ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresThank God
Congratulations!
mgkMaleIndia2008-02-27 09:19:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-130 Question - So Simple!!
QUOTE (WantingMyHubby @ Mar 4 2008, 01:59 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I'm sure this is a really stupid question, but I'm extremely paranoid!

On the I-130, question 15 - "Name and address of present employer" and then "Date this employment began", are they referring to the petitioner or beneficiary? I understand it to be directed towards the beneficiary, but am not sure.

Like I said, it's such an easy question, but I'm so nervous about everything...

Thanks blush.gif



Its for beneficiary. No worries, just go through the questions few times. you would be ok, don't get intimidated.

Cheers
mgkMaleIndia2008-03-04 14:02:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWant to know if we're on NOA1 or 2...
QUOTE (crys22 @ Mar 6 2008, 02:22 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My husband seems to understand all of this a bit better than I... But i was under the impression we've only just got our NOA1... however he says we've already gotten the second.. can anyone tell me if we have infact got the second?...

We sent off the I 130 Dec 4th.. they recieved on the 5th.. the first bit of paper we got in the post says at the bottom it is form I-171.. at the top.. Notice of approval of relative immigrant petition.. date petition filed.. Dec. 5, 2007.. Date of Approval of Petition.. Feb 12, 2008..

Then.. we got a letter that also had all of the information.. the checklist..medical etc..

Dear blah blah.. we are pleased to inform you that we have received an approved visa petition on your behalf............ followed by brief instructions...

Now.. was that our NOA2?... we've sent off a bit of paper in it that they asked to get back ASAP.. he's done his medical.. we're now waiting on the sponsor from the states to send over their bit..


also.. does anyone know if there is some sort of 'waiting list' to getting the interviews?.. I know it must vary.. but like.. once we're ready to go to an interview.. are we going to have to wait for months before they can see us.. or is it more like a couple of weeks or something?..

Thanks!


Based on what you mentioned, it sounds like a DCF (direct consular filing). Your husband filed with American consulate in UK. Usually, DCF moves lot quicker.

This forum should guide you better http://www.visajourn...hp?showforum=82

Also, you could browse regional discussion forum for UK where people with similar experiences and filing could help you.

http://www.visajourn...hp?showforum=99

Hope this helps, cheers!
mgkMaleIndia2008-03-06 14:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS-230
QUOTE (sharif @ Mar 6 2008, 01:41 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (MsZ @ Mar 6 2008, 10:13 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
How annoying esp. since the PDF will not accept "PRESENT" as it is an "invalid date".



Yes.. you have to disable javascript valdiation or write it by hand



Alex, I would wait until your RFE is raised but have your corrected paperwork ready in mean time. Once you know a RFE is raised than talk to operator verify for what the RFE is and proceed further accordingly.

Cheers
mgkMaleIndia2008-03-06 14:40:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCR-1 Priority Date on form from USCIS
QUOTE (calamitka @ Mar 5 2008, 11:32 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
The priority date is equal to receive date.(receive by USCIS)
When NVC sent of response for my inquiry beside date of birth, type of visa CR or IR they wrote this priority date.
I think it might be important for embassy ? Not sure.



Yes, you are correct when the queue gets longer - priority date is used to process/adjudicate cases.
mgkMaleIndia2008-03-06 17:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedurescase complete at NVC
congratulations
mgkMaleIndia2008-03-04 08:54:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCR1 Interview
Good Luck!
mgkMaleIndia2008-03-10 08:55:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresEmassy called, will find out tonight
Goodluck, hang in there!
mgkMaleIndia2008-03-10 08:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedureschange of address
QUOTE (palilover @ Mar 18 2008, 12:00 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
So which is it? I report my address now or I do not need to report moving until he gets here on his visa? And then the rules take effect that we have to let them know?
NVC knows already but it's USCIS I'm confused about



Hi,

For the moment you just have to update your new address only with NVC and moving forward. Not to worry about USCIS for now.
mgkMaleIndia2008-03-18 07:40:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresalmost done
Congratulations! Way to go!
mgkMaleIndia2008-03-20 10:50:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresForm Ds-230 part 1
QUOTE (lucky_leester @ Mar 31 2008, 03:26 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Could someone please help me with question 21a and 21b of Form DS-230 part 1?
I will be in Vietnam at the time of my wife interview and hopefully she passes.
My plan is for both of us to come to the U.S. together.
Therefore, do I put my name in question 21a?
And question 21b also confuses me, I'm not sure what to answer.
Thanks in advance!



