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United KingdomInterview Scheduling at the London Embassy

Thank you all for this information. 

 

My status has just been updated again, so I assume that it won't be long now until I receive an appointment date from the US Embassy.

 

Could you tell me how long you had to wait between getting your appointment and waiting to attend, just so that I get an idea. Is it true that the embassy notifies you a month before the date itself or has it been different in your experience?

 

Thanks!


JoshYates13Not TellingUnited Kingdom2013-09-25 04:56:00
United KingdomInterview Scheduling at the London Embassy

Probably four weeks to hear from them.

Are you saying you never got the packet 3 letter saying your instructions are here? http://london.usembassy.gov/iv_15.html

There is more than that one page to read. Click on the links on the left concerning interview, fees, FAQ, etc. On the "visa forms" link find the last form IV-019 and read it for some interview info specific to K1.

Also read the embassy reviews found in the VJ menu bar for a play-by-play of many London interviews.





Thank you for the responses!

 

Nich-Nick I followed your link. I've already filled in and filed DS-230-Part 1. Does this mean that I shouldn't fill in the new online form DS-260?

 

I have another question. Regarding the visa processing payment, did you wait until you received your appointment date before you paid it? I have tried to make a payment in the past but I don't have an interview date to input into the 'add applicant section'.


JoshYates13Not TellingUnited Kingdom2013-09-14 04:44:00
United KingdomInterview Scheduling at the London Embassy

Hello All,

 

I've been checking the status of my application at ceac.state.gov/ceac and it states that my application is ready.

 

I sent in all of the necessary forms, including the declaration form which notifies the embassy that I am ready for an interview, and my medical has been completed and forwarded to the embassy also. My application had been updated on the 30th August when I have sent everything in and they had received the medical results.

 

Does anyone have any idea as to how long it takes for the Embassy to contact you to give you the interview date at the London Embassy? What is strange is that I didn't receive, nor did my fiancee (the petitioner), any information from the Embassy regarding my instructions to prepare for the interview. I had to look up all of the details myself.

 

Thank you!


JoshYates13Not TellingUnited Kingdom2013-09-13 12:02:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports2009 Santo Domingo interview date
we were interviewed on MOnday and my husband got his passport on Thursday at his house! so is quick but is not reliable it might be fast it might take long.
SraCastilloFemaleDominican Republic2009-04-18 09:07:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports2009 Santo Domingo interview date
Carolina ve a una pagina que se llama dominicanstotheusa.com ellos son super amigables y ayudan mucho! i just had my interview for CR1 and it took me 2 months to get interview after my case was completed at NVC.
SraCastilloFemaleDominican Republic2009-04-17 15:14:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsK3 Approved I-129F
pray to God for enlighten I know you need him here with you immediately. but when you do things in a rush they not always come out good. if you need help let me know! and yes wait until you get the case numbers. also find out how fast does the embassy book interviews.
SraCastilloFemaleDominican Republic2009-08-12 14:33:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsK3 Approved I-129F
Paris could you pursuit both? I did my CR1 at NVC and let the k3 get the interview first. then I asked to change the interview to CR1 instead but surprisingly my CR1 got interview date 10 days before the k3. if you work fast at NVCk you will get an interview at the same month you were going to get your k3. think about it! NVC is not hard i did it in 15 days counting holidays and weekends. and my husband got IR1 smile.gif
SraCastilloFemaleDominican Republic2009-08-12 13:03:00
USCIS Service CentersWHAT THE HELL IS WRONG WITH VSC?

waiting, waiting. waitingClockWatch2.gif


Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-06-10 10:30:00
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Congratulations!!! Finally!!! Congrats!

 

Thank you Aleksey blush.png. How's your journey going thus far?


Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-07-16 12:52:00
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FINALLY CONGRATS

 

Thanks A. You are definitely like a guru of encouragement and support. Greatly appreciate all the positive vibes.rose.gif


Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-07-11 11:00:00
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wow finally! so happy for your OD! smile.png Hope the rest of the journey goes smoothly...and you may be in luck if TSC has figured out how to do it correctly now so it's not having as much of a delay going to the NVC. smile.png

 

Congrats also to everyone who received approvals!!

