NVC Filers - March 2013

[ndu26 114]

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

Added you now

[Vicki&Nanuka 12]

Added you now

Thank youuuuuu!!!

[Saylin 1,605]

am trying to pay the aos fees but i cant select the aos fees on the site .. its like dimmed .. is that normal ??

Yes it's normal as you just got your case number. The AOS takes a few days to be invoiced, maybe by the end of the week for you. Keep checking the payment portal.

Got my case (and other) numbers last week on Monday.

I went on and did everything I could since then - OPTIN e-mail (still no response on that one), did the DS-261 online, paid the AOS.

I am still waiting for the ability to pay the IV Bill. Called today and they told me that the DS-261 was processed this morning and I should be able to pay the IV Bill within a couple of days.

Tonight I do a final review of the I-864's (we are using a joint sponsor) and submit it tomorrow. Then wait for the ability to pay the IV Bill and do the DS-260. I want to get through the process and get to Montreal and get it all done!!

Anyone have a ballpark idea how long it is between case complete at NVC and a Montreal interview these days?

Montreal has been at a steady average of 1.5-2 months from case complete date to interview date. I'd say if you submit the DS-260 and IV package as soon as you can, then you could have a case complete by the end of next week, giving you an interview in May sometime

yeah i emailed choice of agent , do i have to wait till nvc accepts it to pay the aos fees ???

The DS-3032 is part of the IV track. The IV and AOS are two separate tracks at NVC, which have NOTHING to do with one another (except that both need to be completed for NVC to close your case). Please go back to the first post and look at the flowchart, or click the link in my signature below.

I don't think so. I think by Wednesday will be able to pay it. So how did you email the choice of agent? I'm kinda lost

Did you not read the guides on EP and online forms like I suggested? For Mexico, you do NOT fill out the DS-3032. You have to fill out the online DS-261.

Niki- So do I send in the Ds-261 first before paying the $88?? Thank you!!

DS-261 = IV track

$88 = AOS track

Like I said above, IV and AOS have nothing to do with one another. You can do whichever one you want first.

Saylin- I gave them my husband's email add and she gave me all case, invoice and beneficiary #'s now email them the DS261? How ever I just went on the link and it says I can't log in. Should I wait till later to try again?

If you can successfully sign onto the online forms portal, then yes, send the DS-261! The link to the online forms portal is in the first post. It may take a day or two before you're able to log in. Just keep trying.

Opened my e-mail to 2 messages from NVC. The dreaded checklist e-mail.

Open up the checklist and it's for IV fees.

Which are PAID.

I'm hoping this means the AOS package is good to go.

The darned phone line is busy.

Definitely in response to reviewing (and accepting) the AOS package. Call to confirm!

does everybody need a BIN# or is that only for mexico and Canada?

The BIN is only needed for those eligible for online forms (which is more than just Canada and Mexico). The link to eligible countries is in the first post.

[Saylin 1,605]

Can't sign into the payment portal. Hopefully they're invoicing something! :dance:

The AOS should be invoiced tomorrow Keep checking every hour or so once 7am EST hits tomorrow!

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'll probably get invoiced later this week. Keep an eye out

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

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

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!

Since you don't have a signature, when was your case number assigned and when did you send the original IV package?

DS-3032 accepted :thumbs: :dance:

Woohoo!

: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!

Holy cow, finally! Congrats!!

Received a "false checklist" for our IV Packet today, a week after they received my IV Packet - anything to worry about? This suggests that they haven't opened up the FedEx envelope yet, 7 DAYS!!

It's based on their review of your AOS package last week. So, nothing to worry about

Only worry if checklists ask for specific things (like a birth certificate for example). When they request for the entire package, it's a false checklist, meaning they reviewed the other package.

