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IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS - NVC

Yup - ask for 'AOS Fee Bill' .

Yer wife handle the OPT IN overnight? Happy Wednesday !


She is having problems getting the pdf I sent her... Arugh !!! :blink: She will try again tomorrow, if not It will have to wait until Saturday when i am there... More delays...... Oh,.. she should be able to download adobe reader for Chinese, right ?

Dan
Djwalker60MaleChina2010-04-14 11:06:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS - NVC

The DS 3032/ AOS link comes in the same email. At least it did for us and a bunch of other folks.

You pay the $70.
The beneficiary replies to the DS3032 via email using the VJ template.


I hope I get this email with our Invoice ID Before I leave to see my wife. I guess I'll just gkeep checking. About 72 hours? If not, should I Call again?

Dan
Seattle
Djwalker60MaleChina2010-04-14 08:19:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS - NVC

Dan - it should have the GZO # on it. In fact, the other forms should have the GZO # on it, as well. (I think I missed that, writing on the wiki.. grrrr )


Thanks Again... I guess I'll have to redo those Forms when I get the GZO Number.. Thank Goodness I have a color scanner in home.. Response for another comment on this thread: As far as why my petition was done in the time frame it was done in.... You need to ask the USCIS this question, but I can tell you that sitting idle does not always help.

Dan
Djwalker60MaleChina2010-04-13 21:42:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS - NVC

since you have GUZ # - yer WIFE should send in the OPT IN Email Now.

Prior to that 'other stuff' that you listed.

The OPT IN /DS-3032 'process' runs in parallel, not serial.

YOU DID WANT SOME SPEED, yes?

Do the DS-3032 NOW, err - SHE does the DS-3032/OPT IN - NOW.


FWIW - you can PAY with the GUZ # - but -

DO NOT SEND IN the 'sets' (I-864, DS-230 ) until the casefile has been converted at NVC (meaning a GZO number has been issued). Once it's converted and you have GZO #, send in via email those sets. There might be small confusion if the conversion happens between 'AOS paid' and 'IV fee bill ready to be paid' if the casefile is converted BETWEEN those two time ticks - and thats OK - simply log in to the portal with the GZO number instead of the GUZ number. IIRC, the IIN doesn't change, at all.

Good Luck !



Hey Darnell:

Do you know if the P3 Supplement Form should have the GUZ or the new GZO number as the case number?

Dan
Djwalker60MaleChina2010-04-13 20:52:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS - NVC

I'll tell you one crazy thing ;)

For non-electronic NVC casefiles, for March -
some of them got the AOS and IV fee bills 'available to be paid' on Day 1, without any waiting for other documents.
IF YOU ARE SO LUCKY to fall into that 'black hole' - then by all means pay both fees on the same day. I'm hoping you'll get the AOS Fee Bill (which has the IIN in it) tonight or tomorrow morning.


I hope to get it before I leave, then i can get it paid. But no matter what, I'll have my laptop with me when I go so I'll be able to check up on all documents and send any documents I need sent from the wife's place in Guangzhou. I'll get the OPTIN out by tomorrow, then I guess I'll need to wait before I can send the I-864 and DS-230 Pages 1 & 2, along with all supporting documents. Question: Do I need to put any type of "bar codes" on any document?


Besides sending in our OPTIN email, I can only wait. But then I think I am going to call to see if they can give me over the telephone a Invoice ID Number. Probably, not but doesn't hurt to ask.

Dan
Djwalker60MaleChina2010-04-13 14:31:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS - NVC

Not really - instead - compare yer list to the list at http://www.visajourn...plemental_stuff

Good Luck !


Thanks for the help today, as of this moment I will get our OPTIN email sent out ASAP. Then wait for the email with our invoice identification number, pay the $70.00 then wait for our new case number before sending in the I-864 with supporting information, P3 Supplement Form and pages 1 & 2 of the DS-230. {I hope this is correct}

Oh, anything else I should have the wife sign while I am out in never never land?

Dan
Djwalker60MaleChina2010-04-13 12:58:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS - NVC
I've printed out the P3 Form, but it needs the wife's Signature, correct? I've also created a "supplement attachemtn" In other words, I've outlined the formatting of the P3 Form itself and then added space for the actual information that is being asked for on the P3 form. When I get home from work today, I'll update this form with our GUZ Number. I'll be leaving on Friday to see the wife. But as you said, I'll get this OPTIN Email Done Before Friday. That way we are in the "system" as Electronic Processors or "EP noob" :unsure:

Dan
Djwalker60MaleChina2010-04-13 12:47:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS - NVC
is this the link?

http://www.visajourn...onic_Processing

Dan
Djwalker60MaleChina2010-04-13 12:23:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS - NVC

Dan - refresh this page - I've added in some stuff, buddy.


