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Anyone from TSC K1 fiance please comment when you get a case number!!

Not sure either...called DOS and NVC today..they say they don't have it. But reading Queen's post, who knows. I emailed my Congressman today - if I don't hear anything from him by Wednesday, I will call his office. Have you tried your Congressman/woman yet?

I also called NVC yesterday evening and received the same 8 weeks BS. I haven't tried contacting the confressman's office yet thinking what different news they will be able to provide while NVC is saying 8 weeks and USCIS hasn't event forwarded our case yet.

pacharya

Male

Australia

2013-07-16 08:33:00

Anyone from TSC K1 fiance please comment when you get a case number!!

I feel a bit lost...TSC transfer from MAy, NOA2 6/25 and on a tight timeframe..I'm not sure if I should be calling NVC tonight or USCIS to find out when my case is being sent and why it's not entered. I never got the email that my case was "re-affirmed". I'm losing patience.

I am in the same boat. The only difference is that my case was approved 3 days after yours and I also didn't receive any e-mail or status update on my case. Not sure what to do.

pacharya

Male

Australia

2013-07-15 11:21:00

Anyone from TSC K1 fiance please comment when you get a case number!!

I wonder if our files instead had stayed at Vermont, would we have to go through this VSC to TSC then TSC to VSC then VSC to TSC again and then TSC to NVC? This is just ridiculous. Is no one at USCIS Service Centers sane enough to realize this is a mess? Really ?

pacharya

Male

Australia

2013-07-12 15:21:00

Anyone from TSC K1 fiance please comment when you get a case number!!

Entire process is such a mess. I just wish there was someone who could realize what emotional situation this whole mess creates. So tired of it.

pacharya

Male

Australia

2013-07-12 11:15:00

Anyone from TSC K1 fiance please comment when you get a case number!!

Waiting still! The petition after mine moved from initial review all the way to shipped to NVC last night

Couple of them before mine are also moved all the way to NVC. But 5 after mine all have RFE so I guess I can't complain

pacharya

Male

Australia

2013-07-11 09:59:00

Very helpful. Thank you!

Jeffrey S

Not Telling

Russia

2013-04-27 20:06:00

I was under the impression that she could wait until arriving in Moscow a couple of days before the interview to do the medical, is that not the case?

Edited by Jeffrey S, 27 April 2013 - 05:51 PM.

Jeffrey S

Not Telling

Russia

2013-04-27 17:47:00

If U have received your NOA2 then your papers get sent to National VISA CENTER---- a week after that,or so, your papers get shipped by DHL to Moscow ( you can track your shipment) (look up DHL shipment on this site)--------after Moscow recieves they will send an e-mail to you and your fiance w intructions for scheduling-----THEN you can schedule.

Wonderful... Thank you very much.

Jeffrey S

Not Telling

Russia

2013-04-26 11:42:00

Please see our "consulate interview" response-----It will go well--be prepared and be "to the point"

It is an experience worth having. Good luck

At what point can I contact the consulate to schedule an interview?

Jeffrey S

Not Telling

Russia

2013-04-25 21:01:00

Please see the Moscow Embassy instructions--- Petitioner is "encouraged" to attend and I recommended that.. Mike

Thank you Mike, that is good to know! I intend to attend.

Jeffrey S

Not Telling

Russia

2013-04-25 20:09:00

I have seen on this site where the petitioner has stated that he was able to attend the interview at the Moscow embassy, however I see on the embassy website that the petitioner is not allowed to attend. Is there any members here that can shed some light on this discrepancy?

Thank you.

Jeffrey S

Not Telling

Russia

2013-04-25 18:11:00

In RUB countries, the only way to get anything done is to pay a bit. If you do not pay, they will do absolutely nothing and make up all kinds of excuses if you call them. You'll be lucky if they actually do their job in a few months. If you slip them some cash, all problems magically disappear and everything can get done pretty quickly.

I am certainly not opposed to the idea but my fiance seems to think since the document is coming from Moscow there is no way to speed it up. Thoughts?

I am surprised at the lack of response to my original question, I would like to hear from a few more members as to how long their wait was.

Thanks!

Jeffrey S

Not Telling

Russia

2013-05-09 17:47:00

Is it possible that there are two types of police reports, a local and Federal or national police report in Russia? She said it is coming from Moscow, I would have thought the local police could have generated something rather quickly.

