ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresOctober I-130 approvals!!! Onward to NVC!!!
Congratulations to all of us who has been approved this Oct. I called NVC today and spoke with a rep. I got our NVC Case number but accdg to her the Invoice Identification Number is going to be sent to the petitioner and beneficiary by mail and she said something like "it will take 3-4 weeks to process..." i didnt catch it exactly. generally how long should it take (after the approval) for them to generate the DS3032 and AOS? and to get the IIN?
mommy&helenaFemalePhilippines2008-10-24 09:49:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresOctober I-130 approvals!!! Onward to NVC!!!
Got an approval too for me and my daughter. Havent received anything in email, just checked the USCIS website to see my status and thats where i learned they finally touched and approved our application.


NOA1 - March 6
Transferred to CSC - Aug 26
Touched - Sept 11
Approved - Oct 17
mommy&helenaFemalePhilippines2008-10-19 20:51:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIR 2 visa
QUOTE (cathdumbri @ Dec 19 2008, 12:03 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (divi @ Dec 18 2008, 06:04 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (cathdumbri @ Dec 17 2008, 09:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
my petitiopn has already approved(IR 1 visa).but the petition of my son is not yet approve,still pending at the california service.what is the other way so that i can bring my son with me, in order for us to travel together in the US at the same time.please help.... helpsmilie.gif helpsmilie.gif crying.gif


did your spouse apply for both of you in the same time?

In my case , my petition and my daughter's petition approved in the same time.
Call USCIS , it should be the same time.


my husband filed me march 2006 and he was a lawful permanent resident that time.but when my husband become a US citizen, he filed the petition of my son and at the same time he upgrated my petition.is it advisable to call USCIS?


i have the same case with divi. my husband applied for me and my daughter's petition at the same time. with that i was considered the principal applicant. so when did your husband apply for your child's petition?
mommy&helenaFemalePhilippines2008-12-19 02:46:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresany February interview dates yet?
I do hope we have them by next week and that our date will still be in FEB. Our case were completed dec10 so ill keep my fingers crossed.
mommy&helenaFemalePhilippines2009-01-06 00:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHas Anyone Spoken to or Seen Sasha?
QUOTE (MrsRowe @ Jan 21 2009, 03:57 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (jbhypno @ Jan 21 2009, 01:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
She is on my friends list. It says she was online this morning. Haven't spoken to her though.

JBHypno


Thanks guys. I emailed her, maybe she will respond soon.


Hi guys she emailed me last week and I believe she has some business to do in Manila. yes.gif
mommy&helenaFemalePhilippines2009-01-23 05:25:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedurescall details as bonafide evidence
QUOTE (pushbrk @ Jan 22 2009, 12:22 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ebad @ Jan 21 2009, 06:49 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
i honestly think this wont be enough for a proof... also try using www.oovoo.com your husband or wife can cal you using this software from pakistan, from their pc to anywhere in the US for .01 cent a minute. holla

Ebad.


I agree. This is not good enough. The immigration process often requires we change behavior to assure success. Time to start collecting real evidence.


What about a child with the petitioner? Should that be a strong proof or evidence of marriage?
mommy&helenaFemalePhilippines2009-01-23 05:16:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresVisa in Hand
QUOTE (Kru83 @ Feb 6 2009, 11:26 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Just got the call from wifey, she received her visa today, and she will be here @ Newark airport on the 19th, 0r th 20th.

Thanks for everyone here @ VJ, without you guys i def would have delayed the process.

THANKS AGAIN FOR VJ. and its wonderfull MEMBERS.

I will be back after 2 year once i have to file for adjustment of status to bother you guys.


