Forum	Title	Content	Member	Sex	Country	Date/Time
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	STUCK @ NVC for AP	QUOTE (Paris Heart @ Sep 18 2009, 08:23 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Allie and Nigel @ Sep 17 2009, 10:28 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I am gonna see how you guys are come the 30 day mark...truly...me and our Lisa and Ian were 30 and 34 days...see how it goes! Good luck! I was in for 37 days for the K3 as of phone call today from NVC, Im 1000% out of AP. Here we go again, chasing this time the K3 visa. They actually called you?	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-18 19:47:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	STUCK @ NVC for AP	I managed to get the fax number for the Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs (one step below Hillary, in charge of all visa issues and NVC) and faxed her a letter begging her to help get us out of NVC and on to Seoul. We'll see if that goes anywhere.	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-18 14:25:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	STUCK @ NVC for AP	QUOTE (Paris Heart @ Sep 17 2009, 03:52 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Stephen + Elisha @ Sep 17 2009, 12:37 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Day 17, still in AP. Was feeling ornery when I called so I asked to speak to a supervisor. Didn't have any additional info, but offered to send a note to "the unit that has your case" (she didn't tell me which unit that is) asking them to see if they can speed it up or at least give us some idea how much longer it's going to take. She gave me her name and told me to call back Monday or Tuesday and ask for her. This is a supervisor, Lila, I talked to her yesterday , she told me my K3 is out of AP, but the operators keep saying its still in AP. Im suppose to call her back Friday 09/18/09 I also talked to her about my CR1, she said she was moving it to the final reveiw desk. I still want to know, WHY do they want us to call them back??? ,do you think that is strange??? It's the first time it's happened to me. I don't know, perhaps it's to keep me from calling three times a day to see if we're out of AP yet. I'm going to keep calling.	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-17 15:53:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	STUCK @ NVC for AP	QUOTE (crazymazy @ Sep 17 2009, 02:37 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> How you called DOS ? I called NVC: (603) 334-0700.	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-17 13:38:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	STUCK @ NVC for AP	Day 17, still in AP. Was feeling ornery when I called so I asked to speak to a supervisor. Didn't have any additional info, but offered to send a note to "the unit that has your case" (she didn't tell me which unit that is) asking them to see if they can speed it up or at least give us some idea how much longer it's going to take. She gave me her name (Leila) and told me to call back Monday or Tuesday and ask for her.	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-17 12:37:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	STUCK @ NVC for AP	QUOTE (Allie and Nigel @ Sep 15 2009, 07:26 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I specifically asked them if our case has been sent to London yet, and they said yes it has, in fact, today they did! So I was like "YES!!!!!!!!!!!!" I was on Skype-video with Nigel when we got the news, so I was bouncing off the walls!! LOL. My next step is next week call the department of state, the (202)number is bouncing around here or there i'll have to find it again, but they tell you if the consulate has received it or not. There is also a tracking method here too, but I figure I'll give them 3-7 business days sooo, I'm very very pleased...THANK GOD ! lol. 30 freeking days! Congrats on getting out of that stinking hellhole! Day 15 here... and counting	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-15 17:59:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	STUCK @ NVC for AP	Still stuck in that rotten hellhole... day 14	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-14 12:55:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	What is "Additional Processing" in NVC?	QUOTE (lenaandbilly @ Sep 21 2009, 11:29 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE They said it's undergoing "additional processing" and they "don't have timeline" for it. Convenient wording aside, I asked what that means and they said "we don't know" but I then asked "do other cases all undergo this additional processing?" and they very confidently said "some do, some don't". So, local experts, - what is it? and how long of a delay am I looking at here? After being at USCIS almost 6 months and now being stuck for AP at NVC I would compare it to having your face rubbed in the ####### that was just kicked out of you by their "partners in bureaucracy." It could be worse and I know it often is, but it could also be better. AMEN! That sums up my feelings on AP @ NVC to a T.	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-21 10:43:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	What is "Additional Processing" in NVC?	Moving to NVC forum...	