May 2008 Filers

[NicoleX08 1]

S_AL, I thought you were approved already, did you send in another I-130?

[S_AL_ 1]

S_AL, I thought you were approved already, did you send in another I-130?

Yes NicoleX08 we were approved last month...and were half way through at NVC but then had some complications with the marriage certificate and the Embassy told us to re-file. Back to Base 1 unfortunately but it's fine. Everything happens for our betterment.

You too should not worry about your petition. Panic only if its been six months and you have not heard from them.

[NicoleX08 1]

OH ok that makes sense. Will they do yours more quickly since it was already approved?

[S_AL_ 1]

OH ok that makes sense. Will they do yours more quickly since it was already approved?

I am really hoping that happens. Can't say much at this point though... *sigh*

[cmnb 0]

Hi S_AL_@,

so how long do you think our file will be finalized if we all filed in May? (as per your experience)

[beniecenvet 0]

What does touch actually mean? How can you tell if you have been touched when you check the status online?

[NicoleX08 1]

You have to sign up on the USCIS website and register your case number. Once you sign up using a user name and password, you can login to your "Portfolio" of cases. It will list your cases and show a "Last Updated" column. In that colum it will show a date. That is the date that the last action was taken on your case. That is referred to as a "Touch"

[beniecenvet 0]

Thanks...also do you how long it will take from NOA1 to NOA2? I have seen in some posts, that i takes 2-4 months, is that accurate

[NicoleX08 1]

I have been waiting 4 months and 3 weeks, they transferred my case to Cincinnati yesterday. So I have no idea what is going on. Some people take 3 months some people take a year or more. There is no rhyme or reason to USCIS.

[S_AL_ 1]

Hi S_AL_@,

so how long do you think our file will be finalized if we all filed in May? (as per your experience)

Hi cmnb! That's a tough one to answer... Firstly it depends on which service center your petition is at. Some have been working faster than the others. Secondly, if your case is not complex and there aren't too many checks then you get through within normally 4 months. People who file for expedite and if their expedite request is approved normally get to hear from the USCIS within a couple of days. counting from May and keeping in mind the NOA1s received within a week or two, maybe this is going to happen sooner than others. My last NOA1 took about 30 days so this time its been way faster. October/November maybe.

Sara.

[thirdsjen 0]

LOL

I could not explain that induced touch any better.

Yes this forum is addictive! Every night I have to literally force myself to sleep only because I end up refreshing page waiting for a response. Yes thirdsjen I Have 'been there done that' and I will be more than happy to help you all with queries.

As for people with Military background getting any help, there is another expert on this forum on this subject. Browse through the list of topics and you'll come across something useful. If not then you can always post here and get your answers.

Till then...enjoy the touches!

I dream about it every night! just last night, my dream was that I got my NOA2 already..

[thirdsjen 0]

Hi S_AL_@,

so how long do you think our file will be finalized if we all filed in May? (as per your experience)

Hi cmnb! That's a tough one to answer... Firstly it depends on which service center your petition is at. Some have been working faster than the others. Secondly, if your case is not complex and there aren't too many checks then you get through within normally 4 months. People who file for expedite and if their expedite request is approved normally get to hear from the USCIS within a couple of days. counting from May and keeping in mind the NOA1s received within a week or two, maybe this is going to happen sooner than others. My last NOA1 took about 30 days so this time its been way faster. October/November maybe.

Sara.

i'm gonna wait 3-4 months. from the stats here, it looks that way. depends on which service center, if your case was simple, etc. (i just repeated with Sara said.. hahaha!)

[cmnb 0]

so you guys would think that my wife should join me (with a green card) in jan/feb if all goes well. my case should really be by the books. ive sent all the paperwork that was in the instructions. i did not imagine its going to be this hard when i got on that plane back to the U.S. :-(

also just as a FYI, i found an attorney who provides free first consultation. ill let you know how that goes. if it works well, perhaps those of you who are in NY could avail the free offer as well.

[S_AL_ 1]

so you guys would think that my wife should join me (with a green card) in jan/feb if all goes well. my case should really be by the books. ive sent all the paperwork that was in the instructions. i did not imagine its going to be this hard when i got on that plane back to the U.S. :-(

also just as a FYI, i found an attorney who provides free first consultation. ill let you know how that goes. if it works well, perhaps those of you who are in NY could avail the free offer as well.

cmnb, you are worrying for no reason. I can imagine its not easy being apart for that long but look at the bright side, once done with this visa process you'd be with your wife for good. As for going to this lawyer for a free consulation...I would say In these times, Avail whatever you can get for free *wink* and make the most of it. Also I suggest you ask her to join VJ so she too could read about other people and get more information. Besides, we all know this forum is addictive but helpful.

Thirdsjen come on!!! You should be happy you'd see your hubby in August this year.... I saw mine back in March....still feels like ages but waiting to hopefully to be together soon la la la la la

[thirdsjen 0]

if my cousin wasn't getting married this August, I wouldn't have been able to get away again.. after the wedding last December, I stayed there for 2 months more till Febuary.. can you believe that my boss let me do that? then I'm going again this August for 2 1/2 weeks. I think my co-workers hate me right now.. hehehehe... but we have been doing the long distance ####### since 2003!!! i'm sick and tired of it.. oh, and you can cell me JEN

cmnb, listen to what Sara says.. don't freak yourself out too much. waiting is stressful enough but to add specific dates to the equation..