Any feedback is appreciated.

Jeffrey S

Not Telling

Russia

2013-05-07 12:10:00

A little "consideration" will quicken the process.

Are you suggesting a little money to grease the wheels?

Jeffrey S

Not Telling

Russia

2013-05-07 11:28:00

My fiancee lives in Bratsk, she applied for a police certificate 6 weeks ago and still nothing, I would like to know what others have experienced with this,. Seems a bit loing to me.

Thank you.

Jeffrey S

Not Telling

Russia

2013-05-06 23:42:00

Parental Consent Form for a Minor Immigrating to the US

My fiancee got a letter to take her daughter on vacation to Mexico from Russia, she was convinced she would need it, no one ever asked to see it.

Jeffrey S

Not Telling

Russia

2013-05-18 23:07:00

Interview help needed

The Russian embassy does not automatically mail a packet.... they expect you to do it all online.... if you send them an email and request them to mail your fiancé a packet, they will...... as for interview dtes, they only ope a few weeks at a time... you have to just wait..... .. I got tired of waiting, so we decided when we wanted to go to Moscow, we made our travel plans, and waited.. check the website every day, then sign up when you see the dateyou want.... this worked out well for us..

Does Moscow schedule interviews everyday Mon thru Fri or only certain days?

Jeffrey S

Not Telling

Russia

2013-05-15 20:20:00

Police & Birth Certificate Translation

Yes they need to be translated. I have been using a company called Trustforte for this, they have been very professional and quick, I think they are in New York.

Jeffrey S

Not Telling

Russia

2013-06-01 01:41:00

Still waiting for Russian police report

Thank you for the posts, she is going to start calling and trying to track it down. She is from Bratsk and has always lived there so it surely will show up soon..

Jeffrey S

Not Telling

Russia

2013-05-13 01:01:00

Still waiting for Russian police report

My fiancee requested a police report in her hometown in Russia nearly eight weeks ago, I was not expecting such a long wait. I would like to hear comments from others that have gone through this process in Russia and get your experience to see if this is common or if there might be a problem.

Thanks!

Jeffrey S

Not Telling

Russia

2013-05-11 18:52:00

Why would a Russian be denied K1 visa at interview?

Welcome, I too have a Russian fiance and have read lots of comentary about the interview process at the Moscow embassy, I have not heard anything negative regarding Moscow, in fact most have been rather complimentary of the staff and the process. Most of the members on here will tell you not to use an attorney and it may not be necessary, however I found a Russian woman (attorney) in New York that I really like and she has been so helpful! It has also been very helpful that she can speak Russian with my fiance regarding the important details of this process, it has definitely smoothed out the bumbs for me. If you are interested I will provide you with her contact info. But to answer your question I think you will be fine.

Jeffrey S

Not Telling

Russia

2013-03-28 12:06:00

Nice! My NOA2 is 2 days after yours. Hopefully NVC has received my petition too! I plan on calling them wednesday when its officially 2 weeks, hopefully i get good news. Goodluck on the next step!

Speedy Journey For All....

Sarah&Murat

Female

Turkey

2013-07-06 12:14:00

Congratulations. Moving on along with you at this point. File sent to Ankara from NVC June 28th

Congrats!

I am hoping and pray our journey will be a quick one so we can be will our loved one.

Sarah&Murat

Female

Turkey

2013-07-06 08:06:00

you are so lucky :-) congrats :-)

Thank You... Wishing ALL a quick and speedy Visa Journey!

Great News Guys, I am doing the happy dance for you I hope we are not to far behind you. Keep us posted

Hugs

Thank You! Tag me for updates, we should move through the process quicker now.... our experiences may help you.

Sarah&Murat

Female

Turkey

2013-07-03 17:47:00

Did you email the DS-3032 yet?

I found this very helpful when I was at the NVC stage;

http://www.visajourn...he_NVC_ShortCut

Also the FAQ on this thread is extremely helpful.

http://www.visajourn...ilers-may-2013/

What do I do after my case number is assigned?
Get the IIN from an operator (ask for the 'Invoice Identification Number', not IIN). If you are doing online forms (check eligibility in the first post), also ask for the Beneficiary Identification Number (BIN). Give over the email addresses of the beneficiary and petitioner. Email the DS-3032 (from the beneficiary's email address) following the template linked above. If you are doing EP, then send the optin email. If you are doing online forms, send the DS-261 online (may take a day or two before you can sign onto the online forms portal).

