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National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC Message ..Not listed in forum, any ideas ??
QUOTE (RandyandRina @ Nov 27 2007, 12:14 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Are you sure? There are 2 different message under DS230 Generation message...

http://www.visajourn...h...t&p=1296891

Check again! happy.gif



opps.. My bad...

I figured I follow my gut feeling..

My DS230 has been generated and my automated response is messed up and update me of something else.
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-11-27 12:24:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC Message ..Not listed in forum, any ideas ??
QUOTE (mayfiler @ Nov 27 2007, 11:27 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I am hearing a message that says "A packet of information and documents was generated on xx/xx/xx and will be sent in few weeks".

I dont see this among the automated response listed in this forum.

Anyone any ideas what this means ?

Last document i mailed was my completed 864 and am waiting for DS 230

TIA


I believe that was your DS230 generated Information..

CONGRATS!! Now you can use JS 2.0 and mail the applicants DS230 to NVC.
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-11-27 11:32:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Don't send NVC emails from hotmail
From what I'm reading here about how long does it take for them to respond on your emails..

I can even consider Snail Mail/Hard Copy a Shortcut..

Cause after I mailed mine, they received it in 3 days. I called on the 4th day and they have processed it already..

I know I had to pay for shipping.. But hey.. I have a proof of mailing.. Certified with Return Signature..
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-11-28 13:36:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Don't send NVC emails from hotmail
I say don't send any emails at all..

Stick to the old ways.. SNAIL MAIL.. Certified with return signature..
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-11-27 22:47:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Dos it really take 6wks for the processing of ds230?
I hope through all the Guidance from our VJ Gurus we don't get an RFE for our DS230..

Thanks to all VJers for all the help especially Rina..
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-11-28 13:27:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Dos it really take 6wks for the processing of ds230?
QUOTE (dabs @ Nov 27 2007, 09:59 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi All, After recieving an IVR message that says NVC has recieved the ds230, how long does it take before you hear the message Case Complete granting there are no RFE's. Does it really take 6 wks as the IVR says?


I heard it takes 2 weeks for the review..

I suggest to keep calling for status after 2 weeks.. I mean LIVE OPERATOR status..

Edited by Roserick, 27 November 2007 - 10:51 PM.

RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-11-27 22:49:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Form DS-230
#2 is a very tricky question.. Alot of VJers got RFE for that..

I suggest to just answer it appropriately.. Don't write NONE or N/A.
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-11-30 12:33:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)DS-230 Question
Same here.. Whenever NVC sends me something.. It takes 2 weeks business days to get to me..

I am waiting for my DS230 myself.. I called NVC and they told me it was Generated on the 19th and was sent out already.. They didn't wanna tell me the date of mailing.. They just told me it was sent and wait 2-4 weeks.

Well I could have used JS 2.0.. But I'm still waiting for my wife's NBI clearance..

Just a peace of mind I guess... I hope I get the DS230 soon..
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-11-30 12:39:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)form DS-230 questions
Tell her to get one..
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-11-30 23:08:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)question for ds-230
QUOTE (Mononoke28 @ Dec 3 2007, 12:01 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Every single document that you send to the NVC along with the DS-230 is regarding the beneficiary. They have to be original or certified and translated into English.

Diana


Except for the Passport..

They only need photocopy of the passport...
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-03 12:33:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)How Strict is NVC on DS230 Review?
QUOTE (simple_male @ Dec 4 2007, 04:43 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I am glad that you sorted things out. Have you noticed the typo as soon as they issued the marriage certificate?


No cause we went on a honeymoon for 2 weeks..
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-04 19:49:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)How Strict is NVC on DS230 Review?
QUOTE (trailmix @ Dec 4 2007, 01:56 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
When the NVC operator tells you that you are stressing too much it's time to relax a bit laughing.gif



I guess so.. unsure.gif

Peace of Mind I guess... dancin5hr.gif
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-04 14:41:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)How Strict is NVC on DS230 Review?
Additional message...

She also told me that I stressed to much with this issue cause I have gone so far from the process.. She added I would have gotten denied from USCIS if it was a real big issue with the typo.
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-04 13:13:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)How Strict is NVC on DS230 Review?
I was getting paranoid on my issue.. So I decided to call NVC Live Operator and this is what I got..

Well she suggested me to attached a photocopy of my Passport and Certificate of Citizenship AKA Certificate of Naturalization. Also attached a cover letter explaining the typo and support for the typo.

I also mentioned about our court order from the Philippines Stating that the typo is in the process of getting fix.

She also told me to attached a copy of that Court Order..

Wheww.... dancin5hr.gif What a relief...

