ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
National Visa Center (Dept of State)People waiting for case complete

Im Still Waiting


US CITIZEN SPOUSE CR1
PRIORITY DATE: 2012-10-31
NOA: 2012-11-02

USCIS APPROVED (MSC): 2013-03-17

NVCReceived : 2013-03-29

Call NVC Set UP Email:2013-03-29

DS-3032 EMAIL Template: 2013-03-29

Received DS-3032/I-864Bill: 2013-04-08

Pay I-864 Bill: 2013-04-12

Receive I-864 Package: 2013-04-12

Return Completed I-864: 2013-04-13

RECEIVED IV BILL: 2013-04-23

PAY IV BILL: 2013-04-23

AOS REVIEW : 2013-04-25 (Approved)

SEND DS-230 & DOCUMENTS: 2013-04-26 (Fed-Ex Philippines)

DS-230 DELIVERED NVC: 2013-04-29

*still in processing waiting Interview Date and Case Completed*
































please assist me. Just got my case number from NVC, how do I set up email for me and my spouse?


ngaambaNot TellingKenya2013-05-13 15:55:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNovember I-130 Filers

Yeah, that's how my husband feels too. But I can't quite let it go yet...

I am not letting go, just letting God.
ngaambaNot TellingKenya2013-04-11 00:15:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNovember I-130 Filers

I sincerely hope that I am in the same boat as you, with all the bad things I'm hearing about the Atlanta Field office, I don't want my petition to be there! I'm a week out from 5 months too, I haven't had my husband call USCIS in a while tho as I didn't want a repeat of the "it hasn't been 5 months yet, just wait and then call us back" As soon as I hit 5 months and 1 day without a response I'm getting my husband to put in a service request!

@ maree, I have talked to tier 2 officers and even made an info pass , still no response or update, am leaving it to God now, I surrender all.

@ maree, I have talked to tier 2 officers and even made an info pass , still no response or update, am leaving it to God now, I surrender all.

A service request is my last option, don't know if it will help given what I have been through. Just trusting God now.
ngaambaNot TellingKenya2013-04-11 00:13:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNovember I-130 Filers

How do you know it is at NBC?

Here we go again! I have done my homework for the last almost 5 months , talked to even tier 2 officers, yelled at some too! Still no luck. Simply frustrated!

Here we go again! I have done my homework for the last almost 5 months , talked to even tier 2 officers, yelled at some too! Still no luck. Simply frustrated!

Been to my local office too, Phoenix by the way.
ngaambaNot TellingKenya2013-04-11 00:02:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNovember I-130 Filers
Am Sick and tired if people thinking that NBC approves i130s faster than other service centers, mine is at NBC, and 9 days short of 5 months since they received it, no approval, last updated dec 18th, 2012, just saying!!!!
ngaambaNot TellingKenya2013-04-10 23:41:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNovember I-130 Filers

Nope, not in your case. If the petitioner is living in the States, your case will most likely get sent to a field office. Call USCIS and talk to a Tier 2 rep if you want the specifics on where it's been sent. If the USC is abroad with the foreign spouse, the field office doesn't have the jurisdiction to process the case, so it stays at NBC for processing. That's the only difference. Posted Image

Thank you. Much appreciated.
ngaambaNot TellingKenya2013-03-23 20:32:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNovember I-130 Filers

Most cases were transferred to local offices. There are many many many posts on this if you search for them. It's not a big deal, it's normal right now unless both the petitioner and beneficiary are living abroad. Posted Image

I am the petitioner,living here in the US, beneficiary is out of state, does this make a difference?
ngaambaNot TellingKenya2013-03-23 20:21:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNovember I-130 Filers

Most cases were transferred to local offices. There are many many many posts on this if you search for them. It's not a big deal, it's normal right now unless both the petitioner and beneficiary are living abroad. Posted Image

Thanks, as for me, the last I heard was that my case was at MSC, my local office is Phoenix , status update still says the same thing, with no details as to where my case is.

Thanks, as for me, the last I heard was that my case was at MSC, my local office is Phoenix , status update still says the same thing, with no details as to where my case is.

Am definitely gonna search for this case transfer forums.
ngaambaNot TellingKenya2013-03-23 20:06:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNovember I-130 Filers

You need to find out when it was transfer to DC office. You should call USCIS, talk to Tier 2 officer(MAKE SURE YOU TALK TO T2 OFFICER - WAIT TO GET TO T2 IS ABOUT 20 to 30 MINS) and specifically ask him/her about when and where it was transfer. Call USCIS again to confirm that it was transfer(Some officers are Lazy and do not provide enough details so you have to call couple of times to confirm), then take an info pass and visit your field office, ask if your case is assigned to anyone and where are they currently in the process. Field office will be able to tell you what month they are currently processing.