I'll have to get with the wife tonight, she is sleeping now. It is 0115 in Guangzhou now. But as far as paying the AOS fee now, it says on the Payment page I need to have a Invoice Identification Number.. I do not have this yet. From what I am reading I cannot proceed on the payment until this. Is there a way around paying without the Invoice Identification Number? Would be nice to get this paid. I will get the OPTIN done ASAP. !!

Sorry about this next question.. :bonk: .. can you give me the url to the post you are referring to? I have printed so many things out.. I have gone through 3 reims of paper by now. More to come I am sure.

Now, I have formated an email to send in the OPTIN email with the correct information in the subject line. First and foremost "OPTIN" then the case Number GUZ20106XXXXX.

Anything else I can do now? I have all I-864 documents in PDF format already to go. I have everything printed that I am taking with to Guangzhou for the wife. I guess just wait again for the letter from NVC? Oh, after all of this is said and done, you think it would be of a benefit if I wrote on this site the list of documents I have prepared for this "journey"?

Dan
Djwalker60MaleChina2010-04-13 12:21:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS - NVC

No , yer golden - it IS yer topic, after all.

That was specifically directed to 'yokogurl99' member, she attempted to hijaak yer topic with an unrelated question. The only thing that was common was 'NVC' - the rest of it so off topic, I had to spit in a bucket to calm down ;)


Ok Thank You, by the way just got our GUZ Number :thumbs: Now I guess this is what i need to do:

  • Wait for the $70.00 Affidavit of Support Processing Fee Bill
  • Once Bill Received, go to the on-line Site and pay the bill
  • Wait for the receipt
  • Send in our I-864
  • Send in the OPTIN Email with the DS-3032 Attached

Am I missing something? Geezzz. all of sudden my head in spinning... I need to write this down or else I'll forget it.. I guess I need that stuff for the memory... what do you call it??? :bonk:

Dan
Djwalker60MaleChina2010-04-13 11:29:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS - NVC

I hope it was not me.... Yesterday got our "Official" I-797 I-130 Approval Notice for My Wife. I'll keep calling the NVC, as it says on the notice. Once NVC get's it, I'll get the NVC GUZ # then after that I call NVC, talk with a human give our emails and then we should get notification to pay the $70.00 the the $400.00 for the CR1 Visa, then on to Guangzhou.. I really hope the horror stories coming out of Guangzhou are "exaggerated". The more I read about GUZ, the more nervous I get. I just printed out 3 more months of emails, so I have about 1,000 pages of emails. They asked for it, we'll I give it to them.. They want proof...... I have it.. You think the US Government thinks our wifes are.......... We'll do not get me started on that one.

At any rate.. I'll get the card you suggested so when i get to Guangzhou on Saturday, I'll just keep calling. What are "white papers"?

Thanks again, and sorry to be such a pain in the *&^& about all of this. On the CFL site I did make a list of everything I have in the hopes it would help someone else out. You think posting my list on Vj would be more helpful? Just trying to payback the help I have recieved.

Dan


Just called NVC, Got our GUZ #..... Yeah... So Now I am on the phone, on Hold waiting to give email address.. I hope that I am doing the right thing.... Took about 6 Calendar Days from the NOA2 date..

Dan
Djwalker60MaleChina2010-04-13 10:53:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS - NVC

I'm so terribly sorry, you are attempting to hijaak this topic with an unrelated question.

I strongly suggest you start yer own own topic in a K-1 forum, and stay OUT of the CR-1 forum.

in the meantime - K-1 petitions are totally different, when it comes to NVC processing. Suggest you have the USC person contact NVC via telephone, get a Human™, and GET the NVC casefile number , also inquire for 'when it left NVC'. Then call DOS Hotline, get a Human™, and inquire for casefile status using the NVC casefile number.

In the future, please - do NOT hijaak other topics with unrelated questions. This Visa Stuff is serious, and you've just created a medium sized faux paux.


I hope it was not me.... Yesterday got our "Official" I-797 I-130 Approval Notice for My Wife. I'll keep calling the NVC, as it says on the notice. Once NVC get's it, I'll get the NVC GUZ # then after that I call NVC, talk with a human give our emails and then we should get notification to pay the $70.00 the the $400.00 for the CR1 Visa, then on to Guangzhou.. I really hope the horror stories coming out of Guangzhou are "exaggerated". The more I read about GUZ, the more nervous I get. I just printed out 3 more months of emails, so I have about 1,000 pages of emails. They asked for it, we'll I give it to them.. They want proof...... I have it.. You think the US Government thinks our wifes are.......... We'll do not get me started on that one.

