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National Visa Center (Dept of State)DS 3032 Form

My husband emailed DS 3032 form on January 17th to NVC. I haven't received any email with IV invoice as of now. Is it normal for them to take this long to go thru your email and enter in their system?

I called NVC couple times and they keep saying they haven't gone thru all emails yet due to how many they receive each day.


Same here, still waiting.Posted Image DS-3032 were emailed last 14th of Jan. I called the other day & they said to wait for 15 business days.
let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-01-25 13:51:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)a quick question

I read somewhere that i need to write our case number on the top right hand corner of each and every paper for the AOS and IV is that true? (for both the originals and copies?--Cos i wont be writing on our MC his BC nor PR... Maybe i misread but now that im wondering i cant find where i read that. :|


I know this is true in submitting RFE documents to NVC. Writing the case number clearly on the upper-right hand corner of all documents.

I didn't write the case numbers on my AOS & IV documents.
let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-02-23 15:38:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Interview Scheduled =)
Congratulations! Posted Image
let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-03-07 08:41:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Another Rfe here

I actually learnt it from u that I need to submit those but just didnt think it has to be original.
How is ur case? do u have an interview date now? Im hoping to get this case done this month and get an interview date by April.


Yes, my parents interview appointment is on April 4th.
let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-03-07 21:56:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Another Rfe here

Nothing submitted for the petitioner for the DS-230. It is all about the beneficary.


The OP is petitioning her/his parent (IR-5 Category). The petitioner for such category is required to submit original/certified copies of civil documents like birth certificates & marriage certificates.
See link: http://travel.state..../info_3195.html


Petitioner Documents
Who needs to submit petitioner documents?

If you are applying for an IR5 (Parent of a U.S. Citizen) visa, you are required to provide:

  • Original or certified copy of your Petitioner’s birth certificate
  • Original or certified copy of your Petitioner’s marriage certificate from the Petitioner’s current and all previous marriages.

let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-03-07 14:21:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)AOS package

Hi everyone:

I paid AOS fee already today and still showing as in process. Do I have to wait until it says PAID in order to send AOS package to NVC?

Also both sponsor and co-sponsor need to provide copy proof of US citizenship right? or just co-sponsor?
And my wife and I live in the same address, I need to send proof of same residence, ie drivers license of both, or something that shows both names on same address? I've read somewhere but I'm overwhelmed with all the information I forget where I read it :) Sorry for this being repeated. Could someone please help me sending a list of what need to be sent w/ AOS package?

Thanks again all.


It was already established that the principal sponsor is a US citizen when the petition was approved since you have provided the proof when you sent in your petition.

Maybe wait until the next day when it shows in your bank account that the money has been taken out. In my case, they took the money the next day & the status in the payment portal still showed IN Process. But I did wait for a few more hours that day till it changed to PAID. Then I went to the Post office to mail off my AOS packet.

I didn't send proof of same residence for me & my spouse (co-sponsor). I don't think it is necessary. When I called NVC I asked if they reviewed my AOS & if everything was complete. The operator told me that unless a received a checklist I shouldn't worry about my AOS.

I followed what was recommended by VJ Wiki for my AOS Packet(s)

I-864 Cover Sheet with barcode
Your cover sheet
I-864 Signed & Dated
I-864A (Co-sponsor)
3 years Tax Return or Tax Transcript copies
Pay stubs from the most recent six months
Employment Letter
Proof of Citizenship ( Co-sponsor)




Edited by let-it-be, 09 March 2013 - 04:03 PM.

let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-03-09 16:03:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Interview Preparations Questions Philippines
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Can we pay for the medical fee online? Or the beneficiay has to pay it in St. Lukes personally?


SLEC doesn't accept electronic payments. They only accept cash payments in (peso equivalent) which should be paid during the medical.Posted Image
let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-03-09 15:46:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Interview Preparations Questions Philippines

Finally after the struggles of paper work misplaced I got through USCIS and NVC was a lot smoother have to say.
I received the letter today that the interview is scheduled for April 4th 2013.

I have a question my wife already has duplicates of everything since I made sure to pull doubles for me and her of all her original paper work. Going to email my Package of support copy that I sent to NVC since that's the last thing missing.

Do I trust the letter that all the original documents are coded and accepted as original or she should bring hers also just in case?

Also all the bills are paid on USCIS and NVC should I worry about fees at interview is there any not listed ones?

How does the medical exam work how soon does it need to be done? wanting to know from other people that dealt with the Manila embassy to avoid surprises.