Hi Kru83! Congratulations to you and your wifey! Im sure both of you cannot sleep counting the days ahead.
I wish i get mine soon too ~
mommy&helenaFemalePhilippines2009-02-06 22:30:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresADDITIONAL DOCUMENT REQUESTED AFTER INTERVIEW

Hi call USEM early morning.I suggest Tuesday ka tumawag kasi parang every tuesday ata nag papa print ang nasa 29.Godbless
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ill do that! thanks again pacificg! btw when did you receive yours?
mommy&helenaFemalePhilippines2009-02-11 04:43:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresADDITIONAL DOCUMENT REQUESTED AFTER INTERVIEW
QUOTE (pacificG @ Feb 9 2009, 10:06 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (mommy&helena @ Feb 9 2009, 09:17 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My consular officer is from window 29. hope she works fast. 5 working days, really?? i hope i get the same time frame. thanks pacificg!

same consul, window 29 din.just wait 5 working days, and then call USEM.
when alis mo?
Godbless


well had everything went well 18 sana. but for now we're gonna wait till the visa arrives before we get another date. i'll call them nalang after 5 days. i submitted the document last monday (feb9) so ill call them on monday next week. ikaw alis ka na? =) god bless you too! and thank you for the insight!
mommy&helenaFemalePhilippines2009-02-10 01:47:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresADDITIONAL DOCUMENT REQUESTED AFTER INTERVIEW
My consular officer is from window 29. hope she works fast. 5 working days, really?? i hope i get the same time frame. thanks pacificg!
mommy&helenaFemalePhilippines2009-02-09 20:17:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresADDITIONAL DOCUMENT REQUESTED AFTER INTERVIEW
QUOTE (mommy&helena @ Feb 6 2009, 11:27 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hey guys! I had my interview last Friday at around 9a in the USE. I thought I was already about to end my VISA journey. After the interview with the consul, i waited for my ticket number to be called again. I then went to another window where another officer told me that the consul requested for additional document. They simply want me to get a NBI clearance for the mis-spelled name that I had in my birth certificate. I already have the document in my hand right now and will be submitting it on Monday. I am just wondering how the process is going to be after I submit the required document since they only wanted to make sure that the other name that appears in my BC has no criminal record.
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Thanks again for your inputs guys!


I submitted the document today. The lady who received the document does not answer any questions. Anyway, is there anyone who might have an idea on how long it will take to get a result or a visa after submitting additional document?
mommy&helenaFemalePhilippines2009-02-09 04:03:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresADDITIONAL DOCUMENT REQUESTED AFTER INTERVIEW
QUOTE (ao_cons @ Feb 7 2009, 12:10 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
DFA issued you a passport even though your name is misspelled in your BC?

Others might get an RFE for a misspelled BC name that doesn't match passport name. Just make sure your visa is issued to your correct name (as shown in your passport). Later you can have your BC corrected legally. There's a procedure for that.

Hope this helps. Don't worry. I'm sure you'll get the visa!


Thanks, ao_cons! My name was already corrected (legally) thats why i didnt have that problem. the consul just want to make sure that both names (corrected and misspelled) do not have criminal records in case I used the misspelled one. good.gif

mommy&helenaFemalePhilippines2009-02-06 23:53:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresADDITIONAL DOCUMENT REQUESTED AFTER INTERVIEW
QUOTE (jasman0717 @ Feb 6 2009, 11:40 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Most likely they will review the document and then issue the visa. Good luck good.gif


Thanks Jasman0717! I hope so too, and I hope it wont take that long. unsure.gif
mommy&helenaFemalePhilippines2009-02-06 22:43:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresADDITIONAL DOCUMENT REQUESTED AFTER INTERVIEW
Hey guys! I had my interview last Friday at around 9a in the USE. I thought I was already about to end my VISA journey. After the interview with the consul, i waited for my ticket number to be called again. I then went to another window where another officer told me that the consul requested for additional document. They simply want me to get a NBI clearance for the mis-spelled name that I had in my birth certificate. I already have the document in my hand right now and will be submitting it on Monday. I am just wondering how the process is going to be after I submit the required document since they only wanted to make sure that the other name that appears in my BC has no criminal record.
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Thanks again for your inputs guys!
mommy&helenaFemalePhilippines2009-02-06 22:27:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresfor those who has kids!!!
QUOTE (boyceedith @ May 23 2008, 06:17 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
thank you mhay for your concerned!!!! yes i paid delbros 19th of may and i also called Robbie to confirmed my payment.about my daughter she was done her immunization given at the health center when she was just a baby but i dont have her records anymore.but maybe if i can show to them her scar on her shoulder for her past immunization maybe they would believe me! what do you think???


