ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresList all the children of your alien fiance question....oops?
The Dept of State visa application forms also ask for children and the beneficiary should list them at that time. It's on the DS-230 and DS-156K I think.
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-03-18 17:55:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresList all the children of your alien fiance question....oops?
I agree with Krikit. I don't think it's a big deal. I think the main reason for the children's section is to have a place to list children coming to the US and they're not going to be overly freaked out if you didn't list ones not coming. If your interviewer wants to add them to your petition packet, he can write them in. Don't rock the boat at this point since it's already done.
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-03-18 16:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSlightly Confuzzled

Nich, on the other hand, as I'm sure you get a lot, your attempt at a condescending tone is neither cute nor effective.


I wasn't commenting with the intent of putting you down. It was an opinion of your post plus what other's had suggested. Iampatricias suggested a note from your parent. Joanna suggested a bride shop appointment. I'm not putting them down either. Joanna always had good answers. I only wanted to say I don't think those are very strong evidence given you were already questioned before. Your risk is because of your length of stays and no amount of evidence might convince the one guy who will make the decision. Your planned evidence might work and it might not. You may not even be asked a thing. You might be able to talk your way through it. I certainly would try. I would even cry and plead. It's just a toss up.
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-03-24 17:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresSlightly Confuzzled
If you count the days in the US from your May 2010 to your July 2011, you are spending 60% of your time in the US. That's the problem CBP may have with you. You don't look like a tourist, but somebody trying to live in the US on VWP. You even mentioned paying a little board to you parents between visits like UK is your temp residence. So no matter if you are filing papers to immigrate, they can always think you've abused the system long enough and send you home until you get a proper visa. You don't have strong ties to the UK---job, property, investments, responsibilities. A note from Mommy or a bride shop is hardly strong if you think about it. Your best bet is to hope you're lucky, or charming enough to talk your way in. It could go either way.
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-03-24 08:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion about field in I-134 signature area ("Oath of Affirmation")
I too think it's a glitch because

  • There is nothing you could type in there that made sense.
  • The form is new (last May) and the previous version had no blank field in that spot.

Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-03-29 16:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1

do i need to send the letter to say that we still intend to marry and fo an extension?


No. If you had done nothing toward getting your things in to London and months and months went by with no action from you, then they could assume you had abandoned the case and close it. You're fine and did your part. Call DOS regularly to ask if an interview has been scheduled. Just lately London has sent out letters without postage or were delayed 3 weeks and people would not have known of their appointments had they not called DOS.

(202) 663-1225, press 1, then 0 to speak to a person.
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-04-02 10:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMedical interview questions
People were often asked about drinking ...even before police reports were taken to the medical. I remember a woman who reported her fiance was being flippant (she said) and told the doctor he would drink 10 pints on an average night out...maybe he even said more. That didn't set well with the doc who requested documentation from a psych exam, his GP etc to determine if he had a substance abuse problem. It got very complicated with an agency in the US having to evaluate his medical documentation while months dragged on. I'm not sure if he ever got the visa.

I think the fact that the doctor seemed satisfied with 5 pints/week and didn't ask for medical follow up means you're good to go.
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-04-04 13:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1
@Patricklove-- What state?

An international driving permit gives you ZERO authority to drive. It is a translation book for licenses not written in the native language of where you will be driving. You might need one to go to France, but since the US and the UK share the same language (sort of), you won't need one.

Insurance varies by state and company. My husband was added to State Farm in Texas before he had a Texas license. Have your fiance/wife call her agent for the correct answer on insurance.

Edited by Nich-Nick, 07 April 2011 - 06:59 PM.

Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-04-07 18:54:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTime Estimate

where can i find the united kingdom forum?x


Click on Forums in the menu bar, then scroll way, way, way down to Regional Discussion. Click United Kingdom.

http://www.visajourn...united-kingdom/
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-04-12 15:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTime Estimate

How long is the process from the time you get your NOA2 to the time you get your visa and can move over to the U.S ? My fiance is from Scotland and we filed with Vermont, its been five months and were still waiting for our NOA2, havnt heard anything from them since November 12,2010....


This is compiled from everybody UK who has kept up their VJ timelines.

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Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-04-12 07:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVisa Transfer ??

Really?

My AOS application was sent to California just after I got my biometrics here in VT. I assumed it was because our K1 was processed in California?? (our location changed from Alaska at time of filing K1, to Vermont after it was approved)

The status of my application hasn't changed since it went to California. How long does it usually take from transfer, do you know?