 

 

Thanks hun. Unfortunately I was one of those who were left behind at VSC. I was hoping to be transferred to TSC so i could have received my approval early. But Thank God the part is over. I am just looking forward to getting my fiance here beside me wink.png


Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-07-11 09:24:00
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Finally approved!!! NOA1 dated Jan 10 and now NOA2 dated July10. Can wait to for this visa journey to be over.dancin5hr.gif  Im so happy.


Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-07-10 22:46:00
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Thank you guys biggrin.png

 

P.S im back lol

im so happy for you hun. Congrats!!!!!!!dancin5hr.gif . Now if i can get just get my NOA2, it feels like eternity.


Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-07-09 20:59:00
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Guys!!! Hang in there!! Sending u lots of hugs.
Didnt forget about you guys!

Is comming soon!!!!

Worst is already been past!

:-)






  

Thank you
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Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-07-02 15:45:00
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Yay congratulations to all approved tonight!  It warms my heart to see these approvals come in, and it makes me sad for those still waiting.  One more day left of this week.  Let's see them all finished!

 

Thank you for the well wishes. Still patiently waiting. I am all out of amo. Did a service request thru a tier 2, contacted my congressman office and contacted Ombudsman. All 3 i received fair responses that my case would either be expedited, looked into now and processing now. So i am stuck here waiting. soon running out of the patience, Want that NOA2 so bad....


thanks everybody and congrats to all approved last night!

 

Congrats Pinkie Wishing you all the best in your visa journey.


Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-06-28 15:47:00
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Keep it up, amp it up, and do what you have to keep the fire burning. You will get there, I know you will. I know my words won't help your receive the NoA2 any sooner but keep your spirits high. Remind yourself why you got into the trenches and keep your eyes on the prize. Before you know it you and your loved one will be making plans on places to explore and see together. You'll push the play button on life and all of this will be a distant memory.  

 

you always know the right words to keep everyone encouraged. Thanks for the postive things


Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-06-27 13:56:00
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The universe really knows how to throw it on you when you need it. Work was burtal today and was working long hours. I'm all ready to hit the hay and get some sleep and I check my email. WE'VE BEEN APPROVED! Now I can't sleep....


BUT hey everyone else still waiting, hang in there, it's all coming to you too...the Universe will make it happen. Just believe in it smile.png


 

 

trying to keep that faith


Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-06-27 12:59:00
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Last week was the service request from VSC that they will expedite my case. Now today Ombudsman office sent this email today. When will this NOA2 arrive. I want it so bad just like the rest of you. crying.gif cray5ol.gif Going to see my honey in the next 3 weeks and would love to have it way before then. I am giving VSC another week before I start raising hell ranting33va.gif .

 

The Ombudsman's Office has reviewed your submission and contacted U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) regarding your case. 

Our inquiry was sent on June 26, 2013. Please be advised that in certain cases, it may take up to 60 days to receive a response to our inquiry. We will notify you when we receive information from USCIS.

 

 


Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-06-26 10:38:00
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HAHAHAHA!!! APPROOOOOOOOVED!!!!! JUST GOT EMAIL NOW!!!

 

Congrats...dancin5hr.gif


Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-06-26 08:48:00
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YOU GUYS!!!  I submitted a service request about 2 weeks ago, and was getting annoyed that I hadn't heard back.  Today I got finally got a response.  This is what it said:

 

"On 06/12/2013, you or your representative contacted USCIS concerning your I129F to notify us that you believe your case is outside of our normal processing time. Below is a summary of what we found and how the issue has been or may be resolved.

On 06/25/2013, after you inquired about your I129F, we sent your approval notice to you using the most recent address we have on file. The original notice should arrive within 30 days."

 

So... from what I can tell, that means we got approved today!  I checked the status again on the USCIS website and it still says "initial review," but as we've all seen, they typically don't change the status or send the notification until nighttime, U.S. time.  I will post here again when I get the actual email and/or see the change on the website, but I couldn't resist posting my excitement!  I will also refrain from updating my timeline until then.  I just want to say to you all that I will NOT leave this forum until there is no transferred case left out there that hasn't been approved.  I have been down in the dumps with you guys from the start and we are all in this together.  I am so grateful to this community, and can't wait to share the rest of the journey with you! 

