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IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresInterview tomorrow
I am off to London today to be ready for my interview tomorrow. I am so excited. I have everything (i think) lol.

I'll let you know Friday.

I hope they all have the Friday feeling at the embassy!! (crunchie advert)

Kris i'll see you there, lets just hope it's not raining!!!

ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-25 03:32:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPOE - NEW YORK
QUOTE (Nita&Assaad @ Sep 24 2008, 12:30 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Yes I LOVE IT!!! I work in Emeryville...

Do you know the Bay Area?

Nita

QUOTE (ROCA @ Sep 23 2008, 03:37 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
So are you guys based in the bay area?

ROCA



A little. I stayed with friends when i was travelling for a year, up in Portola valley. My husband was living in Atherton at the time (before we were married) that where we met.
I will be living north bay when i return, Corte Madera.
I love the bay area. It is so beautiful

Emeryville...hmmm, i'm trying to figure out where that is in connection with place si know. I'm going to have a look.

ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-23 18:37:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPOE - NEW YORK
So are you guys based in the bay area?

ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-23 17:37:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresPOE tomorrow
I would like to thank everyone on here. This forum and been a saving grace and had guided me through so quickly. It is so nice to be able to talk to people who know what i am talking about and know how it feels.

I got my passport and visa back today, i was so nervous in case they couldnt find my house, and that they would have to reschedule my delivery, but it was ok. I have been holding my big brown envelope like it's a baby smile.gif

I am leaving tomorrow, and i am sad but also very excited.

See you all on the other side of the pond.....hmmmmm thats if i remember my login and password as i am always signed in on here..........i'll have a think.

Rob and Candi (ROCA)
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-29 16:15:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCountdown to Interview Begins
I am so sorry to hear that. i really hopw whatever it is comes back quick.

Sorry i did'nt wish you luck, lifes been a little crazy. Frist time i've been on comp all day.

Good luck with everything.

ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-29 16:06:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCountdown to Interview Begins
QUOTE (Nita&Assaad @ Sep 24 2008, 10:04 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
WOW - very excited for you!!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!! biggrin.gif What a birthday gift huh!!!

Have you bought your ticket yet???

Nita luv.gif



Nope, i'm just gonna book one on the day. Yep it's gonna be a great birthday. I got a card off Rob this morning and some See's candies, seeeing as i cant pack anything else, he's going to get me something when i get there.

nita it's not long now!!

ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-24 16:09:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCountdown to Interview Begins
I am feeling very excited. I am driving down to London, and spending the day with my Dad. it's my birthday tomorrow. So it will be fun. Then on friday going to the interview. I am very excited.

Keep thinking ..have i got everything?
I am also hoping i'll get my visa back the next day, as i have seen alot of people from London have. If it does i'll be flying out Saturday!!!

ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-24 16:00:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCountdown to Interview Begins
QUOTE (Nita&Assaad @ Sep 23 2008, 11:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Roca and dear Susie 2 DAYS for you guysssss OMG... For me is 4 DAYS left since it's already 9/24 in my hubby's country

kicking.gif kicking.gif

Nita



2 days oh my goodness.......i'm so excited. I havent really thought about it today. I've been out seeing friends. hmmmm.....it does'nt seem real. Still feels weeks away.

Deep down i am screaming with excitement. I get to see my gorgeous husband and not only that there is such a HUGE adventure that awaits me and i can finally look for a job that is at least slighty more related to my career and my degree, (i've been waiting to move to get new job).

Good luck with your interview, i will try and get on here friday afternoon and fill you in.

ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-23 17:24:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCountdown to Interview Begins
QUOTE (Nita&Assaad @ Sep 15 2008, 08:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi Roca.... Same day cool!!!!!!!!! Well from Cali it's 10 hours to Beirut, and I believe you are 8 hours from Cali.. So you are 2 hours behind Lebanon, I think!?!? My Habibi time is 10:00am smile.gif which is actually 9/28 @ midnight my time - WOW freaky...... What time is yours??

