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IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

Just logon here ceac.state.gov/IV/Login.aspx and you will notice a different interface. I can see that the IV is complete and the AOS is still ongoing :)

I get the same thing when I us the link...  It takes me back every time

 

 

I  sooooooooo want to call right now...  I know for sure my AOS said Paid today... And I just happened to check again because it was posted here  again...  The N/A for the AOS instead of paid is not clickable either.     I have to wait  to call because if I don't get an update, I'll want to call later  ....


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 18:08:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

Just noticed that the CEAC website has been updated. You can now follow if your case is complete or not!  :idea:

where Steve?


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 17:42:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

I checked  earlier today and my CEAC showed both fees being paid and the DS260 as completed

NOW.... the AOS fee shows N/A instead of paid.. I'm not freaking out..  Just  reporting the change..      LucyBelle..... didn't this happen to you recently?

 

 

I don't see where you can see if you're CC  but I'll look again


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 17:40:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

 

Thanks!!!  :goofy:  :goofy:

 

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Called to confirm- CASE COMPLETE on May 31 (Saturday!)

 

Wooooo

AWESOME.... that makes me want to call tonight around 10pm.  


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 17:32:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

Just got a whatsapp from my esposo

 

CASE COMPLETE :goofy:  :goofy:  :goofy: 

 

Call LifeonHold!!!!!!!!!

 

(I want to scream and cry and can't because I'm in the middle of class!!!  AHHHHHH)

AMAZING   GOOD FOR YOU  


FINALLY !!!    CONGRATS....    That means MAY 7th is being reviewed.... 



LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 14:18:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

 

 

 

I figured your tax preparer would say something like that. Just like Sukie said, whatever their reason may be (clueless, lazy), tax preparers mostly use their online filing software and most of this programs require that you put a SSN or ITIN for your spouse. In this situations, it is recommended to file taxes manually and submit via snail mail and just type "NRA" (non-resident alien) for your husband's SSN. At this point, just do the amendment and send it via mail to the IRS. If you are not comfortable doing it yourself and you do not want to deal with this person anymore, take all your tax docs to another preparer and explain your situation and you need them to do. Again, do not let them tell you it cannot be done.

 

Not sure about being claimed in your parents' taxes and how it would affect everything. Unfortunately, I'm not too familiar with that aspect and I would hate to give you bad advice. Other members might chime in on that. However, you should be able to get everything done in the next few days and it should not delay your process.

 

 

Good luck!

I have a question....  After reading all this TAX HUB-BUB... has anyone filed single and got denied at the interview??    I didn't file married , I filed HoH as I always do and mine was accepted No Problem.    I just want to know what the big friggin deal is... all they really want to know is if you make enough money , right?   I mean... is it really worth all this hassle of filing married when they aren't even living in the US and don't have a SS#???    I don't mean to sound like a wise-a$$.. I just have been wondering this for a long time. 

 

For me personally, I'm not filing married until he is here and is working and has a SS#. 


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 12:34:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

Anyone with a May 5th scan date left that hasn't had their package reviewed yet?

 

I can only call after 6pm anyway, but I am not sure it's even worth it. 

If you don't call today, I'm calling for you !!  :rofl:  


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 12:28:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

Husband was on hold for 40 mins to NVC already today, and had to hang up to go to work! So we'll try again tomorrow...

You're up Katie !!   You should get good news when you call !!  GOOD LUCK..  I am a day after you !!


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 12:25:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

 

That's strange since they're now faster when it comes to assigning case numbers.  I just got my case number in 23 days.  It used to take 5 weeks a couple of months ago.   :no:

 

I thought there were fewer people at the NVC stage compared to 2-3 months ago?   :huh2:

the USCIS has been approving files in 5 months. Apparently the NVC got a little backlogged.

 

I got my case number the same day it was received.. You can never tell what they will do next... but as far as reviewing documents... they have slowed down lately.


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 11:08:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

 

I haven't called yet. Not sure I have the courage to call anymore.

CALL CALL CALL  I wanna hear your good news !!


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 11:00:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

 

Geeze, me too! ;)

 

But I think if the N/A thing is true then I don't have it yet.  I'm waiting for review of IV packet and it still says "paid".  AOS has been approved.

I don't think the NA has anything to do with anything... They reported computer glitches ever since they rolled out the new format.  I would assume if they are having the IT dept fix things it may throw things off.  


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 10:57:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

I was just wondering what a false or true checklist is? I see lots of people have received a some sort of checklists, are you guys calling the NVC to see if they are missing any documents, or just receiving an email from them? My in-laws supporting documents for IV and AOS were scanned on 5/23/14 and I have called NVC few times since then to see if they are missing any documents?. The only answer I get is to get them 30 business days. for most of the cases I see on this thread and the thread for MAY, NVC took close to 15 business days to approve the AOS and IV applications. Since I have not received a checklist yet (or any type of communication), do you think we might not be missing any documents? 

you have to wait until they review your documents. Right now it looks like they are reviewing May 7th. 

