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K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsK3-visa

K3 is obsolete for most people and will likely be closed at NVC stage anyway.

 

That being said, how important wedding pics are depends on your culture- if it is considered very important in your culture/ scandalous not to have a big wedding, then it may be an issue.  In general though, as long as you are legally married, you are fine.

thanx Penguin_ie, it was helpful, you gave me more hope. was a bit nervous. appreciate it. God Bless you.


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2013-05-23 07:01:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsK3-visa

we have applied for a k3 visa, receiced the 130 NOA1 and 129f NOA 1, waiting for NOA2. but my concern is that, how important will be our wedding pictures in the consulate interview? coz we got married in a very simple way inside a Hindu Temple where u are not allowed photography and mobile phones. but we have the marriage certificate and few picture of us together. and have affidavits from out relatives and friends who were present at the wedding.

 

Can any one please help us out?


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2013-05-18 23:21:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsK3 Visa process in National Benefit Center (MSC)

You won't find these timelines for MSC on the USCIS website. They have not updated their site to include them as most of the cases are sent to a local office and there are too many local offices. 

ya its true. But can you please tell me how does the system work? I mean does our case goes first to the local field office, then to the National Benefit center and then to the NVC?

Because i am not even able to see the timeline for the field office which is Hialeah (FL).


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2013-08-13 08:19:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsK3 Visa process in National Benefit Center (MSC)

you should study the timelines section here at VJ.

Thank you very much for replying, but my friend, i have tried this VJ timeline they are same as the USCIS, they take u to the same USCIS site. U cannot find the time line for I-130 or I-129f in the field office of Hialeah, or the National Benefit Center (MSC).


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2013-08-13 08:15:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsK3 Visa process in National Benefit Center (MSC)

Hi everyone....

 

i JUST CALLED THE USCIS TWICE TO CHECK MY CASE STATUS, THEY SAID THAT MY CASE WAS IN NATIONAL BENEFIT CENTER(MSC)  AND I SHOULD WAIT MORE TIME. WE HAD FILED THE K3 VISA(129F) IN MARCH 11, 2013. WHAT MY CONFUSION IS THAT WHEN I WANT TO CHECK THE PROCESSING TIME FOR 129F IAT NATIONAL BENEFIT CENTER I AM NOT ABLE TO SEE THE TIMELINE FOR I-130 OR THE I-129F.

 

CAN ANY ONE PLEASE HELP ME IN FINDING OUT HOW MUCH TIME THIS MSC TAKE TO SEND THE 2nd NOA. ITS BEEN MORE THAN 6 MONTHS NOW SINCE WE RECEIVED THE 1st NOA.


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2013-08-12 13:29:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress Reportswhat is the timeline for Missouri Office

Hello sorry to tell you they are lying to you & surely something wrong .They told you they are working on Octo if you go here on the top " Immigration timelines tehn go to Cr1 you will find many In Jan Feb March got approved and got their Noa2 im Feb Filler too still no answer and of course NBc my case start with Msc whcih mean Missouri how come they are wokring on Oct & the Jan Feb & March in NBC already approved ??!!!!!!!!!!!

thanks for your reply.....


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2013-10-18 14:20:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress Reportswhat is the timeline for Missouri Office

Hi everybody....!

 

Just now I and my wife called the USCIS and spoke to the Tier 2 officer, She said that our case was in Missouri and they have a huge back log, at present they are handling the OCT 2012 cases so it may take many more months. I asked her that when I called last time ur representative said that our case was at Hialeah field office and now u say it is in Missouri this is confusing. She checked and confirmed that it is in Missouri. and she cannot tell the exact amount of months it will take the process to complete.

 

My question is do anyone know usually what is the time taken by Missouri office? this becoming more and more frustrating, feel like killing myself. If anybody can provide any any information i will be thankful to you all.


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2013-10-17 11:31:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsI-130 & I-129f

i am too waiting for my NOA2. its been 5 plus months, I filed the i-130 in Feb, and I-129 F in March 11th. i did call the USCIS 15 days ago, but they did find or tell me any thing special, whatever i was checking my status on USCIS site they repeated the same thing, Unfortunately i cannot track my I-130, when I asked they they had no answer. I don't know what to do. I am from Hialeah, Florida and they said the case is in the local office and i need to just wait until they contact us.