Well seems like time is going slow but fast at the same time if you know what I mean... Fast because I have so much to do, and slow because I can't wait to see him, or hug him finally after not seeing him for a very long time!!!


Nita luv.gif



QUOTE (ROCA @ Sep 15 2008, 11:47 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
We'll count down with you. Our interview is on the same date. I dont how it feels to you, but it still feels like a life time away......

What time is your interview and do you know the time difference between our countries?

ROCA



So my appointment is at 10 am too. I am so excited. I'm already packed and have been since, my husband went back to the USA to start school, so could no longer wait for the visa. All i need to do is sell the car, and i dont have to get that done before i leave. my job all though full time, i am a casual worker, which means i can come and go as i please and dont have to give any notice. So pretty much set..... When you planning on travelling?

ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-15 17:32:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCountdown to Interview Begins
We'll count down with you. Our interview is on the same date. I dont how it feels to you, but it still feels like a life time away......

What time is your interview and do you know the time difference between our countries?

ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-15 13:47:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDoes Petitioner have to be in the US when he files for I-130?
Yes, we did everything while my husband was in the UK. he just needs an address in the USA, and possibly someone to open his mail etc..


We were not entitled to DCF because in UK USC spouse has to be in the country for two years.

ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-29 16:09:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresshipment of visa released by embassy today!!!
I just came through POE at SFO and the embassy told to line up through the visitor line, i did that, then when it came to my turn the guy told me to go to the other end, which took me to the USA citizen side, there i noticed there were signs for new immagrants, so i think if she cannot see one of them, then just with the visitors, either way she will be fine, it just takes a little longer.

Hope this helps

ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-10-02 15:23:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresVISA ARRIVES TOMORROW
Congratulations, i am so happy for you.

ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-10-04 13:20:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresOnline Payment
I called yesterday, i first asked for IIN number, by the guys' response he made me feel like i was ordering a pizza or something. He didnt know what i was talking about. I then tried to explian what it is, and mentioned online payment and he said the online payment system is down at the moment and that i should just wait to recieve information in the mail.

ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-07-17 16:38:00
United KingdomFolder For Interview
QUOTE (Nicoxcx @ Aug 31 2008, 07:43 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ROCA @ Aug 31 2008, 05:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Nicoxcx @ Aug 30 2008, 08:27 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I am travelling with my Father, we plan on doing a little sightseeing there also , he wants to visit some football stadiums.

I will be leaving him with all of my belongings to wait for me to finish my interview, dads come in useful sometimes see tongue.gif.

Goodluck Graham!, hope it goes smoothly for you.


Hey, it looks like we have an interview on the same day. Well that is everything goes to plan for me. So lets just hope we will not be waiting about too much and those at the embassy have the Friday feeling and wanna get us out the way.

Good luck!!
ROCA


What time is yours? Hey I may see you there Lets hope we both come out with huge smiles on our faces!


My appointment is at 8am, but i'm pretty sure i'll be there all morning. It's a k3 interview but i'm trying to get it changed to CR-1 as i've just got case complete at the NVC.

ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-08-31 13:47:00
United KingdomFolder For Interview
QUOTE (Nicoxcx @ Aug 30 2008, 08:27 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I am travelling with my Father, we plan on doing a little sightseeing there also , he wants to visit some football stadiums.

I will be leaving him with all of my belongings to wait for me to finish my interview, dads come in useful sometimes see tongue.gif.

Goodluck Graham!, hope it goes smoothly for you.


Hey, it looks like we have an interview on the same day. Well that is everything goes to plan for me. So lets just hope we will not be waiting about too much and those at the embassy have the Friday feeling and wanna get us out the way.

Good luck!!
ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-08-31 11:55:00
United KingdomEstimated interview dates?
QUOTE (saraswati007 @ Sep 6 2008, 05:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello all - So, now I'm getting uncontrollably excited, nervous, all that, mostly because we seem so close... but anyway, we sent Packet 3 back early last week. Wondering if anyone is in the same place in the process as we are, and if anyone has thoughts on when we might get an interview date? For those who sent packet 3 back in August, when did you get your interview?