[Saylin 1,605]

Phew, all caught up on 9 hours worth of posts This is my last week of school (!!!!!!!!), so mountains of homework I need to get done But, good news is I graduate in May with 2 degrees

[ess 3]

Got a checklist again and this time its for birth & marriage certificate, though we sent out original and certified copies. I'm worried now. Why this is taking so long I was hoping for a case complete last week and still end up getting checklists!

[NepaliDreamer 8]

Phew, all caught up on 9 hours worth of posts This is my last week of school (!!!!!!!!), so mountains of homework I need to get done But, good news is I graduate in May with 2 degrees

Saylin, has this turned into an addiction? I know we are all filled with gratitude for your help, but your own life comes first. Hit the books and get those degrees!!!

Got a checklist again and this time its for birth & marriage certificate, though we sent out original and certified copies. I'm worried now. Why this is taking so long I was hoping for a case complete last week and still end up getting checklists!

Call them ASAP. Speak with a supervisor.

[Panda Sky 5]

Phew, all caught up on 9 hours worth of posts This is my last week of school (!!!!!!!!), so mountains of homework I need to get done But, good news is I graduate in May with 2 degrees

Wow, you truly are super woman. You have time for 2 degrees, work and helping everyone out on this page.

I barely have time for one job and a visa application.

CONGRATULATIONS on your accomplishments! and THANK YOU for you time!

Edited March 26, 2013 by Panda Sky

[The Mean Lady 604]

Ok finally.

So, someone just confirm something for me?

Since I do everything online, there were be actually no need for me to mail anything to the US during this process, right?

[Mady 13]

I have a question regarding affedavit of support , as my husband lives in Egypt ( we are filling from abroad ), so we are using a joint sponsor . now my husband must submit his own i-864 , what shall he write in the income part ?

just to be sure : we will send aos of joint sponsor , a copy of his us passport , tax returns of the last 3 years

. the petitioner i-864 , copy of his us passport , copy of driving licence , his employment letter as he will start a new job in usa ( proof of domicile ) ..do we have to send any other thing ??

[N-o-l-a 7,168]

I have a question regarding affedavit of support , as my husband lives in Egypt ( we are filling from abroad ), so we are using a joint sponsor . now my husband must submit his own i-864 , what shall he write in the income part ?

just to be sure : we will send aos of joint sponsor , a copy of his us passport , tax returns of the last 3 years

. the petitioner i-864 , copy of his us passport , copy of driving licence , his employment letter as he will start a new job in usa ( proof of domicile ) ..do we have to send any other thing ??

You only need the copy of the US passport of the joint sponsor. You will also want to submit proof of his current income - pay stubs, letter from employer, etc.

You are going to want to submit some proof of where you will be living - a lease, a title, etc.

Might also want to submit copies of bank or credit card statements with US addresses. There is a good list on the first post in this thread.

Edited March 26, 2013 by Nola123

[Mady 13]

umm my joint sponsor is retired from couple of years , but his income is above the poverty lines. will tax returns be enough ??

What if we still didn't rent a house or sth to stay in , wouldn't employment letter and driving licence be enough ??

[The Mean Lady 604]

umm my joint sponsor is retired from couple of years , but his income is above the poverty lines. will tax returns be enough ??

What if we still didn't rent a house or sth to stay in , wouldn't employment letter and driving licence be enough ??

You'll need to refer to people from your own country in terms of "what is enough" as it greatly varies.

[N-o-l-a 7,168]

umm my joint sponsor is retired from couple of years , but his income is above the poverty lines. will tax returns be enough ??

What if we still didn't rent a house or sth to stay in , wouldn't employment letter and driving licence be enough ??

He will need to prove his retirement income.

You can take whatever chances you want, but the standard that people do and get approved with is somewhere to live.

Where will you live after the plane lands? A family member for a while? Get a lease from them.

[NikLR 13,230]

Ok finally.

So, someone just confirm something for me?

Since I do everything online, there were be actually no need for me to mail anything to the US during this process, right?

Send in the optin email right after you get case numbers and no... Everything is email and PDF.