 

i am sodancin5hr.gif  happy for you. I too received a service request response last Thurs that my case was expedited. So for the meantime I am just waitingClockWatch2.gif


Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-06-25 18:25:00
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We got our NOA2 hard copy today.

 

I'm sure a big chunk of May transfers will get NOA2 this week.

 Congrats Queen


Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-06-24 15:02:00
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I did speak with Tier 2 and was on hold about 2 hours. But finally when he answered he was very unfriendly, ignoring some of my questions. I did tell him about 5 months processing time from USCIS.gov and he answered that it usually takes 9 months so I am withing normal processing times, basically just ignore whatever is written on USCIS.gov. I told him about December and Jan filers getting approvals and RFE's and case right before mine got RFE on June 19th. He said: "well all cases are different and they go in order they are received." ranting33va.gif  Then I asked him what are my options? What CAN you tell me? He just said I have officer assigned to our case and I have to wait it could take 3 MONTHS. ranting33va.gif protest6wz.gif  Because they have to train TSC officers and it takes about 45 days, only then they start to look at the cases. Which is BS! So there was no way to get anything else from this unfriendly guy. 

 

I will try again.

Hey Dear dont despair. Our time is nearly here. We just need to be strong and ride this wave out. The approvals are coming in at the dozens


Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-06-21 11:24:00
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Expedited review sounds very promising. Did you request expedited review?

 

I did like 4 inquiries and got one answer so far.. that our case is pending at TSC and blah blah blah... here it is:

 

(USCIS) records confirm that your case is pending at TSC.  Your Form I-129F Petition for Alien Fiance(e) was received on 12/06/2012.

USCIS is committed to adjudicating immigration benefits in a timely and efficient manner.  At this time the Texas Service Center will be processing I-129F petitions in order to balance the overall workload with processing capacity.  On 05/30/2013, USCIS transferred the workload for I 129F petitions  processing from the Vermont Service Center to the Texas Service Center.

 

i just called to speak to a TIER 2 and once on hold for like 90 minutes the officer comes on. And i told them I would like to put in a service request. He started to tell me that VSC is currently processing Oct 15 but I wouldnt have them feeding me that BS. So i told them its been stated for over a month and a half that VSC is still at Oct 15 and that is wrong. I have seen people being processed all the way in Dec being approved. So he was tired of me being irate and asked me for my email and he will send an inquiry to an adjucator. Thus my email from VSC that they will expedite my case.


 

Expedited review sounds very promising. Did you request expedited review?

 

I did like 4 inquiries and got one answer so far.. that our case is pending at TSC and blah blah blah... here it is:

 

(USCIS) records confirm that your case is pending at TSC.  Your Form I-129F Petition for Alien Fiance(e) was received on 12/06/2012.

USCIS is committed to adjudicating immigration benefits in a timely and efficient manner.  At this time the Texas Service Center will be processing I-129F petitions in order to balance the overall workload with processing capacity.  On 05/30/2013, USCIS transferred the workload for I 129F petitions  processing from the Vermont Service Center to the Texas Service Center.

 

i just called to speak to a TIER 2 and once on hold for like 90 minutes the officer comes on. And i told them I would like to put in a service request. He started to tell me that VSC is currently processing Oct 15 but I wouldnt have protest6wz.gif  them feeding me that BS. So i told them its been stated for over a month and a half that VSC is still at Oct 15 and that is wrong. I have seen people being processed all the way in Dec being approved. So he was tired of me being irate ranting33va.gif  and asked me for my email and he will send an inquiry to an adjucator. Thus my email from VSC that they will expedite my case. dancin5hr.gif


Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-06-20 13:09:00
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Congratulations!

 

Senator Graham's office just got back to us saying they will contact USCIS on our behalf - a bit late now!
 