At any rate.. I'll get the card you suggested so when i get to Guangzhou on Saturday, I'll just keep calling. What are "white papers"?

Thanks again, and sorry to be such a pain in the *&^& about all of this. On the CFL site I did make a list of everything I have in the hopes it would help someone else out. You think posting my list on Vj would be more helpful? Just trying to payback the help I have recieved.

Dan
Djwalker60MaleChina2010-04-13 09:44:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS - NVC

Back at the online payment portal - when you 'get there' for the first time, because you've received the AOS fee bill via email -

you enter the GUZ casefile # and the IIN (Invoice ID Number)

The IIN is IN the emailed AOS fee bill, which is part of the 'DS-3032 kit' that you'll receive, via email - sometime, soonish.

Whenever you get the GUZ Casefile # from the AVR, call the NVC Hotline, get a Human™, then tell them you are ready to start NVC Processing (note I did NOT say EP here). They will confirm yer identity, and gather yer email address and yer wife's email address, then you'll be sent a 'DS-3032 kit' via email.

I've some detailed info on 'that', here -> http://www.visajourn...ost__p__3560467

Good Luck !

ps - SHE can send the OPT IN Email the same day that you receive the GUZ Casefile number, btw.


Leaving to See the wife on Friday. As you know, no way I can really call the NVC while in China, would be nice though. Especially if we get the GUZ number while I am with her. Then we can send the email while I am with her. Any way to do this from China? Wish there was, but unfortunately do not know anyone who would dial the number for me while I was in Guangzhou with the wife. So, if no number by Friday then I'll have to wait until I get back. Say, if we get the GUZ number while I am in china, and I do not get back for 14 days, is there going to be any issues OPTIN after I get back?

Dan
Djwalker60MaleChina2010-04-12 20:54:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS - NVC
How do you "Register to view the new invoices/payment receipts" ??? The more I read.. :wacko: my brain begins to melt.. :bonk:
Djwalker60MaleChina2010-04-12 15:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS - NVC
Question:

While reading the Department of State "Check list" web page, it says to:

  • Complete Using all Capital Letters: Is this True?
  • To Staple all forms together? Necessary ?

What did you do?

Oh just called the NVC Voice System, still nothing :blink: I guess I will be dialing for donuts. How far does the rabbit hole really go? :hehe:

Dan

Edited by Djwalker60, 12 April 2010 - 03:26 PM.

Djwalker60MaleChina2010-04-12 15:24:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS - NVC

DJ - these are labels.

EP NVC - Electronic Processing @ NVC
non-EP NVC - paper filers at NVC - the majority of members here at VJ with I-130 petitions in play.

non EP NVC noob - a newbie. One who just left the pain and suffering of USCIS processing, and is edging up to the start line at NVC. Will be handling all via paper and postal submittal to NVC, hopefully after monitoring the online payment portal.

SachinKy has a good form and format for 'the steps' - but is non-EP specific for NVC. I was 'dinging' her, here, as there is huge propensity that you will NOT be a 'non-EP NVC noob' soonish, but instead, soonish, you'll be an 'EP NVC noob'

I've written a wiki page to handle NVC Electronic Processing Issues, Steps, and Concerns over at
http://www.visajourn...onic_Processing


If you have any questions about the steps, feel free to post them over at
http://www.visajourn...1

and I'll follow up soonish (I swear ! )


We'll in that case I WILL Be Filling via the Electronic Process. I need to have our process streamlined as much as possible. Trying to get the wife here before her 8th month of pregnancy. If she has to give birth is China, my life just got a lot more complicated. :wacko: Seeing that having a baby is complicated enough, especially since it is my first, ever !!! So I guess I am a

EP NVC Noob.. :thumbs:

Dan
Djwalker60MaleChina2010-04-12 15:01:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS - NVC
Sorry hit the send key before brain was done typing..

Meant to say what is a "EP NVC noob soonish"

Dan
Djwalker60MaleChina2010-04-12 14:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS - NVC
I am confused, what noob soonish?
Djwalker60MaleChina2010-04-12 14:31:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS - NVC
If this is the Number: 603.334.0700....... it is always busy... :wacko: any other number to try?
Djwalker60MaleChina2010-04-12 11:12:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS - NVC
What is a good number for checking status? 603.334.0700 ??
Djwalker60MaleChina2010-04-12 10:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresUSCIS - NVC
Greetings:

Last week I received the email from USCIS stating our case has been approved, (NOA2). Now comes the next step, NVC.. I have been reading as much as I can about how long it will take NVC to get our case so that I can proceed on to the next adventure... The National visa Center..

