Forum	Title	Content	Member	Sex	Country	Date/Time
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	CR1 VISA APPROVED!!	QUOTE (babybebita @ Aug 13 2008, 05:43 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> CONGRATULATIONS! Thank you! QUOTE (MrsRowe @ Aug 13 2008, 05:46 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Wow, congratulations. Thanks. QUOTE (Aman @ Aug 13 2008, 05:46 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Congrats...N have a Happy Life Thank you very much! QUOTE (VivaBaños @ Aug 13 2008, 05:52 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Fantastic! Thank you! QUOTE ( @ Aug 13 2008, 06:09 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Congrats!!!!!!!!!!!!! I know your very excited and happy. Thank you! Yes, we are both relieved and very excited. Good luck with your interview! QUOTE (yasser ezz @ Aug 13 2008, 07:09 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Congrats ......... Thank you!	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-13 09:52:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	CR1 VISA APPROVED!!	My husband spent 2 hours in the consulate before being told that he's approved. I have to go to work right now, but expect a review later on today! Thank you everyone for your endless support and help. All the best, Mr. and Mrs. Przy	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-13 07:32:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	My daughter was born!	Gorgeous. She's a beautiful addition!! Congrats you two.. and here's hoping for a speedy interview date.	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-07 21:23:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	NVC Case complete	Many congrats and good luck for the interview!!	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-13 21:51:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	now wot?	Good luck shaman!	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-16 16:26:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Approved after 216 days!!!	Great news! Congratulations.	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-16 16:28:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	I-865 and AR-11 Question.... HELP!	Bump I really have to get this question answered... anyone? Thanks in advanced.	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-16 19:27:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	I-865 and AR-11 Question.... HELP!	I posted this question twice, to try and target a larger audience and hopefully find and answer to my question. So, as the sponsor, I am fully aware that I need to file the I-865 form within 30 days of moving into my new apartment. This is my question: My husband just received his visa on August 13, 2008. For his projected residence, I used my old address, I didn't have my new apartment at the time of filing. Do I still need to file an AR-11 for my husband even though he isn't here yet and hasn't had a change of address within the United States, or do I still need to file it because they are assuming that he is going to be living my old place of residence that I listed at the time of filing? Lastly, do I wait until he is in the United States to file this change of address, or do I fill it out now? He won't be here until mid September. He doesn't have his A# yet and that is needed to fill out the AR-11. I'm confused Any help regarding this topic would be greatly appreciated. Best, Przy	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-16 16:34:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	notarization	I-864 does not require a nortarization because you are signing under purgery. If there is an I-864A involved, that must be notarized. Simply having a co-sponsor that fills out an I-864 also does not require notarization. In addition to all that, I have never heard of any letter that needs notarization for the I-864. My case was a bit different and I explained why I didn't make the 125% poverty lines and it was perfect and to the point. Our petition was approved. Edited by przy, 13 August 2008 - 07:47 PM.	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-13 19:45:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	APPROVED!!!!	Great news! Congrats!	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-13 19:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	CSC approved 1 week	How wonderful! Congrats.	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-16 16:27:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	This is a pilot guide, need your feedback...	For some reason on the DHL tracking website... it isn't giving me the option to select the Consulate. It's just giving me error messages.	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-07-15 08:30:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	This is a pilot guide, need your feedback...	Looks great, loto. I wish I had it all written out and simple when I first began this process. Thank you for your continued input here. It's greatly appreciate! ..Oh and here's hoping that everything goes well for your wife and her interview. Edited by przy, 02 July 2008 - 06:48 PM.	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-07-02 18:47:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Interview done-Visa Approved	Congrats!	