 

cONGRATS QUEEN


Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-06-20 11:47:00
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This part of the system is definitely the waiting game with no time in sight. Hard to control it, and I know I was trying to make heads of it too. You can do certain things to help push it along, but until you're outside the processing window you are left to wait for the system. Hang in there, we all are, and we will all get there. After you get your NoA2 at least things will become more clear. You start to see the wedding, the house, the dog, and being to live the the life you are looking forward too. Just keep it positive and positive things will come. Wish you the best and for your approval to come soon.

 

I love your way of thinking. Feel like Peter Pan.. think happy thoughts  :)


Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-06-20 11:30:00
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I dont have an approval like the most of you. However, i am excited today. Put in a service request on Monday and just got an email from USCIS that my case has been put under expedited review. Not sure if i should jump for joy or just brace myself for the days to come. eb0dfafc.gif60 days is a long time. ClockWatch2.gif Either ways I am still happy that its being push for an expedite. Wish me good luck my VJ family.dancin5hr.gif  

 

Recently, you or your representative contacted USCIS concerning your I-129F Petition for Alien Fiance' to notify us that your case is currently outside of normal processing times.

Your case is now under expedited review. You should receive a decision or notice of further action on your I-129F Petition for Alien Relative within 60 days from the date of this letter. 



We hope this information is helpful to you.

 

 

 


 


Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-06-20 10:55:00
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I survived the great VSC to TSC transfer of May 24th 2013 and all I got was this lousy tee shirt!!!
Oh and a great big fat ---> APPROVAL!!!!!!!!!
Woooooooo hhhooooooooo
The case satus says june 17 th they sent letter but it updated 12 midnight the 19 th of June
You all feel like family... Thank you so far for he support



dancin5hr.gif Congrats Angie. I am so happy for you. Wish you good luck on the remainder of your visa journey.


Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-06-19 08:47:00
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Wishing everyone a good luck this week. dancin5hr.gif


Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-06-17 09:46:00
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Here is something interesting.

I just got back from my local office on an infopass.

 

3 weeks ago, they did a service request for me. I havent recieved it yet in the mail and they say that it should come in 2 weeks.

SO I go to the window and explain this and she scans my paper work jumps up to the copy machine and hand delivers a copy for me.

Why is it that the local office have better information center than the USCIS customer service center!!!!!

The service request did not tell me anything new.. sad.png

I dont take drugs.. but for the first time in my life I want an zanex   LOL

 

LMAO.. Angelina you are too funny. But in the midst of all this madness its good that you can keep you sense of humor. As we all should


Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-06-14 13:40:00
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Me too! Who'de you contact? I filled out information release forms sent letters, called and faxed over info to  Kirsten Gillibrand, Charles Schumer and my local district rep...and got nothing in return. 

 

Oh and Whats up! Im originally from the Bronx! hahaha

 

Bronx Native here too.. I contacted Elliot Engel office and got an a response from his intern. However, I was told the same info that we already know. The intern contacted VSC was told they are currently processing Oct 15 files and earlier.blah blah.rolleyes.gif


Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-06-14 13:04:00
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 Hi all:

 

I called and I got to tier 2. Very nice guy who basically said to me that anything that says it went to our local office is a glitch in the system because K1 unmarried are NOT processed at local offices. Local offices are for AOS. He also said that my case was in Texas and proceeded to offer me information about the next steps saying "Let me tell what will be happening next; we will send your case over to NVC and they will send it to the consulate where your fiance lives so that you guys can make your appointment for him to interview and receive his visa. After that he will be able to travel to the US." So I said to him okay does this mean it's approved smile.png [seemed liked code language]. He said in 30 days you should be hearing from us, if not DEFINITELY call us back!!! Seemed like the same thing right.