Hi there! I think you can ask the doctor who gave your daughter a vaccine for a letter saying that she has already had a vaccine of some sort. Or if you have a baby book where the doctor logs in your daughter's monthly vaccine, you can present it to them. =)
Anyway, I also have a question about police clearance. Do you need police clearance for the other places you live in (for ex. in the province) or would the NBI suffice the requirement for police clearance. Thanks a lot for your inputs! It feels good to see guys from the Philippines moving forward. I hope Im next. good.gif
mommy&helenaFemalePhilippines2008-05-23 23:19:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIR checklist documents

louiejane2903,


I am filing K1, so I don't have access to the coversheet you are referring to.
An RFE is a "request for evidence". When they want something from you, you'll receive an "RFE"


Read this. Maybe it will shed some light on things for you and answer soem questions for you.
http://www.visajourn...page=i130guide1

You can also post on the "IR1" forum. There are people there doing the same thing like you!

Good luck,
joeyjoey


ok thanks! :D
louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2006-12-15 21:52:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIR checklist documents
hello everyone!

I just wanna ask if anyone knew what is IR checklist documents?coz i have it likewise with a copy of sheet of paper with my case number and barcode and i needed to return to NH with some documents but no names of document stated.

is this the coversheet of DS-230?what is a RFE?

ps. we did send the feebill back to MO last Dec. 4, 2006.

any reply will be valuable and highly appreciated :thumbs:

thanks!
louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2006-12-15 11:02:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIR spouse visa

The documents that are required to be submited with the DS230 varies depending on the country. Some countries it is just the bio page of the passport. I'm not sure about the Phillipines, sorry. I know I have seen this question asked recently, but probably your best bet is to check in with the forum for the Phillipines. :)

okeis..a big thankies :lol:

~*toodles*~
louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2006-12-15 22:37:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIR spouse visa

hi!

i am a newbie here..i register be able to ask questions regarding my hubby's IR spouse visa petition. i hope somebody can explain to me or maybe would answer my question/s.

1. how long will it take for me to receive the DS-230 forms since we just sent the IV fee bill last Dec. 4, 2004? ;)

2. how many months more before my interview? :unsure:

thanks!

A reply will be appreciated. :thumbs:


sorry ..typographical error...we sent the fee bill last Dec. 4, 2006 not 2004.

thanks :wacko:
louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2006-12-15 22:11:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIR spouse visa
OK, i might try the shortcut ..what else needed with DS-230 ..is just photocopy of biographic information of my passport? am i going to send it to the address in the coversheet of DS-230?

thanks..

PS. my case was filed last 11/22/05 and approved last Sept. 11, 2006.

A reply will be a big help. :thumbs:
louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2006-12-15 11:16:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIR spouse visa
hi!

i am a newbie here..i register be able to ask questions regarding my hubby's IR spouse visa petition. i hope somebody can explain to me or maybe would answer my question/s.

1. how long will it take for me to receive the DS-230 forms since we just sent the IV fee bill last Dec. 4, 2004? ;)

2. how many months more before my interview? :unsure:

thanks!

A reply will be appreciated. :thumbs:
louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2006-12-15 06:07:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAnother DS-230 Question

thanks randy, i've downloaded the correct form. Boy! They were sett'n me up for failure! Partial app and all!!!

