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QUOTE (Betsy El Sum @ Apr 23 2009, 07:05 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

I filed for I-130 on Feb 19th, Noa1 on March 3rd. April 11th I received an RFE in the mail. It was dated April 3rd. I sent back the information the very same day. Keep in mind the whole time, my status on USCIS has never changed and no updates had been made including showing I ever received an RFE in the first place. Now today, I recieved an email that says on April 8th an RFE was sent out to you requesting additional information. Can I assume this is the same RFE or a totally diffferent one??? I am really freaking out. Why would I get another RFE?? My original RFE was a request for the Arabic language copy of my marriage contract. I am sooooo confused.

What was the second one for exactly? The same as the first one?

I have NO IDEA. I just got an email. I haven't received anything in the mail. Funny thing is if this one is a new one, I didn't get an email for that one just snail mail. Maybe their email updates are just catching up now.

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-04-23 18:23:00

QUOTE (Paris Heart @ Apr 23 2009, 07:10 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

QUOTE (Betsy El Sum @ Apr 23 2009, 06:05 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Oh Betsy, Im sorry to hear this. But you should of got the 2nd RFE if it was true. After all you got the first, I bet its still a glitch in their system, and is actually the same RFE. Have you called them since you got this email? If not, call them.
I bet its just the same one, but call instead of driving oyurself crazy over it. Let me know what happens.
Big, big Hug!!

Beth,

Kind of ironic we both got touches today. Maybe their system is finally catching up.

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-04-23 18:18:00

QUOTE (sasha414 @ Apr 23 2009, 07:10 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

the uscis system is not very accurate, many times their emails are delayed. you can assume this email is the same RFE as what you got thru snail mail.

Oh thank you God. I sure hope so. I sent them back the information they asked for the same day I received it. It arrived there on April 15th. Please, everyone pray for me that this is the same RFE.

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-04-23 18:15:00

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-04-23 18:05:00

Info regarding RFE

QUOTE (KIMCORENE @ Apr 23 2009, 10:41 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Usually, you'll get a touch and an update showing your response has been received and case processing has resumed. No email or letter, though. Make sure to use a traceable method to send your response.

I sent it priority mail with delivery confirmation and it arrived on the 15th. No update yet. Any idea when to expect one?

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-04-23 21:43:00

Info regarding RFE

What I need to know is once you send back your requested information for your RFE, do you get an email when they receive it?? Or do they just leave you in the dark like usual?? Thanks guys!!

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-04-23 21:18:00

How many touches until approval?

I noticed I have gotten touches the last 2 days in a row. Is this usually indicative of pending approval? Or, is it just more madness from the California Service Center?

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-04-24 17:00:00

How many touches until approval?

QUOTE (payxibka @ Apr 24 2009, 06:13 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

QUOTE (Betsy El Sum @ Apr 24 2009, 05:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

I noticed I have gotten touches the last 2 days in a row. Is this usually indicative of pending approval? Or, is it just more madness from the California Service Center?

or they simply spilled coffee on your file and they needed to scan the barcode because they had to "touch" it when they cleaned it up in order to put it back in the box... or it could be and RFE.....

Thanks for the encouragement.

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-04-24 17:17:00

How many touches until approval?

I noticed I have gotten touches the last 2 days in a row. Is this usually indicative of pending approval? Or, is it just more madness from the California Service Center?

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-04-24 17:00:00

Almost ready...sending I-130

QUOTE (Breeza75 @ Apr 26 2009, 10:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Hello everyone....I just have a few questions that I have concerns about. I am about to send in I-130 packet and I want to make sure that I have everything I should include.

When writting on the back of the passport style photo, is it really necessary to write in pencil or felt tip pen?? I can understand they don't want a regular pen to press through the photo, but anyhow I wondered if they were THAT picky.

Also, thoughts on stapling or paper clip papers together? Did anyone insert two hole punches on the top of all the material (I know I'm being a bit ####### now)?

My name has changed since I got married, I now carry my husbands name. I will be including a copy of the un-expired passport with the OLD name. Also, my birth certificate, driver license and social security (both with NEW name on it). Should I have gotten a NEW passport with my new name?

Lastly, I have two letters/affidavits from family to support us. Should I include phone bills? Perhaps, emails? What about pictures? Any advice would be appreciated.

