CSC to TSC to NVC: the Saga continues

[xelance 31]

USCIS error really is criteria for getting an expedite? Im trying to find it on their website, but no luck so far...how do you even go about asking for this expedite?

[celldoc 21]

Hey all, just dropping in to see how things are going- congrats to those for whom things are moving along!

I paid my $88 on Saturday and I haven't heard anything yet.

Looking over the i-864ez, I think I'll be delayed by about 2 weeks as I have yet to request my IRS transcripts (even though Saylin told me to do this like a few days ago )

[Saylin 1,605]

USCIS error really is criteria for getting an expedite? Im trying to find it on their website, but no luck so far...how do you even go about asking for this expedite?

I'm not sure if NVC has the same expedite criteria, but here's the list on USCIS: http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/menuitem.5af9bb95919f35e66f614176543f6d1a/?vgnextoid=16a6b1be1ce85210VgnVCM100000082ca60aRCRD&vgnextchannel=db029c7755cb9010VgnVCM10000045f3d6a1RCRD The second to last item is USCIS error.

Hey all, just dropping in to see how things are going- congrats to those for whom things are moving along!

I paid my $88 on Saturday and I haven't heard anything yet.

Looking over the i-864ez, I think I'll be delayed by about 2 weeks as I have yet to request my IRS transcripts (even though Saylin told me to do this like a few days ago )

Hehe, get on it There's a reason why I told you to order them.

[sarah et luc 7]

USCIS error really is criteria for getting an expedite? Im trying to find it on their website, but no luck so far...how do you even go about asking for this expedite?

I just called the operator told me that there is no criteria for expedite at the NVC level and it really is the embassy who decides considering they are the one that will be handling your case squeezing you in for an interview and such. She said write a letter to nvcinquiry@ state.gov in the subject line write PI Attn: Supervisor Sue. And you'll know in about a week. Since I already sent my original paper work to NVC I think it's too late for me as my documents are sitting in a mail room waiting to be input. BUT DO IT IF YOU STILL CAN! lol.

[celldoc 21]

Hehe, get on it There's a reason why I told you to order them.

Yes Sensei

[celldoc 21]

I just called the operator told me that there is no criteria for expedite at the NVC level and it really is the embassy who decides considering they are the one that will be handling your case squeezing you in for an interview and such. She said write a letter to nvcinquiry@ state.gov in the subject line write PI Attn: Supervisor Sue. And you'll know in about a week. Since I already sent my original paper work to NVC I think it's too late for me as my documents are sitting in a mail room waiting to be input. BUT DO IT IF YOU STILL CAN! lol.

I was just told the same thing in terms of USCIS errors not being suitable excuses for NVC expedites.

Did the operator suggest what to mention in the body of the email to Supervisor Sue?

Thanks for sharing

[sarah et luc 7]

I was just told the same thing in terms of USCIS errors not being suitable excuses for NVC expedites.

Did the operator suggest what to mention in the body of the email to Supervisor Sue?

Thanks for sharing

Case number

Beneficiary Name and Bday

Petitioner Name and Bday

Reason for expedite and attached PDF of supporting evidence if applicable (which I suppose would be the letters on the CIS website)

I know maybe I'm being paranoid but I don't want to expedite for USCIS error because it only took 6 months for CIS to approve my petition. I don't want to be denied by the USEM and have my husband show up and them say "ha this guy tried to expedite bc his petition took 6 months to file instead of 5 what a chump" I know it sounds crazy.... I drive myself insane with this process

Edited March 8, 2011 by sarah et luc

[xelance 31]

yeah...took them over 7 months to approve mine. I believe I definitely qualify for USCIS error.

[xelance 31]

screw it..its worth a shot.

[celldoc 21]

Case number

Beneficiary Name and Bday

Petitioner Name and Bday

Reason for expedite and attached PDF of supporting evidence if applicable (which I suppose would be the letters on the CIS website)

I know maybe I'm being paranoid but I don't want to expedite for USCIS error because it only took 6 months for CIS to approve my petition. I don't want to be denied by the USEM and have my husband show up and them say "ha this guy tried to expedite bc his petition took 6 months to file instead of 5 what a chump" I know it sounds crazy.... I drive myself insane with this process

I hear ya!

Took mine 6 1/2 months... HMMMMM

screw it..its worth a shot.

[celldoc 21]

On second thought, speaking of chump, I feel like a chump complaining about my 6 1/2 when there are still a bunch of refugees putting up with bullsh@# RFEs.

Considering I hadn't sent in a single wedding pic, ticket stub, affidavit, bank account info- nothing but a wedding certificate- and I got out of the black hole?? I feel like I made out like a bandit.

[xelance 31]

I really could use an expedite being that my wife is from Colombia. It takes forever to get a dang interview...

[Tina.Benoy 2]

what?!?! You were approved because of USCIS error? Wouldnt that be all of us? How did you do that?

Well yes, I thought of giving it a try, what have I got to lose from that!! If they approve, it's well & good, else follow the normal process of NVC->US Counsulate. Well after we sent the email to NVC, they forwarded it to US Counsulate(Madras) where they decided to approve the expedite. In the emails to NVC & US Counsulate(Madras) I had attached the NOA1, NOA2, Transfer Notice & the notice from USCIS website(Delayed processing notice). Apart from this is gave a story about the hardship that we had been due to this error. I think all this combined did the trick!! However, I cann't say how things will unfold now. Since, we've been asked to wait for 1 week for further action. Hoping for the best.

Also, when asked about the AOS payment(we paid on 3rd march 2011 & it showed as IN PROCESS on NVC website & since then we are getting SIF), they mentioned that the US Counsulate would have information about it & we wont have to pay again. Well, lets see!! Wishing you good luck !

[Tina.Benoy 2]

Did you ask for an expedite? I really doubt they would do it without asking, regardless of what the Alert posted on USCIS website said.

Exactly Wade!! Unless you ask they'll never give!! Atleast I had hope that it was my right to be expedited bcos of someone(USCIS) error!!!

[Tina.Benoy 2]

FYI. How to track your package from NVC to your US Counsulate/Embassy..

http://www.visajourn...nvc-to-embassy/

http://www.visajourn...se-number-here/

In the Reference field - Please make sure you input as "EXP DD MMM 2011A" for me it was "EXP 04 MAR 2011A"(the spaces are important!)