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-14 20:46:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	VISA ARRIVED IN THE MAIL TODAY!	Thanks again everyone! @ Loto - my husband just had his surgery on Wednesday... everything went well and he will probably be flying here in about 4 weeks.	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-21 21:12:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	VISA ARRIVED IN THE MAIL TODAY!	QUOTE (Goxi82 @ Aug 15 2008, 08:50 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (przy @ Aug 15 2008, 07:39 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> My husband had his interview on Wednesday and his visa arrived today (Friday, August 15)!!! Very cool. CONGRATULATIONSSS TO YOU GUYS AND GOOD LUCK AND HAPPY LIFE BEST WISHES,..!!!!!!! Just one question you know me always full of questions,..hehehe When you said visa arrived that means he got his passport with visa stampled inside passport by snail mail? Thanks for answer and good luck again!!!!! Yes, Goxi, he received it in the mail. Thanks Mina, Happyinlove, higantetingting and esorena.	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-16 16:09:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	VISA ARRIVED IN THE MAIL TODAY!	Thanks everyone! @ Loto - He will have the surgery in Germany.... unfortunately and fortunately.	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-15 20:09:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	VISA ARRIVED IN THE MAIL TODAY!	My husband had his interview on Wednesday and his visa arrived today (Friday, August 15)!!! Very cool.	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-15 07:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	HOLY JESUS!! I JUST GOT APPROVED!!!!	CONGRATULATIONS!!!	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-05-01 20:23:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	I-865 - Change of Address for the I-864	Bump.	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-30 15:13:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	I-865 - Change of Address for the I-864	QUOTE (Old Dominion @ Aug 29 2008, 04:02 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (przy @ Aug 29 2008, 06:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Hey everyone, I just moved into a new apartment and my husband, who is not here, has received his visa. The purpose of the I-865 is to inform the USCIS of my new address change because I am the sponsor for my husband. Here are my questions: The form asks for my husband's alien number. This is not listed in the passport, or is it? I looked at the passport and couldn't find it anywhere on their. Would I write N/A because this number isn't available? When exactly is the alien number available? Also, I read somewhere that as the sponsor, I was allowed to submit the I-865 per Email. Is that true? Thanks in advanced for your help. Przy I think you have put the cart before the horse. Once your husband arrives, then you can file for Adjustment of Status (AOS) to enable him to get a green card. The AOS requires entirely new evidence from you as his sponsor. That is also the time to file for an EAD (work permit) for him. Within 1-2 weeks, you will receive a Notice of Arrival (NOA) which provides his Alien Number for the first time. The USCIS doesn't need to know right away what your new address might be. I appreciate you taking the time to reply, but you misunderstood my case. I suppose I should have given more information. My husband doesn't need to do AOS. He already is going to have a 2 year conditional permanent resident visa upon entering the US. We filed the I-130, not the I-129. My question is only pertaining to the I-865, regarding my change of address. The only connection to that form and my immigrant husband is the fact that they want to have an Alien Number. I suppose if the number isn't available yet, then an N/A answer would apply at this time. The USCIS gives you 30 days to submit this form. By the time my husband arrives in the US, the 30 days will be up (I moved into my new place on the 19th of August). Edited by przy, 29 August 2008 - 06:11 PM.	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-29 18:09:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	I-865 - Change of Address for the I-864	Hey everyone, I just moved into a new apartment and my husband, who is not here, has received his visa. The purpose of the I-865 is to inform the USCIS of my new address change because I am the sponsor for my husband. Here are my questions: The form asks for my husband's alien number. This is not listed in the passport, or is it? I looked at the passport and couldn't find it anywhere on their. Would I write N/A because this number isn't available? When exactly is the alien number available? Also, I read somewhere that as the sponsor, I was allowed to submit the I-865 per Email. Is that true? Thanks in advanced for your help. Przy	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-29 17:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	CR1 Visa Approved !!!!	Congrats!	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-15 20:09:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Review for CR1 Interview in Frankfurt, Germany.	