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-19 15:40:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)	HOW TO TRACK YOUR CASE FROM NVC TO EMBASSY	QUOTE (thongd4me @ Oct 20 2009, 03:33 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> After many false starts (not being on the tracking by reference page, and not putting in the required spaces, I came up with what seems to be our case going to Bangkok, as I got NOA2 notification by email on 14 October. I am in Thailand now, so can I call the consulate and give the tracking reference below??? - I don't have any direct confirmation from the NVC that it was sent but this seems like an indirect confirmation. Tracking # Status 8789467190 Shipment delivered. Signed by BOONTAM U. 10/20/2009 9:54 am 10/16/2009 PORTSMOUTH, NH BANGKOK, THAILAND Sorry to be a wet blanket, but if your NOA2 was 10/14 then it's highly unlikely that your case shipped out from NVC on 10/16. First of all, the service centers ship approved petitions to NVC in batches, not necessarily immediately after approval. If yours missed the outgoing batch for the day, it might not have even been sent to NVC 'til a day or two after the NOA2 date. Figure in another couple days for transit time. Then, at minimum, plan on 1-2 days at NVC before shipping out to BKK—and that's not even accounting for the possibility of that special hell known as additional processing. Your best bet is to call NVC and try to find out your status with them—and, while you're at it, your consular case number, which you'll need for inquiries with BKK.	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-10-21 08:45:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	I-129 rejected!	My $0.02: If the I-130 is already approved, there's absolutely no reason to file an I-129F for a K-3. Pursue the IR-1/CR-1 route. moving to K-3 Process forum...	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-29 17:29:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	Can the K1 Visa Date Be Extended?	Policies differ from consulate to consulate. It appears that Seoul is willing to reissue the K-1 under the specified circumstances. Getting it by email will be nice, of course, and hopefully you got the names of the consular staff with whom you spoke on the phone; but multiple attestation, which you now have, is a good sign. Good luck! Just an aside: is your fiancee Korean?	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-08-18 21:45:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	Question about I-134	As the previous poster stated, your fiance(e) needs an ORIGINAL, SIGNED I-134 (with supporting documentation) for the interview. A printout of a scanned copy is not going to cut it. You only need a co-sponsor if your income (and/or assets) are not sufficient to meet the guidelines (i.e., 125% of current poverty level, as per the I-864 instructions). Also, be aware that not all consulates accept co-sponsors for the K-1. It's best to check with your consulate and follow their directives exactly. Edited by Stephen + Elisha, 24 August 2009 - 12:23 AM.	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-08-24 00:22:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	help with I-134 for K1 visa	Also be aware that not all consulates accept co-sponsors for the K-1. Check with yours to be sure.	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-08-26 21:55:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	K-1 Interview Forms: Single or double sided?	Perhaps I'm putting too much thought into this, but does anyone have any thoughts on whether the multi-page forms for the K-1 interview (DS-230, DS-156, I-134) should be duplexed or single-sided only? What do the paper forms provided by the consulates look like?	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-08-29 12:21:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	i-134 help	QUOTE (Gary and Alla @ Sep 2 2009, 08:17 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> There are no specific rules for the I-134, most consulates use the I-864 as a guide. There is sample I-134 forms here at this site. It is fairly straightforward, fill in the blanks. If you need to list assets (and you do not if your income is sufficient) then you need to document any assets listed. You can attach your most recent year tax return with w-2s (or a tax transcript from the IRS) and any other supporting documentation like a bank letter, employment letter, recent check stubs, etc, It's a little-known fact that the I-134 is not, as a strict matter of law, required at all. Most consulates require it as a matter of course, but it's entirely at their discretion. Many consulates in Western Europe will allow K-1 applicants to demonstrate financial self-sufficiency and don't require the I-134 unless the applicant's income and savings are insufficient. That being said, if the I-134 is used, there are in fact some rules?regarding the evidence required with an I-134, at least. These are found in the Department of State's Foreign Affairs Manual at 9 FAM 40.41 N4.6-3: http://www.state.gov...ation/86988.pdf For example, the FAM states that the I-134 should be accompanied by the most recent tax return, including all schedules. QUOTE (mamajew @ Sep 2 2009, 09:01 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> how up to date does the supporting evidences eg tax returns etc needs to be? can i get everything prepared even before receiving noa2 or is that too soon? Again, it should be the most recently filed return. Also useful to show current income are pay stubs (the most recent 6 months' worth are often suggested) and a recently dated letter from your employer stating your position, date and basis of hire (permanent full-time, hopefully), and salary. Hopefully, taken together, these documents will demonstrate current AND sustained income. Gary is correct in saying that there are no specific rules for adjudicating the I-134. The consular officer must be satisfied that the applicant will not become a public charge when he/she reaches the US. Gary is also correct in saying that most consulates use the I-864 guidelines (125% of current federal poverty guidelines based on household size). Edited by Stephen + Elisha, 02 September 2009 - 08:24 PM.	