After the visa is issued & delivered to the applicant (beneficiary), the petitioner have to pay online an Immigrant Fee of $165. Please check link for more information: http://www.uscis.gov...00045f3d6a1RCRD

As for Medical examination, it can be done a week before the embassy interview. But others ( including me) have done it 3 or 4 weeks before the interview appointment.
For a detailed information about the medical examination please see link: http://www.slec.ph/u...l#required-docs
SLEC recommends that applicants register online: http://www.slec.ph/us/registration/
let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-03-07 12:33:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Interview notified by mail or email?

Thanks let-it-be!

How about picking up your Visa? In Phillipines they mail to applican't house? I think in Vietnam you pick it up in person, I'm not sure?


In Philippines, we have the options to either pick up the visa in the courier's branch office or have the visa deliver to the applicant's home address. Maybe you can ask this question in Regional forum (Vietnam).
let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-03-11 11:53:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Interview notified by mail or email?
NVC will notify both the petitioner & beneficiary (applicant) by E-mail about the interview schedule. Posted Image
let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-03-11 11:09:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)AOS sent certified mail
USPS will deliver it on Monday. Don't worry about it.

My IV packets were supposed to be delivered on Monday but for some reason USPS attempted to deliver it on Saturday ( 2 days before). It was successfully received by NVC on Monday.
let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-03-16 21:00:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)March 2013 Interviews

NVC just sent me a case complete email @ 6:02 a.m. Nice to know they communicate that early via email even though its 7 days after the fact but i appreciate the official notice.


Congratulations! Posted Image
let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-02-05 12:20:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)interview date
Two months.
let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-03-31 23:30:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Pls help

I am not sure if you are telling me or the OP...if you are telling the OP, I agree that they should call NVC or DOS. That is the best way to make sure they do not actually have a checklist.



I quoted you because you asked if the OP opened the attachment, because the content that the OP posted is indeed the attachment. I got a checklist too but it had a 3rd page. I'm sorry I forgot to write my reply to the OP in a separate paragraph. I had just realized it now. Posted Image
Yes, the OP should call NVC. Posted Image

Edited by let-it-be, 11 April 2013 - 03:26 PM.

let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-04-11 15:25:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Pls help

Did you open the attachment with the email?


That is actually the content of the attachment. It appears that it doesn't have a third page that has the specific "Instructions" for the applicant. Call NVC to clarify if there were any missing documents or incomplete information of the DS-230 form or AOS.

Edited by let-it-be, 10 April 2013 - 10:21 PM.

let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-04-10 22:18:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)how long????

I have a question pls... I sent my DS3032 last april 5th via email my mom's email add, I was wondering how long does it takes for the NVC to get into their system and eventually get my IV fee available as well. Sent my AOS docs as well, do I have to call them to verify the status of my AOS and DS3032? Thank you.....


Can take up to 20 business days or less for DS-3032 to be accepted. NVC will notify the applicant by email. Same with the AOS it can take that many business days as well. NVC will not send an email if it has been reviewed . However, you can find out about both the AOS & DS-3032 by calling them on the phone.

Edited by let-it-be, 11 April 2013 - 11:55 AM.

let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-04-11 11:52:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)choice of agent ds-3032
Relax, it's only been a week. It may take up to 20 business days or less. Mine took about 10 business days (15 days).

Edited by let-it-be, 11 April 2013 - 06:27 AM.

let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-04-11 06:26:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)IV CHECKLIST

Yes. My parents sent me (3) of each ds230 forms with their signiture just in case. Thanks


Got ya. Posted Image

I almost had my parents sent me extra (blank) DS-230 forms with their signatures too. But then there is that Part II #44. Were you assisted in completing this application. My sister assisted them there in the Philippines. I didn't want to risk filling up the form by handwriting the answers without it appearing obvious that I did it here in the states.
let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-04-12 12:01:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)IV CHECKLIST
Did you mean Question # 20 of the DS-230 Part I, right? List below all places you have lived for at least six months since reaching the age of 16 ............

If so, your mom needs to fill up & sign the Part I (Page 2) of the DS-230 again. I'm surprise that the lady from NVC didn't point that out to you.
let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-04-10 21:55:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)IV CHECKLIST
. EDIT

Edited by let-it-be, 10 April 2013 - 09:48 PM.

let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-04-10 21:43:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)interview date

does anyone and this is for the manila embassy,does anyone have a good idea,if we have our case closed from the nvc at least by the end of april or before,that we would get not only an interview date from the nvc?but also would we get an interview date to actually have an interview scheduled to attend around 30days after case is closed?im praying for this,but any input would be appreciated!!! :help: thk you


It can take upto 1 or 3 months from case complete till the interview date.

http://manila.usemba...v/wwwh3238.html

Immigrant Visa Appointment All case processing for Manila, including appointment scheduling for immigrant visa cases, is generally done at the National Visa Center (NVC) in the U.S. An applicant’s case number does not determine his or her position in the scheduling queue. Once a case is current (i.e., priority date is current for processing), and is “documentarily qualified”(i.e., all the necessary, completed documents are received at the NVC) , the waiting time for an appointment date is approximately one (1) to three (3) months.


let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-04-13 22:21:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)I-864 with Tax Returns

Hi Guys,

I am preparing I-864 Packet for my spouse.There are some questios arising as I am going further.

