Very Confused

[Conan 0]

I am trying to cram too much into my brain and have been reading conflicting things:

#1 I read somewhere that DOCUMENT VERIFICATION is no longer needed.

When I look at the K-1 Visa guide it says you need it

#2 My finance has to fill out DS-156, DS-156K, DS-157. DS-156 has to been done electronically? Can she print copies after it is done? I am worried whether or not she can find a place that will open this form. My computer won't even do it and it is better than the ones in the Internet Cafes over there.

#3 Packet 4 is only available online? The links in the guide don't take me to packet 4. Where is it located?

#4 Also when she schedules an interview do they give her a date or can she choose a soon one? If they give her a date how far away is the interview from when she call to schedule it. We would like it ASAP.

#5 Does she absolutely need the letter that the USE sends her? She no longer lives at her address and we do not want to mess with changing it. Her sister still lives there but does she have to be present to accept it?

Thank you very much

Edited January 4, 2009 by Conan

[sunandmoon 450]

#3 Packet 4 is only available online? The links in the guide don't take me to packet 4. Where is it located?

I tried the links, they still seem to work. anyways, here ya go....

K-1 Visa Applicant Appointment package...

http://manila.usembassy.gov/wwwfk1en.pdf

from this page on embassy website...

http://manila.usembassy.gov/wwwh3238.html

[STEPHnRIA 2]

I am trying to cram too much into my brain and have been reading conflicting things:

#1 I read somewhere that DOCUMENT VERIFICATION is no longer needed.

When I look at the K-1 Visa guide it says you need it

Call US Embassy at (02) 301-2000 and press 0 for operator. Ask the operator to connect you to DELBROS then ask them if you want to be sure. They are the company that forwards your documents to NSO for verification.

#2 My finance has to fill out DS-156, DS-156K, DS-157. DS-156 has to been done electronically? Can she print copies after it is done? I am worried whether or not she can find a place that will open this form. My computer won't even do it and it is better than the ones in the Internet Cafes over there.

YES

#3 Packet 4 is only available online? The links in the guide don't take me to packet 4. Where is it located?

I never had any packets. I think someone posted here the links.

#4 Also when she schedules an interview do they give her a date or can she choose a soon one? If they give her a date how far away is the interview from when she call to schedule it. We would like it ASAP.

The call center will give you or your fiancee available dates for interview. You can choose whatever date you think is best for you.

#5 Does she absolutely need the letter that the USE sends her? She no longer lives at her address and we do not want to mess with changing it. Her sister still lives there but does she have to be present to accept it?

No, she doesnt have to be at your sister's house to accept the letter. She needs that letter to present at SLEC for medical. Also in the letter is your case number which you will be needing to schedule an interview.

Thank you very much- You are welcome.

[Conan 0]

#3 Packet 4 is only available online? The links in the guide don't take me to packet 4. Where is it located?

I tried the links, they still seem to work. anyways, here ya go....

K-1 Visa Applicant Appointment package...

http://manila.usembassy.gov/wwwfk1en.pdf

from this page on embassy website...

http://manila.usembassy.gov/wwwh3238.html

I saw that...that is packet 4. Sorry I didn't realize. I thought it would say packet 4

[RadzNSteve 0]

Document Verification is no longer need.

[Matt & Bing 56]

Document Verification is no longer need.

Is this at all related to becoming "Documentarily Qualified"? http://manila.usembassy.gov/wwwh3238.html The Importance of Becoming “Documentarily Qualified”

OK, I understand that after the notice of approval is received (NOA2) the case goes to the NVC and then on to the embassy. I assume the reference to becoming Documentarily Qualified happens before the NOA2 is issued?

I just don't understand this from the link above:

All case processing for Manila, including appointment scheduling, is generally done at the National Visa Center (NVC) in the U.S. An applicant’s case number does not determine his or her position in the scheduling queue. Once a case is current, the applicant’s place in the scheduling queue will be determined by the date all the necessary, completed documents are received at NVC. Then the case becomes “documentarily qualified.”

We believe the waiting time for an appointment date is approximately three (3) to five (5) months from the date the case is “documentarily qualified.” As soon as an appointment date does become available, NVC will forward the case to Embassy Manila. NVC will also send the petitioner and/or the authorized agent/representative an appointment package.

I don't believe it takes 3-5 months to schedule the interview after the NOA2 does it??

I also am not clear of when the interview date is given. Does the beneficiary submit all forms and documents (Birth cert, CENOMAR, DS-156, DS-156K, DS-157, I-134) to the embassy before the interview? And then an interview date is given? And additional documents, such as proof of ongoing relationship are brought to the appointment only?

Thanks in advance for any replies.

Edited January 4, 2009 by Matt & Bing

[sunandmoon 450]

http://manila.usembassy.gov/wwwh3238.html

I also am not clear of when the interview date is given. Does the beneficiary submit all forms and documents (Birth cert, CENOMAR, DS-156, DS-156K, DS-157, I-134) to the embassy before the interview? And then an interview date is given? And additional documents, such as proof of ongoing relationship are brought to the appointment only?