You are more then welcome
That is why I am here ..glad to help.
I just wish I could get an answer on my question. But the bad part is that if I need the form that I am unsure on, then I will be delayed an entire month in doing so. I was ready to send our papers tomorrow morning, and we would be done at NVC, but nowhere does it say exactly what papers are needed just because the Philippines are like their own world, and different fdrom every single other country in the world...go figure.
So I wish you luck and if ever I can help. let me know. rls1dan@hotmail.com
Happy Trails...
Randy


Hi! Does the instructional packet same with PACKET 2 w/c contains DS-230 part 1 & 2 forms?
i ask this because this we're waiting for this packet and i am trying to gather the rest of the documents needed to be submitted wid these forms.

any reply is welcome and appreciated. :thumbs: thanks!
louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2006-12-18 10:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresplease help about the DS-230

Click on the appropriate link for what is required. If the top link does not apply to the country of the applicant/beneficiary, then you are only required to submit part I along with a photocopy of the biographics page of the passport

Instructions for Immigrant Visa Applicants (applying in Albania, Canada, Lebanon, Philippines, Turkey, United Arab Emirates or on the continent of Africa)
When one is required to submit both parts 1 & II and all documents listed in the above link, the NVC reviews all documents and schedules the interview. Part 1 should only be signed not part II as that has to be signed at the interview stage in front of the conof.

Instructions for Immigrant Visa Applicants (NOT applying in Albania, Canada, Lebanon, Philippines, Turkey, United Arab Emirates or on the continent of Africa)
When one is only required to submit DS-230 part 1 and a copy of the biographics page of the passport, the consulate will schedule the interview.


okeis..i was able to complete all the documents required today and still waiting for DS-230 packet.. :blink: i hope it comes this week...

thanks by the way... :)
louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2006-12-19 03:08:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresplease help about the DS-230

I used james short cuts and it worked for me. you can use the downloaded ds 230, but you also need a barcode sheet and others. so go to NVC section of this forum and check the details


Hi! what are the documents enclosed when you send your DS-230 back to NVC?
Because i have receive this letter containing IR CHECKLIST RESPONSE and a Note "you must return this page with your documentation.Failure to do this may result in a delay in processing your documents. Please attach this page infront of the documents."and send to:

NAtional Visa center
ATTN.DR
32 Rochester Avenue
Portsmouth,NH 03801-2909

however, no list of documents specified.....oh gosh this is so confusing :wacko: ..this letter has been wid me for a month now... :help:

a reply is highly appreciated. :thumbs:
louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2006-12-18 11:03:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureshoping to receive the packet soon....
woohoo...i got an email today from NVC and they said the my DS-230 has been generated and sent last dec. 18'06 to my agent(my hubby).

Does anyone knows how long i can get that?

as you all know our petition is on its 363 days since filed..so i am pretty much excited with the updates and having my medical exam soon and the interview as well....

merry christmas to all!!!!
louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2006-12-20 10:25:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS-230 received

Hello LouieJane:

Just so you know, My DS-230 was sent and from mailing took 16 days to arrive, so yours should be soon.
In them receiving my instruction Packet (DS-230) They e-mailed me with a reply thru NVCInquiry.
In the Inquiry reply, it say that the packet will be reviewed and a decision made in 2 to 4 weeks.
Today is day 18, and I still don't believe everything they say. So i am giving them atleast till the end of January so as not to be too upset if the date is not sooner.
According to the time lines for those who have chose to update, which I wish more would so we could actually have an idea of actual dates closer to reality.
But for those who choose not to, only result in helping no one.
But as they are as of this month, the average wait for interview in the Phil's is around 110 days from arrival at embassy.
Hope this helps give you an idea and as up to date as we can hope for at the moment.
Good Luck....to all of us.


Hi randynrose! i have received my DS-230 after 19 days it's generated. and i am sending it back on friday and yes i am aware now of 2-4 weeks before its completed.As for me, i just keep my fate that..everything will end accordingly even it's kinda slow when the times comes it arrives in USE manila.
And the processing i believe is for case to case basis depends on the visa category. In my case, i fall to IR1 visa once it's case completed ..it's a priority and would fall to a fast lane processing..i just hope it's all true.

thanks for the informations and as well as the ideas...just keep me posted.

goodluck to all of us...