@ robinhood, how do you know if your case is transferred, coz am in the same boat here; 4 months and nothing!!!
ngaambaNot TellingKenya2013-03-23 19:08:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNovember I-130 Filers

This statement makes no sense in regards to what you quoted.

Disregard that. Meant to post on another forum.
ngaambaNot TellingKenya2013-03-07 15:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNovember I-130 Filers

first person

I can't agree with you any less. I still think any information is better than none. And this officers are being arrogant on their job. It's time they got what they deserve.
ngaambaNot TellingKenya2013-03-07 15:32:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNovember I-130 Filers
Just spoke to a tier 2 officer. He pretty much gave me lip service and a lot of BS. Info I can find on their website. Am pissed and worried. Do you think this could have adverse effects? I think I pissed him off too.
ngaambaNot TellingKenya2013-03-07 12:59:00
US Citizenship General Discussiontraffic ticket before interview
Hello peeps!

Just want to ask if there's a repercussions of getting a traffic violation right before my interview? Got a ticket by mail for speeding and my interview will be on the 26th.

I cant pay the penalty before my interview but I can pay it before April which is the deadline..

...just anxious it might affect my application..thanks!
lady_trollFemalePhilippines2013-02-03 20:59:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionNaturalization (N-400) Interview Experience @ USCIS Phoenix, AZ
Congrats kabayan! where are you here in AZ?
lady_trollFemalePhilippines2014-06-09 19:12:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General Discussionpending case..moving..needs info
Daughters case pending. I already filled out a form online if has case pending. Now wonders if I still need to fill out AR-11 too?Had an experienced when we filed their I-485. I called Customer Service, had them update our address. Few months after got a denial letter from USCIS for abandonement. They told me I should fill out AR-11 also. So paid another $$ to reopen the case. Don't want the same thing happen again. It aint cheap.

Thanks!
lady_trollFemalePhilippines2012-03-06 15:47:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General Discussionkudos to ICE-St. Louis
well, im sorry but they did...

ICE doesn't stamp passports or work at info pass appointments. ICE arrests and investigates illegal immigrants etc.


lady_trollFemalePhilippines2012-04-08 01:32:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General Discussionkudos to ICE-St. Louis
Hello to all! I just want to share my experience with the ICE officer in St. Louis.

I filed my daughters removal of condition on December 27, 2011 and they had their biometrics on January 19,2012 and since then we never heard from them. In my experience, when I filed mine a month after I sent my removal of condition, they sent a letter of extension of visa so I am hoping the same thing will happen with my girls. But as Ive said, since their biometrics, I never receive any update from them. And since my girls will be off to college soon, we decided to get an infopass. This nice officer listen to our problem and kindly enough put stamp on my girls passport for extension of their visa until January next year.

Now, all we gotta do is wait for their greencard and hopefully it will be soon..
lady_trollFemalePhilippines2012-04-07 22:23:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)Engaged to Illegal Immigrant, HELP!

I think you misunderstood...They are already married, they married in the USA when they should have married in Mexico and then should have submitted the proper paperwork to bring her here. They (USCIS) know about the second entry that is what they are going to court on. I was giving the example because the above author is in the same type of situation. For me to suggest to get a good lawyer would be good advise to seek counsel, not condone an improper action. 


Kevin and BlancaNot TellingChile2014-06-27 00:38:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)Engaged to Illegal Immigrant, HELP!

 

So you are suggesting that they lie about her US presence despite the 5 children, leave and marry in Mexico?

 

I know this is second hand information and therefore dubious but to suggest a good lawyer would condone such a course is beyond belief.

 

I think you misunderstood...They are already married, they married in the USA when they should have married in Mexico and then should have submitted the proper paperwork to bring her here. They (USCIS) know about the second entry that is what they are going to court on. I was giving the example because the above author is in the same type of situation. For me to suggest to get a good lawyer would be good advise to seek counsel, not condone an improper action. 


Kevin and BlancaNot TellingChile2014-06-24 16:23:00
Waivers (I-601 and I-212) and Administrative Processes (221g)Engaged to Illegal Immigrant, HELP!