I've read to start calling the NVC about two weeks "after" our NOA2 date, is this a good time? Just for the fun of it, I called the NVC center today, the person I spoke to must have come from USCIS because they were not very nice at all. The USCIS tells me only two weeks, that is why I am writing this thread. Just wondering what an average is for this wait.

We are going to be going through the electronic processing at Guangzhou for my now pregnant wife and hope we can get her here before she delivers. If not, yet more paper, more money, more frustration with the US Government, and the worse of it.. More time apart, especially since our wonderful Corporate America only allows us employees very little time off.

Any information would be helpful.
Thank You
Dan :wacko:
Djwalker60MaleChina2010-04-12 08:43:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresThe other shoe dropped....

I would like to know that one as well... anyone?



If Going through Guangzhou China, YES Do Electronic Filing. Can shave off 5 months. Why 5 months you ask? We'll what will happen is the documents will sit in Chinese Cusomts until they are ready to release such documents to the US Consulate in Guangzhou. For instance, I did electronic filing, did the OPTIN for this around the 13th Of April, We proceeded via electronic filing through the NVC and on the 13th of May we recieved our interview date of 15 June, and passed .... Pitfalls? Be careful in reviewing all documentation. Ensure the I-864 is filled out in ALL Capital Letters per instructions. Front Load, some say do not.. I disagree. Just finished with our I-130 and I believe it was beneficial. Many Photos, for initial I-130, I sent in about 100. Proof of bona fide relationship is very big in Guangzhou, your finanicals are very important for US Consulate in Guangzhou. Remember your P3 Supplement form, many forget to email this with the DS-230 during the eletronic processing stages. ALL Documents need to be in PDF format, even the passport photos you send to the NVC..

So in a nut shell... I would Highly Recommend Electronic Filling at NVC.. Oh,, call many times a day as with electronic filing things can and do change from morning to night time.

Dan & Yonghua
Djwalker60MaleChina2010-06-24 09:34:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPossible Huge Development in Translations at NVC

Just got off the phone with NVC operator.

I had originally called regarding some specifics on translation requirements.

I was told specifically that if the interview (visa issuance) takes place in the Beneficiaries place of birth (aka country of native language) that no translations of any documents are necessary!!!!!!!!

Of course I pressed hard on this. The woman confirmed with a supervisor. I asked for some document to support this. She said nothing like an email existed. She asked the supervisor then said I could look at the instructions for the DS230. I haven't found these yet, however, at this link...

http://travel.state..../info_3195.html

I found this ....

'Translation Requirements
All documents not in English, or in the official language of the country in which application for a visa is being made, must be accompanied by certified translations.'

I have read this many times but did not really drill down to the possibly significant meaning.

This clearly states what the woman told me. Now, maybe some others with better connections than I, can help confirm this. I am still going after translations until I confirm this specifically with GZO.

Mister Darnell !!!!!!!! What do you think of this??????????????



My wife and I just got done with our interview on 15 June, have translations done. Be sure the wife get's the documents translated at a offical translation site. My wife went to an office in guangzhou to get all of her documents translated and notarized. Do not risk it. Prepare all documents correctly the first time, otherwise it WILL cause delays and issues. When you email the DS-230 ( I hope you are going to OPTIN - If doing a I-130) for Electronic processing. Email all documents, birth certificates, marriage certificates, divorce decrees, etc. Don't forget the P3 Supplement form. You can download NOW all forms from the US Consulate website for Guangzhou.

I hope I am making sense. Do your homework, read, and prepare. The old saying "failing to prepare is preparing to fail"


Dan
Djwalker60MaleChina2010-06-25 14:59:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWorried about NVC process

It'll show up - give it another day or two. There will be 2 things 'showing up' - once is receipt, another is coversheet. When those DO show up, you'll need to print to pdf file, and include in the I-864 submittal.

When NVC converts the casefile to EP, you'll receive an email about it, containing the new GZO #/
Usually AFTER the OPT IN has been accepted, the IV fee bill will show up to be paid.

DO NOT send in anything, via email, until you have GZO # . Remember you'll be doing this twice, for each set (I-864 and DS-230) as is two casefiles.

