Waiting on NOA2 from VSC

[Jerry & Fiona 1]

Ok, according to the averages based on the timeline I've made on this site I should have received my NOA2 by now. I wonder what is taking so long. I check the USCIS website every day and no change. I called them and spoke to someone who could only tell me the same thing and nothing more. My details are in my signature below. As of today it has been 128 days since the NOA1 file date.

I don't expect anyone to have answers. I just felt like mentioning it. If the K-1 approval (NOA2) takes the full 5 months as indicated in the chart on the USCIS website, it will be December 13th (154 days from NOA1 file date). Bummer since, I am flying to Vietnam on December 7th.

I really hoped I could be in Vietnam during the interview. Now looking at the average time between the time the consulate receives the paperwork from NVC to the time of the interview is 108 days. If the full 5 months above between NOA1 and NOA2 becomes the reality, the consulate would get the paperwork from NVC around January 2011 (thus the start of the average 108 duration time till interview), putting the interview sometime around May. I'm coming home the first week of February.

I guess I should just enjoy my trip and hope my fiancee does ok at the interview without me present. Though, I would rather be there for her. Not so easy to explain all of this paperwork and the long wait times to her parents. I've done everything I can.

Any thoughts?

[GhLove 4]

I totally feel you!!! I think everyone is pretty much "anxiously, yet patiently" waiting for our NOA2! I think the previous months misled us into thinking it would be a very quick turn around. But from what I heard, we just so happen to file during the busy months. I'm also planning a visit to see my fiance in late December. I was hoping that I could be there when the packet #3 would be picked up to help sort through it all. At this point I'm just thinking "God knows best". It will all happen in due time. So I would say enjoy your trip and more time in getting closer to your soon-to-be spouse. They say distance makes the heart grow fonder... I'm trying to remain optimistic and believe that before we know it, they will be here and this will all be a memory. But also seriously praying for the NOA2 to get here ASAP!!! lol

[Jerry & Fiona 1]

I totally feel you!!! I think everyone is pretty much "anxiously, yet patiently" waiting for our NOA2! I think the previous months misled us into thinking it would be a very quick turn around. But from what I heard, we just so happen to file during the busy months. I'm also planning a visit to see my fiance in late December. I was hoping that I could be there when the packet #3 would be picked up to help sort through it all. At this point I'm just thinking "God knows best". It will all happen in due time. So I would say enjoy your trip and more time in getting closer to your soon-to-be spouse. They say distance makes the heart grow fonder... I'm trying to remain optimistic and believe that before we know it, they will be here and this will all be a memory. But also seriously praying for the NOA2 to get here ASAP!!! lol

Yes. All we can do is wait. I just feel like a jerk when my fiancee asks about the paperwork and I never have any news. Her family asks her, she asks me, no word, then she tells them no news and I think they worry too much.

But it takes as long as it takes.

[ScottThuy 140]

Dont dwell on the NOA2 or the timeframe.. It will eat you up.. Been there done that.. enjoy the time together and use it as a time for her to become more familiar with you... this will come in handy if she gets a tough interview...

dont be surprised if the interview isnt until Mar or April for that matter given there is so much time taken off for the upcoming holidays. both US and VN

[Jerry & Fiona 1]

Dont dwell on the NOA2 or the timeframe.. It will eat you up.. Been there done that.. enjoy the time together and use it as a time for her to become more familiar with you... this will come in handy if she gets a tough interview...

dont be surprised if the interview isnt until Mar or April for that matter given there is so much time taken off for the upcoming holidays. both US and VN

As long as it's not being delayed for a lack on my end. Fiona and I will have tons more photos and adventures that will help with the interview while I'm there. I'm so excited. Flying out in 441 hours.

[seattlerain 1]

I submitted K-1 also (Vietnam) two weeks before you submitted yours. I just received the RFE a few days ago and nothing else. I think they are getting close to your case.

[Jerry & Fiona 1]

I submitted K-1 also (Vietnam) two weeks before you submitted yours. I just received the RFE a few days ago and nothing else. I think they are getting close to your case.

I'm in Vietnam currently and haven't been on the forum until last night. I received RFE in the mail while I've been away. Actually my attorney received but I'm not sure what day he received. USCIS informed me by email that they would send RFE exactly 5 months to the day December 6 (The night before I left for Vietnam). My attorney said they only requested two photos of my fiance. He has sent the photos. Now, awaiting USCIS response.

At least things are happening now. I'm not worrying about it anymore. Just in VN with my fiance and very happy now and enjoying our time together. 10 days till our engagement ceremony.

Jerry & Fiona

[shaung 4]

Jerry where did you get the calendar that you linked to one of your posts?

[Jerry & Fiona 1]

Jerry where did you get the calendar that you linked to one of your posts?

You may be referring to one I just made for myself.

[Jerry & Fiona 1]

Awesome. I just received an email from USCIS that they have mailed my NOA2 with approval. I know it's a long way to go still but it has been freaking 219 since I received the NOA1. I feel like dancing now.

[mjaye65 5]

Hey Jerry,

Congrats on NOA2, I Received my NOA 1 in september and my Fiance is in the philippines. It is nerve racking checking the site and seeing the same initial review ststus each time. I see you are in Rockwall, I am in Lavon.

Take Care and good luck through the rest of the journey.

[Jerry & Fiona 1]

Hey Jerry,

Congrats on NOA2, I Received my NOA 1 in september and my Fiance is in the philippines. It is nerve racking checking the site and seeing the same initial review ststus each time. I see you are in Rockwall, I am in Lavon.

Take Care and good luck through the rest of the journey.

Cool. We should meet up some time.

[Jerry & Fiona 1]

Received NOA2 hard copy in the mail today.

[mjaye65 5]

Well I called again today and heard the following.

Yes you are outside of the five month time line mentioned on the website but this is just an average.

We (VSC) are currently processing August 21 Petitions and therefore you are not out of what we consider the actual time line for processing.

You need to call back after 24 more days and if your case has not processed by that time we can initiate a service request.

[Jerry & Fiona 1]

Well I called again today and heard the following.

Yes you are outside of the five month time line mentioned on the website but this is just an average.

We (VSC) are currently processing August 21 Petitions and therefore you are not out of what we consider the actual time line for processing.

You need to call back after 24 more days and if your case has not processed by that time we can initiate a service request.

Only the government can get away with stuff like that. Can you imagine if you told a bill collector that?