I have a friend that married an undocumented immigrant here in the USA. 16 years and 5 children later they are still fighting the system (With a good Lawyer) to keep her here. He said he made several mistakes during the process and would do things different if he had another chance. To be short he said he would marry her in Mexico not here cuz marrying in USA then proves she still here illegally. In his case he is fighting to keep her here because of a second issue of entry illegally in the USA. In your case marry in Mexico apply for IR-1 / CR-1 Visa? The second time someone is caught illegally they will/can ban him/her for life. Your fiance has been caught once. You have to weigh your options rather than take the easy road.. first fix everything (With a good Lawyer) other wise face extreme consequences like my friend, he is awaiting trial in September to ban his wife for life or allow them to continue the process (16yrs later). Take care of it now you may have to sacrifice a few years apart/visiting instead of face the constant shadow over your shoulder...when they take your husband when you least expect it and deport him... Good Luck on your journey in Love...

 


Kevin and BlancaNot TellingChile2014-06-22 12:51:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionNo invitation letter from the Consulate, No interview?

Thx..everyone.....They responded today saying that they will have her on list at the Embassy on the day of her interview to get in.....They also said they are open on Wednesday morning, so she can pick up a packet the day of her appointment...little late for that..... LOL 


Kevin and BlancaNot TellingChile2013-08-16 09:50:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionNo invitation letter from the Consulate, No interview?

Ya, I did that, got a voice recording that only gave me information about visas...could never get a warm body, and the website says they will only answer questions or problems about visa's by e-mail?...She is going to go down there in person on Friday to see if they will let her talk to someone....Thx

 


Kevin and BlancaNot TellingChile2013-08-15 17:35:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionNo invitation letter from the Consulate, No interview?

( Please help...My Question, will they turn my Fiance' away on the interview date because of no letter of invitation for her interview and because the following)= I called the NVC and I was told on Aug. 8th that my interview date was on the Aug. 23rd. 2013 at 4pm. I called back a couple of days later to find out when the packets were mailed. I was told by the NVC that they were sent Aug 6th (I think they were guessing cuz that is when the interview date was scheduled). 8 days later no packets. We started the process without the packets ahead of time in case there where problems. "Yes, lots of issues". My fiance' was at her doctor visit for the visa, that we scheduled without the packets. The doctor said the Consulate does not do interviews on Friday's which was Aug 23. The doctor's office called and was told that there was an error and it should be on the 21 of Aug. Aarrrg. Sent an e-mail out to the visa center for Santiago on Aug 14th asking why we have not received the packets yet. No response? Called the NVC on Aug 15th and found out that the packets were never sent out like I was told. The NVC told me the packets 3 and 4 were sent out on Aug 14th, hmmmmmm ya the same day I sent the e-mail stating we don't have packets, which they still have not responded to. So now we have an interview in 3 business days with no packets and no letter of invitation for the interview......Will she be able to get in for the interview? .....Thx for your help..


Kevin and BlancaNot TellingChile2013-08-15 15:40:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionReschedule Interview

That does seem rather ridiculous that you can't speak to someone over the phone....most likely it was their error not notifying you about the interview..The same thing happened to us but luckily I started all the paper work from the online forms ahead of time. I also told her to go down and do the doctor stuff cuz they are very disorganized down there at the embassy. The doctor told my fiance she could schedule an appointment with her passport, 2 passport style photos, and her NVC number. The I-134 was the most time consuming... Don't wait for the forms to come to you start them now. All the other forms I 156, I 156 K, and DS 230 you can find on line. If she has to go to Santiago to schedule an appointment make sure that she schedules the doctor visit at the same time she is there. Have her take care of all that stuff while she is there. it takes 1 or 2 days to do that. That way when she returns she can pick up the medical packet from the doctor at 12:00 prior to the interview. Try calling 56-225856989 and speak to the person that schedule the appointments. Maybe they can put you in touch with the people that schedule the interviews. Explain your situation that you never were notified by the Embassy of your interview. I am willing to bet that they forgot to send your the packet. I have proof they didn't send mine and when I complained by e-mail a packet was sent out the next day but I had to investigate that, they didn't tell me. Three days before the interview they sent the packet? We still have not received it. She had her interview already and because I planned ahead everything went well but very stressed...hope this helps...good luck on your journey..


Kevin and BlancaNot TellingChile2013-08-22 17:15:00
CanadaFiling for AOS after marriage

Do it ASAP before the K1 90 days expires...sooner the better just in case there are problems or RFE...They will want a copy of the court certified marriage certificate (Showing you are registered as married within courts that correspond with your state) not the actual marriage certificate, although I sent copies of both?. good luck


Kevin and BlancaNot TellingChile2014-06-11 19:29:00