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-02 20:22:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	Affidavit of Support - necessary to include all bank info	QUOTE (AbbynSheryl @ Sep 5 2009, 03:41 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> i did the I864EZ and that was the really easy to do and i only submit last 3 years of transcripts and thats it, no check stubs no w2 no nothing, if u have income on the ITR over the poverty line and u only sponcer ur fiancee then u can do I864EZ, my advice read in VJ about the I-864EZ and see i u qualify for it. good luck abby n sheryl K-1 applicants do not use the I-864 or -864EZ until after visa issuance and POE. They come into play at AOS time. The OP is talking about the I-134 used at the consular stage of the K-1 process. There is no I-134EZ.	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-05 21:58:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	Japanese Visa Process Continues - NVC Part - Please Help	QUOTE (dougiehossy @ Sep 1 2009, 10:11 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I thought she was unable to enter the US during any part of the Visa process... Your fiancee can visit the US while the I-129F is pending, but if you're going to do this, it pays to be prepared: http://www.visajourn...mp;page=k1visit	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-01 13:31:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	Japanese Visa Process Continues - NVC Part - Please Help	QUOTE (dougiehossy @ Aug 31 2009, 10:24 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> So Yoko and I have finally received our NOA2 and our journey has finally been sent to the NVC. This is an exciting time for us but we are still filled with so many questions. 1 - Once the NVC sends the info to the correct location in Japan how does the embassy contact us from there? - Do they contact Yoko or me? - Do they contact by mail (normal mail or UPS/FedEx) or by telephone? 2 - Who actually sets up the medical exam or is it appointed to Yoko? 3 - What are most of the exact questions Yoko will be asked during the interview? ** ??? ** If Yoko plans to move to a different apartment before her interview do I need to contact NVC or State Dept for changes ** or ** Does she need to contact someone? All the questions you've asked are consulate-dependent to a greater or lesser extent. How the consulate sends the "Packet 3" info depends on the consulate. If they utilize e-mail, it'll probably go to you, as there's nowhere on the I-129F to record the beneficiary's e-mail address. If they use regular mail or a courier service, it'll go to the beneficiary's mailing address as reported on page 2 of the I-129F. If the beneficiary has moved, you or she should contact the consulate. The visa applicant (i.e., your fiancee) is responsible for arranging her medical exam. Varies by consulate. I would suggest posting in the Embassy/Consulate forum and putting the specific consulate's name (Tokyo or Naha) in the subject so that others who've been through there before can offer you specific information based on their experiences. Japan K-1 info: http://tokyo.usembas...visa-niv-k.html VisaJourney Tokyo consulate info: http://www.visajourn...e...n&cty=Tokyo	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-01 00:05:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	DS-230	QUOTE (lenaandbilly @ Sep 8 2009, 09:20 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I was just looking into this issue myself... So to summarize and clarify, DS-156 and DS-156K are required for a K-1 (fiance/nonimmigrant) visa but DS-230 is not, correct? It depends on the consulate that will be issuing your visa. Many—I'd say most—require at least DS-230 Part I, if not the entire form, as part of the Packet 3 requirements. Although the K-1 is technically a nonimmigrant visa, it leads by design to adjustment of status to lawful permanent resident. Hence, it's treated like an immigrant visa. It can only be issued by consulates that process immigrant visas, and the clearance procedures utilized are IV procedures, not NIV. But as it is technically a nonimmigrant visa, the application process often includes elements from both the IV and NIV processes. Edit: I just noticed that your fiance is from Ukraine. Kiev is one of the consulates that does not require the DS-230 for K-1 applicants. Edited by Stephen + Elisha, 08 September 2009 - 09:13 PM.	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-08 21:12:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	DS-230	QUOTE (missmissy @ Aug 30 2009, 09:54 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I am working on our DS 230 and I don't see that. What question number? I think the OP is confusing the DS-156 (Nonimmigrant Visa Application) with the DS-230 (Immigrant Visa Application). The question about intended date of entry is on the 156, not the 230.	