QUOTE (Goxi82 @ Aug 14 2008, 06:38 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (przy @ Aug 13 2008, 10:50 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Goxi82 @ Aug 13 2008, 08:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (przy @ Aug 13 2008, 09:47 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Goxi82 @ Aug 13 2008, 07:33 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (przy @ Aug 13 2008, 01:24 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Hey Vjers, I just called my hubby and got all the details about his interview in Frankfurt this morning.... The arrival: He arrived at the embassy at 6:45am and they were let into the embassy at 7:30am. He showed his interview letter, passport and walked through security with the copies of documents I sent to him. Inside: He had to talk to 3 different individuals at the consulate. The first lady gathered the payment for shipping his visa to him. It was 4,00EUR for that. He had to write his name on the envelope and then she took his passport. The second lady was a real sweetheart he said. This lady looked through his paperwork and verified that everything was correct. There was only one issue that was cleared up and that was my income. I didn't have 125% to the poverty line and she asked my husband about that and he cleared up the fact that I was in Germany with him and couldn't make money there. She said, it wasn't a problem because if you added the months I was away from the USA, I would have been above the 125% line. After that, there were no issues whatsoever and my hubby signed the Part 2 of the DS-230 and his fingerprints taken. The third person was a nice gentleman who asked all the questions in German. Questions asked: What is the petitioner's name? How did you meet? When did you marry? How old is your wife? That was about it. The gentleman then asked to see photos. My husband left the photoalbum in the car!!! So, my hubby said that the photos were in the car and the gentleman said it wasn't a problem. He had enough proof and said, "Congrats, your visa was approved and will be mailed to you within a week." All in all, it took 2 hours. He went in at 7:30 and was out at 10:30. The drive to Frankfurt took longer than the whole process (4 1/2 hours!!!!). If anyone has any additional questions about the experience, just ask! Mr. and Mrs. Przy Hi and CONGRATULATIONSSSS,..!!!!!! I just want to ask you what kind of documentations yours husband had on interview?,..I ask because my wife's interview coming soon so we want to be prepared for interview,...make sure that we have everything,....Thanks and good luck,..!!!!!!! Thanks Goxi. I provided him with copies from the I-130, G-325A, I-864, DS-230 and our email copy of the DS-3032. Pretty much I just duplicated the packets I sent out to the California Service Center and the National Visa Center. I had made copies of all the packets and all the supporting documentation needed. In addition to that, he had his interview appointment letter, his passport, his 2 passport pictures and a photoalbum. His medical exam results were faxed automatically to the consulate after his medical appointment that took place on August 4. While we were well-prepared, the consulate didn't ask to see any documentation and photos were not needed. My husband was asked a couple questions and that was it. Frankfurt has been known to be a pleasant embassy and our experience can validate that. I don't know how it will be for your embassy, but I wish you luck. Just make sure bring along the copies of the documentation you already sent in, in case something got lost. Make sure you have your supporting evidence like pictures, plane tickets and such. That's about it. Let me know if you still have any questions. Thanks for answering my question,...That was enough for me,pretty much I have all documentations ready for interview I made all copies of documentation I already send,except those plane tickets,but I think I can find them to,.... And yes one more question about medical exam,...When needs to be done,I know that needs to be done before interview but when one week before or so,.?? Is there rule for that when medical exam needs to be done or ,...? Thanks again and good luck Hey Goxi - My husband had his medical on August 4 and his interview on August 13. Everything worked out perfectly. You want to make sure 1) You are able to get an appointment with the consulate doctor in time before your interview and 2) That you can either pick up the results to bring to the embassy, or check to see if the doctor can send the results to the embassy. Usually the medical exams are good for up to 6 months. The main rule regarding medical exams is that is HAS to be done by a consulate doctor. It can't just be any doctor. Other than that... your spouse could go in for medical now, if she wanted. Have he phone ahead and see how things work there. Usually the results are sent to the embassy automatically. Good luck. Thanks przy again that was helpfull.....Same thing in my country medical exam has to be done by embassy doctor and there is two of them in my country and you have to call them to schedule appoitment for medical exam,..and I don't know yet for the results of medical exam maybe they send to embassy automaticaly or you have in yor hand on interview,..I am going to find out about that,... I just though that there is some limit when medical exam has to be done some amount of time before interview,...anyway NVC gave me a phone number of embassy and I am going to call them tomorrow and ask them some information and questions,....operator from NVC told me if I have any kind of question I can call embassy and ask them,... Thanks again and good luck,...... Good luck with that then. Take care.	