Unless your spouse has childern accompanying to USA...21 a and b would be "None".

Hope this helps...cheers
mgkMaleIndia2008-03-31 14:46:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAugust / September I-130 2007 Filers
QUOTE (AMV @ Sep 26 2007, 08:38 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (mgk @ Sep 25 2007, 10:41 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
finally got my check cleared...awaiting noa1


Congratulations ...



Thank you! Got NOA1 today by snail mail...Cheers!
mgkMaleIndia2007-09-26 23:08:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAugust / September I-130 2007 Filers
finally got my check cleared...awaiting noa1
mgkMaleIndia2007-09-25 21:41:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresOur dramatic experience at US embassy in El Salvador
Congratulations and Great Job!!!
mgkMaleIndia2008-02-07 14:50:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS 230
thanks to all of you everything start making sense now.
adam1MaleMorocco2009-03-21 20:43:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS 230
that make sence. and when she get the DS-230 she needs to ignore it. how about the bar codes do I just need to print them online.
thanks
adam1MaleMorocco2009-03-20 22:18:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS 230
QUOTE (TA AHMED TI @ Mar 20 2009, 10:47 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
She will need to send you all documents you mentined above and than she can send ds 3032 by email, after that you will be the one who's going to finish the case with NVC
read shortcuts it will help you a lot


do you mean Im the one (pititioner) who will send the DS-230 not her (applicant) thats not whats in the short cut.
can you please explain?
adam1MaleMorocco2009-03-20 11:14:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS 230
thanks to all of you, the information was very helpfull. one more question: since Casablanca is listed as post not standar appointment now she need to send all that:Birth Certificate Marriage Certificate Petitioner Documents Photocopy of Valid Passport Biographic Data Page Police Certificate to NVC and have some more for the interview?right
adam1MaleMorocco2009-03-19 22:32:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS 230
Hi
My wife in Morocco got approved for I-130 now her case went from USCIS to NVC for process. From my understanding and NVC website I conclude that NVC will send her two forms to fill out DS-3032 and DS-230. my question is: does she need to send DS-230 and all this documents:

Birth Certificate
Marriage Certificate
Petitioner Documents
Photocopy of Valid Passport Biographic Data Page
Police Certificate
Or she will need this documents at the interview day.

thanks

adam1MaleMorocco2009-03-18 20:04:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAppointment Post Embassies and Consulates. casablanca
I would like to make sure Casablanca, Morocco consulate is Appointment Post Embassy. if yes my wife in Morocco will have to send the original, Photocopy, and Translations of all the below documents with her DS-230, then latter she will need to provide the same documents to the Embassy at the day of the interview? also can she just make certify copies of all this documents so she wouldn't have to order them again and spend time and money translating them?

1)Marriage certificate,
2)Police Certificate,
3)Four Passport size photos
4)passport biographic page (Photocopy)
5)birth certificate

I also would like to know if I will need any of her documents over here in the US?
thanks

adam1MaleMorocco2009-03-24 20:12:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFor those who are waiting for there lovers to come!!
QUOTE (taj'samericanwife @ Apr 3 2009, 06:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (abdelkrim @ Apr 3 2009, 04:41 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
For those who are waiting for there lovers to come!!
I'm having a hard time finding something to do in my free time. I work from 7AM to 3:45 PM as soon as I live work I go to work out for an our than call my wife for an hour or two, thats it. I get boored in the weekend and when I go out with friends I don't feel good about it. like last weekend I went to Myrtle beach for spring break with a lot off college student I enjoyed my time but I felt bad because she wasn't with me. since I got married Everything that I do, I Don't enjoy anymore.
lets share our experiences while we are waiting for our lovers to come to the US.
Open for suggestion from experienced people.