Thank you kindly.

Hello and welcome,

My husband is from Egypt as well!

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-04-26 21:10:00

I have a question about touches

Well I am not calling USCIS just to bug them. I got an RFE and I have been calling to verify that they recieved my information. I understand that you shouldn't call them just to chat.

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-04-28 09:07:00

I have a question about touches

I have had several touches in the last week. I have also spoken to the California Service Center several times this week. Does anyone know if you get a touch if you call and ask about the status of your case? Or does this mean they are probably working on things behind the scene as well?

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-04-28 07:54:00

How long before NVC assigns case number?

QUOTE (yasser/fatimah @ May 5 2009, 10:52 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Congratulations!!!!!!! May your journey with NVC once you get your case number be smooth!!!!!

Oh thank you so much!!! We are so excited!!! We miss each other like crazy.

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-05-05 13:44:00

How long before NVC assigns case number?

We just got approved on April 30th. I am interested in trying to use some of the NVC shortcuts. Any idea how soon we should expect a case number to be assigned?? Thanks!!

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-05-05 07:43:00

Got my NVC case number but now a question

QUOTE (WhidbeyGirl @ May 8 2009, 02:53 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

QUOTE (Betsy El Sum @ May 8 2009, 11:42 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

I called today and got my NVC case number only 8 days after Noa2. My question is now how long will it take before they load it into the system and we can start working on the case??

WOO HOOO!!!!

Did you give them your email address? If you did then next week you will get teh DS3032 and I-864 bill

Yes, I gave them mine and my husband's email addresses. Yeah!!!

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-05-08 13:58:00

Got my NVC case number but now a question

I called today and got my NVC case number only 8 days after Noa2. My question is now how long will it take before they load it into the system and we can start working on the case??

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-05-08 13:42:00

What is the link to sign into NVC

QUOTE (Paris Heart @ May 10 2009, 02:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

QUOTE (Betsy El Sum @ May 10 2009, 01:24 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Could someone please give me the link to sign into your account at NVC? I have called the AVR but I don't see on NVC's website where you sign in to view your case. Thanks!!!!

Betsy Poo, is this what your referring to:????
https://ceac.state.g...ice/signon.aspx

I hope it is. Talk to you later.
Beth

Hello lovie,

Yes this is what I was looking for. I wonder how I go about getting my invoice id number? Do you have to wait until they send your invoice or can you beg it out of an operator?? How are you today Beth??? Any news??? My day hasn't been the greatest. My cell phone bit the dust. And I have something in my eye and need to go to the Opthamology clinic tomorrow

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-05-10 13:50:00

What is the link to sign into NVC

Could someone please give me the link to sign into your account at NVC? I have called the AVR but I don't see on NVC's website where you sign in to view your case. Thanks!!!!

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-05-10 13:24:00

OMG I am sooooo jealous. My Noa1 was issued on March 2nd from CSC. I hope we are next!!!!!

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-03-17 12:42:00

I have called USCIS a dozen times and when you call the first level of customer service they tell you that they cannot find your receipt number. Then, when they transfer you to second line of customer service they will verify that your receipt number is correct and mention this computer glitch. Doesn't seem like it would take a brain surgeon to fix it. I just don't think it's priority for them.

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-03-16 20:08:00

OMG if we got approved that quick I think I would PEE in my pants LOL.

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-03-16 17:56:00

Yes, me too!!! I am not the worlds most patient person for stupid things like that. There is no reason my case should not be visible by now. Oh well, maybe God is trying to teach me patience. LOL

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-03-16 17:54:00

My Noa1 was dated March 2nd and I STILL am not in the system. I call USCIS all the time and get a big run around. It is frustrating to not be able to check your case online.

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-03-16 17:51:00

When can I pay my IV bill?

Thanks guys!! Yes, I have already mailed in my I-864 and it should arrive there on Tuesday. I was just getting a little confused of the order of things.

QUOTE (imaisha @ May 17 2009, 12:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

QUOTE (Betsy El Sum @ May 17 2009, 11:31 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Guys I have a question. I have already paid my $70 AOS fee. When I log onto the payment website I see that the bill has not been generated for the IV bill yet. What triggers that to happen? Is it the acceptance of your choice of agent??? Gosh this all gets so confusing!!!

yes it's generated after they enter your DS-3032. did you email it or mail the hardcopy?