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-08-30 09:05:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	Form DS-156K	DS-156K pertains to the consular interview stage... moving to Embassy and Consulate Discussion	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-09 15:22:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	DS-156 Question	The DS-156 online form does not submit or store any information you enter. It only uses it to generate a printable form with a unique barcode that captures the form data. So if you make a mistake, you can redo it as many times as it takes. The DS-160 is a different animal. Information submitted on that form is entered directly into Department of State computers, and can then be pulled up on demand through the consulate's network.	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-08 21:17:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	Questions re I-134 tax return info	QUOTE (grinchus @ Sep 9 2009, 12:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Stephen + Elisha @ Sep 9 2009, 08:54 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (grinchus @ Sep 9 2009, 11:44 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Ummmmm sorry for being dense, but I don't hear a choice in the prompts that matches that I want a transcript. What am I missing (or misunderstanding)? Thanks!!! Press 2 - 2 - Social Security Number - 1 - 1 - 3 I think you can take it from there. Done. Thank you!!!! You're welcome And since the I-134 pertains to the consulate stage... moving this thread to the Embassy/Consulate Discussion.	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-09 12:11:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	Questions re I-134 tax return info	QUOTE (grinchus @ Sep 9 2009, 11:44 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Ummmmm sorry for being dense, but I don't hear a choice in the prompts that matches that I want a transcript. What am I missing (or misunderstanding)? Thanks!!! Press 2 - 2 - Social Security Number - 1 - 1 - 3 I think you can take it from there.	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-09 10:54:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	Questions re I-134 tax return info	When you request by phone, you shouldn't have to talk to anyone. It's all done via an automated response system. Call 1-800-829-1040 and follow the prompts. I also faxed a 4506T, and after several weeks with no response, I called in a request via the automated system. I had my transcripts within a week. http://www.irs.gov/i...=110571,00.html	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-09 10:39:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	Questions re I-134 tax return info	You don't need transcripts for the I-134. The benefit of having them, however, is that they prove that you filed and the IRS accepted your return. Anyone can fill out a 1040; a copy of the return does not prove that it was filed. Did you request your transcripts by mail? They generally arrive within a week if you request by phone.	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-09 10:25:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	Affidavit of Support	Employment letter and bank letter should be originals, with original signatures. Keep copies for your records. For things like bank statements, tax returns, W-2s, pay stubs (which you didn't mention but are a good idea to include), copies are fine. Affidavit of support issues pertain to the consular interview stage - moving to Embassy and Consulate Discussion	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-09 22:51:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	affidavit of support	QUOTE (Gary and Alla @ Sep 9 2009, 10:49 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (jo2010 @ Sep 9 2009, 10:05 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> ohhh two weeks ago i got the hard copy of the 130 was approved and waiting for nvc to get their copy it looks like theay are talking for ever what is the hold up in that office !!!! i have called them many times and they said the still have not received the 130 yet ,, i have checked the auto system even at night but no answer yet i guess it takes long does any one know how long ???? please helppppppppppp thanks for the respond any way You should have a co-sponsor prepared. It would not be prudent to do otherwise. Especially considering that you're filing Affidavit(s) of Support at NVC—the real, no-fooling, legally-binding I-864 kind of AOS where the 125% of poverty line is strictly enforced.	