NVC Filers - January 2013

[DeniseFrance 14]

Skip calling the embassy (for now), and just call DOS tomorrow once they open (they closed at 5pm today). Their number and hours are on the first post. It's free to call them and they could be just as useful. Report back tomorrow what they say (hopefully something good).

Saylin: I called the DOS before they closed yesterday. They told me to call next week because they don't have any new information yet.

But I guess this is normal at this time of year to expect a delay?

If you do a search on Google with "wheres my visa", the first hit is a thread from Visa Journey!

The quote bellow is from a VJ member who's fiance had an interview in Paris around the same time of year as my spouse.

"Posted 20 January 2012 - 11:08 AM

Hi - my fiancé had his interview on 12/15/11. Like you, he was approved on the spot and told he could expect his Visa in about a week via Chronopost. We also began to worry when 2 wks later he still hadn't received it. And like you, no tracking number was showing. On the 15th day, he called the embassy and found out that apparently, no Visas get sent out during the Christmas/New Year season. Nice of them NOT to mention that when he was there!!! So, my advice is that you contact them. The embassy in Paris charges about 14 Euros for calling with questions, but for the peace of mind, it was totally worth it. Good luck!!! (P.S. The Visa arrived 3 days later.)"

Edited January 3, 2013 by DeniseFrance

[OriZ 3,157]

Hey guys, this might seem like a stupid question but I keep reading different things about it so it's gotten quite confusing at this point...for the AOS when sending photocopies and not transcripts, what forms are actually needed? W2, 1099, 1040, ...?

[Kazulie 132]

Filing for 2 children...

On AOS:

Filing for child #1....where do I put child #2 that I am also filing for? Do I put him under children or under other dependents?

[Nick1980 11]

Checking in too!Still haven't got our case and IIN # but hoping till the end of January

[Saylin 1,605]

Saylin: I called the DOS before they closed yesterday. They told me to call next week because they don't have any new information yet.

But I guess this is normal at this time of year to expect a delay?

If you do a search on Google with "wheres my visa", the first hit is a thread from Visa Journey!

The quote bellow is from a VJ member who's fiance had an interview in Paris around the same time of year as my spouse.

"Posted 20 January 2012 - 11:08 AM

Hi - my fiancé had his interview on 12/15/11. Like you, he was approved on the spot and told he could expect his Visa in about a week via Chronopost. We also began to worry when 2 wks later he still hadn't received it. And like you, no tracking number was showing. On the 15th day, he called the embassy and found out that apparently, no Visas get sent out during the Christmas/New Year season. Nice of them NOT to mention that when he was there!!! So, my advice is that you contact them. The embassy in Paris charges about 14 Euros for calling with questions, but for the peace of mind, it was totally worth it. Good luck!!! (P.S. The Visa arrived 3 days later.)"

Yeah, I was thinking it may be delayed due to the holidays. Glad you found that thread and that person from Paris to confirm it though. I guess all you can do is wait at this point.

Hey guys, this might seem like a stupid question but I keep reading different things about it so it's gotten quite confusing at this point...for the AOS when sending photocopies and not transcripts, what forms are actually needed? W2, 1099, 1040, ...?

If you don't send tax transcripts (which are preferred by NVC), then you need to send copies of EVERYTHING: 1040, W2s, 1099s, all schedules, etc.

[Darnell 8,478]

seriously NVC they are doing like service request to talk to a supervisor. Called twice today. First call this morning got like the most rudest woman, I had to check her butt and say "ummm I did nothing to you I have a situation I need a supervisor and all u giving me is attitude. " than she calmed the heck down, Goodness. Now I just call and nice guy took my number and name and said someone will be calling shortly.

what happen to kindness and customer service. Man. Well tomorrow no matter I have everything printed and its being mailed to NVC.

So you never got a supervisor. Don't mail yer stuff till you've had that conversation <EOM>

[Darnell 8,478]

Should I send the AOS and IV packets separate, together or my choice?

I'm hearing conflicting answers. One says to do whichever way I want. Another is saying that they wont move forward with the IV packet until they get the AOS packet and that only e-filers get to send in both packets at the same time...

?????

I say read a bit,

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/397538-nvc-filers-november-2012/

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/402383-nvc-filers-december-2012/

then do what you feel is do-able.

Good Luck !