 

But your story gave me a hope. Its very difficult being apart.


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2013-08-31 11:59:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsCase Transferred to our Local Office

I just got my letter in the mail and it  told me my  local office would be california now... (not so local) but hopefully it means time will go quickly!

Wow,  U are on a role now. Time will definetly go quickly. And you will be united with ur loved one very soon.

 

By the way how much time did it take for you to receive this mail (California) from the earlier mail? I hope I too get one soon.

 

 

Take care and keep updating.....


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2013-11-02 11:51:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsCase Transferred to our Local Office

I received the same letter, I hope its for something good. Mine also was in Missouri and I am now waiting on my letter to let me know where it is going to be. I pray that we get through this process swiftly as possible... smh its too much just for your spouse to come to be with you.

Yes, its really too much, its like a big punishment for us or a test of our patience. My friend, I don't know if these people will mail us to know where our case is being handled. I think we have to call the customer care and ask about it. Don't worry it will be all good hence forward, and i wish that we both get the positive reply very soon and be with our love ASAP......

 

Take Care..


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2013-10-31 08:06:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsCase Transferred to our Local Office

Hello everybody,

 

we too got a same reply from the USCIS like one of the members(Visa999). Saying that the case was transferred to another USCIS office. It was sitting in the Missouri office(as per the Tier 2 officer)from FEB 2013. I don't know where it is now,. If we call the USCIS they keep us on hold for hours, (last time 1 hr, 15 mins).

So guys please wish and pray that we get a positive response from the USCIS very soon, its been almost 9 months.(K-3 Visa)

 

mail 1:

The I129F PETITION FOR FIANCE(E) was transferred and is now being processed at a USCIS office. You will be notified by mail when a decision is made, or if the office needs something from you. If you move while this case is pending, please use our Change of Address online tool to update your case with your new address or call our customer service center at 1-800-375-5283. 


 

mail 2:

On October 22, 2013, we transferred this case I129F PETITION FOR FIANCE(E) to another office for processing and sent you a notice explaining this action. Please follow any instructions provided on the notice. We will notify you by mail when a decision is made. If you move while this case is pending, please use our Change of Address online tool to update your case with your new address or call our customer service center at 1-800-375-5283

 

mail 3:

On October 23, 2013, we transferred your I129F, PETITION FOR FIANCE(E), to your local USCIS Office for further processing. The new office has jurisdiction over your case and will send you a decision as soon as processing is complete or you will be notified if further information or action is needed. If you move, please use our Change of Address online tool to update your case with your new address.

 

 

 

Thanks for you support guys.



VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2013-10-26 08:17:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsDeferred processing of application

I am in the same situation as the thread starter. I received 2 NOA2 for my I-29F and I-30. Both were dated December 30, 2013 and were sent to me on December 31, 2013. However, on my I-29F, it says there that Approval Notice Valid from 12/27/2013 to 03/26/2014. What does that mean? I also have an A### ### ### assigned to me as well as my wife. Also, when I checked with the USCIS website, it says on my I-29F petition that "your Alien Registration Number was changed relating to your I29F PETITION FOR FIANCE(E). Why is that?

 

This has probably the best Christmas gift I have ever received. My hands were trembling and my heart was pounding as I was opening the envelopes. My knees almost buckled after reading what was written in it.

About approval notice Valid from 12/27/2013 to 03/26/24, i guess this means that you have to follow the instructions the DOS or NVC gives and you should reply them within that period of time.

 

And ur next part of question it says on my I-29F petition that "your Alien Registration Number was changed relating to your I29F PETITION FOR FIANCE(E). I too got the same thing but next day they again the status which was showing post decision activity.....


I am in the same situation as the thread starter. I received 2 NOA2 for my I-29F and I-30. Both were dated December 30, 2013 and were sent to me on December 31, 2013. However, on my I-29F, it says there that Approval Notice Valid from 12/27/2013 to 03/26/2014. What does that mean? I also have an A### ### ### assigned to me as well as my wife. Also, when I checked with the USCIS website, it says on my I-29F petition that "your Alien Registration Number was changed relating to your I29F PETITION FOR FIANCE(E). Why is that?

