NVC Filers - November 2011

[roseTX 0]

Thanks for your quick reply Saylin. My husband don't have the originals anymore (since he sent it in our I-130), what he has now is only a scanned copies of my marriage and birth certificate. Do you think this would be ok, since they have my originals already? If I would send another originals, it would take another three weeks to get to my husband.

For the I-130, you were only supposed to send COPIES. With the IV package, you have to send the originals or certified copies of the beneficiary's birth certificate and the marriage certificate. And yes, you'll also need to include two more 2" x 2" photos of the beneficiary. It might seem repetitive, but that's the way it is.

[Saylin 1,605]

Thanks for your quick reply Saylin. My husband don't have the originals anymore (since he sent it in our I-130), what he has now is only a scanned copies of my marriage and birth certificate. Do you think this would be ok, since they have my originals already? If I would send another originals, it would take another three weeks to get to my husband.

You can call NVC and describe your situation and ask. But be prepared to be told that you will have to obtain originals/certified copies of those certificates. NVC is typically strict on the rules.

[dan_leb 2]

Saylin i was not able to reach a DOS operator to many options and the operator at the NVC told me about the lie of 2nd week of the month

[Saylin 1,605]

Saylin i was not able to reach a DOS operator to many options and the operator at the NVC told me about the lie of 2nd week of the month

Did you follow my first post? It has the number to DOS and what options you're supposed to press to reach an operator. You might have to wait a bit (like NVC) for an operator to get to you.

And haha, I thought NVC operators would lie to you

[The Humanists 10]

It seems like they're done reviewing your IV package! Call NVC three times and ask the same question: is my IV package FINISHED being reviewed. Make sure you empathize the 'finished'. And I say three times (at the least) because you might get varying answers.

As for your AOS, it'll always vary how long it takes for each package to get to a reviewing officer's desk. So don't worry about that. Just keep calling every day and asking for any updates on your case.

Thanks, Saylin! I took your advice, called NVC, and asked if they were done reviewing my IV package and had started on the AOS package. And you know what the operator said? She said our case is complete and that we should receive an email with the embassy appointment date once they have it! I called again and chose to go to the AVR, but the AVR isn't saying "case complete" yet. I'll call another human operator (and another) to verify the information, like you suggested.

Edited November 11, 2011 by The Humanists

[Saylin 1,605]

Thanks, Saylin! I took your advice, called NVC, and asked if they were done reviewing my IV package and had started on the AOS package. And you know what the operator said? She said our case is complete and that we should receive an email with the embassy appointment date once they have it! I called again and chose to go to the AVR, but the AVR isn't saying "case complete" yet. I'll call another human operator (and another) to verify the information, like you suggested.

Grats on the case complete! That's the best news you can get

The AVR usually takes a day or two to update, so it might update tomorrow for you. But yes, I suggest calling a few more operators to confirm that your case is indeed complete.

And good luck, hope you get your interview date real soon!

[Allegra+Hadrien 2]

2 or 3 questions for ya:

I sent out Hadrien's documents to him and realized that I forgot to put my dad's birth certificate in there.

He's the co-sponsor.

1. Is it fine if it is a notorized copy dating from 2008? Or should I tell him to order a new one?

2. I moved into our own place on November 1st. I have been living with my parents up until then so I filled out a I-864a (household member) should my dad fill out a new I-864 that Hadrien will give if they ask us where he will live when he gets to the States?

3. I had a 3rd question but I forgot what it was.

oh yeah - do I tell the embassy that I moved?

Edited November 11, 2011 by Allegra+Hadrien

[Saylin 1,605]

2 or 3 questions for ya:

I sent out Hadrien's documents to him and realized that I forgot to put my dad's birth certificate in there.

He's the co-sponsor.

1. Is it fine if it is a notorized copy dating from 2008? Or should I tell him to order a new one?

2. I moved into our own place on November 1st. I have been living with my parents up until then so I filled out a I-864a (household member) should my dad fill out a new I-864 that Hadrien will give if they ask us where he will live when he gets to the States?

3. I had a 3rd question but I forgot what it was.

oh yeah - do I tell the embassy that I moved?

I didn't have a co-sponsor, so I don't know if they request those documents, but if it's possible, would you be able to send your dad's birth certificate just in case if it is needed? I mean, you sent it to NVC so they should have it, but just in case.

If you moved, yes, I'd suggest you and your dad fill out new forms so the embassy will have the most up to date form. And no need to tell the embassy. When your spouse gives them the new form, they can mention it then. And a new DS-230 is also in order as it asks for the petitioner's address, and you want the green card going to the right address!