Helen


For AOS, the transfer is normally to your local USCIS office where you would go in for an interview. If yours was sent to CSC, then they will review it there and approve without an interview. In a few rare cases they decide they can't approve at CSC and send it back to go to your local office.

They say it's to speed up processing, but ours sat untouched at CSC for 4 1/2 months. Not a touch or update after the transfer. The greencard arrived in the mail one day, but there was no approval email or touch or status change...just a surprise in the mailbox. It shows you can't always depend on case status online.

Edited by Nich-Nick, 12 April 2011 - 10:49 PM.

Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-04-12 22:48:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion about London/UK Courier
My fiance's was supposed to be delivered on a Monday. I waited all day in the house and finally called them late in the day. The truck had broken down in the morning so the rest of Monday's deliveries weren't going to be done. It came after 4 PM on Tuesday. Point is, if we had a flight the day after they said it was out for delivery, we would have missed the flight. Another person I know got the visa and either her name or a date was wrong. She had to send it back to London via courier to get it corrected. Stuff happens. The only sure thing is having it in hand before making plans.
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-04-14 06:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance background check
They do not look at the British person's financial situation unless he presents it to them to be considered. They don't check his financial history or debt.
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-04-18 15:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresPOE K1 interview

Hey everyone.

I'm flying out in 8 days (may 1st) and just had a couple questions about the POE experience.

1: is it: Get off plane -> go to customs -> go to interview -> get luggage/meet fiancee


Get off plane -> go to immigration -> get visa/brown envelope processed (maybe in the line, maybe in another room) -> get luggage -> go to customs, turn in green form -> meet fiancee


Immigration and customs are separate things. Immigration lets you in. Customs lets your stuff in.
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-04-23 17:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Beneficiary

Hi, Can anyone tell me do I need a copy of all of the paperwork sent to VSC to take with me (Beneficiary) for Interview when it arises? Also I have never been married but The Petitioner has, do I need a notorized copy of his divorce certificate?

Kind regards :luv:


No and No in London. Nor any additional proof of your relationship.

This page is your London instructions (Packet 3) http://london.usembassy.gov/iv_15.html

This is the detailed list of what to bring to the interview http://london.usemba..._documents.html
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-04-24 16:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDS-156k UK
DS-xxx forms in the mail to London. It's in the instructions (website link) in the letter you got from London. Step One tells you the forms and which to send duplicates of.

All personal documents go to the interview and are not mailed in.


Maybe your lawyer didn't explain--

US citizen files a PETITION with USCIS to be allowed to bring their fiance to the US.

UK fiance applies for a VISA based on an approved petition. Until London gets your application for the visa (DS-xxx forms), there is nothing to interview you about. The ball is in your court to apply for a K1 visa. Your case is no longer with USCIS. Dept of State is currently in charge because Embassies are under them.
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-04-25 16:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 interview London Question!!

Really?? He looked it up just now and said it said 830 on the website.. and yes of course he needs it :)


Their website has always said that but people who have been there early say it's 7:20-7:30 that they open. Here's March interview review bits by three different people who mention dropping off the phone first and being at the embassy at 7:30-7:40.--

the pharmacy litterally is 30 seconds from the embassy, and when they opened at 7 25,i was there, and out by 7 30. only cost £3. which is great considering they could charge what they like.


saw Gould's chemist to the right and went and dropped off my phone for £3.00 I also asked for two more photos as I was a little worried that I might need them (I didn't) but for £4.00 better safe than sorry.
Arrived at the embassy at 7:30am they were already letting people in, so the line moved quite quickly,


Our appointment was at 9am, but following the advice of other VJers we arrived at the embassy early after locking our phones up at Goulds (£3) about 200 yards away.
We got to the embassy at about 7.40am and there was already a queue outside to get in, mostly teenagers going to Camp America etc


Edited by Nich-Nick, 26 April 2011 - 12:45 AM.

Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-04-26 00:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK-1 interview London Question!!

Hey everyone! My fiances interview is WEDNESDAY (wow it came FAST!)

It is scheduled for 8:30 AM and we just realized GOULDS pharmacy doesn't open until 8:30 AM... :help:

What's he supposed to do with his phone etc!?!?!? ahhh help! He's going alone, so no one can hold on to it for him or anything, and London is a 45 min train ride out so he will need his phone on him for safety.


Gould's opens around 7:20 am. Of course he needs his phone....to call or text you with the good news!
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-04-25 20:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedurespolice certificates uk
The ACPO certificate (link in above post) is all that is accepted. It's good for 12 months even if it says somewhere on the website 6 months.