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-14 20:46:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Review for CR1 Interview in Frankfurt, Germany.	QUOTE (silent @ Aug 14 2008, 12:32 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Congratulations again przy, and have a happy life ahead with your hubby Thanks again, silent!	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-14 18:45:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Review for CR1 Interview in Frankfurt, Germany.	QUOTE (Goxi82 @ Aug 13 2008, 08:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (przy @ Aug 13 2008, 09:47 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Goxi82 @ Aug 13 2008, 07:33 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (przy @ Aug 13 2008, 01:24 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Hey Vjers, I just called my hubby and got all the details about his interview in Frankfurt this morning.... The arrival: He arrived at the embassy at 6:45am and they were let into the embassy at 7:30am. He showed his interview letter, passport and walked through security with the copies of documents I sent to him. Inside: He had to talk to 3 different individuals at the consulate. The first lady gathered the payment for shipping his visa to him. It was 4,00EUR for that. He had to write his name on the envelope and then she took his passport. The second lady was a real sweetheart he said. This lady looked through his paperwork and verified that everything was correct. There was only one issue that was cleared up and that was my income. I didn't have 125% to the poverty line and she asked my husband about that and he cleared up the fact that I was in Germany with him and couldn't make money there. She said, it wasn't a problem because if you added the months I was away from the USA, I would have been above the 125% line. After that, there were no issues whatsoever and my hubby signed the Part 2 of the DS-230 and his fingerprints taken. The third person was a nice gentleman who asked all the questions in German. Questions asked: What is the petitioner's name? How did you meet? When did you marry? How old is your wife? That was about it. The gentleman then asked to see photos. My husband left the photoalbum in the car!!! So, my hubby said that the photos were in the car and the gentleman said it wasn't a problem. He had enough proof and said, "Congrats, your visa was approved and will be mailed to you within a week." All in all, it took 2 hours. He went in at 7:30 and was out at 10:30. The drive to Frankfurt took longer than the whole process (4 1/2 hours!!!!). If anyone has any additional questions about the experience, just ask! Mr. and Mrs. Przy Hi and CONGRATULATIONSSSS,..!!!!!! I just want to ask you what kind of documentations yours husband had on interview?,..I ask because my wife's interview coming soon so we want to be prepared for interview,...make sure that we have everything,....Thanks and good luck,..!!!!!!! Thanks Goxi. I provided him with copies from the I-130, G-325A, I-864, DS-230 and our email copy of the DS-3032. Pretty much I just duplicated the packets I sent out to the California Service Center and the National Visa Center. I had made copies of all the packets and all the supporting documentation needed. In addition to that, he had his interview appointment letter, his passport, his 2 passport pictures and a photoalbum. His medical exam results were faxed automatically to the consulate after his medical appointment that took place on August 4. While we were well-prepared, the consulate didn't ask to see any documentation and photos were not needed. My husband was asked a couple questions and that was it. Frankfurt has been known to be a pleasant embassy and our experience can validate that. I don't know how it will be for your embassy, but I wish you luck. Just make sure bring along the copies of the documentation you already sent in, in case something got lost. Make sure you have your supporting evidence like pictures, plane tickets and such. That's about it. Let me know if you still have any questions. Thanks for answering my question,...That was enough for me,pretty much I have all documentations ready for interview I made all copies of documentation I already send,except those plane tickets,but I think I can find them to,.... And yes one more question about medical exam,...When needs to be done,I know that needs to be done before interview but when one week before or so,.?? Is there rule for that when medical exam needs to be done or ,...? Thanks again and good luck Hey Goxi - My husband had his medical on August 4 and his interview on August 13. Everything worked out perfectly. You want to make sure 1) You are able to get an appointment with the consulate doctor in time before your interview and 2) That you can either pick up the results to bring to the embassy, or check to see if the doctor can send the results to the embassy. Usually the medical exams are good for up to 6 months. The main rule regarding medical exams is that is HAS to be done by a consulate doctor. It can't just be any doctor. Other than that... your spouse could go in for medical now, if she wanted. Have he phone ahead and see how things work there. Usually the results are sent to the embassy automatically. Good luck.	