[Allegra+Hadrien 2]

I didn't have a co-sponsor, so I don't know if they request those documents, but if it's possible, would you be able to send your dad's birth certificate just in case if it is needed? I mean, you sent it to NVC so they should have it, but just in case.

If you moved, yes, I'd suggest you and your dad fill out new forms so the embassy will have the most up to date form. And no need to tell the embassy. When your spouse gives them the new form, they can mention it then. And a new DS-230 is also in order as it asks for the petitioner's address, and you want the green card going to the right address!

AHHH it's like doing the whole process again. OK, well I know what I'll be doing this week-end.

I sent in a photocopy of both my dad's and my drivers license to NVC so I want to send Hadrien my dad's Birth certificate just in case they need something more "official" looking. The notarized copy is dated 2008 though. That should OK, right?

Saylin - in addition to re-designing the VJ site, you also need to make an app for the iphone. I have been internet-less these past two weeks, so I have had plenty of time to think about it (if you need any ideas putting the app together).

[Saylin 1,605]

AHHH it's like doing the whole process again. OK, well I know what I'll be doing this week-end.

I sent in a photocopy of both my dad's and my drivers license to NVC so I want to send Hadrien my dad's Birth certificate just in case they need something more "official" looking. The notarized copy is dated 2008 though. That should OK, right?

Saylin - in addition to re-designing the VJ site, you also need to make an app for the iphone. I have been internet-less these past two weeks, so I have had plenty of time to think about it (if you need any ideas putting the app together).

Oh yes, you're the one that didn't send in a BC and I thought that was weird, as NVC usually wants proof of US citizenship of co-sponsors. And even though it's 2008, it should be okay. Not like a birth certificate changes

And yes, don't worry, I had been thinking about doing an app for the iPhone/Android for quite awhile now. I'll be taking a Mobile Apps class at school next year, and I'll start working on it then

[Allegra+Hadrien 2]

Oh yes, you're the one that didn't send in a BC and I thought that was weird, as NVC usually wants proof of US citizenship of co-sponsors. And even though it's 2008, it should be okay. Not like a birth certificate changes

And yes, don't worry, I had been thinking about doing an app for the iPhone/Android for quite awhile now. I'll be taking a Mobile Apps class at school next year, and I'll start working on it then

OK GREAT! Thnks

On the phone, I don't have my list of Emoticons. I like to pick and choose by their faces.

Btw, have you ever tried putting all of the faces in one post?? You can't!!!!!

That has got to change too.

Oh boy, I need to get a life!!!

Edited November 11, 2011 by Allegra+Hadrien

[Saylin 1,605]

OK GREAT! Thnks

On the phone, I don't have my list of Emoticons. I like to pick and choose by their faces.

Btw, have you ever tried putting all of the faces in one post?? You can't!!!!!

That has got to change too.

Oh boy, I need to get a life!!!

Yeah, I think there's like a 10 or 15 emoticon limit!

[jon&cess 0]

Hello everybody! I'm back! and I really need your advice regarding my case. Please do help me! I badly need it!

For starters, I'll be having my USEM Manila interview on December 9 @ 8:30am. So basically, I'm preparing all of the necessary documentations and paper works that I'll be needing to present during the interview. A lil backstory : During the NVC process, we passed our AOS packet which contains the following : Hubby's IRS & W2s (2010), original pay stubs & I-864 (no employment letter coz he's unemployed during that time). He's total income was also below the 125% required on the poverty guidelines ($11k last year), so we opted having a co-sponsor. Also included in the AOS packet was the co-sponsor's IRS & W2s (2010), original pay stubs, I-864, employment letter and biographic page of his US passport. Co-sponsor's total income was around $38k (for household size of 2, co-sponsor & me, the intending immigrant).

Earlier this month (november), hubby got a new job at firestone but only earns $12/hr flat rate. We are planning on requesting an employment letter from firestone (so that I'll have one in case it will be asked during the interview). But yeah, he'll still be below the 125% requirement on the poverty guidelines.

Here is my query, will I have a problem during USEM interview regarding my hubby's AOS (since he is the petitioner and still earns below the 125% requirement in the poverty guidelines though recently employed)? Or I'll do just fine since we have a co-sponsor? Will the CO ask me questions regarding our co-sponsor, his employment history, assets etc? I'm kinda worried here!

P.S. I've made a separate thread for this but no one seems to bother to respond. I really need you help guys & gals!