 

Hi Jessie.. I could help but notice your from NYC as me.  I am happy you got someone a little more upbeat and was able to give you more details in the process. However, I was not one of those that got transfered but I am left behind at VSC. So either ways I am stuck in limbo like everyone. Ijust hope whatever your Tier2 told you..goes just like that,.without any further delays.dancin5hr.gif


Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-06-13 10:53:00
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I take slight offense to your tone. I have 3 separate politician sources telling me the same thing. I have worked hard to update people and do not appreciate you post


I take slight offense to your tone. I have 3 separate politician sources telling me the same thing. I have worked hard to update people and do not appreciate you post


 

Keep doing what you do Angelina. We greatly appreciate all the hardwork and efforts you have extended to keep us aware of our petitons. And As Engima said below.. i couldnt have said it any better.

 

Angelina,

 

I too want to say Thank You for all the leg work, head work and hard work you have done! From the Hot updates to even the little tidbits from yourself and others who are diligently and positively working for answers and information on our cases. Thank for each of us wondering and waiting all the information provided is priceless in times like these!

 

Honestly it's what helped me determine that it will be awhile before our actual Interview even if we are approved this week! So that gave me the confidence to go ahead and book a flight.. lol (Backwards as that sounds.. that "bad news" is Good news and lets me go forward making choices from a place of some peace.. lol)

 

So "Thank you" about 300 times.. at least.. lol

 

Big Hug! Keep on trucking!! You're on  a roll! Your Fiance is blessed and lucky to have such a dedicated woman at his side!

 

G.

 

 If this was FB i would like this post 5x... star_smile.gif


Our DestinyFemaleJamaica2013-06-12 15:37:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsMedical Report and Port of Entry
Thank you for the info my fellow vjers.
HadizaFemaleNigeria2010-07-12 10:50:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsMedical Report and Port of Entry
Hello VJers,
Does my husband's medical report have to still be valid before he enters the United
States? Is it true that the report cannot be more than one year old? Please let me know.
Thanks
HadizaFemaleNigeria2010-07-12 00:06:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsHusband received K-3 visa on June 30, 2010
Hello Visajourney Members:

My husband received his visa on June 30, 2010. I want to thank everyone on this forum
for their advice and time to help me during the times we were in administrative
processing. I want to say God bless you all and I wish everyone success.

Love,
Hadiza
HadizaFemaleNigeria2010-07-03 01:19:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsGot my visa... yayyyyyyyy
Congrats to you and wishing you all the BEST!
HadizaFemaleNigeria2010-09-20 20:22:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsMy husband arrived three days ago!
Thank you everyone for your kind words and support.
HadizaFemaleNigeria2010-11-07 13:09:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsMy husband arrived three days ago!
Hi, my husband just arrived three days ago. Port of entry was no problem. I am so happy that he has joined me.....
HadizaFemaleNigeria2010-11-06 17:48:00
USCIS Service CentersVSC speeding up?
I was just approved from Vermont yesterday after only 56 days of filing the petition, around 3 months faster than what i expected.... although i swear i checked the site every day two and three times a day after i saw things were speeding up for other September and October filers...

Good Luck to us all...
EMB & CEMFemaleDominican Republic2011-11-04 08:44:00
IndiaMumbai medical appointment

It definitely does help.  My fiance will be having his medical appointment completed for the K1 visa but I would guess the process is about the same.  He also does not have vaccination records so he will just have to have whatever they recommend.  However, our issue is that he just got notice on Fri. 9/6/13 that his interview is scheduled for Mon. 9/23/13.  And of course today is a holiday and the clinic was closed.  So he has to wait until tomorrow to try and schedule his appointment.  How long ago did your wife call to make her appointment?  We are hoping that they can get him in this week or there just won't be enough time to have the medical done before his interview. 

 

Well, we got our Interview date end of July and we contacted the clinic right away. They said at first to have it scheduled a month before the interview, but since my wife is not in Mumbai, we couldn't do that. So, then they suggested to have it done at least a week before the interview. That way, there's a few days in between the test and the interview to get the results and be ready.

So, I would suggest he tries to get the appointment for some time this week and absolutely latest by 9/16/13 or 9/17/13. He'll than have a realistic chance of getting the results back in time for the interview.

Don't worry too much, I'm sure they'll be considerate of the situation, especially since he has proof of receiving the interview letter as recent as last Friday!

Good luck!


ahiariMaleIndia2013-09-09 13:42:00