 

It used to take 2 weeks but its taking 3-4 now. 


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 10:55:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

 

Yup I'm having him call from skype.  That's the way I always have to call!

 

 

if only he had internet in the house.  They don't even own a computer.  He has internet on his cell but Skype always shuts down...   Not consistant enough to make a phone call.  Plus I just can't picture my husband sitting on hold for 30 minutes. He would get annoyed

 

I don't mind calling . 


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 09:59:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

Just finished speaking with NVC.

 

Case completed TODAY!!!!

 

According to the lady, I'll get an e-mail with what i'll be needing to take, they were trying to schedule me to a June interview, but the Paris Embassy has filled all the available ones, so July here i go?! Hopefully.

 

Now i'll be just waiting calmly (not really) for the e-mail with what i'll be need to take for the interview and the interview data.

 

Thank you to all of you,  specially: Saylin and LifeonHold.

 

And to all waiting hope all goes fast for you!

WELL  CONGRATS !! !!!  How exciting

 

 

Thats awesome  MAY 7th. I knew they were talking ####### about May 5th.    


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 09:49:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

 

My income for 2012 was a NEGATIVE number because I lost money in the stock market.  So yes, it can definitely be 0 or negative. :)

 

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Here's my instructions for my esposo to call today.  It's the first time he's calling.  I think we all know the process too well when we can write step by step instructions like this::

 

I would have my husband  call  if it didn't cost so much from his house.  Please let us know what he finds out. 

 

Today they told me they are working on May 5th and I think that is #######.  We  have seen a May 7th review from Saturday...

 

GOOD LUCK !! 


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 09:47:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

 

 

I think they have a staff meeting every morning and agree on a date to use, someone forgot to update the calendar LOL

Someone with a May 7th document was approved on Saturday!

 

I'm glad you got someone nice! I've never talked to Bruce. I'm sticking with the night shifft, though lol

I don't think they are even that organized. They probably get an email notification of what is going on. That would explain the inconsistancies. Some read it and others don't.

 

Bruce was much more than just nice.  He was great !! I was all ready to have it out with Joy.    HEE HEE

 

I'll call back tonight or maybe even 6pm.   It depends on how long  I can hold back .. 


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 08:58:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

Nothing yet, but I talked to a really nice guy Named Bruce.. he had an accent.   REALLY NICE GUY !

 

He said give them a couple more days and volunteered MAY 5th as the day they are working on.  I feel like they are a little beyond the 5th.  Since they were working on May 5th 2 Friday's ago.  


Edited by LoveMyTico, 02 June 2014 - 08:53 AM.

LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 08:51:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

ditto here.  I'm a may 7th also and my sos changed to na this weekend( I Just haven't received ANY checklist whatsoever).  I'll be calling in the evening.

Im MAY 8th, I'm on hold now....   

I guess we'll find out if they made some decent head-way over the weekend.

 

My CEAC status has not changed.. Both invoices show PAID and the DS260 shows as COMPLETED.


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 08:27:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

when they checklisted me for a police certificate, I called and challenged them because it is not required at the NVC for a Police Cert for Costa Rica. They told me I was correct and they initiated a supervisor review. That only took a day or two. 


Edited by LoveMyTico, 02 June 2014 - 08:22 AM.

LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 08:21:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

Hello All...

 

I recently received a checklist from NVC stating that they needed the beneficiaries Birth Certificate.....I called them up today and spoke to a representative about it....I told her that per their website travel.state.gov and under my country's civil documents it is allowed to substitute a BC for a individual record sheet and that i had attached an original copy of that and also that i mentioned it on my cover letter (goes to show you that they dont even read that :( )

 

 

She said that I am correct and as long as I have attached an original individual record sheet that I should be fine and that she will have someone look into it from the revision department....

 

is this gonna be like a 1 week thing or more like a month thing....has anything like this ever happen to anyone ...

 

 

 

 

Thanks

when they checklisted me for a police certificate, I called and challeged them because it is not required at the NVC for a Police Cert for Costa Rica. They told me I was correct and they initiated a supervisor review. That only took a day or two. 


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 08:07:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

 

My partner's tax transcript doesn't show any line numbers.   :huh2:

 

I guess I'm using the amount at "Wages, Salaries, Tips, Etc" at Income.   :star:

 

Please tell me if it's No! No! No! No! That's NOT correct!   :no:

line 22 is from the actual 1040.  I can't remember which line from the transcript.   sorry :(


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 08:02:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

 

Thank you and others who stepped in with the right information... I was lying in bed this morning reading through my notification emails, saw the post where someone stated the I-864EZ requires adjusted gross, and literally said aloud "No! NO!!" :lol: This issue is covered so often in this thread, there's no reason for anyone to use the wrong number! 