 

This has probably the best Christmas gift I have ever received. My hands were trembling and my heart was pounding as I was opening the envelopes. My knees almost buckled after reading what was written in it.

About approval notice Valid from 12/27/2013 to 03/26/24, i guess this means that you have to follow the instructions the DOS or NVC gives and you should reply them within that period of time.

 

And ur next part of question it says on my I-29F petition that "your Alien Registration Number was changed relating to your I29F PETITION FOR FIANCE(E). I too got the same thing but next day they again the status which was showing post decision activity.....


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2014-01-05 13:31:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsMy 129F and I-130 have been approved but have a doubt.

Fill it out on the I-864 and make sure the beneficiary puts the correct address to where they will live upon immigrating on the DS-260. You dont need to inform the USCIS at the NVC stage because they dont have your case.

After the beneficiary POE's then you would use form I-865 to inform the USCIS of any time a sponsor moves (that includes the petitioner and any joint sponsors.)

Thank you so much... NLR...

 

Cannot even imagine how we would have handled this tough journey without the help of such wonderful people like you......

 

once again....thank you soooo much.......


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2014-02-10 09:32:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsMy 129F and I-130 have been approved but have a doubt.

how can I inform the NVC about the change of address of the USC (petitioner)?


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2014-02-08 10:38:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsMy 129F and I-130 have been approved but have a doubt.

Both the beneficiary and petitioner can call the NVC. My husband, the USC, did not call them a single time. I dealt with all the NVC paperwork. He also never called the USCIS either for that matter, but thay was because we were appproved within his personal set timeframe. Lol

NLR, 

 

I wanted to ask you that, the address of the USC has changed after we got the NOA2, now where do we have to inform the change of address? I knew the details of this regarding the USCIS but I dont know about the NVC. 

 

Can you please guide me regarding how to do it?


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2014-02-08 10:24:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsMy 129F and I-130 have been approved but have a doubt.

Both the beneficiary and petitioner can call the NVC. My husband, the USC, did not call them a single time. I dealt with all the NVC paperwork. He also never called the USCIS either for that matter, but thay was because we were appproved within his personal set timeframe. Lol

Thank you so much NLR, you made my day. My wife (USC)  is very  very busy, and she has asked me if I could do it. your reply will make her happy.

 

Thank you once again, and I am very sorry that I saw your reply very late. 


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2014-02-05 13:27:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsMy 129F and I-130 have been approved but have a doubt.

 

I am hesitant to weigh in again, as you not update your timeline.

I have updated my timeline. My case was approved and sent to NVC on December 30th, 2013.. Plz tell me can the beneficiary call the NVC or only the US Citizen can Call?


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2014-01-22 14:25:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsMy 129F and I-130 have been approved but have a doubt.

so, refactor your plan after both casefiles arrive at NVC.

Darnell, I need a guidance, I have not yet called  the NVC for the  case number and inn. Just wanted to ask whether the beneficiary can call the NVC and ask for the case number or it is just The US citizen the petitioner that has to call the NVC?


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2014-01-21 09:10:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsMy 129F and I-130 have been approved but have a doubt.

Yes Darnell, I will keep u all updated. And a special Thanks to you. You have been very helpful to me, and many others who are lacking knowledge in this hard long journey to meet their loved ones. God Bless you. aye? aye?


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2014-01-02 13:05:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsMy 129F and I-130 have been approved but have a doubt.

You do not have a k3 visa until after an interview.... you are trying for the k3 path. As darnell has stated, things may change when you get to the NVC. Keep us updated! smile.png

I will keep u all updated. Thank you for your support and guidance.


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2014-01-01 21:45:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsMy 129F and I-130 have been approved but have a doubt.

Which petition was approved?

Both I-129f and I -130 Have been approved. U have applied for a K-3 Visa.


Looks like he has k3 visa.
And it's good news ur case is shipped to NVC.
Just call and ask them for case number and inn.
And then pay fees and send paper work.


Exactly! we have a K-3 Visa. and thank you very much for replying and guiding. 


Wich visa ur applying for ? and when did u submit ur visa ? 

We have applied for a K-3 Visa on Feb, 27th. 


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2014-01-01 02:35:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsMy 129F and I-130 have been approved but have a doubt.

