Simple Dumb Question

[Jenifer2010 9]

I have recently received a letter indicating that my K 1 petition has been received by the NVC and a case number assigned. As for the next step, how will I be notified that my packet has been shipped to our Embassy or will I even know when this occurs? I tried to phone the NVC number but the automated system does not work for K visas from what I could discern. Didn't want to bother an operator and/ or wait 10 minutes to talk to them. Thanks in advance for any suggestions.

[Penny Lane 8,159]

You are able to call DOS to see if the consulate has received your petition. Here is a good thread with the phone number for DOS and the instructions on how to get to an actual person.

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/264972-shortcuts-when-checking-for-updates-from-the-nvc-and-dos/

[Robby999 1,024]

I have recently received a letter indicating that my K 1 petition has been received by the NVC and a case number assigned. As for the next step, how will I be notified that my packet has been shipped to our Embassy or will I even know when this occurs? I tried to phone the NVC number but the automated system does not work for K visas from what I could discern. Didn't want to bother an operator and/ or wait 10 minutes to talk to them. Thanks in advance for any suggestions.

You will need the NVC case number to use the AVR system. You can talk to an operator and get the NVC case number. I would suggest calling about 7-8 eastern time, I had the most success in that time frame. You will need the service center case number for the operator to reference the new case number. You can also give the operator your e-mail address at this time also! Good Luck!

[Jenifer2010 9]

Thank you both. Will do.