 

Ok, it's the first full week after the holiday. NVC ought to be fully staffed again and they better start cranking out good news. Good luck everyone!!
 

OMG, I was lying in bed this morning saying the same thing...  OMG, NO NO NO that is NOT correct.....   :rofl:  that is too funny !!

 

just remember LINE 22. from the 1040.    

 

 

 

LET'S GO NVC....  KICK THEM OUT TODAY !!!


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 07:18:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

another month and it has gotten worst ! husband and I been fighting like we hate each other :( he had asked for the divorce a million times then we been trying to make it up and we can't be good w.o fighting every 2 min :( idk wat to do anymore i love him but he doesn't seem to care about this anymore! when we fight he left our case out as if he was doing it to hurt me he doesn't wants to cll nvc or do anything! we already paid the I864 fee and thats all we have done we are in troubles besides fighting everyday he had to amend his taxes and now he haven got the amid tax back so we can't even put together the AAOS PACKAGE :(

 not to mention he owns IRS $300.00 for filling wrong his taxes : :(  this sucks almost two years of this bs and we are losing it ! someone help me do we  need the amend forms to send the package  :crying:

 

my heart goes out to you...


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 07:15:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

 

Thank you for replying LoveMyTico! I really appreciate it!

 

I'm not sure if you're the one who answered it before but should the total income be the one written on the I-864EZ form (question 19) or should it be the adjusted gross income?

 

Thank you so much! :)

OK, alot of people answered this incorrectly...

 

If the 1040 was filed, you have to use LINE 22 ( TOTAL INCOME)  if you use any other number they will check list you.   

 

 

You said you filed the 1040... LINE 22 from the 1040 is the number you have to use..... check and double check....   GOOD LUCK !!!!!


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 06:11:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

In 8 minutes... NVC customer reps open! I'm sure there are some itchy dialers today! All the best and good luck to everyone! 

I'm waiting til about 10 am to call.  I have meetings this morning.   I am really curious to see if they actually worked over the weekend.  

 

 

 

NVC..... please be finished reviewing MAY 8th.. PLEASE OH PLEASE !!!


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-02 06:06:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

its almost time to go to sleep....  Getting ready for tomorrow !! 

 

GOOD LUCK TO EVERYBODY THIS COMING WEEK.

 

 

 


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-01 19:49:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

HI everyone, we found out that we got a checklist for our AOS through a phone call with NVC. 

 

My question is, can we submit the revised I-864 form using the previous barcoded cover sheet or should we wait for the email?

 

Thank you very much!

Yes,  it will save valuable time.   I did it and everything was fine.


Our I130 approval was May 29th, so I'll follow this thread. Lawyer says 30 days to get a case number from NVC - is this the case, or can I call earlier and get one from them??
Lawyer has all the documents ready for NVC except for my police clearance certificate, which I will go and get tomorrow. (apparently only takes a couple of days, according to local RCMP office).

Glad this long and very stressful stage of the process is done with!

Peace all.

(also, can someone tell me how to get my font and emoticon options back? They're all greyed out?)

:)








Start off by reading the information in the first post on this thread .  The NVC WIKI is awesome.


Edited by LoveMyTico, 01 June 2014 - 07:52 PM.


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-01 19:46:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

Hey can I ask, what's the point of tracking your package going from NVC to the embassy? Is there any point besides people just wanting to make a million percent sure there aren't any problems? 

just for  piece of mind  knowing where the package is !  Some might want to change their interview appointment and they can't do that until the package is at the embassy.  I have spent so my months not knowing the status of my file... I'll be tracking mine.  The embassy told my husband it moves super fast once they get it.  


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-01 07:12:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

SUKIE, LucyBelle, LifeonHold   We are all up this week !

 

As  much as I HATE my job,  I am wishing for  Monday to come super fast.   A CC will brighten my day !

 

 

Can't wait to see this thread Blow Up this coming week.


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-01 06:26:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

 

i want this weekend to fly by, i'm looking forward to monday :wacko:

ME TOO


HELL0 NVC FILERS,

 

My husband and I just f0und 0ut 2day that we've been appr0ved :)

 

just l00king f0rward 2 j0ining u guys in the next stage.

its Saturday... how did you find out?? did you get an email?


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-05-31 21:01:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

 

Saylin,  I put my case number in and I get this message saying my case is in process of termination... what do I do!?! :o. (JK)  :rofl:

 

 

I hope this is the last thread for us, observatorka, lucybelle, Lovemytico, lifeonhold, and plenty of other people who have been hanging around here...!! Hope this week brings a lot of good news for a lot of people! 