On December 30, 2013, we shipped this approved or re-affirmed case to the Department of State for visa processing. For more information, please contact them directly. 


For approved applications/petitions, post-decision activity may include USCIS sending notification of the approved application/petition to the National Visa Center or the Department of State.  For denied applications/petitions, post-decision activity may include the processing of an appeal and/or motions to reopen or reconsider and revocations.


 

 

 

 

What do they mean by the above paragarphs? when will be our case be going to the NVC?


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2013-12-30 12:56:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsReceived letter from NVC to chose an Agent

If you have that letter you are on the CR1 path now, not the K3.

 

The agent, should be the petitioner since they have a US address, even though the NVC communicates through Email.

 

I suggest going to this post, reading the first two posts of the thread and any questions you can ask, after reading those first two posts and the links, can be asked there..

 

http://www.visajourn...ers-march-2014/

 

 

 

Thank you so much Once Again, NLR.

 you dont know how important is your guidance to me?  I will get back to you if I have some more doubts


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2014-03-11 12:38:00
K-3 Spousal Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsReceived letter from NVC to chose an Agent

Hi everybody,  Just received a letter from NVC to get in touch with the NVC by filing Form D-261 online choice of address, and agent.

 

I just wanted to ask, what if the beneficiary was made the agent instead of the USC? What does has the agent (beneficiary) has to do then?

 

Yeah.. I know seems a stupid question but, want to be very clear, before I could go head. I need the expertise of you all guys.

 

 

Thank you...


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2014-03-10 12:21:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)PCC Lists Wife as Single

They did the same thing to me. but dont worry, the PCC will not mention whether you are Single or married.

 

So be cool.... dont worry.....


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2014-06-13 23:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsYAAAAAY!!! APPROVED!!!!

June filer Transfered to Texas on 12/20/13 and approved today 1/13/14. So excited I don't know what to do with myself. kicking.gifdancin5hr.gifkicking.gifdancin5hr.gifkicking.gif   dancin5hr.gif Can't wait for my wife to wake up so I share the news with her. Hang in there guys and gals it will come thru for you.

Congrats..... lets party.....


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2014-01-15 13:19:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsYAY Got Visa approval

So my husband went to his interview at the Paris embassy, and we got approved for the visa. Want to thank this site for helping me file the papers correctly and I want to thank God for this journey! I will post the question shortly, when he tells me. Good luck to everyone else, it is worth the wait! 

 

God bless you all on your journey dancin5hr.gif luv.gif content.gif rolleyes.gif

hey hey hey..... Congrats..... plz wish me that we too get the visa approval soon.secret7vf.gif kicking.gif jest.gif


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2014-02-05 13:19:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - June 2014

Hello guys..Interview scheduled for July 18th...  :joy:  :clock:


Edited by Vinishamahesh, 18 June 2014 - 01:29 AM.

VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2014-06-18 01:24:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - July 2014

I too am facing a similar problem like yours? did anyone say anything about how long does it take to change the status from single to married filing separately?

I realized this very late, Now my interview is on July 18th, I guess I have no option but to postpone my interview till the Tax Return is amended.


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2014-07-09 12:00:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNVC Filers - July 2014

Please enlighten me on this thing????????????

I too am facing a similar problem like yours? did anyone say anything about how long does it take to change the status from single to married filing separately?


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2014-07-09 11:58:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNVC Process

First of all make sure you read the NVC Process here:http://www.visajourn...vc-guides-faqs/

Most of your questions are already answered there. Now let me answer your questions individually (although others have already responded to all of them):

1. You can send the civil documents from India directly to NVC. Use a reliable shipper (like DHL) so you can track it. Make sure the Bar Coded sheet is at the top of this package. DHL will take about 2 days to reach.

2. Do not wait for emails from NVC. Go to the CEAC website (Payment Portal) and pay the AOS fee of $88. Also, after your DS261 (you said you completed DS260, that is probably incorrect) is processed (about 2 weeks) you will be able to pay the IV fee.

The I-864 is a fillable pdf form. You can fill it on the computer, print it, sign it (black ink). They want your original signature on it. Do not forget to attach - Tax Transcripts, employment letter, pay stubs etc, and also the bar coded sheet on the top.