Edited by Nich-Nick, 28 April 2011 - 09:08 PM.

Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-04-28 21:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVisting US while waiting for NOA2...EASY!

So wait..I am visiting my fiance in 2.5 weeks :dance: but I am absolutely nervous about POE interrogation. Should I not mention that he is my fiance? I will be staying with him. I have my ties to UK paperwork in order but I don't think I have much to go on. Just a letter from my employer, return ticket, driving test confirmation and travel insurance for 2 weeks. I don't even know if this will suffice but hmm...any advice? My POE is in dublin by the way.


First of all, a short trip isn't as suspicious as people who go for 90 days and after a month go back for another 90 days. There's so many differences in people and their trips and individual CBP officers that it's hard to predict with one exact answer.

Answer questions truthfully and briefly. Example:

What is the purpose of your trip?
1.) I'm on holiday
2.) I'm visiting my fiance and we're going to get married in august and I'm going to move here and I hope it doesn't rain on my wedding day and I hope I get a job quickly......

#1 answered the question. #2 is volunteering information.

#1 might get the response "Have a nice trip." and that's it.
If they ask you directly if you have a fiance, then of course tell them. And relax and smile. Nervous people look suspicious. And don't pack more than is appropriate for your holiday. Don't bring things that would look like you're moving or job hunting.

Edited by Nich-Nick, 28 April 2011 - 08:00 AM.

Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-04-28 07:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresVisting US while waiting for NOA2...EASY!

From my wife's visit down to Seattle from Vancouver last weekend...

First question - where are you going?
To see my husband

Where does he work?
HP
What visa is he on?
He doesn't have a visa

DING DING - she said she could see the bells going off inside the POE officers head


There's another correct way to answer that first question.

Where are you going?
To see my husband To Seattle for the weekend

Maybe the questioning and the bells going off would have gone differently.
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-04-28 05:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Beneficiary

What if the divorce decree is missing from the file?

The VJ Guide suggests that you have a complete copy of the file along with originals/certified copies of the "important" documents such as birth certificates, divorce decrees, etc. in case there is a problem with missing/lost documents. Better to be over prepared and carry unneeded papers then have a delay while a problem is sorted out.


VJ Guides may suggest it but London guides (instructions) do not. Don't you think VJ is covering the whole world with one guide, when each consulate sets up their own plan for logistics? I have never known London to ask for the USCs documents (birth, divorce) in hundreds of couples/interviews in the last three years. London seems to be very different from many consulates in that they do not look at any relationship evidence. You don't have to provide a tax return if you've got other proof of income. You can provide a do-it-yourself affidavit instead of an I-134. The UK beneficiary can self-support with no US sponsor's affidavit. I seriously believe that London is not out to repeat the USCIS's job. An approved K1 petition means the couple has proven they have a relationship and have met in person; they have documented they are free to marry and intend to marry. London is all about the beneficiary meeting visa requirements with his/her documents including UK decree absolute, proof of identity, an approvable medical exam and police record, and financial support. The actual interview part of the morning in London is a 3 minute chat that's more like small-talk with a person you just met at a cocktail party or the local coffee shop. All the fretters walk out saying "That was it?"
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-04-29 12:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Beneficiary

Thank you. How about proof of assests? :unsure:


Everything London wants you to bring to the interview is listed on their website. Maybe you could just read the whole page instead of asking one by one. http://london.usemba..._documents.html

That's it for London. It's different from what other consulates may do. Advice from other countries at the embassy stage of your processmay may not be true in London.
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-04-29 08:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Beneficiary

Hi, do I (beneficiary) need a notorized copy of the petitioner's divorce papers to take to interview?


NO. Positive. Above poster is from Oz--not UK.

Edited by Nich-Nick, 29 April 2011 - 08:12 AM.

Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-04-29 08:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresTax return, affidavit, evidence of engage

This wiki is specific for UK inbetween NOA2 and interview.

http://www.visajourn...London_Embassy.

It has a link to Nich-Nick guide as well, which is super helpful. Don't stress, you are almost there, you will be fine :) :D


Unfortuntely the UK wiki is a bit out of date now. The only link I know from me is a map I created. My K1 guide is no longer available.

The best information about the rest of your process is on the London website. If you will take time to study it and click all the links including those in the left and right columns, you will know what they want, all about the medical, fees, what to send in, how to get a police certificate, what to bring to the interview, and how to pay for the visa in advance.