~*toodles*~
(^:^)
louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2007-01-09 04:06:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS-230 received

hi BOO. oh im glad to know you are from Pasig. By february we might go there in pasig. Im from cebu. I really hope that i ll get the phacket soon. I have everything prepared,except for my police clearance. I asked louiejane 2903 if she sent NBI only or police clearance and NBI and she said she will send both. What about you? did you already file for your NBI? will you also send both? My problem is: i worked overseas for two years and i know they will ask for my police clearance during those time. I have one, but i got it on 2004. I dont know if they will honor that. If not then ill just get a new one when i go there in manila.

as for the appointment for interview and medical..some get lucky..in less than 2 months they got a letter from the embassy. and some are bound to wait much longer ...i already prepare myself for the worse: (maybe up to six months.. :cry: ) its really case to case basis...

during my sister's time(2001) : it took them only 6 months from the submission of the I-130 to the release of the spouse visa. Back then the flow of the processing isnt this slow and complicated. :ranting:


im praying that everything will really go smoothly with our visa processing guys! Goodluck!


hi filipinawife! :) for your police clearance..i think just get your police clearance coz based on the intructional packet

"if the applicant is living in their country of nationality at their current residence for more than 6 months"
or
"lived in a different part of the country of nationality for more than 6 months should get the clearance from the police authorities in that locality"

or

"lived in different country for more than 12 months should get the police clearance in that locality"

In your case, if you're in CEBU for the last 6 months maybe its right to get the clearance in your locality.

Well, regarding the slow processing its because of the 9/11 incidents..everything changes after that...we just have to admit the aftermath and face the worst effect...anywho..hardwork and patience always pay off. :thumbs:

PS. validity of Police clearance is just 6 months here in the PHILS in any locality.:huh:

Goodluck to us :innocent: !

~*toodles*s~
o(^:^)o
louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2007-01-08 04:17:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS-230 received

hi louiejane2903.im happy for you. im waiting for my DS-230. I called the NVC and they said that they already sent the said Phacket . in my calculation i should be getting it by now but i guess there is delay in the delivery of mails because of the holidays. I also have the same question as yours. As what ive observed in other's cases , after the submission of the DS-230 it usually takes like a month or two for them to review and check everything , before they will forward the case to the US embassy in the country you are in. as in our case ( as we live in the philippines), it will be in the US embassy in manila. when the case is already in manila they will send an appointment letter as to when is the medical and interview gonna be. Some got appointment letter within 2 months some even up to 4 months or even longer than that ...and that i wonder how they will assess each case ....

Good luck to you... :thumbs: hope ill get mine sooonn.... :cry:


Hello there! in my case it took 19 days for us before we get the actual packet ...when we called NVC they said they'd sent it DEC. 22 but we received it JAN. 5 and it's stamped JAN. 3 ..meaning the packet passed through a certain process before it reaches the post office. Since my agent is just next to NH so that's a lot of delay.But it's ok at least we got it. don't worry it will arrive soon. Let's just pray that we can have our medical and interview as early as possible.


Goodluck to you too. :thumbs:


~*toodles*~
(^:^)
louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2007-01-07 09:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS-230 received
hey everyone! :D I am just happy to share my good news of receiving the DS-230(Instructional packet)after 19 days of waiting...i'll send this back to NVC on MONDAY thru special courier.

Does anyone knows how long will take before the case is completed?I'm so excited for my medical and so as the interview but also tensed.

PS. I was looking to all the timelines of VJers for my reference but only few has the same case like mine.


~*toodles*~
<3 o(^:^)o
louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2007-01-06 05:54:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPhoto ID's for DS-230 form part I
HI!

My husband still going to call NVC for a concrete answer about the box on the upper left corner of the first page of DS-230 part I..what's this box for? My hubbie believes that it's for a certain stamp that NVC would marked as they finished it and case completed but still he needs to call for confirmation.

I'll keep you guys updated about this thing. :rolleyes:

PS. I misuderstood that box..so i came of an idea that it's for a space designated for VISA photo ID..sorry about that... :lol:

~*toodles*~
(^:^)
louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2007-01-09 04:22:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPhoto ID's for DS-230 form part I

I know this is a dumb question but i need to ask u people though.. :lol:

For those beneficiary/s in the PHILIPPINES..where did u took the photo ID for your form DS-230 part I?

