NVC FILERS - FOR October - 2010

[LotofPatience 65]

Are you sure about that, Loto? Because when my husband went for his K1 visa interview, our front-loaded I-129F petition was right there in the hands of the CO. Why would the USCIS keep all the I-130 docs and NOT forward it to NVC? Why would anyone front-load at all then? That makes no sense!

Debby,

The below quote is from I-130 instructions. But this is NOT for secondary evidences, but for all other original documents.

"If these instructions state that a copy of a document may be filed with this petition, submit a copy. If you choose to send the original, USCIS may keep that original for our records. If USCIS requires the original, it will be requested."

http://www.uscis.gov/files/form/i-130instr.pdf

USCIS may or may not forward your entire file to NVC, IMO. If they keep other originals, who knows some of the secondary evidence is also part of the their file All these old files ultimately go to their "National Records Center". You may google it to see their racks in NRC

Loto

[TJ2010 5]

Today I received an email to let me know that my DS-3032 has been accepted. You might remember the whole not accepting the form via email scenario I found myself in? Now, they would have received my hard copy version in the last couple of days so it might be a response to that. However, the email they sent me was a direct reply to the followup second attempt email I sent them... no idea which version they accepted, but I'll take it.... FINALLY.

As for my name change, they responded to that also and this is what they had to say:

The NVC is unable to change an applicant's name without a copy of the

applicant's valid passport containing the applicant's current name. If

you wish the name to be changed, please submit a copy of the

biographical page of the applicant's passport to the address below.

Well, my passport is in my maiden name so I guess I'm going with that all the way. le sigh. Teaches me for procrastinating and not getting my name changed here in Oz. It will cost $400+ dollars (US) though to get my name changed and get a new passport... and that sucks... so it's on the backburner for now.

So, because I have to keep my maiden name apparently for the purposes of getting my visa, I'm kind of worried since my police certificate is in my married name, but they (The NSW police force) clearly state that you should give them all names used so I gave them my maiden name and my married name to do the background check on. I'm thinking of attaching a short notice to my PCC to say "they checked both names" so I don't get a RFE cos it has my married name on it. That would be just the worst.

But otherwise, things are okay. Despite the occasional annoyance that my husband can't get our case expedited because he's on deployment - because he IS on deployment and therefore can't do the necessary paperwork etc required. Talk about catch 22.

The online payment system has got the IV fee payable now, however Lingche shortcuts say in bold that I should wait until they email me the invoice... so I will dutifully wait for the emailed invoice... then pay the fee, then get my butt to the back of the line again.

Cheers,

Jess

[Bob g 11]

Are you sure about that, Loto? Because when my husband went for his K1 visa interview, our front-loaded I-129F petition was right there in the hands of the CO. Why would the USCIS keep all the I-130 docs and NOT forward it to NVC? Why would anyone front-load at all then? That makes no sense!

I have read several post on here and another website that all documents front loaded to the USCIS, do not always get sent to the Interview. On what I have read it is recomended to send document copies and only necessary documents to USCIS, and to send originals and copies to NVC along with all other evidence you wish to go to the Interview. My thinking is that the Interviewer may have time to see some or all of the evidence prior to the Interview. I have read many posts that the Interviewer has their decision made prior to the Interview also.

[BigSigh 12]

Jess...LingChe was made a while ago. If the bill is able to be paid, PAY IT!

[Heather&Matt 0]

The online payment system has got the IV fee payable now, however Lingche shortcuts say in bold that I should wait until they email me the invoice... so I will dutifully wait for the emailed invoice... then pay the fee, then get my butt to the back of the line again.

Cheers,

Jess

When did you get your IIN? Was it included in your DS-3032 email response from NVC?

[tabndan 4]

On 10/12/2010 we finally we got our NVC case number but today when I called them to provide them with our emails and to ask them for the IIN number I was told we need to wait 4 to 6 weeks to get the IIN number. She also said it probably won't take more than 2 weeks to get it.... TWO WEEKS UGH....................

Should we email the DS-3032 or send it in the mail or both???

I am lost I thought that we would get the IIN number today as well so that we can pay for the I-864 for $88.00 and DS-230 for $404.00

Am I rushing!!! Please tell me if am freaking out for no reason

I truly appreciate all the help,

~Tabitha~

[tabndan 4]

Congratulations Bob and atst!

Kim - Keeping my fingers crossed for you this week!

UPDATE: Called the USEM Sofia - got my interview date! OCT 21st at 2:00pm :dance:

Congratulations Mrs. D so happy for you

~Tabitha~

[tabndan 4]

OMIGAAD. I've been trying to call NVC since yesterday. Its number is always f'n busy. I only got through after midnight. What nonsense! And everyone who's calling NVC... can you just go ahead and not call for a while? I need to check my status. It'll be only a few seconds. Thank you.