Thanks in advance for any replies.

the visa applicant will bring all forms, documents and evidence to the interview. NVC schedules appointments for IR Visas, but not K Visas. for K Visa, you can call for appointment shortly after the Embassy receives the petition frrom NVC. number is in the link previously posted.

[Old Dominion 26]

Document Verification is no longer need.

Is this at all related to becoming "Documentarily Qualified"? http://manila.usembassy.gov/wwwh3238.html The Importance of Becoming “Documentarily Qualified”

OK, I understand that after the notice of approval is received (NOA2) the case goes to the NVC and then on to the embassy. I assume the reference to becoming Documentarily Qualified happens before the NOA2 is issued?

I just don't understand this from the link above:

All case processing for Manila, including appointment scheduling, is generally done at the National Visa Center (NVC) in the U.S. An applicant’s case number does not determine his or her position in the scheduling queue. Once a case is current, the applicant’s place in the scheduling queue will be determined by the date all the necessary, completed documents are received at NVC. Then the case becomes “documentarily qualified.”

We believe the waiting time for an appointment date is approximately three (3) to five (5) months from the date the case is “documentarily qualified.” As soon as an appointment date does become available, NVC will forward the case to Embassy Manila. NVC will also send the petitioner and/or the authorized agent/representative an appointment package.

I don't believe it takes 3-5 months to schedule the interview after the NOA2 does it??

I also am not clear of when the interview date is given. Does the beneficiary submit all forms and documents (Birth cert, CENOMAR, DS-156, DS-156K, DS-157, I-134) to the embassy before the interview? And then an interview date is given? And additional documents, such as proof of ongoing relationship are brought to the appointment only?

Thanks in advance for any replies.

Yes, it takes at least three months after NOA2 to get the interview appointment. Probably longer. She will receive detailed instructions on what to submit, and when.

[Conan 0]

Document Verification is no longer need.

Is this at all related to becoming "Documentarily Qualified"? http://manila.usembassy.gov/wwwh3238.html The Importance of Becoming “Documentarily Qualified”

OK, I understand that after the notice of approval is received (NOA2) the case goes to the NVC and then on to the embassy. I assume the reference to becoming Documentarily Qualified happens before the NOA2 is issued?

I just don't understand this from the link above:

All case processing for Manila, including appointment scheduling, is generally done at the National Visa Center (NVC) in the U.S. An applicant’s case number does not determine his or her position in the scheduling queue. Once a case is current, the applicant’s place in the scheduling queue will be determined by the date all the necessary, completed documents are received at NVC. Then the case becomes “documentarily qualified.”

We believe the waiting time for an appointment date is approximately three (3) to five (5) months from the date the case is “documentarily qualified.” As soon as an appointment date does become available, NVC will forward the case to Embassy Manila. NVC will also send the petitioner and/or the authorized agent/representative an appointment package.

I don't believe it takes 3-5 months to schedule the interview after the NOA2 does it??

I also am not clear of when the interview date is given. Does the beneficiary submit all forms and documents (Birth cert, CENOMAR, DS-156, DS-156K, DS-157, I-134) to the embassy before the interview? And then an interview date is given? And additional documents, such as proof of ongoing relationship are brought to the appointment only?

Thanks in advance for any replies.

Yes, it takes at least three months after NOA2 to get the interview appointment. Probably longer. She will receive detailed instructions on what to submit, and when.

Really, I was hoping it would only be about a month. That stinks. She will have to arrange for the interview the 1st second she can. She can do it the moment we get the NOA2 correct?

[rheanick 42]

I am trying to cram too much into my brain and have been reading conflicting things:

#1 I read somewhere that DOCUMENT VERIFICATION is no longer needed.

When I look at the K-1 Visa guide it says you need it - if you would read the october '08 version of the packet, document verification is not there anymore. Your fiancee just need to secure cenomar (certificate of no marriage)

#2 My finance has to fill out DS-156, DS-156K, DS-157. DS-156 has to been done electronically? Can she print copies after it is done? I am worried whether or not she can find a place that will open this form. My computer won't even do it and it is better than the ones in the Internet Cafes over there. - for DS 156, she fills up online then print it, if she makes a mistake, correct it online then print it again. Just repeat the process until she is satisfied with the data.

#3 Packet 4 is only available online? The links in the guide don't take me to packet 4. Where is it located?

#4 Also when she schedules an interview do they give her a date or can she choose a soon one? If they give her a date how far away is the interview from when she call to schedule it. We would like it ASAP. - when my fiancee scheduled my interview last november, we were able to get a schedule immediately. If you have a prefered date, you could mention this to the call center agent. Everything would depends on the available schedule.

#5 Does she absolutely need the letter that the USE sends her? She no longer lives at her address and we do not want to mess with changing it. Her sister still lives there but does she have to be present to accept it? - She does not have to be present to get the mail from USE. Anyone from her sister's house can accept the mail. Thank you very much

Edited January 4, 2009 by rheanick

[Matt & Bing 56]

[goute] Yes, it takes at least three months after NOA2 to get the interview appointment. Probably longer. She will receive detailed instructions on what to submit, and when.

Hmmm... That does not seem to agree to what I see here on VJ for the statistics for the Manila embassy. More like about 1.5 months on average.

Edited January 5, 2009 by Matt & Bing