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US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionJuarez Consulate
QUOTE (chinman @ Oct 20 2009, 12:59 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Yes!!! She got it!!! She was back to the hotel at 9:50 am, I couldn't believe it, I thought there must be a problem.

Now we just need to wait for DHL, which by the way you need to take cash into the consulate for, as they don't accept all types of debit cards. Luckily I gave her 100 pesos, I think it was like 102 pesos for DHL.

So I suppose we need to take a taxi somewhere to get the visa?



kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif CONGRATULATIONS kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif

I am so happy for you guys. Now all you have to worry about is DHL. If you can have Ale write another explanation of what went down in the consulate it would be greatly appreciated.

Andrea
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-20 14:28:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionJuarez Consulate
Sandi,
I personally don't know of anyone else going the the 1st of November. I wish I could say I was going to be there sad.gif



Genny,
Give Roberto a BIG thank you for me. He really made Luis Angel feel more comfortable about the process. He said he really gave him a lot of insight and now he is not as nervous. Again thank you so much.

Andrea
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-19 22:52:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionJuarez Consulate
Chinman,

BEST BEST BEST of LUCK. You and Ale are in my prayers.

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Andrea

MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-19 20:51:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionJuarez Consulate
QUOTE (gerrymeridamx @ Oct 19 2009, 04:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
That depends on when he gets his Advance Parole. Do they give AP for a honeymoon? If he gets it soon we might go out of the country. We dream about going to Portugal. But if not then NYC :)We are getting married in FLA at Xmas so it is kind of like a destination wedding already.
There, that is a nice refocus.



I don't think they do. Have you researched the AP procedure and how long it is taking? Where in Florida are you getting married? I use to leave there. I figured we would have to have a stateside honeymoon. I would love to have one in Italy, but I don't think he will be able to travel.

Andrea
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-19 16:35:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionJuarez Consulate

Genny,
Thanks. I can't believe he is still waiting for DHL. He must be exhausted and irritated. Is he flying back home? Where do you plan to have your honeymoon?

Andrea
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-19 13:47:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionJuarez Consulate
Ernesto,

November 2 Monday All Soul’s Day
November 11 Wednesday Veterans Day
**November 16 **Monday **Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution
November 26 Thursday Thanksgiving Day

They don't even mention the 20th so I don't know what to think. This whole process has me stressed blink.gif

Maybe we will be there at the same time

Andrea
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-19 13:27:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionJuarez Consulate
Ernesto,
You should really pay attention to up coming holidays. There are quite a few in November. I know on Nov. 16th they are closed. November is not the best month to go to Juarez, but what choice do we have.

Andrea
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-19 12:52:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionJuarez Consulate


Ernesto,
I figured I would wait as well. I don't have plans on going until the 16th so I figured I will have it by then. When do you plan on going?



Genny,
How much did you pay for the actually Visa and at DHL?

Andrea
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-19 12:38:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionJuarez Consulate
Genny,
He only gets it stamped if he is going to use it already. Which you indicated he is flying back to home and entering the US later. He does not need to go to the bridge. I haven't been able to find anything on the Juarez or USISC websites, but I am sure you don't have to get it stamped from reading previous post here on this thread.


Ernesto,
I called NVC today and they said our case was still pending. Tomorrow will be exactly 4 weeks. I think I will give it a few more days and then call NVC and Juarez.

Andrea
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-19 12:03:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionJuarez Consulate


Sandi,

No we are still waiting on the Invitation Letter. I was hoping we could go the week of Nov. 16th. To be honest I haven't called because I saw what you, Genny and now Ernesto is going through. I figured I would want a good 4 weeks before I started wasting money on phone calls. I know if I call DOS they will give me the same confusing answers everyone else has received.

I am sure you are both very anxious and nervous. How are you guys getting there? I will have you and chinman in my prayers.

Andrea
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-18 23:16:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionJuarez Consulate
Sandi,
Thank you and I will make sure to tell him you and Genny referred me.


MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-18 22:22:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionJuarez Consulate
Genny,
Thanks he has a ton of questions and feels more comfortable to ask him in Spanish.

Do you know how Victor's service works? If I call and book with him how would I pay for the service or does he just make the reservation?

