NVC Filers - March 2013

[Sarsoor 8]

Ack, are you calling via skype? I hate when I've been waiting on hold for half an hour and as soon as a rep picks up, skype cuts the call. I have been seriously close to tossing my computer out the window a few times.

Keep us posted on what they say!

hahaha

[ndu26 114]

ALL PRAISE TO GOD, CASE COMPLETE!!!!!!!!! :dancing: :dancing: :dancing:

We received a checklist on 03/08/2013 regarding residence @ age 16 and original birth certificate. New DS-230 updated with Part 1 signed, certified copy of birth certificate and Birth Attestation from National Population Commission in Nigeria submitted with cover letter.Mailed documents EMS on 03/14/2013.Received 03/15/2013.I called every day and each time I was told "still waiting for the documents to be submitted." Today, I called and after waiting 15 minutes was told Case Complete on 03/20/2013 :dancing: :dancing: :dancing:

This is such a blessing and the journey continues as we wait for the interview date.Thank you to all for your advice and insight.PLEASE Saylin....update us!!!!!

Congrats on your case complete:

welcome to this thread

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/417100-april-2013-interviews/

[Vicki&Nanuka 12]

Congrats!! :dance:

Quick question about the birth certificate. My husband doesn't have his but we got a certified copy of his bc from his local government. Is that what you guys got??

Yes, my husband is in Lagos and we also included the Birth Attestation from NPC. I've read on Nigeria Portal thats the document Embassy accepts.

[NepaliDreamer 8]

Called back and got the IIN# but there in no invoice showing yet. How long does it take to show up? I want to get it paid ASAP. To move things forward.

It can take a few days. Maybe three or four. You will get your AOS Fee Bill first along with the DS-3032 if you requested all by email. The IV Fee Bill comes after they have received and entered your DS-3032 email so get that in as fast as possible too. Pay your AOS Fee Bill and print out your Cover SHeet and send your AOS packet immediately - don't wait for the portal to show paid. As long as that cover sheet is attached you're fine. The IV Fee Bill will show up on the portal after they have received and entered your DS-3032. Likewise with the IV - don't wait. Print the cover sheet and mail your packet as soon as you can.

Edited March 26, 2013 by ImmigrationReform

[hamigirl710 112]

:dance: :dance: FINALLY got the case number after a month and a half from approval! It's funny how all of us that have files received on March 11th get a case number today!! The lady first asked my for my husband's name and DOB and I knew it at that moment! lol! I gave her both emails, and now I am ready to send out the expedite request through my congressman and another email through me. I hope I hear a reply this week from them! :dance: I am so happy alhamdoallah!

Yay I am so happy for you :dance: :dance:

[Vicki&Nanuka 12]

Congrats on your case complete:

welcome to this thread

http://www.visajourn...013-interviews/

Thanks ndu26....I'm not sure how to add our case to the thread...

[Vicki&Nanuka 12]

Yes, my husband is in Lagos and we also included the Birth Attestation from NPC. I've read on Nigeria Portal thats the document Embassy accepts.

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Where's my manners? Thank you.....

[Sarsoor 8]

Yay I am so happy for you :dance: :dance:

Thanksssssssssss hamigirl

[NepaliDreamer 8]

Ack, are you calling via skype? I hate when I've been waiting on hold for half an hour and as soon as a rep picks up, skype cuts the call. I have been seriously close to tossing my computer out the window a few times.

Keep us posted on what they say!

Yep, via Skype. I did, eventually, speak with an operator. IV packet hasn't been reviewed yet. Then asked about my expedite request - hasn't been forwarded to the embassy yet!!! So, I asked for a Supervisor and spoke with Ethan (really nice guy) and he said that the expedite had just been forwarded to the embassy today -- Ladies and Gentlemen, in the age of email, why does it take seven days to forward an email? I gather that the NVC defines the word Expedite differently than I do. He also described the "false checklist" as getting "crossed in the mail" with the IV packet. That indicates that they definitely don't scan packets in when they arrive in the mail room. I know,,,, small potatoes compared to the difficulties other's are having on this board.

Edited March 26, 2013 by ImmigrationReform

[NepaliDreamer 8]

Got a reply from the congressman. The NVC and the USCIS cannot track down my file. Essentially, its lost. The liaison will let me know the next steps tomorrow. Full fledged depression now. BS!!!

I am really sorry to hear this. My best wishes for this to be resolved quickly.

[Sarsoor 8]

Yep, via Skype. I did, eventually, speak with an operator. IV packet hasn't been reviewed yet. Then asked about my expedite request - hasn't been forwarded to the embassy yet!!! So, I asked for a Supervisor and spoke with Ethan (really nice guy) and he said that the expedite had just been forwarded to the embassy today -- Ladies and Gentlemen, in the age of email, why does it take seven days to forward an email? I gather that the NVC defines the word Expedite differently than I do. He also described the "false checklist" as getting "crossed in the mail" with the IV packet. That indicates that they definitely don't scan packets in when they arrive in the mail room. I know,,,, small potatoes compared to the difficulties other's are having on this board.

This is great to know about your expedite request. I am planning on sending one tomorrow with all the evidence. I am hoping that you maybe give me advice of what should or shouldn't do when I am sending that email. Did you include "supervisor review" in the subject? I will be sending the request also thru my congressman, do you think this will help at all? Thanks

[NepaliDreamer 8]

:dance: :dance: FINALLY got the case number after a month and a half from approval! It's funny how all of us that have files received on March 11th get a case number today!! The lady first asked my for my husband's name and DOB and I knew it at that moment! lol! I gave her both emails, and now I am ready to send out the expedite request through my congressman and another email through me. I hope I hear a reply this week from them! :dance: I am so happy alhamdoallah!

Congratulations on moving forward. Be ready to send your AOS packet

FYI, I emailed an expedite request to NVC and it took them seven days to forward it to the embassy. I've yet to find out how many days it will take the embassy to respond. I think that "snow day" last week created a small backlog.

[NepaliDreamer 8]

This is great to know about your expedite request. I am planning on sending one tomorrow with all the evidence. I am hoping that you maybe give me advice of what should or shouldn't do when I am sending that email. Did you include "supervisor review" in the subject? I will be sending the request also thru my congressman, do you think this will help at all? Thanks

I can tell you what I was told to do, but you might call NVC and double check. If you have evidence you should scan and attach it.

I was told to address the email to:

ATTN PI SUPERVISOR SUE - YOUR CASE NUMBER

Then your email:

DATE

Dear Madam or Sir,

REQUEST FOR EXPEDITE - YOUR CASE NUMBER - LAST-NAME, FIRST-NAME INITIAL

BODY OF YOUR EMAIL

BENEFICIARIES NAME

DATE OF BIRTH

PETITIONERS NAME

DATE OF BIRTH

Edited March 26, 2013 by ImmigrationReform

[Z & B 2]

NVC recieved our AOS and IV packets today, now to wait and see

[Sarsoor 8]

I can tell you what I was told to do, but you might call NVC and double check. If you have evidence you should scan and attach it.

I was told to address the email to:

ATTN PI SUPERVISOR SUE - YOUR CASE NUMBER

Then your email:

DATE

Dear Madam or Sir,

REQUEST FOR EXPEDITE - YOUR CASE NUMBER - LAST-NAME, FIRST-NAME INITIAL

BODY OF YOUR EMAIL

BENEFICIARIES NAME

DATE OF BIRTH

PETITIONERS NAME

DATE OF BIRTH

AWESOME! Thank you for all this information! I will make sure I use the info you gave me! I hope the embassy replies fast to your request! Keep us updated