I have my "positive" hat on today...  Next week there will be alot of CC's  I can feel it !!  Even my husband is being positive....

 

 

RAH RAH RAH     :rofl:

 

 

Just wait..... Monday will be glorious !!!! :thumbs:

 

 I Might just call 3 times on Monday.. :secret:


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-05-31 13:45:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

Had a nightmare last night where NVC didn't accept my certified copy and checklisted me again and I had to wait until the end of June for a supervisor review.

 

Ugghh :cry:

You won't get check listed again   DON'T WORRY !!

 

you know.... you can ask to speak to a supervisor too..  I have spoken to a supervisor twice... but call at night. They are nicer.


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-05-31 13:09:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

PLEASE HELP!!!

 

I just got the attached error when I signed in to see if my AOS fees were filled out. I submitted the DS 261 just a few seconds ago!!


Someone please help. Why does it say my case is in the process of termination???


if you read the NVC WIKI you won't be freaking out anymore   


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-05-31 13:06:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

I see learning how to use the multiquote option has been beneficial to you haha.

its like a new toy !!!!  hahaha  


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-05-31 10:27:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

Hoping for a smooth nvc journey this month without checklists :D

 

GOOD LUCK !!! You waited too long 

JUNE IS MY LUCKY MONTH!! I FEEL IT!! COME ON INTERVIEW DATE!!!!!

SOON SOON SOON !!!

 

 

And no offense to you but I was hoping to not see you in June :P I give you one week then you must leave!

 

AHHHHH I hope you're right.  I love the people here I just hate the circumstances..HA HA    I am pulling for so many people here. I'll be stalking after I get my CC. I can't just drop off .  I will be visiting regularly. Maybe I can help someone .

 

Here we go! I'm hoping this is my last NVC thread!

Of course, I'll come back and visit from time to time :-)

GOOD LUCK GIRLIE   !! 

 

My Husband  is so pissed .  why the NVC its so hard to contact ????

we keep calling and calling but is always busy . what is the best hour or how. its been 3 weeks now?   or wait till 30 days ? 

 

You have to get your finger ready to press redial several times.  Sometimes I get through on the first try, other  times I have to hit redial 25 times.  And once you get through, you are on hold.   My shortest hold time was 18 minutes and longest was like an hour and 5 minutes. 

 

ugh...here we go again...I have a love/hate relationship with this june thread. lol

Love/Hate    hahahahaha  yep !!


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-05-31 09:51:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

Well, here we go for one more month.   I hope next week is my week. I want to move to the interview thread.  No Offense !


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-05-31 08:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsAOS help and question

try reading this.. http://www.visajourn...php/NVC_Process

 


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-29 22:14:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApproved shockingly quick? what does it mean

Another question.  About two weeks after we got married we found out we were pregnant. Now, the baby is due around November 29. Is there any chance I can request an expedite process becuase we want the baby to be born in the US?

I really want to be present when our baby is born (its our first baby ever, and she is not taking pregnancy very well so who knows how many more we will have) and although I have a visitor visa, I dont wanna risk being denied entry because our pending immigration process...

Anyone knows if that can be subject to expedite the process?

Anyone knows more about traveling with visitor visa to the US while pending immigration requests?

 

Thank you everyone.

 


Another question.  About two weeks after we got married we found out we were pregnant. Now, the baby is due around November 29. Is there any chance I can request an expedite process becuase we want the baby to be born in the US?

I really want to be present when our baby is born (its our first baby ever, and she is not taking pregnancy very well so who knows how many more we will have) and although I have a visitor visa, I dont wanna risk being denied entry because our pending immigration process...

Anyone knows if that can be subject to expedite the process?

Anyone knows more about traveling with visitor visa to the US while pending immigration requests?

 

Thank you everyone.

 


Pregnancy is not a reason to expedite.


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-06-09 19:12:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril 2013 I-130 Filers

In april a got my approval and still waiting to transfer my docs to nvc
But on 5/5 uscis says

On May 5, 2014, we shipped this approved or re-affirmed case to the Department of State for visa processing. For more information, please contact them directly.

Does this mean NVC or other place !????????
And how to contact them !???





Yes, you are on your way to the NVC.  Come join us on the NVC MAY thread.   Read the first post and all the links so you will have a better idea of what to expect. !! especially yhe NVC WIKI created by Saylin.


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-05-06 10:58:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsApril 2013 I-130 Filers

Heyyyyy gays
I wonder what after approval ??
I want to know the details after the approval
1-The required applications
2- The required fees
Everyyyyyyyy small detail plzzzzz




Join the NVC thread and read the links int he first post by Saylin. Especially the WIKI.  it explains everything.  You have to read it many times to understand everything.


LoveMyTicoFemaleCosta Rica2014-04-30 06:39:00