[roseTX 0]

Hello jon&cess - I have read your post and noticed that your hubby only send his 2010 IRS? is this correct? I just want to ask this again though I already read it, just want to make sure. Me and my husband has been debating on this IRS thing, either we just send only the 2010 IRS, etc. This IRS is delaying our AOS package. Because I want my husband to send 2008,2009, and 2010 but my husband insist just to send the 2010. So for the meantime we are waiting for his 2008, 2009 to arrive in the mail. Thanks for your reply.

Hello everybody! I'm back! and I really need your advice regarding my case. Please do help me! I badly need it!

For starters, I'll be having my USEM Manila interview on December 9 @ 8:30am. So basically, I'm preparing all of the necessary documentations and paper works that I'll be needing to present during the interview. A lil backstory : During the NVC process, we passed our AOS packet which contains the following : Hubby's IRS & W2s (2010), original pay stubs & I-864 (no employment letter coz he's unemployed during that time). He's total income was also below the 125% required on the poverty guidelines ($11k last year), so we opted having a co-sponsor. Also included in the AOS packet was the co-sponsor's IRS & W2s (2010), original pay stubs, I-864, employment letter and biographic page of his US passport. Co-sponsor's total income was around $38k (for household size of 2, co-sponsor & me, the intending immigrant).

Earlier this month (november), hubby got a new job at firestone but only earns $12/hr flat rate. We are planning on requesting an employment letter from firestone (so that I'll have one in case it will be asked during the interview). But yeah, he'll still be below the 125% requirement on the poverty guidelines.

Here is my query, will I have a problem during USEM interview regarding my hubby's AOS (since he is the petitioner and still earns below the 125% requirement in the poverty guidelines though recently employed)? Or I'll do just fine since we have a co-sponsor? Will the CO ask me questions regarding our co-sponsor, his employment history, assets etc? I'm kinda worried here!

P.S. I've made a separate thread for this but no one seems to bother to respond. I really need you help guys & gals!

[Saylin 1,605]

Hello everybody! I'm back! and I really need your advice regarding my case. Please do help me! I badly need it!

For starters, I'll be having my USEM Manila interview on December 9 @ 8:30am. So basically, I'm preparing all of the necessary documentations and paper works that I'll be needing to present during the interview. A lil backstory : During the NVC process, we passed our AOS packet which contains the following : Hubby's IRS & W2s (2010), original pay stubs & I-864 (no employment letter coz he's unemployed during that time). He's total income was also below the 125% required on the poverty guidelines ($11k last year), so we opted having a co-sponsor. Also included in the AOS packet was the co-sponsor's IRS & W2s (2010), original pay stubs, I-864, employment letter and biographic page of his US passport. Co-sponsor's total income was around $38k (for household size of 2, co-sponsor & me, the intending immigrant).

Earlier this month (november), hubby got a new job at firestone but only earns $12/hr flat rate. We are planning on requesting an employment letter from firestone (so that I'll have one in case it will be asked during the interview). But yeah, he'll still be below the 125% requirement on the poverty guidelines.

Here is my query, will I have a problem during USEM interview regarding my hubby's AOS (since he is the petitioner and still earns below the 125% requirement in the poverty guidelines though recently employed)? Or I'll do just fine since we have a co-sponsor? Will the CO ask me questions regarding our co-sponsor, his employment history, assets etc? I'm kinda worried here!

P.S. I've made a separate thread for this but no one seems to bother to respond. I really need you help guys & gals!

Since he got a new job, he's going to need to fill out a new I-864 so it's updated. And if he can get the employment letter, that'd be good, although not a big deal as you have a co-sponsor. Now, I don't know how the embassy in the Philippines is, but you shouldn't have a problem as you do have a co-sponsor and all their documents, and they make enough for a household size of two. They might ask questions, they might not. I don't know what kind of questions Philippines ask. But be prepared and know what the co-sponsor does for employment and such.

Hello jon&cess - I have read your post and noticed that your hubby only send his 2010 IRS? is this correct? I just want to ask this again though I already read it, just want to make sure. Me and my husband has been debating on this IRS thing, either we just send only the 2010 IRS, etc. This IRS is delaying our AOS package. Because I want my husband to send 2008,2009, and 2010 but my husband insist just to send the 2010. So for the meantime we are waiting for his 2008, 2009 to arrive in the mail. Thanks for your reply.

For tax information, it's only required to send last year's information (2010). It's completely optional to send the last three years (2008, 2009, 2010).

My husband and I decided to do three years, "just in case". We didn't want to just send the recent year and then be issued an RFE for the other two years for whatever reason. Even though his other two years were below the poverty line, we still sent them.

When did you order the IRS transcripts? I know when my husband ordered them, it only took about a week.