Questions about the process AFTER NOA2 [New Delhi, IN]

[ronn 0]

Hi guys,

After doing a looot of research and reading a lot of interview reviews and stories, I decided to get it straight. I am trying to get information specific to New Delhi, INdia embassy so I could really use some feedback who has had any experience with that location. General feedback is absolutely appreciated. All of you here are very awesome and I love this community.

The story so far; From what I've heard and read, after the NVC sends the case over to the applicant's embassy, the beneficiary receives 2 packets in succession. Packet 3 and Packet 4. I've heard stories, that the Packet 4 is not received until after the contents requested in Packet 3 are sent back by the applicant(can someone confirm?).

The New Delhi embassy website (http://newdelhi.usembassy.gov/ivpacket309k1.html) says and I quote "Obtain the following documents on this checklist, which pertain to you. As you obtain each document, check the box before each item and return this form to the Immigrant Visa Section at the American Embassy, New Delhi. Do not send the documents to this office. You are required to submit the documents at the time of your interview.". Upon reading further, I see that "Complete and return immediately to the Immigrant visa section at the American Embassy the enclosed Form (Applicant Statement) and form DS-230 Part 1." So does this mean, that my finance only needs to return DS-230 Part 1 as Packet 3?

Next, and I apologize if this post seems long. It appears that a few days after the Packet 3 is sent back (with the DS-230), the applicant receives a Packet 4 (http://newdelhi.usembassy.gov/ivk1packet4.html) which contains DS-156, DS-156k, I-134 and DS-230 and a VISA APPOINTMENT date. Is this correct? and it seems like all the relationship documents, including the birth certificate and police clearance is to be submitted with packet 4. It also says "If you were unable to submit your documents at a VFS office, please bring them to the Embassy on the day of interview; however, you must pay the courier charges at a VFS office prior to your scheduled interview date. We strongly encourage you to submit your documents at a VFS office at least seven (7) days prior to your scheduled interview.". So, if I understand this correctly, all the documents, including the DS-156(k) along with proof of relationship, I-134 etc. need to be submitted 7 days prior to the interview along with a copy of the same during the interview (in case they ask for it).

Does all this seem correct to anyone?

Again, the reason for this post is that I have seen different instruction (perhaps because of different embassies) and I just want to get the process down right (specific to - if possible - the New Delhi, India embassy).

Any help, as always is greatly appreciated!

Edited January 12, 2012 by ronn

[ronn 0]

No one can answer any of my questions here?

[ajacks 3]

Hi, I guess I am in line with you and had the exact same question on when can we move on both packet 3 and packet 4 so that we use our time effectively. I am going to mail/post to some recent New Delhi approvals on K1 to get an answer.

[R.&S. 2]

After a week of receiving case no from NVC (which you will get in a letter), your fiance should write an email to US embassy New delhi asking your packet 3 because it will never get delivered on time at your fiance's home in India through normal post( as most of applicant experience this situation)

Packet 3: Embassy will reply to your fiance an email with two forms attached in it ( DS 230 pt.1st and Applicant's statement) download those from US embassy website, fill, sign, scan and email back to Embassy. Thats your packet 3.

Packet 4: Stay in contact with embassy by email asking about your interview date, soon after you will get your appointment day and will be asked to deposit all forms, PCCs and relationship proofs which are mentioned in packet 4 at VFS before a week of your interview.

Good Luck.

Hi guys,

After doing a looot of research and reading a lot of interview reviews and stories, I decided to get it straight. I am trying to get information specific to New Delhi, INdia embassy so I could really use some feedback who has had any experience with that location. General feedback is absolutely appreciated. All of you here are very awesome and I love this community.

The story so far; From what I've heard and read, after the NVC sends the case over to the applicant's embassy, the beneficiary receives 2 packets in succession. Packet 3 and Packet 4. I've heard stories, that the Packet 4 is not received until after the contents requested in Packet 3 are sent back by the applicant(can someone confirm?).

The New Delhi embassy website (http://newdelhi.usembassy.gov/ivpacket309k1.html) says and I quote "Obtain the following documents on this checklist, which pertain to you. As you obtain each document, check the box before each item and return this form to the Immigrant Visa Section at the American Embassy, New Delhi. Do not send the documents to this office. You are required to submit the documents at the time of your interview.". Upon reading further, I see that "Complete and return immediately to the Immigrant visa section at the American Embassy the enclosed Form (Applicant Statement) and form DS-230 Part 1." So does this mean, that my finance only needs to return DS-230 Part 1 as Packet 3?

Next, and I apologize if this post seems long. It appears that a few days after the Packet 3 is sent back (with the DS-230), the applicant receives a Packet 4 (http://newdelhi.usembassy.gov/ivk1packet4.html) which contains DS-156, DS-156k, I-134 and DS-230 and a VISA APPOINTMENT date. Is this correct? and it seems like all the relationship documents, including the birth certificate and police clearance is to be submitted with packet 4. It also says "If you were unable to submit your documents at a VFS office, please bring them to the Embassy on the day of interview; however, you must pay the courier charges at a VFS office prior to your scheduled interview date. We strongly encourage you to submit your documents at a VFS office at least seven (7) days prior to your scheduled interview.". So, if I understand this correctly, all the documents, including the DS-156(k) along with proof of relationship, I-134 etc. need to be submitted 7 days prior to the interview along with a copy of the same during the interview (in case they ask for it).

Does all this seem correct to anyone?

Again, the reason for this post is that I have seen different instruction (perhaps because of different embassies) and I just want to get the process down right (specific to - if possible - the New Delhi, India embassy).

Any help, as always is greatly appreciated!

Edited February 24, 2012 by R.&S.

[dyntyne 11]

Ronn,

As it looks like your application has moved along since you first posted, can you provide an update on some of your own questions? Is it the case that your fiancé only needed to send DS-230 part 1 in response to Packet 3?

I've just received the NOA2, and I guess now I've just got to wait until I receive notice from the NVC. Once I receive it, do you recommend my fiancé email the US embassy in New Delhi, as suggested by R.&S.? Have you emailed the embassy about your Packet 4?

Best of luck! And congratulations on getting so far along in the process!