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-10 14:02:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	affidavit of support	Affidavit of support pertains to the consular interview stage of the K-1 process - moving to Embassy and Consulate Discussion	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-09 20:12:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	Administrative Processing before Interview	Topic relates to administrative processing at the consulate - moving to Embassy and Consulate Discussion	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-10 14:15:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	Police Certificates Help	QUOTE Police Certificates Available. Japanese police certificates will not contain information about criminal convictions when: The period of suspended sentence has ended; The penalty of the crime was a fine, and the crime occurred more than five years ago; The term of the prison sentence ended more than ten years ago; or The conviction was vacated or the criminal was subject to a pardon or amnesty. Persons convicted of crimes in Japan may obtain court conviction records indefinitely. The headquarters' records section of the Metropolitan or Prefectural police issues certificates which include a nationwide criminal records check. Applicants Physically Present in Japan: Foreign nationals holding legal resident status and Japanese citizens must apply in person at the Metropolitan or Prefectural police headquarters having jurisdiction over their present place of residence in Japan. Processing time: approximately 3 weeks. Applicants Outside of Japan: Former legal residents, former illegal aliens, and Japanese citizens, should apply at the nearest Japanese Consulate. Processing time: Two to three months. http://travel.state....ocity_3591.html	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-10 13:53:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	nao2, Affidavit of supprt, nvc????	NVC will not request an affidavit of support in K-1 cases. The consulate will require that for the interview. So if you're planning to go to India for the interview, you can take the affidavit(s) and supporting documents with you, or you can send them ahead to your fiance. As for fees, there is an additional $131 fee required for the visa. Follow the consulate's instructions to pay this fee at or before the interview. Edited by Stephen + Elisha, 10 September 2009 - 03:30 PM.	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-10 15:28:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	nao2, Affidavit of supprt, nvc????	QUOTE (Ak+Tk @ Sep 10 2009, 02:58 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Good After noon! So i have come up with a question, hope some of you out there may be able to answer for me. So after you get a hard copy of the Noa2, the uscis mails all info to the nvc, then the nvc contacts us to pay the next fees, is this the time when they will ask for an Affidavit of support? do they ask for more papers? I will be having a co-sponser, My parents, I Havent had a full time job since i graduated college in the usa and since i moved back from India in April 09, just part time job..babysitting my cousins. So i wanna have all Affidavit of supports papers when i go to india.....can anyone help me with these questions? I am really hoping to have my noa2 and being able to fly back to India to my fiance Mani, to celebrate dewali and bring all the paperwork needed for the interview, i wuld just stay in india till then. thank you for reading this! Tasha(usa) & Mani(india) You are confusing the K-1 process with the IR-1/CR-1 process. For the K-1, after the USCIS service center approves your I-129F petition (aka NOA2), the approved petition is sent to NVC. NVC conducts additional background checks on the beneficiary, then forwards the case to the consulate where the beneficiary will interview. NVC only collects forms and fees in the IR-1/CR-1 visa process. For K-1s, Affidavit(s) of Support are required at the time of the consular interview. (K-1 affidavit of support = consular interview phase = moving to Embassy and Consulate Discussion)	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-10 14:09:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	pre-interview ds-230 question	DS-230 pertains to the consular interview stage of the K-1 process - moving to Embassy and Consulate Discussion	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-10 14:14:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	interview	Question about consular interview - moving to Embassy and Consulate Discussion...	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-11 10:16:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	Income question	Affidavit of support comes during the consulate stage of the K-1 process... moving to Embassy and Consular Discussion...	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-11 15:43:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	Got Appointment Letter Yesterday!!!	Good luck! Moving this to the Embassy and Consulate Discussion forum...	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-11 08:00:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	Does the DS-230 part 1 need to be signed?	QUOTE (pushbrk @ Sep 12 2009, 07:03 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (leslyjo85 @ Sep 11 2009, 04:42 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (payxibka @ Sep 11 2009, 02:15 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> don't sign it... typically for a "K" visa they only use part I.... it will be signed in front of the CO at the consulate moving thread to consulate forum Thank you so much!! I will DHL deliver it straight to the embassy then!! The instructions say don't sign part II. Do sign part I on page two of four. Part II is signed in front of the Consular Officer. This is correct for all use of the DS 230.	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-12 10:36:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	What are the question in the interview	Question about consular interview... moving to Embassy and Consulate Discussion...	Stephen + Elisha	Male	South Korea	2009-09-12 12:33:00