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-13 22:50:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Review for CR1 Interview in Frankfurt, Germany.	QUOTE (bani @ Aug 13 2008, 07:48 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Looks great !!!.... Again, congrulations... Thanks bani and good luck to you, again!	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-13 21:52:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Review for CR1 Interview in Frankfurt, Germany.	QUOTE (Goxi82 @ Aug 13 2008, 07:33 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (przy @ Aug 13 2008, 01:24 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Hey Vjers, I just called my hubby and got all the details about his interview in Frankfurt this morning.... The arrival: He arrived at the embassy at 6:45am and they were let into the embassy at 7:30am. He showed his interview letter, passport and walked through security with the copies of documents I sent to him. Inside: He had to talk to 3 different individuals at the consulate. The first lady gathered the payment for shipping his visa to him. It was 4,00EUR for that. He had to write his name on the envelope and then she took his passport. The second lady was a real sweetheart he said. This lady looked through his paperwork and verified that everything was correct. There was only one issue that was cleared up and that was my income. I didn't have 125% to the poverty line and she asked my husband about that and he cleared up the fact that I was in Germany with him and couldn't make money there. She said, it wasn't a problem because if you added the months I was away from the USA, I would have been above the 125% line. After that, there were no issues whatsoever and my hubby signed the Part 2 of the DS-230 and his fingerprints taken. The third person was a nice gentleman who asked all the questions in German. Questions asked: What is the petitioner's name? How did you meet? When did you marry? How old is your wife? That was about it. The gentleman then asked to see photos. My husband left the photoalbum in the car!!! So, my hubby said that the photos were in the car and the gentleman said it wasn't a problem. He had enough proof and said, "Congrats, your visa was approved and will be mailed to you within a week." All in all, it took 2 hours. He went in at 7:30 and was out at 10:30. The drive to Frankfurt took longer than the whole process (4 1/2 hours!!!!). If anyone has any additional questions about the experience, just ask! Mr. and Mrs. Przy Hi and CONGRATULATIONSSSS,..!!!!!! I just want to ask you what kind of documentations yours husband had on interview?,..I ask because my wife's interview coming soon so we want to be prepared for interview,...make sure that we have everything,....Thanks and good luck,..!!!!!!! Thanks Goxi. I provided him with copies from the I-130, G-325A, I-864, DS-230 and our email copy of the DS-3032. Pretty much I just duplicated the packets I sent out to the California Service Center and the National Visa Center. I had made copies of all the packets and all the supporting documentation needed. In addition to that, he had his interview appointment letter, his passport, his 2 passport pictures and a photoalbum. His medical exam results were faxed automatically to the consulate after his medical appointment that took place on August 4. While we were well-prepared, the consulate didn't ask to see any documentation and photos were not needed. My husband was asked a couple questions and that was it. Frankfurt has been known to be a pleasant embassy and our experience can validate that. I don't know how it will be for your embassy, but I wish you luck. Just make sure bring along the copies of the documentation you already sent in, in case something got lost. Make sure you have your supporting evidence like pictures, plane tickets and such. That's about it. Let me know if you still have any questions.	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-13 21:47:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Review for CR1 Interview in Frankfurt, Germany.	QUOTE (Yiyi and Chris @ Aug 13 2008, 02:58 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Oh Przy I am soooooooo happy for you and your husband!!!! I can't wait to have my interview!!! Thanks! QUOTE (sgr @ Aug 13 2008, 03:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (przy @ Aug 13 2008, 04:50 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Steph25 @ Aug 13 2008, 12:54 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Alles Gute euch zwei. Wann kommt er denn jetzt zu dir? Vielen Dank. Ja wann der kommt weiss ich nicht so genau.. Ich denke mal Anfang September ... wenn alles gut geht. Nochma Dank. Thanks everyone for the kind replies. Did not understand single word except ...thanks ...etc on above quote .....any have My big congrats to you... She just wished us well and then asked when my husband will come to the United States. Thank you for your kinds words, sgr. QUOTE (Karin und Otto @ Aug 13 2008, 03:27 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Thank you for sharing the wonderful story... we're happy for you two.. Thank you so much! We are very happy with the outcome.	