Stand alone I-130 for stepchild(ren)

[riro 13]

I called NVC today, and find out that they received my kids case on April 2nd, but still no case number assigned. I am planning on calling once a week to see if there's anything new. My other concern is that once they have their interview schedule, should I go to Ciudad Juarez for the interview, or just my ex-wife? It looks like they have to stay like a week in Ciudad Juarez for TB test!!! I wish they had the opportunity to do that in Mexico City, where they live actually! May be at least the ASC (for pictures and Biometrics) could be done in Mexico City. I really appreciate if you guys have any idea about that! Thank you!

[Sascafig 12]

I called NVC today, and find out that they received my kids case on April 2nd, but still no case number assigned. I am planning on calling once a week to see if there's anything new. My other concern is that once they have their interview schedule, should I go to Ciudad Juarez for the interview, or just my ex-wife? It looks like they have to stay like a week in Ciudad Juarez for TB test!!! I wish they had the opportunity to do that in Mexico City, where they live actually! May be at least the ASC (for pictures and Biometrics) could be done in Mexico City. I really appreciate if you guys have any idea about that! Thank you!

Wow, I'm glad you asked that question. I wasn't aware that the requirement for the TB test was ages 2-14. Our youngest is 14, which means we are in the same situation as you. The biometrics part can definitely be taken care of in their home city. I prefer to get that part done and over with in advance of Juarez. Once you're there waiting for the interview, you have enough things to be nervous about. Taking one thing off your plate can only help. My husband will be going to the interview with the boys just because his ex is a little unreliable, and since his work schedule is flexible it won't hurt us too badly for him to be gone for a week, thank God. But for most people it really is a hardship. I am hoping to be able to go just to show my solidarity but I doubt I can get that much time off. What a bummer.

[riro 13]

Still no NVC case number!!!! I keep calling once a week! No case number so far!!!

[Sascafig 12]

Well I actually got emails with our case numbers...3 of the 4 anyway. I called the NVC about the fourth and was given the case number over the phone. I was able to go online and complete the DS-261 for the three I got emails about, but the one I had to call and get the number for still says "case unavailable for further processing" on the CEAC website Why oh why did they separate one of the boys from the others???

[dadajnm 27]

Well I actually got emails with our case numbers...3 of the 4 anyway. I called the NVC about the fourth and was given the case number over the phone. I was able to go online and complete the DS-261 for the three I got emails about, but the one I had to call and get the number for still says "case unavailable for further processing" on the CEAC website Why oh why did they separate one of the boys from the others???

hi, at least now the ball can start rolling. am sure for the 4th one it will be available for you to fill the ds261. all the best so glad for you.

ps-can you request nvc to join all the four cases together?

[Sascafig 12]

hi, at least now the ball can start rolling. am sure for the 4th one it will be available for you to fill the ds261. all the best so glad for you.

ps-can you request nvc to join all the four cases together?

Thank you! Yes, I called the NVC again this morning just to double check and to try to speak with someone who didn't sound like an automated recording. I got lucky, and this operator was able to tell me that they are preparing the final case for initial instructions and that I shouldn't have to wait very long before I can access it on the CEAC site. So that's a relief. Also, she assured me that the four cases are still linked, something the operator on Friday was either unable or unwilling to confirm. At least now I can start putting the case numbers on all four packets. That should keep me busy for a while at least!

[kristinebelle 3]

We applied January 2014 now the ceac.state.gov site id down so I cant pay the IV application fee

[riro 13]

Well I actually got emails with our case numbers...3 of the 4 anyway. I called the NVC about the fourth and was given the case number over the phone. I was able to go online and complete the DS-261 for the three I got emails about, but the one I had to call and get the number for still says "case unavailable for further processing" on the CEAC website Why oh why did they separate one of the boys from the others???

Congratulations!!! I am still waiting!!! Happy for you!

[Rlelle09 28]

Hi everyone! Im new to this site. Just wanted some advice/thoughts/suggestions. My spouse is a US citizen and i am a Canadian citizen. We currently reside in Canada ( i sponsored him to become a permanent resident of Canada and he was approved and got his pr in 2011). Just wondering, we have 2 children together do we still have to attend an interview? Also, i have a son from a previous relationship (when i was 17) my son is almost 12 and has never seen his biological father EVER!! i do have a court order giving me sole custody of my son and i was granted child support based on a standard amount (the courts just chose a number because the father would never show up to court) my order does not say that i cannot relocate with my son, nor does is state any visitation (of course because there isn't any and never has been any) i have taken my son to the US about 4 times and all i do is show them my court order and i have no questions or trouble in regards to him. Will i have trouble trying to get my son to relocate as well? My husband filed and i-130 for my son as well as a step child. Your help is so appreciated. Thanks!!!

[Sascafig 12]

Congratulations!!! I am still waiting!!! Happy for you!

