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[psiprez 3]

NO NO NO NO NO!!!!!!!!!!

Why didn't anyone tell us NOT to send Packet 3 back Return Receipt?????

Virtually everyone who sent theirs back the week we had have gotten their interview dates, some as early as June 9th.

I just got off the phone with the State Dept, hoping to hear that the date has been assigned, but no. The person I spoke with was surprised we hadn't gotten a date, but soon figured out why. She said that sending it signature required to London can add UP TO TWO MONTHS to the wait for an interview date. Then, you need to wait for the interview itself!!!

That means our interview could be 4 MONTHS FROM NOW.

Why why why do WE get stuck with these stupid delays??

I told him to mail off a second copy in the regular mail, as it will most likely get processed BEFORE the original set. But he is working 12 hour days for the next two weeks, and cannot get to the post office at all until after then. That means we will lose AT LEAST another month in this process.

I cannot take it. I cannot. I'm ready to give it here for good.

[greeneyedgirlfl 0]

I'm so sorry to hear that, Karen...hopefully they're just padding the time to cover themselves...

[Saffyre 0]

NO NO NO NO NO!!!!!!!!!!

Why didn't anyone tell us NOT to send Packet 3 back Return Receipt?????

Virtually everyone who sent theirs back the week we had have gotten their interview dates, some as early as June 9th.

I just got off the phone with the State Dept, hoping to hear that the date has been assigned, but no. The person I spoke with was surprised we hadn't gotten a date, but soon figured out why. She said that sending it signature required to London can add UP TO TWO MONTHS to the wait for an interview date. Then, you need to wait for the interview itself!!!

That means our interview could be 4 MONTHS FROM NOW.

Why why why do WE get stuck with these stupid delays??

I told him to mail off a second copy in the regular mail, as it will most likely get processed BEFORE the original set. But he is working 12 hour days for the next two weeks, and cannot get to the post office at all until after then. That means we will lose AT LEAST another month in this process.

I cannot take it. I cannot. I'm ready to give it here for good.

If it makes you feel better, I sent my P3 back with signiture requested and I got my interview date within 2 weeks. I dont think it'll delay you. I got my date very fast.

[psiprez 3]

If it makes you feel better, I sent my P3 back with signiture requested and I got my interview date within 2 weeks. I dont think it'll delay you. I got my date very fast.

It does make me feel better. I still have hope. That's all I can have, right?

[KitEEgirl 0]

Thank you!

Still no news of the NVC receiving your petition?

Congratulations!

KitEEgirl - I know! Where on earth did May go? And a pre-emptive happy birthday! I'm 25 this summer, too.

Sal - aw, that was so good of your doctor! I have a real fear of doctors (in spite of, or perhaps because , my brother and aunt are doctors) so I enjoy hearing about doctors who are lovely and helpful. Good luck dealing with Knightsbridge.

[KitEEgirl 0]

I forgot to tell you guys this..

We went to get our marriage license on Friday. I first called them on the phone to make sure we had all the necessary paperwork. When we got there, they said, "oh no you didn't tell us he was on a work visa".. I said.. why would I tell you he was? He's here on a fiance visa.. "Well his social security card says otherwise!"... ummmmmmm no his social security card says he's not eligible to work.. LOOK AT HIS VISA!

After some bickering and some phone calls to the boss, they got it resolved. We live in a little hick town and they probably haven't seen many cases like ours...but come on! The United States government approved us, no way it little Putnam County, TN going to tell me no

THEN we went to the bank to find out why he hasn't received his bank card and stuff yet. So they looked up our account and it turns out they didn't even put HIS name on our account, but rather was what immediately under his picture on his passport (the name of his birth city). This was after they argued with me that a passport isn't valid ID.. I guess I upset that guy so much that he really screwed up. According to the bank, my fiance's name is now "Stadt Bottrop" which translated from German means city of Bottrop (where he is from). The bank clerk we spoke with on Friday was cracking up at the other branch's mistake. They finally sorted everything out, but still!

Tomorrow he's going to try to get a driver's license issued.... This should be funny

[dbears 1]

If it makes you feel better, I sent my P3 back with signiture requested and I got my interview date within 2 weeks. I dont think it'll delay you. I got my date very fast.

It does make me feel better. I still have hope. That's all I can have, right?

You will get that interview date soon Karen.

Nicole: everything's going great for you guys.. and Marco has a new name, what a way to start a new life

Ricky, called up USEM earlier today and they told him that our visa was finally approved for issuance last Thursday, May 29 and is already with the delivery company... I recieved a text from the delivery company that our visa are in transit to our place already so I am hoping and praying to receive it anytime this week.

[Alex & Rachel 78]

I forgot to tell you guys this..