This is great for a married SPOUSE application and will help others as far as information, however, our application is a K-1 I-209f Fiance.

Sarah&Murat

Female

Turkey

2013-07-03 17:43:00

Your fiancé should receive an email from Ankara once they receive the file from NVC.

You can view the K1 instructions on the Embassy website http://turkey.usemba...visa_forms.html

I would start getting all of the paperwork together if you have not done so already.

Congratulations!

Thank you for the helpful link, I appreciate your posting.

Sarah&Murat

Female

Turkey

2013-07-02 18:51:00

Great News Guys, I am doing the happy dance for you I hope we are not to far behind you. Keep us posted

Hugs

Thank You.

Sarah&Murat

Female

Turkey

2013-07-02 15:15:00

K-1 I-209F

NOA1 March 11,2013

NOA2 June 24, 2013

NVC Received July 1, 2013

Given File Number July 2, 2013

Excited and dazed.... What do I do next? I have the file number.... please advise with your knowledge, any information would be greatly appreciated.

How long does it take to process at the Embassy? (Ankara) When should I expect him home? I have so many questions but am filled with excitement! Yay!

Sarah&Murat

Female

Turkey

2013-07-02 07:46:00

Just Got NVC Case Number

I can't answer the OP's question, but I think there is some confusion in this thread due to the fact that the OP is filing IR-1/Cr-1 whereas the other poster is filing K-1. Different process for different visas.

Okay, good. I thought I was missing something important. Thanks for clarifying.

Sarah&Murat

Female

Turkey

2013-07-02 15:03:00

Just Got NVC Case Number

we need Case number and invoice identification number so we can pay online our fee.. am i right? anybody their corrected me please if i am right..

Yes, Please, someone tell us... because I do not know. Thanks!

Sarah&Murat

Female

Turkey

2013-07-02 13:25:00

Just Got NVC Case Number

I have just gotten NVC number too... I don't know anything about invoice notification number? What is it used for and why is it needed?

Sarah&Murat

Female

Turkey

2013-07-02 13:03:00

Our file is in transit from NVC to the Embassy... July 18, 2013

Thank you so much for sharing your experiences, it helps to know what to expect when our turn comes around. Praying our time will be quick and that we will be together soon! Today is his birthday... Happy Birthday My Love!!! (If You Are Reading THis) Wish I was there with him to celebrate, time goes by and we have missed so much already this year... Hoping before next year we will have many many more good memories we will share together.

Your new life together here in the U.S. has just begun jdba, congratulations and wish you the best!

Sarah&Murat

Female

Turkey

2013-07-18 18:00:00

Thank you so much for sharing your experiences, it helps to know what to expect when our turn comes around. Praying our time will be quick and that we will be together soon! Today is his birthday... Happy Birthday My Love!!! (If You Are Reading THis) Wish I was there with him to celebrate, time goes by and we have missed so much already this year... Hoping before next year we will have many many more good memories we will share together.

Your new life together here in the U.S. has just begun jdba, congratulations and wish you the best!

My file was not really "missing" any thing but they wanted a copy of my passports showing all entry/exit dates to Turkey. I had taken 2 trips there. Originally I sent a copy of my passport to the USCIS. But I only sent copies of my eticket and boarding pass plus receipts and pictures from my 2nd trip (in March) with my husband to his interview. I was really pissed since this is not required but this only held up his visa one week.

I know of another person who's interview June 3 and is still waiting. The embassy only told him to send "more proof". I am thankful they at least told us what to send.

I have never heard of AP before the interview. But I'm new to this. Hopefully this means you wont have to worry about AP after the interview.

All I can say is make sure you have lots of Proof at the interview. Specially if he plans to do his interview in Turkish. The Turkish lady at the embassy asks lots of questions and asks for lots of Proof. I sent 2 folders 1.5 inches thick each. Chat records,snap shots from skype, pictures, letters, cards, western union receipts, flower receipts, plane tickets, boarding passes, hotel receipts, pictures with his family, Plus pictures from our wedding. She looked at everything and asked questions about them. We practiced over 40 questions about me, my family and work. So my husband was ready. Just make sure he knows everything for the interview and is comfortable answering the questions.