[srey 12]

Has anyone gotten I-601A Notice? I know it says "This notice applies to you if you are currently in the United States..." Since my wife has never been in the united states, I will ignore it. Do I have to email NVC letting them know this does not apply? or by ignoring it tells them this does not apply. I don't want to delay my wife's interview date. Just wanted some feedback to ensure i'm on the right track..

Subject: I-601A PROVISIONAL WAIVER OF UNLAWFUL PRESENCE

January 3, 2013

NVC Case Number: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

Dear XXXXXXXXXXX:

This notice applies to you if you are currently in the United States, are or have been unlawfully present

and plan to apply for an immigrant visa at a U.S. embassy or consulate abroad.

Beginning March 4, 2013, certain immediate relatives of U.S. citizens may apply for a provisional

waiver of inadmissibility due to unlawful presence before leaving the United States. For more

information, please visit immigrantvisas.state.gov.

Before filing Form I-601A, YOU MUST NOTIFY THE NATIONAL VISA CENTER (NVC) by

emailing NVCI601A@state.gov. Failure to notify the NVC that you plan to file Form I-601A will delay

your visa application.

Thanks!

Edited January 3, 2013 by srey

[Darnell 8,478]

Has anyone gotten I-601A Notice? I know it says "This notice applies to you if you are currently in the United States..." Since my wife has never been in the united states, I will ignore it. Do I have to email NVC letting them know this does not apply? or by ignoring it tells them this does not apply. I don't want to delay my wife's interview date. Just wanted some feedback to ensure i'm on the right track..

Alas, this is some new thing.

The DoS has decided not to spend the extra money to figure out who actually has accrued unlawful presence,

and instead,

is sending out spam emails to all folk with a recent I-130 approval.

Ignore it, as it doesn't apply to yer lass.

[indiana_sweetie 120]

Has anyone gotten I-601A Notice? I know it says "This notice applies to you if you are currently in the United States..." Since my wife has never been in the united states, I will ignore it. Do I have to email NVC letting them know this does not apply? or by ignoring it tells them this does not apply. I don't want to delay my wife's interview date. Just wanted some feedback to ensure i'm on the right track..

Thanks!

OMG I just got this darn notice I almost had a heart attack thinking it was something important

[A_& T_ 3]

Has anyone gotten I-601A Notice? I know it says "This notice applies to you if you are currently in the United States..." Since my wife has never been in the united states, I will ignore it. Do I have to email NVC letting them know this does not apply? or by ignoring it tells them this does not apply. I don't want to delay my wife's interview date. Just wanted some feedback to ensure i'm on the right track..

Thanks!

Me too, i received NOTICE from NVC the same you got, but husband said it is just advisement to everyone and they are sending out this warning to all immigrant applicants. There are many illegal aliens currently living in the USA. so i guess we don't have to panic

im waiting case compete

[dwheels76 5,468]

So you never got a supervisor. Don't mail yer stuff till you've had that conversation <EOM>

have called the last 2 days got 3 service requests. jeep getting "a supervisor is not available. Do you want one to call you?" Yet no one has called me.

I mean come on now. someone needs to talk to me.

Most the time the phone is busy, What in the world is going on.

Edited January 4, 2013 by dwheels76

[dwheels76 5,468]

have called the last 2 days got 3 service requests. jeep getting "a supervisor is not available. Do you want one to call you?" Yet no one has called me.

I mean come on now. someone needs to talk to me.

Most the time the phone is busy, What in the world is going on.

I am so excited. Supervisor Bob called me back while I was on hold to NVC. Nice man.

Darnell word for word I read your script and he said "okay send in all you have with your letter. We must have DS-230". I have that praise God.

He said "you probably will get a checklist but it will say to bring to interview. But do your best to send the BC and PC if you can. I so feel for you mame."

So I am set and this will get mailed off tomorrow. I am just thrilled. Progress.

Thank you Darnell you are an angel.

I will keep you posted.

[Saylin 1,605]

I am so excited. Supervisor Bob called me back while I was on hold to NVC. Nice man.

Darnell word for word I read your script and he said "okay send in all you have with your letter. We must have DS-230". I have that praise God.

He said "you probably will get a checklist but it will say to bring to interview. But do your best to send the BC and PC if you can. I so feel for you mame."

So I am set and this will get mailed off tomorrow. I am just thrilled. Progress.

Thank you Darnell you are an angel.

I will keep you posted.

Finally, some progress! Good luck, hope all goes well!

[srey 12]

Fantastic news Dwheels!!! I'm so happy for you!!

Thanks for the update Darnell!