Start here http://london.usembassy.gov/iv_15.html (Step by step plus the forms are on that page)

Documents to bring to the interview here http://london.usemba..._documents.html (It's a link in Step Two of the start page) Those documents listed are ALL they want. They do not list new letter of intent, engagement proof, relationship proof, Skype, chats, emails, or photos showing you are in love. They WILL NOT look at it even if you bring it. Bring the documents they list to the interview depite what the DS-156K form says about mailing them in. London wants them brought in person to the interview, rather than mailed with the DS-156K.
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-04-28 21:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDriving in the US
You need Texas specific information because each state varies. Some suggestions:

  • Get you SSN about 2 weeks after entry. There's a VJ guide about that.
  • Go to the closest DPS office and get the free yellow book to study for your test. It's easier than trying to read from the online version. Pay attention to the first part of the book geared toward teen drivers and penalties for various offenses. The written (computer) test has a number of questions like "What is the penalty for....." My husband skipped most of that since he's not under 21 and barely passed the test.
  • Practice parallel parking. Use a turn signal to indicate you are going to park even though you'll be tested in the parking lot of the DPS office.

In Texas, since Oct 1 2008, they were not allowing tests or permits to K1s until you at least got your EAD. But I think that's been recently revised and maybe your NOA letter after filing AOS may get you a temporary visitor's license. After you get a greencard you can go back and upgrade to a regular 6 year license (for a fee of course.)

Take the following document to the DPS just in case the worker is still under the assumption that your I-94 needs at least 6 months (K1 has 90 days) or that you need an EAD card showing one year.

http://www.txdps.sta...StatusChart.pdf

See page 3: Applicants for adjustment of status
"This documentation can include, but is not limited to a form I-797 indicating a pending I-485 or pending application for adjustment of status." That's the latest and greatest news for new K1 Texans.

And finally, if you have a UK license, you can drive on it in Texas as a visitor for 12 months. Just say you are visiting and not a resident when you get pulled over by state or local cops. They will not understand US immigration laws, especially the K1 process. You aren't actually a resident of the US until you get your greencard so I think calling yourself a visitor is okay. My husband drove on his UK license for several months until he got EAD which was required at the time to get a TX license.
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-04-30 11:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduressenatorial expedite help at consulate K-1 visa
The quickest way through London is if you've already got your London things done. A senator can't help if you're the hold up. The day London logs your case..BAM! he sends his things in.
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-04-30 07:10:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMEDICAL - ITS SO CONFUSING

Hi everyone,

My fiance and I have been bantering back and forth about this stupid medical that he needs to the K1 visa....and I am SOOOO confused. I have wrote questions about this before and dont seem to be able to grasp it.


You can get a K1 visa without immunizations. Many NHS doctors provide them at no charge, but they can charge since it's for immigration. You can get them at the visa medical in London but they also charge (unlike in Manila as posted above.) Or you can wait until you file AOS and pay to get shots in the US plus pay a civil surgeon to write them on an I-693 form.

The long list is mostly for babies and children because the shots are not age appropriate for adults. Most UK adults get just two shots.

Age 19 and older
  • Td or Tdap or DT or DTP or DTaP (boosted in the last 10 years)
  • MMR
  • Varicella (or a history of having chickenpox) Knightsbridge takes your word for it.

Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-05-04 08:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit of support....PENSION

Again thanks guys.....what is acceptable proof of being a us citizen? he doesn't have a passport?


Birth certificate showing born in the USA. I'm not positive if London is strict on this, but you will need it for AOS and the I-864 for sure.
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-05-04 11:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit of support....PENSION
2010 tax return is enough and not 3 years. London has been very lenient lately and only taken employer letters from some people. They don't actually require a tax return at all with other proofs, unlike when you submit an I-864 with AOS. I would take 2010 tax and the pension starement. Don't forget to have proof that Dad is a US citizen or resident.
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-05-03 15:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit of support....PENSION
Agree. There will be some kind of paperwork from the teacher retirement system informing him of his benefits. Or he can probably request a statement of benefits. That is used like an employer letter.
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-05-03 12:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI-129 Fee

Hi -
I'm starting to look over the first of many papers to get the fiance over; already confused :lol:

The I-129F instructions I have are dated 14-June-2010 and list the filing fee at USD455. The USCIS website lists the I-129F filing fee at USD340 (for 23-Nov-2010 edition but 14-June-2010 edition is also accepted).

Which is correct?


Fees changed 11/23/10 and most went up, but I-129F is lower. The USCIS Forms page is a good place to find current fees and the most recent form versions.
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-05-05 08:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Process, return to foreign country and more

Self employed people do not have employer letters or pay stubs. They DO need at least one tax return as the number from line 22 is what is considered their "Current Income".