Finally, come join us in the NVC Filers - April 2014 thread where others like you (whose files are at NVC) are discussing very similar topics.

Thank you so much for your very useful guidance. I will definetly join the thread, I was wondering why my questions were not being displayed like before?. But now I know.


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2014-04-20 11:48:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNVC Process

Hi everyone....

 

1) Now that we have completed the D260 online and submitted, we have to send the supporting civil documents. Can my husband (benificiary) send it directly to NVC from INDIA or he has to send it to me (Petitioner) and then I should send it to the NVC?

 

2) Should we pay the AOS fees of $88 now or do we have to wait for the NVC to inform us when should we pay? do we have to fill the AOS form online or we have to download the I-864, fill it, print it, sign and then send it to the NVC?

 

 

One  more thing, how long does it take the NVC to approve and accept the D260? because as we submitted it was showing that it will take 30 working days. really? and how long does the AOS take to be accepted by the NVC.

 

 

KIndly give you expert opinions on this one, everybody has been a great help in this very long journey, I hope everyone filing for the Visa to US is admiring the help of all you guys in the same way...


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2014-04-12 06:24:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHow to send the I-864 form

thank you everyone for clearing my doubts...

 

God Bless You all....


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2014-04-20 11:40:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresHow to send the I-864 form

Hi everybody...

 

 

how to send the I-864 AOS form? We have paid the IV fees and submitted the DS260 Form, yet to submit the civil documents.

 

I wanted to ask that do we have to wait until the NVC asks us to pay the ASO fees? now the online ceac.state.gov is showing that we need to pay the AOS fees, but we did not receive and intimation from the NVC that we have to pay, like they did when we had to pay IV fees...

 

 

One more thing is that, I understand that once we pay the AOS fees, we need to send the I-864 along with the Reuired documents such as IRS Transcripts and employment letter and pay stubs etc..But I remember reading some where that the beneficiary too has to carry the AOS to the interview in his/her country.

 

Please i will be very thankful if anyone could clear my doubts...

 

thank you.. :clock:


VinishamaheshNot TellingIndia2014-04-14 12:50:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionembassy of Madrid
Dear samirsashasafi
I want to thank you for your answer. You are of big help. We will wait for the interview appoitment in the mail, hopefully my fiance will get it real soon! We are so happy for you guys and want to wish you the best in your marriage. May God bless your life together :)

ElisanMaleSpain2013-06-27 20:51:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionembassy of Madrid
Hello, my fiance sent the DS230 and the check list from package #3 back to the Madrid embassy. He called them to ask how to get an appoitment and they said to email the embassy. then I called from the US and they told me it will come in the mail in package 4. So I see you are saying they will send it in the mail so that means he just has to wait for it right? I just want to make sure we are doing things right and we dont waist anymore time since this process has already taken 11 months and still not done. I appreciate your help if you can get back to me :)
ElisanMaleSpain2013-06-22 20:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsSo happy
Congrats!!! God help us all. We have been waiting for our NOA2 for 8 months and no news yet :(
ElisanMaleSpain2013-04-04 11:46:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNOA2 finally 8 months later..VSC..
Congrats!!! Good luck with the rest of the process. August 8 VSC filer, so I have been waiting 8 months too. God please help us all !!!!!
ElisanMaleSpain2013-04-04 11:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsAugust 2012 filers!

Yes you can take it and yes you will take it because the love of your life is so worth it!

It's Monday again, come on folks lets try keeping upbeat. You just never know, miracles do sometimes happen.

I know Oregon. I will wait my whole life for him. Thank you for your words
ElisanMaleSpain2013-04-15 18:09:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsAugust 2012 filers!

I guess I will finally join in the gripe sessions.....This sucks **S... aug 13 filer,, I sent a request to my state senator John MCCain 2 weeks ago.. no response, no update, still cant file a service request...I will wait forever to be with my baby, but this is rediculous. My fiance has a hard time understanding why I cant spend the $1,000 or so to come see her again and risk not having the money available when they do approve us. Good luck everyone!!

:help:

I know the feeling. I filed august 8 and haven't seen my fiance for 9 months. The flights are so expensive to go see him. So we we trying to save every penny we can for when we get approve. Good luck to you and your fiance. God bless.
ElisanMaleSpain2013-04-15 18:07:00