How long for the Embassy to process packets??

[getosled 0]

I tracked (from the NVC going to Manila) my packet with DHL, it arrived the morning of the 18th, how long does it take to process the packet in the system so i can schedule a appointment date for my fiancee?

Edited September 22, 2009 by getosled

[AbbynSheryl 0]

u can call the embassy now and ask them if u can set an interview date, good luck, abby n sheryl

[getosled 0]

I did and I wasted one of my calls using the PIN number I purchased I only have on eleft..

[thepizzadude 26]

A week is generally plenty of time, but sometimes it takes longer. Your pin will PROBABLY work more than 2x like they say I know of many many many people who used it alot more than what they tell you it's good for.

[marriedtomrg 141]

The USC fiance can call the Department of State (DOS) at (202) 663-1225 (press 1 then 0) to find out if the US Embassy has entered your file into their system. If they say YES, then call the US Embassy for the interview appointment. You don't have to wait a week. Our file was delivered September 14. I got the appointment September 17. Calling the DOS first before calling the Embassy is a cheaper alternative.

Edited September 22, 2009 by marriedtomrg

[edp333 9]

Back when I tracked DHL to USEM the shipments were 80 pounds. A week should be enough time though even if your petition was towrd the bottom of the box.

[newlyweds 0]

give about 2 weeks to call who knows you might find out she will be good to have the interview scheduled already

my packet arrived in the embassy aug.6 (i tracked it thru DHL) when i called around aug.18, i asked i f i can schedule an interview the lady said i can and that the soonest would be aug.27, then i received the letter from the embassy on aug.22

i suggest the beneficiary in the philippines call for the interview schedule it will save you money actually. it costs 55 pesos per minute and if she has everything ready then she will justhave to call once for a few minutes, so saves you the $$

she'll just call through a PLDT or smart landline other phone companies cannot get through

[getosled 0]

Not worried about the money! I make it to spend, but at the same time I like deals I already paid for the pin so there is no need for her to call. ill wait till later this week then call back.. Thanks for all the advice...

[AMTDP 0]

Not worried about the money! I make it to spend, but at the same time I like deals I already paid for the pin so there is no need for her to call. ill wait till later this week then call back.. Thanks for all the advice...

hi! May i know how u track the it from NVC to Manila embassy?Thanks

[XR600SM 0]

Even calling the Dept. of State is not foolproof. I called the embassy and got the run around, called DOS and was told it was processed and the letter sent out. Called back to the embassy the next night and scheduled the interview for 1 week later. Meanwhile, my fiancee received the letter than she can schedule her interview. Arrived on interview day and was rescheduled for 3 days later because she was not in the system. She already had her medical 2 weeks earlier as well.