I meant the letter he mentioned he could get from the person who contracts him and is his sole source of income and also the receipts he mentions.

I am sure that my employer (read: exclusive client) can provide a letter stating my salary, but I would not have any W-2 forms to provide alongside with it, since I am not technically an employee. I can provide receipt printouts though.


London has approved people (even recently) without tax returns. They want proof of income but do not require a tax return. You can even do a do-it-yourself affidavit for London, but it's easier to fill out the I-134 than construct a proper affidavit. And a beneficiary can self-sponsor without any affidavit. It's pretty flexible as long as you can show them the money.
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-05-08 14:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Process, return to foreign country and more
Just a couple of comments--

For London you do NOT have to have a tax return or W2. Just prove you make over the $18K with the employer letter and pay receipts. DO NOT get a co-sponsor or another job as suggested. Not needed. The financials go to her interview so not an immediate concern.

For London you do NOT have to present any proof of your relationship at the interview. Your proof will go in with the I-129F to USCIS and you are mainly proving
  • you are free to marry (so divorce papers if necessary)
  • you intend to marry (letters of intent from both)
  • you have met in person within the last two years (passport stamps showing you to the UK, maybe ATM or charge purchases on your bill showing you in her town)

Facebook isn't hard proof of those things. A couple of photos together is nice. USCIS isn't so concerned with reading love letter emails, but wants something proving those basic requirements. Again, London is different from other consulates--no proofs of relationship needed at interview.
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-05-08 09:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWorried and really nervous!
You don't show the income proofs until the interview. If you tried really hard, the interview is likely 2 months after NOA2. If you take it at the normal pace London intends, then longer than that....more like 4 months.

So instead of trying to rush the system, you wait until London mails your letter giving instructions that you may apply for the visa. Then you take 2-3 weeks before you mail in your forms. Then 3 weeks more before you mail in your readiness for interview form. Then they still wait on your medical so don't have it so fast. You can easily add two additional months to the process by slowly sending your things in. You could have that full employment letter by an October/November interview.
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-05-12 22:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresDS-156
Visa Journey has example forms filled in that may help you. See the lighter blue menu bar.

http://www.visajourn...ontent/examples
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-05-15 07:11:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI - 797, Notice of Action in and now under review!

The USCIS emaile - a letter is out today for more evidence. On hold till then. SIGH.


Wow. What an unfortunate delay. And how can your fiance reply to an RFE from Iraq? There is a special military helpline within USCIS to assist soldiers who are deployed. I know I've seen a number posted for this before.

Here, found a link http://www.uscis.gov...000b92ca60aRCRD

Edited by Nich-Nick, 12 May 2011 - 11:40 AM.

Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-05-12 11:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI - 797, Notice of Action in and now under review!

Does anyone know what this means? Will there be a hold up?


You can call the Dept of State and ask if your petition was returned to USCIS and if so why. I sounds like that happened but I don't remember anybody reporting that before. Don't bother calling the embassy. They won't give you any real information and they charge a fee to talk to you.

DOS (202) 663-1225, press 1, then 0 to speak to a person

Report back what you find out because it sounds a bit odd and would be good to hear feedback on what happened.
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-05-02 15:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow do I know when our file has gotten to the consulate?

Hi all,
My fiance is from england and we received our approval on the 25th of april. We know that it has been to the NVC and has left as of may 3rd but how do we know when the consulate in London has received the file?


The consulate will send a letter to your fiance telling him they are ready to receive his visa application. That's the official way you will know. Or you can make all those phone calls if you can't wait for the letter.
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-05-14 08:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresShould I go ahead and send my packet 3?

the nvc case number is different to the embassys case number if i remember right it all depends on the embassy, for the london embassy it is something like LND2011###### i think thats how they do it the ####### seem to be random numbers


It is the NVC that assigns the LND number.

NVC number = Embassy case number = DOS case number

USCIS case number ? Embassy case number


Nutchaya--I've already told you what I think you should do and where that DOS number is.

have your fiance call Dept of State in the US at no premium fee


London has a standard procedure to mail you a letter when they are ready. If you choose to do it sooner, then do so at your own risk. People have told you ways to save time, but if you don't have other things in place you aren't going to get an interview faster. So far we don't know anything but you have an LND number and you case is probably in London. What else have you done for the London part of the process?
Nich-NickNot TellingUnited Kingdom2011-05-16 12:20:00