I applied for my spouse ITIN number 3 days ago. Is it okay to send i-864 form without ITIN number. also what proof should I provide for 2012 Tax return ...We filled 1040EZ along with ITIN application.

Do we need to include original Tax Transcripts received form IRS or Photocopy is fine.

Basically I have below documents for my I-864 Packet: Please let me know if anything is missing:
Cover Letter
Barcoded Cover Sheet(Will print it after my AOS bill shows paid)
I-864 Filled and Signed
Filled W7 form for Itin and 1040EZ, and w2's (since i have not received ITIN number)
Tax Trancripts for 2011 and 2010
Last 6 Months Paystubs
Employment Letter.
I am not including Bank Letter as I have enough Income to support my Petition.

Thanks for your Continous Support and Guidance..


Tax transcript photocopies will suffice. Keep the one's you got from IRS for your own records.Posted Image
let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-04-16 18:45:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)IV civil documents...is these all I need??? help pls..
Don't forget your mom's DS-230 form signed & dated on Part I (Page 2).
Yes, send all of those documents. Posted Image
let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-04-17 21:52:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)I got my 130 approved, whats next
Have your wife send the DS-3032 Choice of Agent by EMAIL. It is convenient & faster. Many of us have sent the DS-3032 this way & have been successful. The waiting time is more or less 20 business days. The email template of the said form can be found in this VJ link: http://www.visajourn...il_DS-3032_formPosted Image
let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-04-15 19:40:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)affidavit support I-184
Send your tax transcripts with the I-864. There's no need to send W2's.
let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-04-19 11:38:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)date of interview

How long does nvc give a date of interview after case complete?


http://manila.usemba...v/wwwh3238.html


Immigrant Visa Appointment All case processing for Manila, including appointment scheduling for immigrant visa cases, is generally done at the National Visa Center (NVC) in the U.S. An applicant’s case number does not determine his or her position in the scheduling queue. Once a case is current (i.e., priority date is current for processing), and is “documentarily qualified”(i.e., all the necessary, completed documents are received at the NVC) , the waiting time for an appointment date is approximately one (1) to three (3) months.


let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-04-20 09:40:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)False Checklist?

What makes you think this is fake? You should receive a hard (mailed) copy of same in a few days, confirming that it is real - You can call them and confirm that it is real - but by no means should you assume it is a fake. Good luck.


I haven't received a single mail (hard copy) ever since the case(s) were being processed in NVC. Sometimes they have different people working on the petitions/cases.

I received two false checklists,
(1) For my dad's case, that they are waiting for the choice of agent email. When in fact the day before that they sent the applicant an email of the acceptance of the choice of agent.
(2) For my mom's case, that they are waiting for the IV Fee payment. When in fact. I only received the IV Bill like less than an hour ago. Posted Image
let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-02-16 12:16:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)False Checklist?
Don't worry about the checklist. Your IV packet is still in the NVC mail room & has not been reviewed yet. In my case, it took them at least less than a week to review mine. I sent it Feb 4. I called a week later & they told me the case is complete.

Edited by let-it-be, 16 February 2013 - 11:52 AM.

let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-02-16 11:52:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Certified Copy of Marriage Certificate
If the certified copies came from vital records county, then you have the right copies. I kept my original marriage certificate/license that we got the very first time after we got married.. The only marriage certificates I sent off for my immmigration paper works, I got certified copies from vital records of my county
let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-04-21 11:35:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)letter from nvc

a quick question here if someone can help me at least speculate till i can further contact my wife! since the nvc knows that im the choice of agent and everything goes through me as it has been,and knowing as you can see in our timeline were about to have case completed at the nvc,at this point what would the nvc possably be sending my wife? one good thing about this is it tells me everything i did so far is correct,no rfe's and all documents are correct and i already know of course for awhile that all fees are paid,so im just wondering again what they might be sending her?could this possably be the instruction letter to my wife telling her about her interview appointment and the need for a medical exams for her n my stepdaughters and are about to notify me by email of the same? any ideas from anyone would be appreciated even gud educated guesses just so much excited :thumbs: thk you



You & your wife will both received the Interview Appointment letter (email) from NVC. Your wife will print out the attachment & will know what to do base from the instructions on the said letter.
let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-04-22 11:04:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Case Complete, when will be the Interview appointment?

