere are my papers?

Fill out your timeline so we can better assist you. It usually takes upto 30 days for NVC to receive the case and provide case no. Call uscis,ask for tier 2 IO and ask him when it was mailed out of the facility

Called tier 2 support several times. Thy never call back. Finally I got the tracking number after sending an email to doh. Now NVC is denying receipt of the package and they want UCIS to directly call them and give them the package number. Looks as if this problem will never end.
mcadaNot TellingIndia2013-02-21 20:31:00
USCIS Service CentersWhere are my papers?
Hi,

Please give your advice. I received my NAO2 on November 26, 2012. The NAO2 states clearly that my approved 129F has been sent to the "listed Consulate" whereas it should have been sent to NVC. They are shuttling me from NVC, to DOS to Vermont Service Center. No one is able to tell me where my papers are. Without a case number I cannot do anything. Please help.
mcadaNot TellingIndia2013-02-18 17:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsK1 Visa
Hi,

My 129F was approved on Nove.26th 2012. The letter said your papers have been sent to the specified embassy. When I call NVC they have no record of this case at all. Calling Mumbai is no use as no one answers phonecalls. Vermont Service said they will callback within 3 days but they never did. Called DOS and they say I have to wait. Called NVC and they asked me send an email to NVCresearch@State.gov and it is more than 10 days. No response. When I visit the Travveldocs India website they have a way to register and pay the Visa fees without the case number. Any one had the same experience? My visa expires on March 25th. Please help.
mcadaNot TellingIndia2013-02-18 08:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCase forwarded to New Delhi Consulate, what do i Do now??

once your i129f petition is approved is forwarded to NVC. you could call the NVC and get your case number. Your case is forwarded from NVC to the U.S. Consulate in New Delhi where your fiance(e) will have the interview.
So, yes you could call the DOS and give them your case number and they will tell you when the interview date. DOS has the same information as the New Delhi Consulate. hope that helps!!..good luck!!

Hi,

My NOA2 came on Nov.26th. It stated that my petition has been approved and forwarded to the "specified" consulate. My fiance has not received packet 3. When we call NVC they ask us to send an email. When we call Vermont Service Center they say, my papers were sent directly to the "specified" cconsulate. I did not specify any consular office other than India. I am at a dead end. Can someone help me?
mcadaNot TellingIndia2013-02-11 17:53:00