NVC Filers - April 2012

[Saylin 1,605]

Well I have seen that in Canada there is a chance you can be placed in AP if you were born in the Middle East or have a Muslim name. My wife is a Pakistani citizen so I believe the odds of her being placed in AP are high.

Oh yes, if she is from Pakistan, then she will likely have to go through background checks. But those usually don't last long (month or two at the most). Well, at least, you'll both have plenty of time to plan the reception and make it PERFECT

[sheeshkabelle 153]

But did you receive the checklist email yet and learn what they want ? The operator didn't seem to know exactly what it was about.

He said they wanted a 1099 for self employment income. I would have one of those if I was an independent contractor from another LLC or incorporated business. I don't, I am sole proprietor. I did call back and talk to someone who had more of a clue. I explained it to her. She said to send in a letter as to why I do not have a 1099 and include my Schedule C. I just gave them a little more to chew on, in case another fool looks over it.

[Saylin 1,605]

No i dont think so.Im Muslim as well and i born in Bangladesh.Never heard of any muslim girl in canada got in AP.Dont worry.

Oh, there's a bunch of cases. Just saw a post about it today or yesterday in fact where a Middle Eastern Canadian got put into AP for background checks. But like I said, they don't usually last very long.

Here's the thread I saw: http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/360836-admistrative-processing/

Edited April 3, 2012 by Saylin

[Neela & Jitu 79]

Oh, there's a bunch of cases. Just saw a post about it today or yesterday in fact where a Middle Eastern Canadian got put into AP for background checks. But like I said, they don't usually last very long.

Here's the thread I saw: http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/360836-admistrative-processing/

OMG Than i have go through it too?

[sheeshkabelle 153]

No i dont think so.Im Muslim as well and i born in Bangladesh.Never heard of any muslim girl in canada got in AP.Dont worry.

It happens all the time. Be prepared for it.

[Saylin 1,605]

OMG Than i have go through it too?

Most likely

[Neela & Jitu 79]

It happens all the time. Be prepared for it.

But i never heared anyone from Bangladesh(girls) get in ap.Oh well i dont care now.If Allah plans for it than i have to go through it.Im positive i wont go through.Insallah!

[Gigli2008 70]

Saylin, please update the spreadsheet that I mailed my IV packet yesterday 4/2/2012. I also got a check list email in the afternoon, but that was just asking for the IV packet.

Just dodged a few tornadoes here in North Texas, and more are on the way. We had to go to the stairwell for safety 3 times over the last 1 and 1/2 hours. I am afraid to go see how my car looks like after all the hail that passed through.

Edited April 3, 2012 by Gigli2008

[VisaJourney2011 14]

Thank you to all for your well wishes!

Now another waiting phase begins . Hope i don't have to wait too long to get the Interview letter email aka Packet4

But i guess i should be calling NVC and DOS every other days? or daily? or every week?

and ask them: Has interview date been assigned for me?

Do I get an email when my case is completed?

Generally, no. Only those doing EP (electronic processing) get the case complete emails. There are some non-EP folk that get case complete emails, but it's rare. Again, to find out if your case is complete, call an operator at NVC and ask.

After the case is completed, what happens?

In most cases: the case is put in a queue to get an interview date scheduled. Once an interview date is scheduled, the case is shipped out to the consulate/embassy.

Who should I be calling to find out my interview date?

You should be calling both NVC and DOS. Both have access to your case information. Their numbers are linked above.

How long does it take to get an interview date after a case complete?

This varies by country and consulate/embassy. Some people find out within a day or two, others a few weeks, then the few unfortunate that wait a few months (ex: Ghana). To get the best estimate for YOUR country is to search, using the timeline feature, when others got case completes and when they got their interview dates scheduled.

When do interview dates get scheduled?

If you talk to operators at NVC, they'll always tell you they ONLY schedule during the second week of each month. This is a LIE. They schedule interviews ALL month long. Many people (like myself) have gotten scheduled during the last week of the month. I repeat, they schedule ALL month long.

How long does it take for NVC to mail my case out after getting an interview date scheduled?

Usually it's the next day, but it can take up to a week or more in rare cases.

Edited April 3, 2012 by VisaJourney2011

[Rac2012 0]

So I'm trying to change my address on USCIS' site, but I'm a little confused. Is my application still 'pending'?

[TangoBravo 7]

Saylin, please update the spreadsheet that I mailed my IV packet yesterday 4/2/2012. I also got a check list email in the afternoon, but that was just asking for the IV packet.

Just dodged a few tornadoes here in North Texas, and more are on the way. We had to go to the stairwell for safety 3 times over the last 1 and 1/2 hours. I am afraid to go see how my car looks like after all the hail that passed through.

Saw that in Fox news, Dallas County. At least you're OK.

[Alaska2012 462]

Saylin, please update the spreadsheet that I mailed my IV packet yesterday 4/2/2012. I also got a check list email in the afternoon, but that was just asking for the IV packet.

Just dodged a few tornadoes here in North Texas, and more are on the way. We had to go to the stairwell for safety 3 times over the last 1 and 1/2 hours. I am afraid to go see how my car looks like after all the hail that passed through.

I know a few paintless dent repair guys working in texas, they are experts in hale damage on cars. Let me know if you want a phone number!

[Gigli2008 70]

I know a few paintless dent repair guys working in texas, they are experts in hale damage on cars. Let me know if you want a phone number!

Thanks. I'll be sure to let you know.

[Trav&Shell 83]

Got...and paid...MY AOS INVOICE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (Saylin...turns out it was my name causing the issues, my file now reflects the last name Lowman )

[Alaska2012 462]

Thanks. I'll be sure to let you know.