7 - 345? do u work in a hospital?

I work at a research facility.
adam1MaleMorocco2009-04-03 18:55:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFor those who are waiting for there lovers to come!!
For those who are waiting for there lovers to come!!
I'm having a hard time finding something to do in my free time. I work from 7AM to 3:45 PM as soon as I live work I go to work out for an our than call my wife for an hour or two, thats it. I get boored in the weekend and when I go out with friends I don't feel good about it. like last weekend I went to Myrtle beach for spring break with a lot off college student I enjoyed my time but I felt bad because she wasn't with me. since I got married Everything that I do, I Don't enjoy anymore.
lets share our experiences while we are waiting for our lovers to come to the US.
Open for suggestion from experienced people.
adam1MaleMorocco2009-04-03 15:41:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAddress?
QUOTE (Kenza @ Mar 26 2009, 08:16 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I got no replies but I went with choice a)

smile.gif


that was a good choise. when you get approved inchallah, than change his adress with NVC they are easy to deal with than USCIS.

adam1MaleMorocco2009-04-11 00:23:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresWho is approved in MARCH 2009
I got Approved in 24 days, I'm surprise now i need to get my staff together.... I was thinking it will take about 6 month for my I-130 to get approved but i think this is good news for everybody. USCIS is being doing good lately thanks god.
ALHAMDOLILLAH good.gif
adam1MaleMorocco2009-03-18 14:46:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresFebruary 24, 2009
QUOTE (KeyserandMe @ Feb 25 2009, 02:30 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Application Type: I130, IMMIGRANT PETITION FOR RELATIVE, FIANCE(E), OR ORPHAN

Current Status: Approval notice sent.

On February 24, 2009, we mailed you a notice that we have approved this I130 IMMIGRANT PETITION FOR RELATIVE, FIANCE(E), OR ORPHAN. Please follow any instructions on the notice. If you move before you receive the notice, call customer service.


God is magnificent is all I can really say to explain how I feel right at this moment. I praise God and give him all the gory because we was the one who made this possible!

...and in ONLY TWO MONTHS! wow.gif



congrats!! we had the same good news today!! kicking.gif kicking.gif
smiley888FemalePhilippines2009-02-25 00:11:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresApproved!!!
Congrats! What an awesome news! Good Luck for the rest of your journey!!:)

-redcherry123
red_cherry123Not TellingIndonesia2006-02-11 03:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresSignature Question on I-864EZ & DS230
We didn't for I-864.

Edited by bantam, 25 April 2009 - 05:49 AM.

bantamMaleEngland2009-04-25 05:49:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAPPROVED NOA2 in 60 days
QUOTE (BradnKim @ Feb 12 2009, 07:16 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
good.gif Congrats to you getting such a fast approval from VSC! Way to go!

QUOTE (Pat the man @ Feb 12 2009, 02:17 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
OMG I am so ecstatic thank you lord for this wonderful day and thanks to all the vj members for your support. I will start the NVC process ASAP.


acutally it was from the csc after being transferred good luck to all and this definitely has been the best valentine's da gift!!!
Pat the manMaleColombia2009-02-14 13:05:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAPPROVED NOA2 in 60 days
OMG I am so estatic thank you lord for this wonderful day and thanks to all the vj members for your support. I will start the NVC process ASAP.
Pat the manMaleColombia2009-02-12 17:17:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures130

What is the processing time for the 130, we were approved and we already have a case #, however no fee, as of today, what happens next and more or less what is the time frame.