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-13 19:38:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Review for CR1 Interview in Frankfurt, Germany.	QUOTE (Steph25 @ Aug 13 2008, 12:54 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Alles Gute euch zwei. Wann kommt er denn jetzt zu dir? Vielen Dank. Ja wann der kommt weiss ich nicht so genau.. Ich denke mal Anfang September ... wenn alles gut geht. Nochma Dank. Thanks everyone for the kind replies.	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-13 16:50:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Review for CR1 Interview in Frankfurt, Germany.	Hey Vjers, I just called my hubby and got all the details about his interview in Frankfurt this morning.... The arrival: He arrived at the embassy at 6:45am and they were let into the embassy at 7:30am. He showed his interview letter, passport and walked through security with the copies of documents I sent to him. Inside: He had to talk to 3 different individuals at the consulate. The first lady gathered the payment for shipping his visa to him. It was 4,00EUR for that. He had to write his name on the envelope and then she took his passport. The second lady was a real sweetheart he said. This lady looked through his paperwork and verified that everything was correct. There was only one issue that was cleared up and that was my income. I didn't have 125% to the poverty line and she asked my husband about that and he cleared up the fact that I was in Germany with him and couldn't make money there. She said, it wasn't a problem because if you added the months I was away from the USA, I would have been above the 125% line. After that, there were no issues whatsoever and my hubby signed the Part 2 of the DS-230 and his fingerprints taken. The third person was a nice gentleman who asked all the questions in German. Questions asked: What is the petitioner's name? How did you meet? When did you marry? How old is your wife? That was about it. The gentleman then asked to see photos. My husband left the photoalbum in the car!!! So, my hubby said that the photos were in the car and the gentleman said it wasn't a problem. He had enough proof and said, "Congrats, your visa was approved and will be mailed to you within a week." All in all, it took 2 hours. He went in at 7:30 and was out at 10:30. The drive to Frankfurt took longer than the whole process (4 1/2 hours!!!!). If anyone has any additional questions about the experience, just ask! Mr. and Mrs. Przy	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-08-13 13:24:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Countdown to POE @ LAX	Here's wishing you much luck and love for your lives together! My sweety will be arriving the 26th, just days days after yours!	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-09-15 09:38:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	NOA1 to NOA2 Timeline	Thanks Kitty!	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-04-30 20:02:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	NOA1 to NOA2 Timeline	Thanks Eresh!	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-04-28 21:53:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	NOA1 to NOA2 Timeline	Just received my NOA2 today .. April 28, 2008	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-04-28 21:42:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	NOA1 to NOA2 Timeline	QUOTE (mommy&helena @ Apr 19 2008, 06:33 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (jeca @ Apr 19 2008, 08:34 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> It took you 6 months just to get NOA1!?I mean people receive their approvals in 6 months.I hope you won't have to wait much longer.Have you called them? I know it's crazy right. We haven't called them yet after receiving the NOA1. You think we should? Absolutely. It doesn't hurt to call and see what's going on with your petition. Good luck, Przy	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-04-19 20:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	NOA1 to NOA2 Timeline	I-130 sent out on Jan. 3, 2008. NOA1 received Feb. 7, 2008. Thanks. Przy	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-04-19 20:32:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Countdown begins......	WE ARE HAPPY. Thanks everyone.	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-09-30 18:11:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Countdown begins......	Thanks jimcat. It is definitely very exciting.	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-09-26 09:41:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures	Countdown begins......	In about 8 hours and 4 minutes, I will be reunited with my hubby at LAX. Let the countdown begin. Finally an end to this visa stuff (at least for about 2 years)....	przy	Not Telling	Germany	2008-09-26 09:37:00