NOA2 and then what's next?

[caradavie 11]

We were just talking of how it would be nice to be together and that we will see each other soon and then finished the skype call. Checked my gmail and i got an email from USCIS! OMG! I can't believe it. i called my fiance right away and told him that our petition got approved! We were so surprised! We didn't expect the NOA2 will come this soon. So after NOA2, what's next? Will there be another long wait for getting a schedule? Can anyone share any tips on how to proceed with the rest of the process?

[nealxette 4]

Start calling NVC next week to get your MNL case number. Call everyday. when you get the case number, follow this instruction

http://photos.state.gov/libraries/manila/19452/public/Revised%20K1%20Instruction%20Packet%20_3__rtf2_005.pdf

[Linds&Youssef 56]

Next your case will be sent to NVC (National Visa Center) where it will go through cursory processing... they'll check to make sure addresses are accurate and such, then they'll assign a case number before sending the petition to your consulate. This process may take anywhere from a couple of weeks to several weeks (CSC appears to be pretty slow to send NOA2 cases along to NVC these days... average looks to be about 28 days or so). I've also heard of cases that have been at NVC waiting for case numbers to be assigned for 3-4 weeks recently. That said, I've seen them also go through from NOA2 to receipt at the beneficiary's consulate in as little as 2 weeks recently. You can start calling the NVC about a week after you received the NOA2 to inquire as to whether they've received your case, assigned a case number, and even whether they've sent it to the consulate (using your WAC receipt number). This is also a good time to start gathering the documents and evidence that you'll need for the Packet 3 and the interview. Congrats and best of luck!

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We were just talking of how it would be nice to be together and that we will see each other soon and then finished the skype call. Checked my gmail and i got an email from USCIS! OMG! I can't believe it. i called my fiance right away and told him that our petition got approved! We were so surprised! We didn't expect the NOA2 will come this soon. So after NOA2, what's next? Will there be another long wait for getting a schedule? Can anyone share any tips on how to proceed with the rest of the process?

Congrats, this is a personal good news to me.

So they do notify on weekends too.

[caradavie 11]

Congrats, this is a personal good news to me.

So they do notify on weekends too.

No, they notified us yesterday July 20. Thanks. I hope yours get approved soon to.

[caradavie 11]

Start calling NVC next week to get your MNL case number. Call everyday. when you get the case number, follow this instruction

http://photos.state....3__rtf2_005.pdf

wow, i saw your timeline. they schedule the interview that far? almost 2 months from your NOA2? now, i'm worried. I thought once your get the NOA2, it will be easier. But i guess, there will be another long wait. Anyway, is the beneficiary allowed to call or it should just be the petitioner?

[caradavie 11]

Next your case will be sent to NVC (National Visa Center) where it will go through cursory processing... they'll check to make sure addresses are accurate and such, then they'll assign a case number before sending the petition to your consulate. This process may take anywhere from a couple of weeks to several weeks (CSC appears to be pretty slow to send NOA2 cases along to NVC these days... average looks to be about 28 days or so). I've also heard of cases that have been at NVC waiting for case numbers to be assigned for 3-4 weeks recently. That said, I've seen them also go through from NOA2 to receipt at the beneficiary's consulate in as little as 2 weeks recently. You can start calling the NVC about a week after you received the NOA2 to inquire as to whether they've received your case, assigned a case number, and even whether they've sent it to the consulate (using your WAC receipt number). This is also a good time to start gathering the documents and evidence that you'll need for the Packet 3 and the interview. Congrats and best of luck!

will it be ok to follow-up with them everyday? i want to do that, but i don't want them to get irritated to me and it might affect our application.. so 2 weeks is the minimum turn around time for my case to be forwarded from NVC to my consulate? i appreciate all your advise guys. thank you!

[thinkerlove0212 158]

We were just talking of how it would be nice to be together and that we will see each other soon and then finished the skype call. Checked my gmail and i got an email from USCIS! OMG! I can't believe it. i called my fiance right away and told him that our petition got approved! We were so surprised! We didn't expect the NOA2 will come this soon. So after NOA2, what's next? Will there be another long wait for getting a schedule? Can anyone share any tips on how to proceed with the rest of the process?

Read some guides

[nealxette 4]

wow, i saw your timeline. they schedule the interview that far? almost 2 months from your NOA2? now, i'm worried. I thought once your get the NOA2, it will be easier. But i guess, there will be another long wait. Anyway, is the beneficiary allowed to call or it should just be the petitioner?

There was a sudden back logged at NVC kaya medyo natagalan bago namin nakuha ang case number namin. But I heard ok na ulit ngayon. When I scheduled for interview, August 13 was the earliest date available.

Congrats on your approval and goodluck

Just call NVC everyday and/or e-mail them at NVCInquiry@state.gov

Ohh...I just called them once. Si fiance ang madalas tumawag

Edited July 22, 2012 by nealxette

[nealxette 4]

wow, i saw your timeline. they schedule the interview that far?

You schedule your interview after paying the visa fee at bpi

[caradavie 11]

You schedule your interview after paying the visa fee at bpi

thanks sis for the advise. i will call NVC every weekdays. sana they won't get mad at me if i do that. anyway, from where are you sis? and where's your fiance in CA? My fiance is in Sacramento. I wish i can get an interview schedule soon. I will start calling them tomorrow. anyway, goodluck to us. ang hirap maghintay no? I can't wait to be with my fiance.

[nealxette 4]

call them a week after noa2.

[Azteca143 9]

wow, i saw your timeline. they schedule the interview that far? almost 2 months from your NOA2? now, i'm worried. I thought once your get the NOA2, it will be easier. But i guess, there will be another long wait. Anyway, is the beneficiary allowed to call or it should just be the petitioner?

Yes,Beneficiary can call NVC...I did call them before to get my Manila case number but not everyday,give it time.

btw,i used Smart IDD to call only cost you 2.5/min.and if you call them,prepare your receipt number,name and

date of birth of Petitioner and Beneficiary,and your email address...goodluck!

[Ryan H 3,812]

Moved from K1 Process & Procedures to Philippines regional forum; OP is at the point in the process where procedures are country specific.

[abner137 48]