After you have GZO #, make sure the document coversheet and receipt notice, THAT YOU INCLUDE IN EACH SET (I-864, DS-230), has the new GZO # in it - removes confusion at NVC for further processing. You can check it prior to GZO conversion, and see that it has the GUZ # in it, but that's not what you want to include for email submission.


Good Luck !!! Hang in there !!



If I can add my two cents worth... When it does come time for you to send in your DS-230, you will be sending in your sons and wife's on separate emails. You will have two GZO numbers, I did. I also sent a lot of information via the DS-230 Submission email Even though the NVC did not need it the NVC WILL Forward ALL documents to the US Consulate in Guangzhou. Then I just called about 5 times a day.. Yes A lot.. but I am glade I did. I was able to push it along and even ask for a supervisor occasionally becuase as Darnell pointed out to me, a lot of the contractors for the National Visa Center still do not know the Electronic Process very good. Never let up on them... Be sure the cases are "married" so that the interview dates will be the same too.

Dan
Djwalker60MaleChina2010-05-21 13:03:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresOriginal docs at interview or mail with DS-230?
If filing a CR1, then it would be wise to do electronic filing. I did this in April, in and out of NVC in 26 days.. So it would be a good idea to do this. Electronic processing is not too painful, just be sure ALL documents are pdf formatted, even her passport photo. When I sent in our DS-230, I also emailed a bunch of other documents not required by the NVC, BUT... ALL Documents were forwarded to the US Consulate, for instance I even emailed yet another updated EOR..


Dan
Djwalker60MaleChina2010-08-04 16:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduressilly question about payment
QUOTE (Missa @ Mar 31 2009, 06:51 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
ok so maybe i'm just stressed out because of school and i'm looking but not seeing.
i can't seem to find who exactly to make the money order out to

lol its driving me nuts. someone please tell me


If for K1 U.S Department of Homeland Security

You MUST Spell it out, no abbreviations
Djwalker60MaleChina2009-03-31 08:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAbout to send in I-129F petition.... checklist....
do i have to include the benificary passport photo copy with the i-129F?
Djwalker60MaleChina2009-03-05 14:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow long we need wait for NOA2?
Sent our I-129F on 20 April,,, still not even a NOA1... This is concerning me..


Dan

QUOTE (ponlypon @ May 8 2009, 08:11 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
dear all

I got Noa1 at 7 of April and I'm waiting for noa2

I'd like to know how long we need wait for noa2?

Anybody get it within 2-3 months?


Thanks
Ponlypon


Djwalker60MaleChina2009-05-08 10:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCSC NOA1 & CHECK CASHING
QUOTE (HelloWorld08 @ May 12 2009, 11:23 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (EMMJ @ May 12 2009, 11:23 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (sunshine77 @ May 8 2009, 02:51 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi,


I have sent it in on April 16, they received it on the 17th. They did not file it until May 1. I just received it today(NOA1 May 7). So there should be no worries. The system is just slow sometimes. If you dont receive it after 30 days, then call USCIS. but up to 30 days is normal.


Do you happen to know what the number is to inquire about NOA 1?? I filed my petition at the California Service Center on April 7th and check was cashed on April 8th... still no NOA 1!!!


USCIS 1-800-375-5283



Just a note, the address that I sent via FedEx was verified by USCIS, called three times just to make sure that they were all correct. Seems as if you can get different answers from different people. So i figure if three people all gave me the right answer then the address was correct. As i posted early i did receive my HardCopy of NOA1 and receive date on NOA1 was the 21st. The day it was signed for, I gather it is just slow on the paper work. As long as they are working the case itself I am happy. NO RFE's and a quick NOA2..... this is what is important.. Most important to be together..


D;)
Djwalker60MaleChina2009-05-13 08:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCSC NOA1 & CHECK CASHING
Finally Received NOA1 Hard Copy on Friday, but Received day was the day it was signed for. Just Slow Processing, so far so good. Now the real wait begins.

D-

QUOTE (Gary and Alla @ May 8 2009, 02:28 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (laura819 @ May 7 2009, 11:28 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (djwalker60+Alina @ May 7 2009, 09:54 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
CSC Received our I-129F on 21 April and to this date, i still have no hard copy of NOA1 nor Have they cashed the Cashiers check that I have sent to them. wacko.gif

Has anyone else had this recent experience with filing at the California Service Center? I sent our Packet via FedEx over night priority. By the way the address I FedExed it to was:

USCIS
California Service Center
24000 Avila Road
2nd Floor Room 2312
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677

I know that they have received it and it was signed for too. Any Ideas as too why this would be occurring? I've read that there is an influx of HB1 Visa's that need to be taken care of, possibility that this could be the hold up? Any thoughts would be appreciated as I am getting a bit worried.