I am having a hard time looking for a studio who can follow the photo instructions in the packet :help: . Darn! I already have visa photo ID's taken but i am not satisfied with the outcome.. :wacko:

help pls.... :help:

thanks! :thumbs:

hi louiejane2903.. have you tried to go to the mall im sure there are a lot of photo shops there. You can try this idea i hope this will help you..Goodluck..



Boo Wilson


ok..thanks for the reply.... :thumbs:

hey louiejane2003 did you use james shortcut?


Boo Wilson


hi BOO! nope..i didn't use it coz my hubby not comfortable with it ..i insisted before too because we've been waiting so long and still he didn't allow me. He wants to follow everything what NVC instructed us so that every step will result to what w e really wanted.
And be accurate and sure in every step of the way. :thumbs:

~*toodles*~
(^:^)
louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2007-01-08 10:40:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPhoto ID's for DS-230 form part I

I know this is a dumb question but i need to ask u people though.. :lol:

For those beneficiary/s in the PHILIPPINES..where did u took the photo ID for your form DS-230 part I?

I am having a hard time looking for a studio who can follow the photo instructions in the packet :help: . Darn! I already have visa photo ID's taken but i am not satisfied with the outcome.. :wacko:

help pls.... :help:

thanks! :thumbs:

hi louiejane2903.. have you tried to go to the mall im sure there are a lot of photo shops there. You can try this idea i hope this will help you..Goodluck..



Boo Wilson


ok..thanks for the reply.... :thumbs:
louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2007-01-08 08:44:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPhoto ID's for DS-230 form part I
I know this is a dumb question but i need to ask u people though.. :lol:

For those beneficiary/s in the PHILIPPINES..where did u took the photo ID for your form DS-230 part I?

I am having a hard time looking for a studio who can follow the photo instructions in the packet :help: . Darn! I already have visa photo ID's taken but i am not satisfied with the outcome.. :wacko:

help pls.... :help:

thanks! :thumbs:
louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2007-01-08 04:31:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureswhat to expect during interview?
hi everyone! does anyone here has a IR visa interview experience ? i hope you don't mind sharing coz it would be a great help to us and to me as well..... :D

by the way, i have here my list of supporting evidences..i'm just wondering if there's still missing...i am open with comments ang opinions too.

Supporting evidences:

1. wedding pictures.
- i printed out 5 copies each from the ceremony to the reception.
2. Hubby's bday celebration here in the PHILS. (first time as a couple).
3. Some pictures from our vacation.
- taken over a period of time from local and internation travel.
4. Money transfer receipts.
- complete each month of the year from 2003- present.
5. airline and bus tickets.
6. hotel vouchers and receipts.
7. Hubby's flights iteneraries.
- last 3 visits.
8. greeting cards.
- cards from online gifts delivered and some like valentine's card etc.
9. 3 copies of emails and chat logs.
- i printed out chat logs a copy each month of the year from 2005- till present.
10. phonecards- but that's alot so i might bring some of it.


woah....i guess these are all enough to establish my relationship and these are only stuff i can present as well...

Ps. i organiized everything in a clearbook accordingly. :dance:

thanks! :thumbs:
louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2007-01-15 10:37:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresworried for ds 230

Hi Boo,

it happened to us as well. when we called the NVC, the operator said that they sent the packet on dec 24, 2006. My agent didn't get the packet till january 16.. almost 1 month. :crying: I was beginning to think that it might have been lost along the way.But thank God my agent finally got it.

Hope you will get the packet soon...Good luck!


yeah we had experienced it too... but mine only took 19 days :whistle: ....don't worry you'll get it soon...

:thumbs:
louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2007-01-19 23:08:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUrgent need neld! checklist Letter Response?
hi boo! we had the same reaction as i received that checklist letter response, you're gonna received it once your DS-230 has been delayed..i mean you haven't received it yet. I just ignore it..until now have my copy of it.. but i just keep it. anywho, i have submitted all the required docs wid the DS-230 forms part I & II.

but to be sure..u can call NVC..and i did also before but they said ignore it and the application is on its way..