Andrea
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-18 21:59:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionJuarez Consulate
QUOTE (La Guera y Wicho @ Oct 18 2009, 08:38 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
If you use Victor's service it is $52.00 a night at the Holiday Inn. That's what I did

Sandi


Sandi,
How does that work? How is the payment made?


Genny,
Thanks. Luis my SO was wondering if perhaps he could maybe contact Roberto by email. He was hoping Roberto could answer some of his questions and put his mind at ease. If you are not comfortable with that it's fine I understand, but if you are ok with it you could send me a private message with is email address.


MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-18 21:00:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionJuarez Consulate
QUOTE (chinman @ Oct 18 2009, 07:45 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thanks for the support! Yes we're at the Holiday Inn.....I know 5 is early, but I don't want to take any chance of missing it tomorrow. I'd rather be tired and early then spend another night smile.gif


Yeah, 5 is super early almost everyone on this thread says its better to wait, but you should do what you feel comfortable with.

Is Genny's SO still in Juarez maybe you could meet up with him for tips.... just a suggestion.
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-18 19:57:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionJuarez Consulate
QUOTE (chinman @ Oct 18 2009, 03:12 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Well I'm at the hotel, but the driver i had arranged called to say he would be an hour late, then called to say someone else was coming, and then that he couldn't come at all. I ended up going outside and using border cab co. They are all regulated by the airport, they can't serve people in Juarez, they can only take them there. so it wasn't toooo bad, but still I was pretty irritated.

The receptionist told me to be in line for the medical before 5


Chinman GOOD LUCK!!!! Keep us posted.
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-18 16:21:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionJuarez Consulate
QUOTE (gerrymeridamx @ Oct 18 2009, 09:17 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Ok I promise not to keep triple posting, but for those of you that are getting ready to go to Juarez make sure you get a $60 a day rate at the Holiday Inn. If you didn't already get a good rate on the
internet then you need to talk to someone and get that rate. Don't pay too much!

Roberto is still in Juarez until he gets the package at DHL. So you might see him Chinman. He went to the Archeological ruins "Casas Grandes" today for a visit but he will be back tonight.

Genny


Genny, how can we get the 60 dollar a day rate?

Could you list the documents they actually took from him?

Andrea
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-18 10:48:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionJuarez Consulate
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I am so happy for ya'll!!!!
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-16 18:29:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionJuarez Consulate
QUOTE (Isi @ Oct 15 2009, 08:22 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (msacano @ Oct 15 2009, 05:37 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Genny,
Glad to hear you experience is going good so far. Keep us posted and best of luck.

Oh yeah quick question is there any other hotels next to the Holiday Inn that look decent. I jut want to see what my options are.

From what I am told the interview can be done in Spanish.

Andrea


Hi Andrea, how are you doing?
There are 2 on the same street, Microtel next to Holiday Inn and Quality Inn that is on the other side of the Consulate.
If you look at the pics I posted you can see both ... Quality Inn is all the way back.
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Isi,
I am doing good. Is your transition going smoothly?
Are the other two hotels good? I looked online and Microtel is cheaper so I was considering it, but I am not sure if it is a good idea.

Andrea

Edited by msacano, 15 October 2009 - 08:55 PM.

MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-15 20:53:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionJuarez Consulate
QUOTE (gerrymeridamx @ Oct 15 2009, 05:42 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thanks so much. We are a little nervous but we feel like we are half way there. We got the results for medical. It only took five min to pick up. Isi was right Roberto just went around back of the clinic and picked it up. Then we went across the street to pay at the Banamex (ouch). We will go tomorrow at 8:00 to the line in front of the counsel. Isi do you think we should go before 8:00? The paper says between 8-10.
Thanks so so so much for everyone's messages of encouragement.
Genny


Genny,
How much did you pay at Banamex?

Andrea
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-15 18:34:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionJuarez Consulate
Genny,
Glad to hear you experience is going good so far. Keep us posted and best of luck.

Oh yeah quick question is there any other hotels next to the Holiday Inn that look decent. I jut want to see what my options are.

From what I am told the interview can be done in Spanish.

Andrea
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-15 17:37:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionJuarez Consulate
Yeah, Genny I want to know whats going on.

Andrea


Edited by msacano, 14 October 2009 - 10:07 PM.

MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-14 22:05:00
IMBRA Special TopicsThird K1 Visa
This thread sure picked up steam.