:yes: Congrats on your approval..i love the way you prayed and saw results..GOD is awesome..I pray the same when my time comes to apply in August. (L)
JideprincessFemaleNigeria2006-06-27 08:23:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI WROTE TO THE VICE-PRESIDEND!
Wow so how did you guys write to ####### Chenny's office I am in a very crazy stitution myself. Wife is pregnant due to have our frist child in mid july. And our case is stuck in Additional Review Process. Her Interview was April 4, 2008 in Delhi. I am A born U.s Citzen I just don;t know what to do:(
Thank You in advance for any information.
Aman RamMaleIndia2008-06-02 16:39:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAffidavit of Support for K3
I have the same exact problem, but with I-864 form. I have barely worked in the past three years because of school and started working full-time this year. So my tax returns will show that i'm not above poverty level, but pay stubs and employee letter for this year will show that I am. Do you think I need to have a co-sponsor?
Thank you very much
sami81MaleSudan2008-05-22 09:47:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864 AOS, do I need a cosponsor?
thanks guys
sami81MaleSudan2008-05-23 10:00:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-864 AOS, do I need a cosponsor?
Hello everyone,
I have barely worked in the past three years because of school and started working full-time this year. So my tax returns will show that i'm not above poverty level for 2005, 2006, and 2007, but pay stubs and employment statement for this year will show that I am. Do you think I need to have a co-sponsor? And since the requirement is to only send last year's IRS transcripts, would it make any sense in my case to send the last 3 years?
Thank you very much
sami81MaleSudan2008-05-22 17:46:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresincome
Thankyou for your comments, it really helped. By the way I should have said my household is myself and 2 daughters age 14 and 16, i hope i make enough
Bruno & ShielaNot TellingPhilippines2006-07-22 11:23:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresincome
Hello, I am just wondering if anyone can tell me if my income of $40,000 a year is enough income to pass min. income level for K-1 from Philippines. ty
Bruno & ShielaNot TellingPhilippines2006-07-22 11:05:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNOA1 to NOA2 Timeline
please update my timeline - i130 got approve on nov 7th

thank you

QUOTE (Eresh @ Oct 26 2007, 12:00 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Added Juan Carlos & updated Vbtbmrt {congrats on NOA2 btw}. German Chick...can you give me the date you mailed your I-130 package please...thanks.