IndigoSkies don't give up keep redialing the number I got several times within 5 min at around 2pm PST and 5pm PST...those time worked for me also you can use the automated system to check if your case number is assigned. Once you get in you want to press options 2-1-1-1-4-1 I hope that helps

~Tabitha~

[TJ2010 5]

Jess...LingChe was made a while ago. If the bill is able to be paid, PAY IT!

Music to my ears - you don't have to tell me twice... Done! Thanks

When did you get your IIN? Was it included in your DS-3032 email response from NVC?

You get your IIN in the email that goes to the petitioner (they sent it to both of us actually in our case) only then can you pay your AOS. When I called and gave them our email addresses I asked for the IIN and we didn't have one yet, but 24 hours later we got two emails, one asking for the AOS fee ($88) and one asking for the DS-3032. The IIN was on the AOS fee letter.

On 10/12/2010 we finally we got our NVC case number but today when I called them to provide them with our emails and to ask them for the IIN number I was told we need to wait 4 to 6 weeks to get the IIN number. She also said it probably won't take more than 2 weeks to get it.... TWO WEEKS UGH....................

Should we email the DS-3032 or send it in the mail or both???

I am lost I thought that we would get the IIN number today as well so that we can pay for the I-864 for $88.00 and DS-230 for $404.00

Am I rushing!!! Please tell me if am freaking out for no reason

I truly appreciate all the help,

~Tabitha~

You're sort of kinda rushing I totally comiserate!!! See above for when you get your IIN. The AOS ($88) fee you'll be able to pay right away, it's invoiced first... but you won't be given the option to pay the $404 until they've received and accepted your Choice of Agent form. For most people this is quick and easy - for us... less so but they got there in the end. *sigh*

[Heather&Matt 0]

You get your IIN in the email that goes to the petitioner (they sent it to both of us actually in our case) only then can you pay your AOS. When I called and gave them our email addresses I asked for the IIN and we didn't have one yet, but 24 hours later we got two emails, one asking for the AOS fee ($88) and one asking for the DS-3032. The IIN was on the AOS fee letter.

Excellent! Thanks. I sent it a week ago (DS-3032) so we should get it soon

[TJ2010 5]

Maybe calling them up and bugging them might get you your IIN before the email invoice arrives. But for us the email came quickly so this wasn't an issue, it literally arrived the same day, or day after we called and were told there was no IIN for our case yet.

Can anyone else confirm that you can call, harass and obtain IIN?

[tabndan 4]

Music to my ears - you don't have to tell me twice... Done! Thanks

You get your IIN in the email that goes to the petitioner (they sent it to both of us actually in our case) only then can you pay your AOS. When I called and gave them our email addresses I asked for the IIN and we didn't have one yet, but 24 hours later we got two emails, one asking for the AOS fee ($88) and one asking for the DS-3032. The IIN was on the AOS fee letter.

You're sort of kinda rushing I totally comiserate!!! See above for when you get your IIN. The AOS ($88) fee you'll be able to pay right away, it's invoiced first... but you won't be given the option to pay the $404 until they've received and accepted your Choice of Agent form. For most people this is quick and easy - for us... less so but they got there in the end. *sigh*

Thank you so much for the quick response I really appreciated. My husband (beneficiary) just emailed the DS-3032 today so now we will wait for the email response from NVC.

Thanks again,

~Tabitha~

[kruz_patz 22]

GOT nvc case no.

Registered emails

Waiting for DS-3032 email

[tabndan 4]

Goodnight everyone hoping for more good news tomorrow

God bless,

~Tabitha~

[Mr&Mrs D. 4]

@TJ2010 - Glad to see you're finally moving along! Hope there aren't anymore bumps on this NVC road ur on!

@tabndan - Thank you! Like TJ said: The AOS bill is generated first a few days after you get the case#. You'll get the bill in the e-mail and in there you'll find the IIN (if you haven't harassed them much to give it to you earlier ). Then when the DS-3032 is accepted the NVC will send you the IV bill, but you'll probly know by then cos my guess is you'll be checking the online payment portal everyday (the least). Good luck!

@kruz_patz: Yey! Congrats! But what do you mean "waiting for DS-3032 e-mail"??? As far as I know - you can send that to NVC as soon as you have the case# and they have ur e-mails (?)... Just use the template for the form that's on VJ

UPDATE: Medical is this MON at 10am and it is supposed to be ready the same day! Keep ur fingers crossed and wish me I don't pay too much!