Thanks!


I sent my packet 3 in for the K3 not the K1, and i'm not sure if they shedule interviews for these visa's in the same way. If they do then i got the letter back with interview date about a week after i sent it and the interview was about another 2 weeks. i then asked for another appointment due to not being able to make it and they rescheduled it 9 days later. They are pretty good.

ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-06 12:14:00
United Kingdomabout booking the medical? Again sorry
I called back in July with no interview date. i got an medical appointment no problem

ROCA

Edited by ROCA, 15 September 2008 - 01:29 AM.

ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-15 01:28:00
United KingdomMedical ~ confused.com
QUOTE (wifetobe @ Sep 24 2008, 04:38 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ROCA @ Sep 23 2008, 11:34 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I will be just around the corner from you on Friday, as i have my interview. So good luck. The doctors is a little tricky to find, well my husband and i found it tricky anyway. I would get a better map or directions than the one on the form.


ROCA

Oh man the best of luck on friday!!!! biggrin.gif

I think it's Map B I have, literally two seconds from Bond St. and I hope I don't find it tricky laughing.gif
I will get there at 9am for my 9.30 appt because I know they'll get stroppy if I show up at 8.30 when they're having their morning coffee.. don't want to bump into miss happy. Apparently someone said she's fit laughing.gif mmm



We used map B and walked way out of our way. I think it was due to the fact that we knew that we needed to get there and i was stressed. You should be alright. Good luck

ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-24 12:22:00
United KingdomMedical ~ confused.com
I will be just around the corner from you on Friday, as i have my interview. So good luck. The doctors is a little tricky to find, well my husband and i found it tricky anyway. I would get a better map or directions than the one on the form.


ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-23 17:34:00
United KingdomThe 2008 United Kingdom Interview Thread!
QUOTE (Poiteen @ Sep 20 2008, 10:14 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Just thought I would do an update, since it's been so long, hope that I've got most people, but i know I'm missing loads of approveds, but this list was helpful to me when I was getting ready for interview, so I thought it was worth keeping it up to date.

January 2008 Graduates of the US Embassy in London:
C and J (Cheryl & Josh), Tinkerbelle, weedebz, nacampbell (Neil & Annie), kdancer, GlenandLisa, Lil-Lost-Girl, lostpup, jodinjames, Janaus, Courtney, Gareth's Girl, ericdraven

March 2008 Graduates of the US Embassy in London:
Bforbarree, StillthePrettiest, toshtishtash, londonuk, pkscotus, lisalu100, Darren&Laura, tomsandi, DonnaB, ladyynara, babblesgirl, zoobuffalo and KJC.

April 2008 Graduates of the US Embassy in London:
Geordielover, ajeanne, jeraly, minnietheminx, Poiteen, thejoz/thesquozenone, Chorely80, brooksmc, smallz, greeneyedgirlfl, lilysintrigue, AtlantiCat, sam and nic, NickyMcMillan

May 2008 Graduates:
Damian & Kelly, Coatsy, Saffyre, Robyn-n-Kris, Chris JennTX, Sal and Jay, ric

June 2008 Graduates:
Glyn & Kathy, bbpatel, Roselinda, Darren & Cristina, Jennifer & Jack, Stephen & Stacie, P & P, Carly & Andrew, K & L

July Interviews:
  • celtic59................................................2008-06-05 Pending checks.
  • Charles & Sonya K1.................................6/24/2008 APPROVED!!!!
  • Robbie & Sarah K1..................................6/30/2008 APPROVED!!!!
  • Barry & Debbie K1...................................7/1/2008 APPROVED!!!!
  • valerie & andy- R-1/CR-1.........................7/2/2008
  • Verity & Neil K3......................................7/7/2008
  • D & N K1...............................................7/8/2008
  • SMB x2.................................................7/9/2008
  • Bex & Alan K1........................................7/11/2008
  • Rebecca & Dominick K1............................7/11/2008
  • L & P....................................................7/17/2008
  • Gerry & Karen K1....................................7/18/2008
  • Nick & Nich K1.......................................7/29/2008