Thanks to the people who tried to help me with my problem..
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-04 12:58:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)How Strict is NVC on DS230 Review?
QUOTE (Mononoke28 @ Dec 4 2007, 11:25 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
It depends on who process it but it doesn't seem to be a big deal. If not, then you'll get an RFE and then you'll have a chance to correct it.

Diana


The question is HOW? Like I said the only suggestion an Immigration Officer had to tell me was to back it up with strong evidence.. Which is a copy of my passport and Certificate of Naturalization.

But now this is not my issue no more.. Its my wife's DS230...
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-04 11:35:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)How Strict is NVC on DS230 Review?
Ok.. Is NVC really strict on reviewing DS230?

This is our situation..

We have some typo errors on our marriage contract, like on my Nationality it was written Filipino. But I am an American Citizen.

See I didn't worry about this when I filed our I-130 with USCIS because I spoke to an Immigration officer and told me that I shouldn't worry about it cause I have a copy of my passport and my Certifacate of Naturalization to back it up.

But now this is NVC.. Same marriage contract.. I cannot back this up because its my wife's form. Am I right? DS230 is for my wife and the supporting documents are for her verifications.

So Is NVC going to make a big deal out of this?

By the way.. We are in the process of getting it fixed.. As of matter of fact we already have our court order for the approval to get it fixed.

Please HELP me in this situation on what should I do.. Many Thanks...
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-04 11:12:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Supplement to Form of 169
Not all countries have the same requirements..

This is not listed on the Manila USEM..

I just got my DS230 yesterday also and it doesn't talk about no OF-169.

I don't even know what it is..

Edited by Roserick, 04 December 2007 - 11:54 PM.

RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-04 23:53:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)DS-230 Submit Form using Shortcut
QUOTE (trekkin2k7 @ Dec 3 2007, 05:56 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello all,

I found out 2 weeks ago that NVC generated my DS-230, so after that, I prepared the DS-230 coversheet using the shortcut method - it looked pretty good actually. I had the DS-230 already prepared filled out, signed etc, so I mailed it in, with all requried documentation, last week (NVC has had it for about a week now, I don't know what they have done with it yet, however). BTW, this is for my I-130 Petition.

Now, my question is, for those who have done similar to what I have done per above, does this cause a problem? I mean NVC looks at the DS-230 coversheet that you sumbitted, along witn the appropriate date on it, and they see that they generated the DS-230 just days prior to them receiving from you - so do they then get suspicious that you did a makeshift DS-230 coversheet (per shortcut method), and do they give people problems for this, any delays etc??

Please if anyone can advise and provide some inputs here, much appreciated.

Thanks!


They don't care..

As soon as they generate your DS230 they have your case open and waiting for the DS230.
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-03 19:34:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC
QUOTE (trulo @ Dec 4 2007, 11:19 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
is it normal to wait this long on the NVC to get your case and assign u a number...it eating me up, all this waiting ...i thought the longest waiting would be on the initial approval....but this is a killer too....got approval from the Nov 19...no case recieve to date...


That was just 2 weeks..

Check this guy out..

http://www.visajourn...showtopic=98898

6 weeks..

Trust me I have seen 8 weeks in this forum...

Good Luck!!
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-04 11:23:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Checklist and Instruction Packet Received - help
Well the only similarity I have in your case was..

My DS230 was generated on the 19th too.. :-)

I haven't submit it yet.. Still waiting for my wife's documents.. Arghh!! :-(
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-05 10:04:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)DS-230 NVC for Appointment posts
QUOTE (ktmracer @ Dec 6 2007, 06:54 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I just sent in DS-230 CR1/CR2 and in IV instructions and did not need to send in any of this. Maybe cause it is CR case. Also case complete on both 12/5-12/6


Well better be safe than sorry..

Besides its not money they are asking, so its not so hard.. Its just copies..
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-06 19:14:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)DS-230 NVC for Appointment posts
I already printed the info and will be including it on the DS230 forms I will be sending..

I also highlighted the part that says "In addition to sending the original documents or certified copies of the documents to the NVC, the applicant and each accompanying family member must submit a photocopy of the original documents or certified copies of the documents."
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-06 10:53:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)When awaiting case complete
Automated Message Sucks!!! I have submitted my DS-230 yesterday and Automated Message is still saying that my I-864 was reviewed and they have found something was missing or incomplete and sent me a checklist.

The missing docs was my IV payment.. Which I already paid!! and cleared it with the Live Operator..

So I don't recommend the Automated Message..
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-12 11:36:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)I-864 Cover Letter Question
Don't forget to put your case # on the top right on every single paper you are sending..
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-13 11:36:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)A very frustrating experience with the NVC.
I can say that this is not isolated.. I get them MEAN ones all the time..

They are always in a hurry...
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-13 11:45:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)case finally reach the NVC
CONGRATULATION!!