Dan


Someone might be able to answer this better, but you probably should have sent the petition to the address that was listed on the form. If I remember correctly....it was a PO Box. It may or may not matter...


The PO box is for regular mail delivery. The address he used is for FedEx, UPS etc., who require a live human to sign at time of delivery.


Djwalker60MaleChina2009-05-10 13:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCSC NOA1 & CHECK CASHING
CSC Received our I-129F on 21 April and to this date, i still have no hard copy of NOA1 nor Have they cashed the Cashiers check that I have sent to them. wacko.gif

Has anyone else had this recent experience with filing at the California Service Center? I sent our Packet via FedEx over night priority. By the way the address I FedExed it to was:

USCIS
California Service Center
24000 Avila Road
2nd Floor Room 2312
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677

I know that they have received it and it was signed for too. Any Ideas as too why this would be occurring? I've read that there is an influx of HB1 Visa's that need to be taken care of, possibility that this could be the hold up? Any thoughts would be appreciated as I am getting a bit worried.

Dan

Djwalker60MaleChina2009-05-07 20:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNew and waiting
QUOTE (uscandual @ May 19 2009, 02:02 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Cynthia&Simon @ May 19 2009, 03:57 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi we applied in March for K-1 VIsa, my fiancee lives in the UK. We already received our first Notice and are awaiting our second. whistling.gif I don't really have any questions, but I do like that I have a place where I can vent about "HOW FRIGGIN' MUCH I MISS HIM" crying.gif and how tired I am of everyone asking me if he is marrying me just for his papers. I find it insulting, frustrating and dissapointing that I almost have to declare and explain our love. I honestly find that at times I am not prepared for this line of questioning. It feels as though I have to have some sort of explanation in the wings, besides we love each other and want to marry. I don't want to over-react to it, as I know and try to remember that it is coming from a place of love. So any suggestions? wacko.gif


Welcome to VJ. You'll find many like minded souls here who feel as you do.
Feel free to vent away, that's what we're here for!
Just politely tell your curious interrogator what you've told us - you're in love, you're happy, you're anxiously awaiting the process to wind its way along so you can live happily ever after.

Good luck!! good.gif


I concur, I too get comments at times and i basically just ignore people like that.. A comment like "oh, they are all alike" or some stupid remark. Then there is the all famous term "mail order" I Hate that !!! geez, then people here will gladly go to some other US Based dating site.. All I know is the reason we are together is for the right reason and we need to just ignore those who are unwilling to accept that the world has changed and that you can find the one you really want to be with any where in this world. It just proves their ignorance when they open their mouths..
Djwalker60MaleChina2009-05-19 16:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSent in Application on May 5th
QUOTE (adventure509 @ May 27 2009, 06:10 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (adventure509 @ May 27 2009, 05:38 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I know it can take upwards of a month to receive the notification of NOA-1 from CSC. I sent it off on the 5th of May was signed for on the 6th of May in the am. Of course I see some here have received notification on NOA-1 in a weeks time. And I have also seen it can take a month before I should be worried. I checked and double checked every part of the application and am sure all is there. The only thing I of course now am thinking is using a PO box some kind of problem. I have the phsical address in all the write places but my mailing address is a PO box. Because there is just no postal dilivery to the address where I live. ANyone know if that is some kind of problem?



I used a money Order from the US post office. I figured that would be the fastest way Government money order to a branch of the government. and yes was made out to the Department of Homeland Security



My Hard copy NOA1 took two weeks to get. I used a cashiers check and i was worried too. I called and told them it was more than thirty days, they then transferred me to a another department. They asked for my name and told me that a NOA1 was mailed out and gave me my case number. If you want try that way. But as i said, took me two weeks to get my NOA1. Now still waiting for the infamous NOA2... then on to the home stretch.

Cheers
Djwalker60MaleChina2009-05-27 21:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCancel I-129F
I told myself i will give it a week. I told her that i would call on saturday. If she still has the same attitude on Saturday, then i will begin to withdraw the petition. I understand she can be emotional and it it difficult but to say many not nice things to a man whom you are suppose to love? then it can't be true love.. can it? to call someone weak and because he is not a drunken #### from the mother country who likes to beat their woman or have many girl friends, then i guess i am weak. I always did everything i could for her. Never said anything harsh and if telling someone you love them.. then again i am weak..

