Final NVC steps

[Blitz 3]

Hey guys, I understand the basics of the process, but I'm hoping someone can help me understand a bit better.

I've sent off both our DS-230 and I-864 to NVC via Purolator and I see that both have been delivered successfully. So, how do you know when NVC begins processing them - is it just a matter of calling them every couple days to see? Or can you see anything online? Same thing - how do you know when it's case complete?

Also, I have been mailing my packages in, but last time I spoke with someone at NVC, they said any RFEs, etc would be emailed to me (that I wouldn't be receiving anything in the mail from this point forward). Does that mean that somewhere along the line I chose to do "electronic processing" (without knowing it)? Or is that just standard practice at this point?

As always, thank you.

[trailmix 77]

There was no online NVC stuff when we did our visa, so i'm not all that familiar with it, but I will share what I do know.

This is the login area people speak about, for NVC

https://ceac.state.gov/CTRAC/Invoice/signon.aspx

Apparently if you get 'login failed' there that means your case is complete (or you can just call them).

As for your second question - no, that doesn't mean you have opted in for electronic processing - that's a whole other kettle of fish - it basically means submitting all your documents in electronic format - which I assume you didn't.

They (NVC) have just decided to send out email notifications.