Now let the 2nd part of the Journey Begin..
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-13 11:52:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)HELP: Administrative process for CR1 case
Oh.. I'm sorry to hear that.. I wish you get out of that Administrative Process soon...
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-13 23:57:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Odd...
I called today too.. They seem to fine by me..
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-17 22:53:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC will not be sending out any Immigrant Visa Processing Fee Bills
They reach the maximum quota for 2007.. eb0dfafc.gif
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-13 23:54:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Interview Date!!!!!
CONGRATULATION!!!
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-17 16:45:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Need help
I feel for you.. RFE Sucks big time.. It cost weeks of delay on the process..

I just hope I don't get an RFE.. They just received my DS-230 last 14th.. Currently on review..
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-20 12:01:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)COPY OF RFE COVER PAGE
QUOTE (trailmix @ Dec 20 2007, 11:47 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Chris Parker did a cover sheet for an RFE, if you search his profile name topics you should be able to find it.



Can't you use the same barcode you used to submit the DS230?
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-20 11:52:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC Info =)
QUOTE (clow @ Dec 22 2007, 10:45 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hey everyone,

I wanted to let you guys that the IV Bill is going up to $400 starting January 1, 2008.

I'm glad I sent and paid the IV Bill before January because it is still $380.

Another funny story, I got the IV Bill and the papers said the date was on December 15th and in the automated system it said the date was December 17th. laughing.gif I'm glad we don't have a shortcut for this. yes.gif


If you look at it.. It looks more.. Like WOW!! $400!! Are they crazy!!

But if you think about it its only $20 additional.. Heheheheh..
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-26 09:55:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Photo Copy of Passport
Doesn't really matter.. All they care if its readable..

Doesn't really matter.. As long as its readable.. Your Fine!!
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-26 13:24:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Purpose of NVC
QUOTE (northstar492006 @ Jan 9 2008, 05:45 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello Everyone,
Does anyone know the purpose of NVC that once we have our K1 petition approved at USGIC then sent to NVC, what does this governement business do with our petitions?


Well you are applying for your spouse for K1 VISA...

What is NVC? hmmmmnn.. NATIONAL VISA CENTER!

They are part of the issuance of the Visa.. Also their the one who gives you a case #..
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2008-01-10 12:16:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC please!!!!
QUOTE (natashenika @ Jan 10 2008, 11:38 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
kicking.gif kicking.gif I just find out that my interview is scheduled for Feb 20th at 8 am kicking.gif kicking.gif


Congratulation!! I hope NVC starts posting Interview date for Philippines..

How I thought it would be such a easy experience now that We got case complete.. I was wrong..

a day can seem like take forever... You want to know the Interview date so bad..
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2008-01-10 12:23:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC please!!!!
QUOTE (Zil @ Jan 9 2008, 02:04 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (natashenika @ Jan 9 2008, 08:36 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I called to the NVC this morning wacko.gif no news for now
Anyone has any news???????


They played the same game with me last month. On the 13th and 14th of December both operators told me that my interview was not yet scheduled. I called because the automated system said on December 12th that my case was sent to the consulate on December 10th. I received the interview letter on December 17 . It was dated December 7. So even a week after it was actually scheduled they kept saying it was not.



Question... Ok the letter that you received on December 17th.. Was that the Packet 4 Interview Packet?
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2008-01-10 12:20:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC please!!!!
QUOTE (natashenika @ Jan 8 2008, 11:02 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
may be it depends on the country because the operator told me that they will be scheduling this week (the second week of the month) but to find out the date of the interview I should call the 3rd week ....
anyway, let's keep together
and let us know as soon as possible if we will get any news
GOOD LUCK to all of us
yes.gif


I understand that its different for every country..

But it is NVC that schedules em..
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2008-01-08 11:48:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC please!!!!
Yeah.. I called 2 days ago too.. They told me they will start setting appointments for Interview in the last 2 weeks of the month.. IR/CR
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2008-01-08 10:41:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)ARRGH - Confused about Interview things!!? HELP PLEASE!!
QUOTE (NikkisPrecious @ Dec 28 2007, 01:14 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Yeah i think it is.. I've already filled in both parts and sent to NVC and am expecting to sign part 2 one the day of the interview, i just don't understand why it says in these instructions that i need a DS230 part 2 form again.. .when they already have it! Oh well i guess i'll take it in again just to be safe.
Half the stuff on the document check list i can't bring anyway because they are holding the originals



Oh yeah.. I remember some people saying in Manila USEM that they gave em DS230 Part 1 and Part 2 again to fill out..

Even if they have the one that was submitted to NVC.. My guess is.. They want to match what was sent and what's written on the interview..

So yeah.. My suggestion is bring a blank DS230 Part 1 and Part 2 to be on the safe side..
RoserickNot TellingPhilippines2007-12-28 13:21:00