Steve55,

QUOTE
Well, I would agree with that.

And while $18K would be a rough life, I agree, but both spouses can work, 18K x 2 = $36,000. You wont be living the high life but people do live on that.



36,000 isn't much at all. My SO and I would like to travel, have a nice (decent) house, save for kids college funds and retirement. I don't need to be super rich, but I don't want to be living pay check to pay check. Who wants to live pay check to pay check?


QUOTE
ON the other hand, I do blame a large part of my being single on the fact that most american woman are overweight and I just cant get into sex with an overweight woman. Over recent years (in my 30's) , Ive been to many singles events and social settings full of singles but every time I go, it seems 90% of the ladies are too large or overweight. I wish I had sexual attraction to large and overweight woman but I dont. It would make my life alot easier. If it were a concious choice, I would want to be physically attracte dto overweight woman, it would open up my options greatly.


Steve,
I can respect your attraction to thin women. Most Asian women are very thin, they usually are very small in the chest and behind area (Asian women don't take offense I am not saying all Asian women are like this). Latin women and even American women are fuller in the chest and booty, so they can appear even larger. Maybe you are not into women with larger assets and I'm not talking about waist size either. I know guys who don't like girls with big boobs, they prefer other things. Toma1 makes a great point if you are physically fit then it is only fair to want that in a partner. I don't think there is anything wrong with wanting a healthy partner.

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But yes, perhaps somewhere along the way I have horrible judgement in recognizing whether I have a "real" solid relationship that will make it to the end. I do believe Im lacking some kind of proper judgement in this regard.



Maybe your problem is that you are not open enough (not trying to attack you). Just out of curiosity what else do you look for in women besides thin and Asian? I have dated guys who I wasn't attracted to at first, but then once I got to know them, their personality attracted me to them. Maybe you should try giving people a chance before you write them off.

P.S. Who in their right mind is going to tell USCIS they want an American man for a Visa.


Honestly, I do hope you find someone because everyone deserves happiness.



MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-24 06:09:00
IMBRA Special TopicsThird K1 Visa
QUOTE
Subject being this - slapping labels on people - whether it be about nationality, or weight, or gender - or whatever - makes the subject of the label feel defensive. It makes people feel bad.


Agreed. I don't think people should throw everyone into one category. Yes, there are over weight Americans, but not every American is over weight. There are over weight people in every country.

Edited by msacano, 19 October 2009 - 10:46 PM.

MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-19 22:45:00
IMBRA Special TopicsThird K1 Visa
QUOTE (HannahP @ Oct 19 2009, 08:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (steve55 @ Oct 17 2009, 04:44 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (msacano @ Oct 16 2009, 08:59 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Steve55,
It is ignorant of you to categorizes all American women into one category. I think relationships are about compromising, and love. I don't expect any man to take care of me that is why I have a degree. I expect us to be partners and love and respect each other because that is what a relationship is about.

Edit: sorry typo


I never said ALL american woman are that way. I always say "In general" or "most". Even match.com shows about 70% of american ladies having minimum income requirements of $50K +. That's evidence enough that western ladies are looking for a man to make a certain amount of money for a certain lifestyle. !


Is that a Cali/NY $50K or a Midwestern $50K?

Poor Steve. He chose to be poor and now blames American women for not liking him. (Apparently, teh Asians don't like him either.)


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I agree I think he is blaming American women for his issues with money.


MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-19 22:42:00
IMBRA Special TopicsThird K1 Visa
QUOTE (rebeccajo @ Oct 19 2009, 03:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (toma1 @ Oct 19 2009, 10:43 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (rebeccajo @ Oct 19 2009, 10:16 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Well, you know we (Americans) worldwide have the reputation of being brash.

It's not just a case of 'my husband told me'. It's a case of paying attention since I became involved in 'international relations'. tongue.gif


Yes, Americans in general are considered to be brash. But's quite a stretch to go from "Americans are brash" to "American men are selfish bastards" and then call it a day, with only--I'll repeat myself--"my husband told me" to bridge the rather large gap in reasoning.


My husband lived in Europe for 42 years.

So yeah - my husband told me - what he knew from being a MAN in Europe.


I could agree with you, but then that would be generalizing and I don't want to stoop to Steve55's level. Your husband may be right in some cases, but we can't say all American men are this way. I do however, understand where you are coming from and what point you are trying to make.


MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-19 16:38:00
IMBRA Special TopicsThird K1 Visa
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Yep - and money issues are one of the primary reasons for divorce so better to be upfront about your attitudes up front.

Besides, what if these women want to be a traditional wife and stay at home to raise children? Where I live, someone making less than $50k is not going to be able to afford a neighborhood with good schools. Is it materialistic to want that?

At the end of the day, ability to provide is no less a biological imperative that set of big knockers and childbearing hips


good.gif Most couples fight about finances and it is one of the number one reasons why couples divorce. It can't be blamed solely on women.


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I know a bunch of high-earning women who make more money than their husbands - and it's not an issue for them


Yup, I know plenty of them too.


Steve55
18,000 are you serious. I live in Texas too and 18,000 isn't much. What if you are interested in providing better opportunities for your children or want to travel, 18,000 will not cut it. When I say travel I'm not talking about luxurious trips to Fiji either. I think you are the one hung up on the whole money issue. I do think women and men find money to factor in their decisions, as well as education, looks, family and other things.

To be honest who (men & women) wouldn't want to marry a millionaire it should would make things easier. Just like I am sure you want to marry a young, sexy, beautiful lady that never ages doesn't mean it will happen or you won't give other ladies a chance. I think you are taking what women say to literal. Women might say this is what I want, but usually when they are in love or even in like they sometimes forget about their "requirements."

Edited by msacano, 19 October 2009 - 02:17 PM.

MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-19 14:16:00
IMBRA Special TopicsThird K1 Visa
Then it is only fair just like beauty (attractiveness). Granted I wouldn't say a woman should limit herself. More then likely she will be surrounded by other professionals making the possibility to meet someone that makes $100k more likely.
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-18 12:30:00
IMBRA Special TopicsThird K1 Visa
QUOTE (toma1 @ Oct 17 2009, 11:45 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (msacano @ Oct 16 2009, 09:59 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
You did not generalize all American women as fat gold diggers like someone else. You just stated that looks are important to you and your wife, which is fine since you both feel that way. You also said your wife has the right criticize your weight as well and I think that is only fair. What most people forget is that attraction is a very important factor in relationships, but we also have to look for something deeper then just looks. I think that is where most people had a problem with your statement. I am not saying you are very superficial, but it did come across that way at first. After reading more of your post I realized you do like brains as well as beauty.


Thanks for your post. I would never have married a gorgeous idiot--now dating is another matter entirely, of course... whistling.gif

When I talk about attractiveness, I'm talking more about overall fitness than facial beauty or "big boobs". Attractiveness (IMO) is much more about taking care of yourself than it is about a pretty face. Unlike intelligence, facial beauty, wealth, etc., fitness is something that anyone can do if they watch their diet and spend some time in the gym. In that regard, I think it is one of the MOST fair standards to have.


Ok, I can agree, it is fair as long as both meet this standard. It would be silly for a man (or women) to demand his SO to take care of herself and he sits on the couch watching the television.

I think it is also fair to look for someone who makes a decent living or is working towards this goal. I am not saying 500,000 or even 100,000. For instance a teacher would only make about 40,000, which is fine. They make enough money to survive and provide for a family. You can't expect someone to want to marry a man working at Burger King with no other ambitions. Why would anyone want to marry someone who has no other goals and is content with working at a low paying dead end job?



QUOTE (Trompe le Monde @ Oct 17 2009, 10:05 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I'm sure flat-chested and overweight American women on match.com share Steve's disdain of superficial Americans


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MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-18 08:35:00
IMBRA Special TopicsThird K1 Visa
QUOTE (toma1 @ Oct 17 2009, 08:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (steve55 @ Oct 17 2009, 05:44 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I never said ALL american woman are that way. I always say "In general" or "most". Even match.com shows about 70% of american ladies having minimum income reqirements of $50K +. That's evidence enough that western ladies are looking for a man to make a certain amount of money for a certain lifestyle. ! I notice that the foreign ladies dont list minimum incomes in their dating profiles even when given the oppurtunity to. Its so obvious! I know what I see with my own eyes, Ive seen how both american woman are and how asian ladies are, and I have drawn my own conclusions. We can agree to disagree on this subject, but over at the internet forum of plenty of fish.com, most men are agreeing with me about t his subject. I mean even just talkng with my buddies who are not into asian ladies, they completely agree that american ladies are more materialitic compared to foreign ladies. NOT ALL, but in GENERAL.