Sarah&Murat

Female

Turkey

2013-07-12 03:21:00

You said there must be something missing... What was you missing from yours that they wanted? I called them today and was told that every application goes through additional processing, that my case is normal and that once they are done getting everything in order, it is assembled and packaged to go to the Embassy.

How long of a wait to you forsee others going through AP in the future? I really wish that NVC will hurry up and get busy with our case files, I really miss my love! And knowing we are so close to being together, just to be held up by technicalities that should have been done when USCIS had our files for how many months???

Anyway, I appreciate you posting this information, it is very useful and thank you!

jdba, congrats on your journey and getting the visa you much deserve and needed. Wishing you the best in life and keep us updated please. It gives us hope, the one's who are still waiting.

Here is an updated list of the % of people in AP as of the start of May to this week. Many visas have been issued. I am thinking most were like us and missing something. I think those from May are truly AP. Maybe also those from early June Depending how long it takes a person to return the needed papers could be true AP.

4/29 ? 5/3

                                                % In AP

IR1          1              1              100%

K1           2              1              50%

cr1          3              0              0%

5/6 ? 5/10

IR1          12           7              58%                        1 refused

K1           12           3              25%

cr1          2              0              0%



5/13 ? 5/17

cr1          10           3              30%

K1           14           3              21%

ir1           12           9              75%

5/20 ? 5/25

cr1          9              7              78%

K1           4              4              100%

IR1          2              2              100%

5/27 ? 5/31

cr1          9              5              56%

K1           5              5              100%

IR1          3              2              67%

6/3 - 6/7

CR1        20           4              20%

K1           4              2              50%

IR1          9              1              11% 1 returned to NVC

6/10 ? 6/14

CR1        21           9              43%

IR1          10           5              50%

K1           3              0              0%

6/17 ? 6/21

CR1        19           8              42%        1 refused

IR1          6              4              67%

K1           4              0              0%



6/24 ? 6/28

CR1        20           9              45%

IR1          9              3              33%

K1           4              1              25%

7/1 ? 7/5

CR1        1              0              0%

IR1          none

K1           4              3              75%



7/8 ? 7/12

CR1        2              0              0%

IR1          1              1              100%

K1           6              5              83%

Sarah&Murat

Female

Turkey

2013-07-11 21:17:00

ap on the nvc level is minimal and quick.. have not seen any major hangups there.. it is really at the embassy where it gets ugly

Thank you Stevie for posting a response.

Sarah&Murat

Female

Turkey

2013-07-09 00:06:00

I have not read of AP on the NVC level, so lets hope it will be over very soon. Stay positive, you're almost there :-)

Thank you for the positive response, greatly appreciated!

Sarah&Murat

Female

Turkey

2013-07-09 00:02:00

The day my status changed to AP was actually the day the Consulate sent out P3. I didn't even realize NVC had already sent the file to the Consulate.

I called back really late and had spoken to a gentleman on the phone who said he sees no admin or additional processing. He says from what he can see, which is limited, is that the case is being geared up to the last mechanisms of preparing for the Embassy. Also, he said that last week was a holiday and it kind of has a slow down affect for a brief while. So hopefully we will hear good news on our case soon.

I also checked DHL waybill and late late today there was a shipment from NVC to our Embassy... I hope it is ours!

Thanks for your reply, much appreciated.

Sarah&Murat

Female

Turkey

2013-07-08 23:58:00

Oh, this is so nice... Lovely...<------ (being sarcastic) I don't know if I want to melt down and cry or go scream out the back door in anguish..... Just called NVC and found out that it is on "Administrative Processing." I have read that some people have been on Administrative Processing since May, as if the wait for USCIS isn't long enough of a wait to begin with (some more than others)... it feels like agony and the tears are really hard to keep in at the moment...

I am interested in positive uplifting responses if anyone has them. This whole long process from start to non-finish has a way of beating us all to a pulp before we even get to the actual visa opportunity stage. <Sigh>

Sarah&Murat

Female

Turkey

2013-07-08 18:35:00

https://ceac.state.g...ker/Status.aspx

In Transit

This is the NVC/ DOS Website you can check your status. I do not know anything about reaffirmed petitions, sorry I cannot help you in that department.

Wishing you a speedy journey!

Good news!!! How do you check the NVC website? I am waiting to see if they received our reaffirmed petition.

Sarah&Murat

Female

Turkey

2013-07-18 21:03:00