I won't do anything for one week

Dan

QUOTE (S.IS.Hwang @ Jun 8 2009, 01:02 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Are you sure there is nothing you can do to work things out? Sometimes woman can be quite emotional ,especially, away from loved ones. Its difficult enough for a Long Distance relationship... and on top of that more stress that comes along with this VISA issue.

I think there are many moments that my fiance and i were frustrated with our situation, especially with our busy work schedule. We tried so hard to see eachother at least every 2 months. Which we did for the first year. We are thankful that our k1 Visa process went along so smoothly, so he's able to join me in July. But trust me... when she's upset, she might say hurtful things.

I say, give it some time and see if its going to work out?


Djwalker60MaleChina2009-06-08 15:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCancel I-129F
Greetings;

We'll after 8 months I think Alina and I have come to an end. I guess she feels that I am not "strong" enough for her. We communicated for months via Skype Video and everything was going ok, then yestarday she "went off" on my telling me that i am not strong, a whinny guy, i told her i loved her too much and so on. Lastly i was to see her in July and her comment was "if you do not listen to me do not come to me in july" So, am i wrong for canceling this? is her heart not in the right place..?? i do not think so.. With that said, what format? i understand it needs to be notarized and sent to same address as i sent the petition. Correct? Finally,, can i file again at a later date without a waiver... I write this with a heavy heart.... Dan from seattle..
Djwalker60MaleChina2009-06-08 12:08:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNOA2 question
QUOTE (mox @ Jul 28 2009, 10:44 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
You'll probably get a "touch" first, but that's not a hard fast rule. Sometimes the online date never changes, even after you've gotten your NOA2 in the mail. But the norm is that you'll see the date change and the online status changed to approved. If you're subscribed, you'll see the email before anything else.



I filed 21 April and seen a "Touch" today with a date of 27 July 2009. "I've been Touched"
Djwalker60MaleChina2009-07-28 13:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F Security Checks
QUOTE (Jauque @ Aug 10 2009, 08:28 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I think every petition goes through these "background checks". I'm also sure that 90 days is just a number picked out of thin air to keep you off their backs. I suspect that if your petition is sitting open on someones desk you will hear something soon.

Good luck!



More Information on Security Checks, or as the FBI calls it the "NNCP" or National Name Check Program. Here is some information:

Name Check Database: Source of Data
The NNCP conducts manual and electronic searches of the FBI’s Central Records System (CRS) Universal Index (UNI). The CRS encompasses the centralized records of FBI Headquarters, field offices, and Legal Attache offices. The CRS contains all FBI investigative, administrative, personnel, and general files.

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NNCP Process - Major Steps
The FBI NNCP conducts manual and electronic searches of the FBI’s Central Records System (CRS) and Universal Index (UNI) for all instances of applicant’s name and approximate date of birth in main case files or references. A main file name is that of an individual who is the subject of an FBI investigation whereas a reference is someone whose name appears in an FBI investigation.

1. Search Request
The agency/entity (UCSIS) submits a request to the FBI’s NNCP. Submissions are accepted via magnetic tape, hard copy, telephone, or fax.

2. Primary Search
The electronic (batch) submissions are searched against the UNI. The majority of the batch names are electronically returned as “no record” with 48-72 hours.

3. Secondary Search
A secondary “manual” search is done for names with possible reference or entries from the “hits” (possible matches) of the primary search.

4. Manual Review
The remaining paper files and/or electronic files are reviewed to ensure they are relevant to the name check request.

5. Disclosure of Search Results
Identifiable files ("Idents") are then analyzed for relevant or derogatory information that may be disseminated to the requesting agency/entity (USCIS). The NNCP forwards a summary of the information of the individual to the submitting agency/entity.

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Explanation of Search Results
1. “No Record”
A “no record” indicates that the UNI database contains no identifiable information regarding a particular individual. By agreement with the Department of State, partially due to the concern about the time factors in approving visa requests, a "No Record" translates in to a "No Objection" to the issuance of a visa.

2. “Hit” (Possible Match)
If there is a match with a name in a FBI record, it is designated as a "Hit," meaning that the system has stopped on a possible match with the name being checked, but now a human being must review the file or index entry to further refine the names "Hit" upon.

3. "Ident" (Match)
If the search develops a name and birth date match of a “hit”, it is designated as an "Ident” which is then analyzed for relevant or derogatory information.

4. Further Investigation is Needed
Additional review is required for searches that were not immediately eliminated as a "No Record" due to a name and birth date not being enough to positively match the file with an individual. A secondary manual search is done to determine a “no record” or a possible “hit”. The electronic and/or paper FBI record for these is retrieved and reviewed. Which is then determined a “hit” or “no record”.