July Interviews:
  • celtic59....................................................2008-06-05 Pending checks.
  • Charles & Sonya......K1................................6/24/2008 APPROVED!!!!
  • Robbie & Sarah........K1...............................6/30/2008 APPROVED!!!!
  • Barry & Debbie........K1................................7/1/2008 APPROVED!!!!
  • valerie & andy........IR-1/CR-1......................7/2/2008
  • Verity & Neil ..........K3................................7/7/2008
  • D & N....................K1................................7/8/2008
  • SMB x2 ....................................................7/9/2008 APPROVED!!!!
  • Bex & Alan.............K1................................7/11/2008 APPROVED!!!!
  • Rebecca & Dominick.K1................................7/11/2008
  • Eggnut ....................................................7/14/2008 APPROVED!!!!
  • me!......................K1................................7/14/2008 Pending Police Cert
  • L & P....................K1 ...............................7/17/2008 APPROVED!!!!
  • Thomas F..............DCF..............................7/17/2008 APPROVED!!!!
  • Gerry & Karen.........K1...............................7/18/2008
  • Mark and Hannah....K1................................7/21/2008 APPROVED!!!!
  • Pattilou47..............K1................................7/24/2008 APPROVED!!!!
  • Nick & Nich............K1................................7/29/2008 APPROVED!!!!

August Interviews:
  • The Red Baron........DCF...............................8/11/2008 APPROVED!!!!
September Interviews:
  • Nicoxcx.................K1................................09/05/2008 APPROVED!!!!
  • Welshcookie...........DCF..............................09/09/2008 APPROVED!!!!
  • Guinness1969............................................09/12/2008
  • Boobah.................K1................................09/15/2008 APPROVED!!!!
  • Thebigyard............K1................................09/15/2008
  • Amy and John........K1................................09/18/2008
  • SusieK..................CR-1.............................09/26/2008
  • ROCA....................CR1 ..........................................09/26/2008
  • Sassadave............IR-1...............................09/30/2008
October Interviews:
  • Barry and Jackie.....K1................................10/02/2008
  • BMJ......................K1................................10/09/2008
  • Sunnybear.............K1................................10/16/2008
Still waiting:
Sad Eyes...........................................2008-02-25 Stuck in AP - hopefully not for long!


I added myself in the inerview list. I'm so nervous

ROCA

Edited by ROCA, 20 September 2008 - 04:42 PM.

ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-20 16:41:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Does Jame's Shortcuts still work? Anyone tried this lately
QUOTE (Gigli2008 @ Sep 8 2008, 06:47 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ROCA @ Sep 8 2008, 12:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
The IV bill is for the CR1. The K3 does'nt cost you anything at the NVC, it pretty much gets sent right to the embassy in your country. Then there is a fee to pay at the Embassy on the day of the interview, i cant remember how much that is. I think it is around the 130 dollar mark, but dont quote me on that.

ROCA


Thank you ROCA. So, I understand the K3 won't cost anything until at the Embassy. How much do the CR1 paths cost at NVC Level?



At the NVC the petitoner needs to pay a $70 fee for the I-864, and the benificiary needs to pay.....erm... trying to rack my mind, i really cant remember the cost of that..... i think it's $355.

i also believe that there is no cost when you get to the embassy except the cost of them mailing your passport back to you.

Maybe someone else will reply and either confirm what i ahev told you or correct me.

The best thing to do is get everything ready to go, and also tripple check for little mistakes, and you could be out of there really quick.


ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-08 12:59:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Does Jame's Shortcuts still work? Anyone tried this lately
The IV bill is for the CR1. The K3 does'nt cost you anything at the NVC, it pretty much gets sent right to the embassy in your country. Then there is a fee to pay at the Embassy on the day of the interview, i cant remember how much that is. I think it is around the 130 dollar mark, but dont quote me on that.

ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-08 12:39:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Does Jame's Shortcuts still work? Anyone tried this lately
I believe that people are still using them, and they are still working. Although many people are opting to use Lotto's guide, now that you can pay online.It is much quicker than James short cut.

I just saw yesterday someone who was successful emailing their choice of agent.

ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-08 11:05:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Cases completed at NVC
QUOTE (VivaBaños @ Sep 22 2008, 04:10 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ROCA @ Sep 22 2008, 11:00 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (happyinlove012408 @ Sep 21 2008, 11:22 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Wishing the best of luck to the following members on their upcoming interviews:
1.BNM 9/22/08
2.Roca 9/26/08
3. SusieK 9/26/08
Please update us on the results.


Thank you.

I am so excited. I am planning on travelling the day i get my passport back. From what i have read from reviews of the London embassy, passports tend to come back the following morning. I'm already to go, been packed since my husband left 8 weeks ago ( he lived here for a year and bit). I cant wait.

ROCA


ROCA,
Packed for 2 months?! wow!
Before you hit the road when the passport arrives--write in and let us know how the interview went. I for one am so anxious about our upcoming interview that I look forward to reading the reports of others--it gives hope and ideas on what to plan for!
All the best at the interview and your upcoming travels!



Yep no problem. I'm sure i'll find time on Friday evening. I like reading them too. I've been through all of them on the london reviews. I wish there were mroe i could read.

I have been packed for that long because we moved out of our house before he left, so that we would'nt be paying rent. So decided to live with parents and living out of suit cases.

Thank you

ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-22 10:17:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Cases completed at NVC
QUOTE (happyinlove012408 @ Sep 21 2008, 11:22 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Wishing the best of luck to the following members on their upcoming interviews:
1.BNM 9/22/08
2.Roca 9/26/08
3. SusieK 9/26/08
Please update us on the results.


Thank you.

I am so excited. I am planning on travelling the day i get my passport back. From what i have read from reviews of the London embassy, passports tend to come back the following morning. I'm already to go, been packed since my husband left 8 weeks ago ( he lived here for a year and bit). I cant wait.

ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-22 10:00:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Cases completed at NVC
Interview date now the 26th September.......a whole 3 days early..

ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-19 06:16:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Cases completed at NVC
I got the interview date. The 29th of September at 10 am.

I guess they had some september dates left over. I was assinged the date on the 3rd.

I'm so excited, good luck to all who are waiting to hear.

ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-08 10:22:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)Cases completed at NVC
Our AVR has changed, our case has been sent to London. I guess this means our case has been asigned an interview date already. Do they assign interviews in the first week of the month?

Edited by ROCA, 06 September 2008 - 02:02 PM.

ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-09-06 14:00:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresK3 expedite request granted
We filed to have it expedited on the grounds of uscis error. We would of had our petition filed in January if there was'nt contridicting information on forms and official webistes of how and where to file. My mother in law who is a USC called the customer services and that particular representative said we had no grounds to file an expedite request but it depends on who you get through to.

So, i called them from the UK, and sopke to another rep (who was very sharp) and said we want to put a request in and she asked on what grounds do we think we have. She said it would take up to five working days, but however if it takes longer don't call, just means your request is taking a little longer. A little longer.......2 and half weeks.

I was kinda shocked that we got it, but very happy. We just hope it will be quicker now.


ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-06-20 15:02:00
K-3 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresK3 expedite request granted
We received a letter yesterday from CA service centre, saying that our request to expedite our I-129f petition has been granted. Does anyone have experience of how quick they expedite the petition now? Do they just expedite it through the intial approval stage at the service centre or is it expedited all the way through?

Also for the interview in London, do i need to have the orginals of certificates and also an official copy of them or can i have just the orignals and a photocopy?

ROCA
ROCAFemaleUnited Kingdom2008-06-20 06:37:00