NVC inquiry

[bt1 42]

I've received an e-mail back from the NVC saying "this petition is currently undergoing additional processing" what does this mean? Is this standard wording in their e-mails. Do they really do additional processing of some sort or does processing mean just sending it off to the consulate? Anyone else got a similar message?

[Blob18 111]

I've received an e-mail back from the NVC saying "this petition is currently undergoing additional processing" what does this mean? Is this standard wording in their e-mails. Do they really do additional processing of some sort or does processing mean just sending it off to the consulate? Anyone else got a similar message?

What that means is they are doing a more in-depth look at your petition and it could take anywhere from a few days to a month or so. More background checks etc but since this is State Department now, they will also do background checks on the beneficary.

[bt1 42]

What that means is they are doing a more in-depth look at your petition and it could take anywhere from a few days to a month or so. More background checks etc but since this is State Department now, they will also do background checks on the beneficary.

This is standard procedure or are we "special" somehow?

[Blob18 111]

This is standard procedure or are we "special" somehow?

You are "special" :/

Most K-1s are there for 1-4 days just to get the case #, entered in the system and sent off.

Edited April 29, 2011 by Blob18

[bt1 42]

You are "special" :/

Most K-1s are there for 1-4 days just to get the case #, entered in the system and sent off.

Seriously, they do this to everyone, don't make me worry for no reason

[Blob18 111]

Seriously, they do this to everyone, don't make me worry for no reason

What?

You are selected for Additional Processing. This means you will be held up at the NVC, they do not do that for everyone.

The email is pretty much self explainitory. Your case will be looked into more by the State Department. How long that takes is up to them.

Replies in emails almost always consist of:

"Sorry we do not have your petition. It can take up to 2-4 weeks for us to receive it. Please wait"

Or

"Dear Sir/Madam:

Your inquiry has been received at the National Visa Center (NVC). The NVC has completed its processing of the visa petition you mentioned in your letter and has recently been forwarded to the US Embassy/Consulate General. Please allow 10-15 business days for the Embassy/Consulate General to receive the petition.

Any further inquiries should be directed to the assigned US Embassy or Consulate General.

Case Number: XXXX

Beneficiary's Name: XXXX

Preference Category: K1

Your Priority Date: XXXXXX

Foreign State Chargeability: BRAZIL

CONSULADO GERAL DOS ETADOS UNIDOS, SECAO CONSULAR

AV PRESIDENTE WILSON, 147 CASTELO

RIO DE JANEIRO, 20030-020

BRAZIL

Sincerely,

Grace

National Visa Center

Written Inquiry Unit

Serco, Inc

NVCInquiry@state.gov

Edited April 29, 2011 by Blob18

[bt1 42]

What?

You are selected for Additional Processing. This means you will be held up at the NVC, they do not do that for everyone.

The email is pretty much self explainitory. Your case will be looked into more by the State Department. How long that takes is up to them.

Replies in emails almost always consist of:

"Sorry we do not have your petition. It can take up to 2-4 weeks for us to receive it. Please wait"

Or

"Dear Sir/Madam:

Your inquiry has been received at the National Visa Center (NVC). The NVC has completed its processing of the visa petition you mentioned in your letter and has recently been forwarded to the US Embassy/Consulate General. Please allow 10-15 business days for the Embassy/Consulate General to receive the petition.

Any further inquiries should be directed to the assigned US Embassy or Consulate General.

Case Number: XXXX

Beneficiary's Name: XXXX

Preference Category: K1

Your Priority Date: XXXXXX

Foreign State Chargeability: BRAZIL

CONSULADO GERAL DOS ETADOS UNIDOS, SECAO CONSULAR

AV PRESIDENTE WILSON, 147 CASTELO

RIO DE JANEIRO, 20030-020

BRAZIL

Sincerely,

Grace

National Visa Center

Written Inquiry Unit

Serco, Inc

NVCInquiry@state.gov

Thanks...I just called them and they said this is standard procedure and EVERYONE goes through it. For some it takes a few days and some a few more. Basically, what it means is that it is in between the stage of being received (it has a case number) but has not been sent out to the embassy yet, i.e. it's being processed.

[Blob18 111]

Thanks...I just called them and they said this is standard procedure and EVERYONE goes through it. For some it takes a few days and some a few more. Basically, what it means is that it is in between the stage of being received (it has a case number) but has not been sent out to the embassy yet, i.e. it's being processed.

Glad to hear =).Hope it's sent out quick.

[Matt & Bing 56]

Glad to hear =).Hope it's sent out quick.

The "Additional" processing is not done for everyone - That's why its called "additional".

We went through additional processing - we were delayed 50 days - hopefully your's won't be so long. It is believed that those selected for AP are primarily on a random basis so don't assume there is any issue with your case.

Despite their promises to mail me a notice when our case actually was sent on to our consulate they never did. You should call them (once or twice a week) in order to confirm when it has actually been sent on. Good luck.

[* Kristin * 49]

EVERYONE goes through the NVC = yes

NOT everyone goes through Additional Processing.

Good luck.

Thanks...I just called them and they said this is standard procedure and EVERYONE goes through it. For some it takes a few days and some a few more. Basically, what it means is that it is in between the stage of being received (it has a case number) but has not been sent out to the embassy yet, i.e. it's being processed.

[bt1 42]

EVERYONE goes through the NVC = yes

NOT everyone goes through Additional Processing.

Good luck.

Then why did they tell me it's standard? I don't mean administrative processing.

Do you have any idea why we are going through additional processing? I see no reason at all, just wondering what would be the basis for being selected for this?

[Matt & Bing 56]

Then why did they tell me it's standard? I don't mean administrative processing.

Do you have any idea why we are going through additional processing? I see no reason at all, just wondering what would be the basis for being selected for this?

Did you read my reply?? You were most likely randomly selected. Don't sweat it.

FYI: Additional Processing and Administrative processing are the same thing.

Edited April 29, 2011 by Matt & Bing

[bt1 42]

Did you read my reply?? You were most likely randomly selected. Don't sweat it.

FYI: Additional Processing and Administrative processing are the same thing.

Sorry, I didn't see your original reply, I appreciate your input.

[Matt & Bing 56]

Here's a thread for people stuck at the NVC for AP:

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/165644-stuck-nvc-for-ap/

[bt1 42]

Here's a thread for people stuck at the NVC for AP:

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/165644-stuck-nvc-for-ap/

thanks