Member Name --- I130 Sent --- NOA1 --- (CSC/VSC) --- NOA2 --- Days To Approval ----- Link to NVC Timeline
The_dip_sticks--05/23/06 --- 06/15/06 --- CSC ----- Pending
Singha -------- 12/29/06 --- 01/03/07 --- VSC ----- 06/01/07 ---- 149
Nilz07 -------- 12/29/06 --- 01/03/07 --- CSC ----- 06/12/07 ---- 160
Nyseness ------ 12/30/06 --- 01/06/07 --- CSC ----- 05/16/07 ---- 130
mike & Elena -- 12/19/06 --- 01/09/07 --- CSC ----- 04/16/07 ----- 97
npatel3c ----------- ? ----- 01/14/07 --- VSC ----- 05/25/07 ---- 131
Erica --------- 01/16/07 --- 01/24/07 --- CSC ----- 04/06/07 ----- 72
Slbois -------- 01/17/07 --- 01/26/07 --- CSC ----- 04/09/07 ----- 73
Dillydally ---- 01/30/07 --- 02/01/07 --- CSC ----- 06/14/07 ---- 133
Virt ---------- 01/26/07 --- 02/01/07 --- CSC ----- 06/07/07 ---- 126
Comelly ------- 02/01/07 --- 02/09/07 --- CSC ----- 04/19/07 ----- 69
MegDan -------- 02/07/07 --- 02/13/07 --- CSC ----- 05/31/07 ---- 107
Mononoke28 ---- 02/05/07 --- 02/14/07 --- CSC ----- 05/03/07 ----- 78
Flicki -------- 02/13/07 --- 02/15/07 --- CSC ----- 06/25/07 ---- 130
Geist & Stabu - 02/16/07 --- 02/21/07 --- CSC ----- 06/07/07 ---- 106
Jasmin -------- 02/13/07 --- 02/21/07 --- CSC ----- 06/22/07 ---- 121
Mxjjx --------- 02/15/07 --- 02/21/07 --- VSC ----- 07/17/07 ---- 146
RandyandRina -- 02/22/07 --- 02/26/07 ----CSC------ 07/02/07 ---- 126
Vylex --------- 02/17/07 --- 02/28/07 --- CSC ----- 06/12/07 ---- 104
Greeneclipse -- 02/23/07 --- 03/01/07 --- CSC ----- 07/09/07 ---- 130
S & J --------- 03/01/07 --- 03/09/07 --- CSC ----- 06/19/07 ---- 102
Trailmix ------ 03/08/07 --- 03/13/07 --- CSC ----- 06/05/07 ----- 84
Rika60607 ----- 03/07/07 --- 03/16/07 --- CSC ----- 06/14/07 ----- 99
Mdpo ---------- 03/16/07 --- 03/19/07 --- CSC ----- 08/16/07 ---- 150
DeeCee -------- 03/08/07 --- 03/19/07 --- CSC ----- 06/06/07 ----- 79
Jaxguy/KIDS --- 03/05/07 --- 03/20/07 --- CSC ----- 09/07/07 ---- 171
Miriam n Alain- 03/09/07 --- 03/21/07 --- CSC ----- 03/22/07 ------ 1
hhk3 ---------- 03/26/07 --- 04/04/07 --- VSC ----- 05/31/07 ----- 57
LadyJane ------ 03/26/07 --- 04/06/07 --- CSC ----- 07/02/07 ----- 87
pc_whisperer -- 03/30/07 --- 04/09/07 --- CSC ----- 07/27/07 ---- 109
RickOlechka --- 03/02/07 --- 04/12/07 --- CSC ----- 07/04/07 ----- 83
Jundibasam ---- 04/07/07 --- 04/23/07 --- CSC ----- Pending
Tussie -------- 04/13/07 --- 04/24/07 --- CSC ----- Pending
Eresh --------- 04/24/07 --- 05/21/07 --- CSC ----- 08/10/07 ----- 81
Djturbo ------- 05/11/07 --- 06/05/07 --- CSC ----- 09/14/07 ---- 101
Pkewl --------- 05/15/07 --- 06/06/07 --- CSC ----- Pending
Luckysprite --- 05/22/07 --- 06/08/07 --- CSC ----- Pending
Clow ---------- 05/07/07 --- 06/14/07 --- CSC ----- Pending
Qasim--aisha -- 06/06/07 --- 06/22/07 --- CSC ----- Pending
Juan Carlos --- 06/02/07 --- 06/18/07 --- CSC ----- Pending
Amberlynn ----- 06/22/07 --- 06/29/07 --- VSC ----- Pending
Wahrania ------ 06/19/07 --- 07/02/07 --- CSC ----- Pending
Mohgli -------- 07/12/07 --- 07/19/07 --- CSC ----- Pending
KTG ----------- 07/19/07 --- 08/02/07 --- CSC ----- Pending
Vbtbmrt ------- 05/29/07 --- 08/30/07 --- CSC ----- 10/18/07 ---- 142
Kelzm --------- 08/09/07 --- 09/05/07 --- CSC ----- Pending
Simple_melanie- 07/20/07 --- 08/03/07 --- CSC ----- Pending
Mgk ----------- 07/27/07 --- 09/20/07 --- VSC ----- Pending

Link to NVC Timeline

mgkMaleIndia2007-11-10 06:37:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNOA1 to NOA2 Timeline
Hi Eresh, please add my timeline....

7/27/07 - mailed I130, 9/20/07 - NOA1

Thank you!
mgkMaleIndia2007-10-05 00:41:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresTax file question
Not really! Pushbrk is right, I have opted that route for this tax year. ( If you spouse is residing outside the country and has not yet been here yet - you can go for single status and than amend once your spouse comes here.)

You have ONLY the below two options after your spouse joins you here.

QUOTE (AMV @ Oct 21 2007, 04:42 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
"Another option is to file as single now and amend the return after she arrives."

Pushbrk,
It is very dangerouse to follow your advice. If he/she is married she/he MUST state it. otherwise they will be in bad situation.

They have two opptions: Married filing separatly or Married filing jointly.
If a peson is married but he/she claim himself/herself as a single it will create a lot of problem after ...

mgkMaleIndia2007-12-31 11:33:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresGot I 130 approval today!!!!
Congrats!
Winning23MalePakistan2011-09-30 13:08:00