PS. when you receive your DS-230 packet..there's a separate barcode sheet attachment as a frontpage when submitting all the required docs.

i hope it helps. :yes:

im a bit confused here i received today an envelope of containing three mails..and it says im missing documents for visa application which is the 0F 230-I. What other documents should i submit they did not say what are those other documents. Please someone help me now. Should i submit my other documents such as birth certificate,marriage nbi, and police clearance together with the barcode attachment? PLEASEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE HELP ME!



Boo


louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2007-01-21 23:57:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresMY interview has been scheduled!
thanks Boo and Eddie..


goodluck \m/



My wife's interview in Manila is March 28th and as of now STLL nothing, no letter, no packet, absolutely NOTHING has been received by her, me or our attorney.

Just letting you know what to expect. My wife has been to the embassy and was told if it gets to within one week and still no letter then she can come back and they will get it for her then.

hi eddie... who is the choice of agent? the choice of agent will receive the packet 4 and louiejane is right. In my case i am the choice of agent so im the one,,,, it usually takes 15 days before i get it (snail mail) always works that way for me.. Well just in case in that period of time and havent receive the packet yet.. they said just let them informed if that happens they will re send it again but this time with husband address and he will mail to me overnight..Goodluck to all of us.. I will let you know louiejane about the packet.. i strongly believe you will soon receive it.. Just keep on praying.. :)


louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2007-03-18 10:45:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresMY interview has been scheduled!
Oh gosh Eddie...that's so frustrating..are u telling me to start being worried now?I won't blame you if you're freaking out now coz ur wife only have few moore days to go till the interview...

i would love to hear a news from you when your wifey gets the packet.

Goodluck to all of us and God bless..

\m/

My wife's interview in Manila is March 28th and as of now STLL nothing, no letter, no packet, absolutely NOTHING has been received by her, me or our attorney.

Just letting you know what to expect. My wife has been to the embassy and was told if it gets to within one week and still no letter then she can come back and they will get it for her then.


louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2007-03-18 08:51:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresMY interview has been scheduled!
Boo and Filipinawife,

When my husband called NVC last thursday...he was told that the letter or Packet 4 was sent 2 days ago it means march 13, 2007...my hubby is my agent so i guess he will be the one that's going to receive it..i just need the case completion letter and i'm good to go for medical w/o the packet yet. I can call SLEC that i am going to pick up my packet either.

i hope i'll receive it soon...and i'll ask you guys to please update me with your packet thing since i am scheduled a little early than your both interview dates.

thanks a lot and God bless...

~*toodles*~
jane

ok louiejane and filipinawife let us just hope that we will receive our packet4 next week? did you try call nvc ask when did they sent your packet4? said mine was mailed feb28 so by next week it will be here... Ok we will meet in slec..Goodluck and Godbless us all!!!


Boo


louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2007-03-18 08:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresMY interview has been scheduled!
I would love to meet u at SLEC..i am just waiting for my packet 4. If it arrives next week..i can have the medical on the 26th of March...

Honestly, i feel worried coz i only have 25 days to go till my judgement day...still no packet.

I'll keep u posted Boo.

thanks!



hey girl....i am just 4 days ahead of your interview sked...mine will be on April 12, 2007 @ 630 am.
And like you...i am still waiting for my packet 4 be able to have my medical exam ...when are u planning to have the medical?maybe we can meet at SLEC ;)

Congrats to you and Goodluck to both of.

God Bless....

PS. Keep me posted with your packet 4. thanks! :D

\m/

Hi everyone!

wow! i feel so great :dance: ..my medical and interview have been set on april 16, 2007, way earlier than i expected..an answered prayer..
i hope and pray that everything will be smooth sailing till the end of this journey....

now im waiting for packet 4..hoping to get it soooon.... so i can have my medical maybe a week or a couple of weeks prior to the interview..

thank you VJ ers!
Good luck to all of us!

hey louiejane when do you plan to have your medical? if i will receive my packet4 sometime nextweek id like to do it on the 26th of March. I thought it would be nice if you will like to go too that day? just let me know..


Boo


louiejane2903FemalePhilippines2007-03-17 11:22:00