Do they email you case complete date or you have to call to find out?


Yes, you can call to find out if it's case complete.

Yes, NVC will email you (petitioner) & the applicant that they completed it's processing of the petition and that an interview appointment has been scheduled for the applicant. This is the "Interview Appointment" letter that the applicant needs to print & bring to the medical examination & interview in the US embassy. It will list all the documents that you have submitted to NVC & what documents you may need to bring for the interview. It also has instructions to go visit the www.ImmigrantVisas.state.gov to read more about the interview preparation instructions.
let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-04-23 23:29:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC: info on time between IV submission and case complete

I think this part is a #######-shoot just like anything else in this process.  To give you a reference point though, NVC received my IV packet on 4/17 (AOS was already approved) and the case completed on 4/29 (9 business days).  I had to call to find out though.  I called every day after waiting a week, and each time they said to me 5-20 business days processing.

 

In case you didn't know...if you are waiting for a notice that your case was completed, you won't get one.  The next notice you will get, is an email saying you got an interview date (and who knows when that is).

 

I also didn't get a case complete email from NVC. My parents (applicants) & I (petitioner) received only the actual Interview Appointment letters (email). 


let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-05-01 15:19:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Help with AOS, no income

edit:

 

should be 

 

Total income: same answer $ total current income 


let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-05-07 15:51:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Help with AOS, no income

Thank you for your reply smile.png If it's not too much to ask, how about on Part 6, where I have to list down the tax year and total income, should I put $0 too or write down my husband's income? thanks again

 

It's funny because I almost included Part 6  about tax year  & total income but hesitated.  No it's fine. You can ask me anything.

 

Part 6 

 

25.  X   I have filed a Federal tax return  ........................

 

Tax Year: 2012     (most recent)   

 

 

Total Income: write the total income base from joint ITR


Edited by let-it-be, 07 May 2013 - 03:34 PM.

let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-05-07 15:34:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Help with AOS, no income

Just 1 copy of the ITR or tax transcripts.

 

answers: Your I-864

 

Q # 23. My current individual annual income is: $   0

 

Q # 24 a. List your income from line 23 of this form.  $ 0

            b. Income you are using from any other person who was counted in your household size: 

 

Name: write your husband's name 

Relationship: write Spouse

Current Income:  $  write hubby's income

 

c. Total Household Income: $ same answer as current income

d. X The persons listed above have completed Form I-864A


Edited by let-it-be, 07 May 2013 - 03:09 PM.

let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-05-07 15:05:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Another visa fee?

i remember the medical exam fee went up . maybe this what you heard?


It is the Immigrant Fee not the medical exam fee. See link below for more information.

http://www.uscis.gov...00045f3d6a1RCRD

Edited by let-it-be, 02 April 2013 - 04:37 PM.

let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-04-02 16:37:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Cover sheets for electronic processing

Take a look at the bottom of that page. See on the left the Print Document Cover Sheet & the right Email Document Cover Sheet? That's the cover sheet.


Edited by let-it-be, 15 May 2013 - 10:20 AM.

let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-05-15 10:19:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)What to do after NOA2?

Im not sure what to do after i got my noa2... I already read the guides and i also searched on the forum.. But i am a bit confused...

How long will it take before nvc receives my case? And what happens when they receive it, do i need to wait for a letter from the embassy i am going to or can i start on something as soon as i get my nvc case number?

I want my process to go as fast as possible, even one day could change alot in my case...

Thanks for your help





 

Email NVCInquiry@state.gov regarding your case. Provide information such as  CIS receipt number, petitioner's name & date of birth,  beneficiary's name, date of birth and country of birth. You can write on the subject line your CIS receipt number. 

 

http://travel.state..../info_3177.html

 


Edited by let-it-be, 21 May 2013 - 12:58 AM.

let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-05-21 00:52:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)False RFE means ?

I agree with MsHogan, Maybe you can share more about the content of the checklist (attachment).  I received two false checklists & a real checklist for a missing information in DS-230 form. I ignored the false one & complied with the latter.


let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-05-21 00:42:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Department of State Online Visa Status Check

For IR categories,The status is READY once a case is complete in NVC & have an interview scheduled in the US Embassy abroad. When an applicant is approved during the interview & a visa is issued, the status is ISSUED.

 

I'm not sure with K-1/K-2 categories if it will be the same.


let-it-beNot TellingPhilippines2013-05-21 00:36:00