Thank you, I hope you get yours soon! The last son's DS261 became available on Monday, and I waited until his was processed before paying the AOS bill. The AOS bill had been available for a while on the other boys, but when I clicked the Related Cases link on the payment portal only two linked cases showed, not the three. I'm glad I waited so I only had to pay the $88 one time! Now I'm waiting to pay the last two IV fees, two became available to pay this morning. So once the case numbers are assigned it looks like everything else is moving pretty fluidly. Now I'm just double, triple, and quadruple checking all the paperwork I'm submitting. I don't want to make a stupid mistake!

Hi everyone! Im new to this site. Just wanted some advice/thoughts/suggestions. My spouse is a US citizen and i am a Canadian citizen. We currently reside in Canada ( i sponsored him to become a permanent resident of Canada and he was approved and got his pr in 2011). Just wondering, we have 2 children together do we still have to attend an interview? Also, i have a son from a previous relationship (when i was 17) my son is almost 12 and has never seen his biological father EVER!! i do have a court order giving me sole custody of my son and i was granted child support based on a standard amount (the courts just chose a number because the father would never show up to court) my order does not say that i cannot relocate with my son, nor does is state any visitation (of course because there isn't any and never has been any) i have taken my son to the US about 4 times and all i do is show them my court order and i have no questions or trouble in regards to him. Will i have trouble trying to get my son to relocate as well? My husband filed and i-130 for my son as well as a step child. Your help is so appreciated. Thanks!!!

Hi and welcome

Your situation is a little different but I'm happy to chime in with what I can. I know that with your husband living abroad you can go a slightly different route. Take a look at this link http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/621-dcf-canada-yes-virginia-you-can/ for DCF in Canada. Also, check this link, under the Step 4 section titled DOMICILE. http://www.visajourney.com/wiki/index.php/NVC_Process for an idea of what extra steps you'll need to go through when your husband files his Affidavit of Support.

I know nothing really about the process but I see it discussed a lot on the forums so the information is out there. Hope the links help.

You will have an interview, I've never heard of an immigrant visa being granted without one. Your husband should have filed for you as the primary beneficiary so you will attend with your children. Depending on the specific consulate, your husband may or may not be allowed to attend as well.

As for your child from a previous relationship, the court orders granting you sole custody should be all you need. It's always advisable, however, to do country-specific requirements to verify exactly what will be required. But I think Canada is pretty straightforward and you shouldn't need more than the court order. Countries like the Philippines are where people have the most difficulties regarding non-immigrating biological parents and custody issues.

The best of luck to you!

[Rlelle09 28]

Thank you Sascafig!! My husband petitioned for both my son and I and we sent the petitions last week Wednesday in the same package. How do we let them know i'm the primary beneficiary?

[Sascafig 12]

Thank you Sascafig!! My husband petitioned for both my son and I and we sent the petitions last week Wednesday in the same package. How do we let them know i'm the primary beneficiary?

It's nothing formal you need to request. When you get to the next stage of the process and pay for your Affidavit of Support your husband will pay one fee for you and you will get a receipt for you calling you the primary beneficiary, and as long as the cases are linked in the system you will not be required to pay the fee again for the children.

[riro 13]

Today, I called NVC and they told me that a case number has been assigned for my 2 kids on May 2nd. I got case number, invoice ID and Beneficiary ID. They asked me about an e-mail address. I told them to use just mine. They said it's fine. They said they will send me instructions by e-mail. Minutes later, I tried to check the information on NVC website, but still shows "case unavailable for further processing" . So I think may be by Friday it should show up there. Meanwhile, I'll be renewing my kids passport since it's going to expire in few months. One step closer to have them here!!!

[Sascafig 12]

Today, I called NVC and they told me that a case number has been assigned for my 2 kids on May 2nd. I got case number, invoice ID and Beneficiary ID. They asked me about an e-mail address. I told them to use just mine. They said it's fine. They said they will send me instructions by e-mail. Minutes later, I tried to check the information on NVC website, but still shows "case unavailable for further processing" . So I think may be by Friday it should show up there. Meanwhile, I'll be renewing my kids passport since it's going to expire in few months. One step closer to have them here!!!

Congratulations on getting the numbers assigned! I hope things pick up at the NVC, but even with the backlog things seem to be moving pretty steadily. I hope we can get in for a July interview, but I'm hearing that Juarez is so busy right now that they may be scheduling two to three months out. I hope that's not true!

[riro 13]

Congratulations on getting the numbers assigned! I hope things pick up at the NVC, but even with the backlog things seem to be moving pretty steadily. I hope we can get in for a July interview, but I'm hearing that Juarez is so busy right now that they may be scheduling two to three months out. I hope that's not true!

I hope that's not true!!! So, today I was able to submit Choice of Address and Agent for 1 of my kids. For my second child, it's still not available. I wonder though for the AOS, are you sending the I-864W form?