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Name Check Processing Time
The majority of name checks submitted are electronically checked and returned to the submitting agency as having "No Record" within 48-72 hours. The processing time for FBI name checks usually take from 30-120 days but timing does vary from case to case. The FBI’s intention is to have all visa requests processed within 120 days. Most name check requests that are over 60 days old are the result of the time required to retrieve and review field office record information. Any case which is not processed within this time frame is usually delayed because of a potential "hit" (match) which will be further reviewed manually.

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Major Name Check Requesting Agencies
The FBI’s NNCP Section provides services to more than 70 federal, state, and local governments and entities. Although most name checks are conducted for each agency on a first-in, first-out basis, the contributing agency determines the order of resolution for priority, project, or expedite cases.

1. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
Submits name check requests on individuals applying for the following benefits: asylum, adjustment of status to legal permanent resident, naturalization, and waivers.

2. Office of Personnel Management
Submits name checks requests in order to determine an individual’s suitability and eligibility in seeking employment with the federal government.

3. Department of State
Submits FBI name check requests on individuals applying for visas.
Not all visa matters require FBI name checks.

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Freedom of Information and Privacy Act (FOIPA) vs. Name Check
Freedom of Information and Privacy Acts (FOIPA) requests are sometimes confused with name check requests. FOIPA provides copies of FBI files relevant to a specific FOIPA request. For FOIPA, the FBI search uses the name or information as provided in the FOIPA request. A FOIPA search determines whether there is an investigative file associated with an individual—a “main file” search. For a name check, “main files” and “reference files” are both checked, in addition to searching a name in a multitude of combinations.
Djwalker60MaleChina2009-08-11 16:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F Security Checks
QUOTE (Gary and Alla @ Aug 10 2009, 05:19 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Djwalker60 @ Aug 10 2009, 02:31 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Greetings to Everyone:

We'll we are at day 112 today, and since I myself or anyone at that will never really get a true answer as to the status of our cases at USCIS. I took it upon myself to email my local Congressman. So, they actually called USCIS CSC and this is what he told me:



I called the USCIS Service Center in California today. There was good news and bad news, to be honest.

First, though the expected timeline is five months, USCIS must be getting ahead of themselves because your petition had already gone to an Officer to be decided. However, your case has still not cleared the required background checks. It is not possible to approve an petition until the required background checks have cleared. I was told that you should not expect a decision for up to 90 days.

I know this is not good news and I regret that your case may be delayed, but if it helps you to understand the process, I have attached a document that talks about the background/security check process.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.

Best regards,



Special Assistant
Congressman Jay Inslee
18560 1st Ave. NE, Suite E800
Shoreline, WA 98155-2150
206-361-0233 phone
206-361-3959 fax
www.house.gov/inslee



Has anyone seen or heard of these "security checks" at USCIS? Are they random, or does everyone go through these security checks? Just wondering because I have seen many get approved at the time frame we are at.. Just wanted to see if anyone has any thoughts on this matter. Can it really be 90 more days???


Dan


I am really excited about the government running our health care! Woooo Hooo! FREE medical!!!!!!!!

You are caught in the FBI manual name checks process, could be random, could be because you have the same name as a bad guy somewhere. The USCIS is doing their job efficiently as noted by your congressman's lackey. Sorry to say, you will just have to wait. One woudl assume 90 days would be an "outside" estimate. One would hope, anyway.

I wonder how long we will wait for MRIs and gall baldder surgery?



Oh yeah, case was "touched" again today.. Wonder why? Oh yeah... I see FREE Medical coming, if it is like USCIS... Don't get me started on this one either !!!
Djwalker60MaleChina2009-08-10 22:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F Security Checks
QUOTE (Kimbear @ Aug 10 2009, 01:38 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
he probably means the fbi background check on the petitioner. every application goes thru this at uscis. took me 142 days to get my approval becasue of that and my congressman told me fbi checks were backlogged as well. and that the check takes like a month.

if a mod could maybe see if the Captain can put this PDF up with the rest of the guides? i dont think i recall seeing this here and it does have some good info on it? if it's already there i apologize in advance smile.gif



So,, Kimbear..... You have seen this before? meaning a total of 142 days from NOA1 - NOA2? But then why get done so quickly and some of us take longer..? boy this is frustrating... wacko.gif
Djwalker60MaleChina2009-08-10 15:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129F Security Checks
I've attached the document that was sent to me about security checks.

Dan
Djwalker60MaleChina2009-08-10 14:09:00