COngrats to you for being that 20% who are not focusing on a man;s money/income when you decide whom you will date or marry.


$50k isn't poor, but that hardly qualifies as gold-digging.

Is a minimal income requirement worse than a minimal attractiveness requirement?

That is not a rhetorical question. I am leaning toward the belief that it is not worse, but I would like to hear some other opinions on the subject.


I agree if you are going to have a minimal attractiveness requirement then why can't women have an income requirement or vice versa. I don't think one is worse then the other.

Donald Trumps wife Melania Knauss was once asked if the trump was poor would she be with him and she answered If I was ugly would he be with me. I can't find the article sorry.


MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-17 21:38:00
IMBRA Special TopicsThird K1 Visa
QUOTE (toma1 @ Oct 16 2009, 08:13 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (steve55 @ Oct 16 2009, 07:52 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Ill strongly disagree with Toma 1 in regards to saying most foreign ladies are as materialitic as American woman are.


I think I said that "I am not convinced." I hear your assertion quite often, but I have not seen enough evidence to convince me that it is true. As far as I can tell, there hasn't been a controlled study on the issue. I see anecdotes, as you have posted, but for every story that that supports your conclusion, another story contradicts it. See here for example:
http://www.dragonladies.org/

Personally, I've never noticed a difference in Asian versus Western women on this issue, but my salary has been relatively high since I graduated, so that doesn't mean very much.

My ex- (American) ended up marrying a guy who works at Walmart for love and religion. (We had serious religious differences, and he is as religious as she is.) Her standard of living is not great, so her story definitely detracts from your hypothesis. I've known both Asian and American women that married for money. (And vice-versa, obviously.)

I'm willing to see the evidence, if you have it, but anecdotes get us nowhere. This actually reminds me of that Christian v. Muslim thread in the off-topic section wherein the Christian group posts a motley collection of nasty verses from the Koran and the Muslims counter with equally nasty verses from the Bible, none of which proves anything.


Toma1,
When I first read your post I was outraged, but then I put my emotions aside and really read what you were trying to say. I feel a lot of people were beating you up without really giving you a chance.

You did not generalize all American women as fat gold diggers like someone else. You just stated that looks are important to you and your wife, which is fine since you both feel that way. You also said your wife has the right criticize your weight as well and I think that is only fair. What most people forget is that attraction is a very important factor in relationships, but we also have to look for something deeper then just looks. I think that is where most people had a problem with your statement. I am not saying you are very superficial, but it did come across that way at first. After reading more of your post I realized you do like brains as well as beauty.

I have to agree with you regarding materialistic women. I think there are materialistic women in EVERY country. I know quite a few Filipinas that are VERY, VERY materialistic, but I will not put every Filipina in this category because I know not all of them are like that. I was in a relationship with a Asian man who made a great living, but we were not in love. If I only cared about money Steve55 I would have stayed with him. I am now petitioning my SO from Mexico, because I love him, not because of his bank account.

Steve55,
It is ignorant of you to categorizes all American women into one category. I think relationships are about compromising, and love. I don't expect any man to take care of me that is why I have a degree. I expect us to be partners and love and respect each other because that is what a relationship is about.

Edit: sorry typo

Edited by msacano, 16 October 2009 - 09:03 PM.

MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-16 20:59:00
Mexico, Latin & South AmericaNOA 2 approval......now what?
QUOTE (jazminpena123 @ Oct 7 2009, 06:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
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hello everyone! im so happy we got an approval. now we are waiting for our interview appointment in Juarez!!

can any one tell me whats next? or what documents may I need to take to that interview, how much money do we need to take?, what goes on over there.

ALSO! alot of people tell me to waite till we go to the interview so they can tell us if he needs a PARDON. Is that true? or do we already have to take the PARDON to the 1st interview?


You should read the Juarez Consulate thread it is filled with information. Congrats on the approval.
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-08 20:16:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC
Thanks, sorry I posted in the wrong spot.
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-09-21 23:38:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)NVC
Petition was approved on the 12th of September and shipped to NVC. I called NVC today and they said that my petition was sent to Juarez on the 17th of September. How can I track the DHL? I know I have read there is a way to see when your petition is received at the Juarez consulate using a DHL tracking number, but I can't seem to find that post. Please any help would be appreciated.