We emailed it AND snail mailed it.

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-05-17 13:35:00

When can I pay my IV bill?

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-05-17 10:31:00

How long for NVC to accept emailed choice of agent?

I am just wondering how long it takes for NVC to accept your emailed choice of agent? Do they email you to notify you that it was accepted or do you have to speak to an operator at NVC and ask them?? Thanks!!

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-05-15 17:33:00

Case Complete!!!

QUOTE (IamGodsProperty @ May 5 2009, 09:16 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

My case completed today! To God be the glory!!!

interveiw wont be this month, but at least the case has finally completed. I'm so thankful for all of the encouragement, and questions answerd during this journey, God bless you v'jers

Congrats!!!! You are almost there now!!

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-05-05 20:26:00

No Completed cases by NVC at this time!

Awwwww congrats Widbey!!!! I knew it was coming.

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-06-11 17:55:00

No Completed cases by NVC at this time!

My case completed at NVC on June 9th.

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-06-11 17:30:00

VJ Timelines - Igor's List

Hey there! Ours was not even close. At the time we were approved in April it was saying sometime between June and July. I wouldn't give it too much merit. What I can tell you is that few go longer than 6 months at the CSC at least.

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-06-12 14:05:00

How long until interview will be scheduled?

I did not get letter of completion. I just found out by calling the AVR and talking to an operator.

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-06-12 21:16:00

How long until interview will be scheduled?

Does anyone know or have an idea how long typically it takes to get your interview scheduled after completion of NVC? I know Cairo has a bad reputation for being slow for everything!

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-06-12 19:03:00

Morning my Egyptian friends. Hope we all get interview dates VERY SOON! It is very hot and humid here in Kentucky today! Think I will do some chores in the house instead!

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-06-19 09:46:00

You are welcome! Yes, let's keep this thread alive and keep track of each other's progress!!

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-06-16 14:14:00

QUOTE (jamall @ Jun 16 2009, 01:25 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

QUOTE (disconnection @ Jun 16 2009, 10:09 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>

hmmmmm i guess both of you are right but i think the 3 of you are running forward so fast and talking about the interview , while all of us are waiting for it to be assigned .

and yes i agree the egyptian american employees there are the worst and i didn't like any one of them but the cashier guy , while americans were so nice and helpful.

shall we keep on calling the NVC to know wether the case is completed of not yet , or do they send us a mail or what is going to happen ??

hmmmmm i guess both of you are right but i think the 3 of you are running forward so fast and talking about the interview , while all of us are waiting for it to be assigned .step by step guys

and yes i agree the Yes go head call NVC and ask for the statues of your case and when you call try to be specific in the quotation and be professionals and right all your quotation in plank paper before you make the phone call .and i didn't like any one of them but the cashier guy , while americans were so nice and helpful.

shall we keep on calling the NVC to know wether the case is completed of not yet , or do they send us a mail or what is going to happen ??

Thank you and you are 100% right if you do see my time frame I did Witt over thirteen (13) months just to get my uscis approval

Yes go head call NVC and ask for the statues of your case and when you call try to be specific in the quotation and be professionals and right all your quotation in plank paper before you make the phone call ..

You should definately call to find out the status of your case. As for myself, my case is COMPLETED at NVC. So, in that regard I don't think I am getting ahead of myself. The next logical question to ask is WHEN IS MY INTERVIEW??. And, that is exactly what I am doing.

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-06-16 12:34:00

I am with you brother. But what can we do? We are at their mercy and they know this.

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-06-16 10:47:00

Awww you are sweet Jamal. Thanks for that. I happen to think my Egyptian husband is a gem too!

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-06-16 10:42:00

Cairo has a horrible reputation and I don't understand it. Pakistan gets petitions through the Embassy with little problem. Explain that to me. And check out all the young Phillipino girls marrying old men on here that fly right on through as well. It's frustrating as hell that's what it is.

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-06-16 10:16:00

Honestly we can't complain. The process for us has gone fairly quickly and smoothly with just one tiny bump in the road. You are right, it will happen when it's supposed to happen. Hoping we don't get put into AP either. I think it is really unfair how they put almost all Egyptians in AP.

nurse1967

Female

Egypt

2009-06-16 09:34:00