We went to get our marriage license on Friday. I first called them on the phone to make sure we had all the necessary paperwork. When we got there, they said, "oh no you didn't tell us he was on a work visa".. I said.. why would I tell you he was? He's here on a fiance visa.. "Well his social security card says otherwise!"... ummmmmmm no his social security card says he's not eligible to work.. LOOK AT HIS VISA!

After some bickering and some phone calls to the boss, they got it resolved. We live in a little hick town and they probably haven't seen many cases like ours...but come on! The United States government approved us, no way it little Putnam County, TN going to tell me no

THEN we went to the bank to find out why he hasn't received his bank card and stuff yet. So they looked up our account and it turns out they didn't even put HIS name on our account, but rather was what immediately under his picture on his passport (the name of his birth city). This was after they argued with me that a passport isn't valid ID.. I guess I upset that guy so much that he really screwed up. According to the bank, my fiance's name is now "Stadt Bottrop" which translated from German means city of Bottrop (where he is from). The bank clerk we spoke with on Friday was cracking up at the other branch's mistake. They finally sorted everything out, but still!

Tomorrow he's going to try to get a driver's license issued.... This should be funny

Oh man! Sorry, all of it must be really awkward and tedious to have to deal with, but his 'new' name is just so funny!

Good luck with getting a driver's license!

NVC have received my petition, I just don't have the exact date from Alex to enter into my timeline. I should ask him!

[dbears 1]

NVC have received my petition, I just don't have the exact date from Alex to enter into my timeline. I should ask him!

SO happy for you Rachel, it should be super fast now, usually our papers only stay a day or two at the NVC and off it goes to embassy.

[dbears 1]

FINALLY!!! VISA in Hand 6:20 PM, June 3, Philippine time.... WOOHOO!! I am soo Happy!

Of course, I won't be leaving till 1st week of September but still I am really happy that I now have the visa in my hands and we could finally purchase the ticket and finalize our plans... and most importantly, I won't have to deal with embassy people here in my home country anymore.

Praise be to GOD always!!! (F)

Edited June 3, 2008 by dbears

[Cecile and Bryan 0]

Congratulations dbears!

Now make sure you keep your passport in a safe place, so you don't lose it during the summer!

[Herolmounia 0]

FINALLY!!! VISA in Hand 6:20 PM, June 3, Philippine time.... WOOHOO!! I am soo Happy!

Of course, I won't be leaving till 1st week of September but still I am really happy that I now have the visa in my hands and we could finally purchase the ticket and finalize our plans... and most importantly, I won't have to deal with embassy people here in my home country anymore.

Praise be to GOD always!!! (F)

Big congratulations Gaye you deserve it

so happy for you!

[Alex & Rachel 78]

Congratulations dbears! :dance:

I'm so glad you finally have your visa! Now you still have to wait, but at least in the meantime you have no more visa issues to worry you!

[TRELAWNY PARISH 10]

Just wanted to wish everyone a happy Sunday!!! Last week of school for me (then next week is summer school), so I have to do a mountain of planning this weekend!

Dawn, you are just the perfect person to ask.

Classes in Johnston county, NC would start August 25 but I am seriously considering going to the US first week of september when ticket prices become considerably cheaper. My question is: Do you think it is ok for the kids to miss out the first 3-4 weeks of school? Do you think they would still be able to cope up with lessons? (My daughter is 10, would be 11 next november, while my son is 8, would be 9 by september.) Do you think it would be ok for the kids to attend school 3rd or 4th week of september then be absent on Oct. 3 or would it be better for them to start school till after october 3 when everything has finally been settled, including the wedding.

I have talked to the kids and they said they are ok with going there on september, though they would actually rather stay here till next year or even till after they finish grade school (which is sooo out of the question ). Classes here starts next week and the kids would still be going to thier old school here June-July so they will be occupied while waiting and also be able to spend more time with their friends in school.

Any inputs you could share would be greatly appreciated.

Good Morning;

When I came to this country 29 years ago I started school 2 months late. I have a lot of family members that came to the states and started school in the middle of the semester. They'll be fine. Wishing you the best.

One Love,

Trelawny

[dbears 1]

Congratulations dbears!

Now make sure you keep your passport in a safe place, so you don't lose it during the summer!

Thanks for the reminders Cez, I'm keeping the mysterious brown envelop in a secure place also where the rats wont get it.

Big congratulations Gaye you deserve it

so happy for you!

Thanks Mounia... we all deserve our visa coz we all deserve to be happy with the person we have chosen to love.

Congratulations dbears!

I'm so glad you finally have your visa! Now you still have to wait, but at least in the meantime you have no more visa issues to worry you!

Thank you Rach.. that is soo true... at least I can focus now on really spending quality time with my family and friends and also in looking for wedding gown designs.

Good Morning;

When I came to this country 29 years ago I started school 2 months late. I have a lot of family members that came to the states and started school in the middle of the semester. They'll be fine. Wishing you the best.

One Love,

Trelawny

Thanks a lot Trew, this has helped lessen my worries.