Thanks
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-09-21 13:07:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresBirth certificate
I filed for a K-1 so I didn't need to send a copy of my his birth certificate. You will be interview at the Juarez Consulate which as long as the documents are in either English or Spanish you do not need to translate them. Hope this helps.
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-09-25 17:34:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionCiudad Juarez Delays
Thanks this information is helpful. I still have awhile before I reach Juarez, but I like to stay up to date on what is going on there. Thanks again.
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-06-26 17:00:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionWhat do you love about your fiance?
QUOTE (pweettyy @ Jun 30 2009, 12:22 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
what could be the best answer about this???


HELPPPPP!!!!!!!



I don't see why you would need to ask strangers "what you love about your SO.¨ You should already know that. blink.gif
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-07-02 18:51:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionEmbassy at Ciudad Juarez, Mexico
QUOTE (tglea @ Sep 25 2009, 12:16 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (pushbrk @ Sep 10 2009, 07:02 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (SherryA @ Sep 9 2009, 10:26 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello All My Fellow International Fiancees!

Just got the good news that our petition was approved and my fiance is being sent his packet for his consular interview. The only odd thing is that he lives near Cancun, Mexico and the interview will be way up north in the city of Juarez. I'm a little concerned because of all the violence taking place there recently. Does anyone know why they give the interview there and not in Mexico City? Also, can you request the interview take place at a different embassy in Mexico?

Appreciate any feedback you might have!

Gracias!

Sherry


Juarez is a Consulate, not an Embassies. The Embassy is in Mexico City. The "why" is of no real consequence but I suspect this arrangement allows the Consulate staff to reside in El Paso instead of Mexico. China is a lot bigger than Mexico and all family and immigrant visa applicants interview in Guangzhou, which is hardly centrally located. It would equate to all US applicants interviewing in Atlanta.
Not a legitimate argument at all. I'm sure if you had to send your loved one to the most violent city in the western hemisphere and possibly, the world for a week long stay, you would realize the anguish and worry that is involved and have a more compassionate comment. Although the travel is a nuisance, it's not the real problem involved with going to Juarez. With eight other consulates and the Embassy located in Mexico, it's ridiculous that the American government is still requiring all K visas to be issued at a consulate that's located in a lawless and war torn city.


Tglea,
I completely agree. I wish Juarez was a place where we could sit back have margaritas while our SOs are interviewing, but it is no where near that. I am honestly afraid to go to Juarez, but none of us have a choice. I am not trying to whine, but Juarez is a very scary city and nothing like the touristy parts of Mexico most people are familiar with.

Sherry,
I am going to pick a hotel very close to the consulate and try to stay in as much as I can. Most people on the Juarez forum who have already gone don't travel to far from the consulate. Just be cautious and don't stray far from the consulate area and you should be fine. Good Luck!!!!

Andrea
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-09-27 23:56:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionFrom NVC to Ciudad Juarez
QUOTE (Ernesto y Yadira @ Sep 22 2009, 12:41 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Our approved petition has been sent to Ciudad Juarez on Sept 16th......

Now, what do we do.....do we call Juarez to confirm? or do we just wait for my fiancee to get her Package.

Btw, do any of you know if there can be some sort of travel permit/document....when you are not able to get the passport? Or can we try to get her passport in Ciudad Juarez the same day?

Thanks,


Our time lines are very similar. I highly recommend reading the Juarez consulate thread there is a wealth of information there. Why would you fiancee need her parents permission to get a passport?
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-09-25 17:28:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionApproved
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MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-08 14:45:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionWho Did Not Wait for Packet 3 From Ciudad Juarez?
I have not had a chance to read you comments regarding this matter, but I will later. I have only heard of one case that a guy went with his family before they gave him the green light. I know he had a thread it was something like Weird way to get a Visa. He was VERY lucky!!! I would not risk it, but that is me personally because there is so much money involved in the whole process and my SO lives in Queretaro so it isn't very close to Juarez. I just want to make one trip there. I would advise you to wait for the Consulate to give you the green light. I know it is hard waiting, but we are almost there. I am confident that I will hear something by the end of the month. Maybe we will end up at Juarez at the same time since our time lines are so close.

Andrea
MrsBocanegraFemaleMexico2009-10-01 09:57:00