DHL Timeline

[Ciku 0]

Hi peeps, lemme start by appreciating this website and to all that posted on their experiences. I owe the far I have come to it . I did my K1 interview on 16th May, I never went through anything like that before and I hope I will never lol. I was chilled throughout and shivering for no apparent reason. The CO was ok, not friendly nor hostile. My interview took about 3 minutes, after asking some few questions and going through some pictures she said everything looked fine, but she needed a copy of my fiance's tax returns, either 2011 or 2012. She said once I send them to the Embassy via DHL the visa should be issued within a week (although I was given form 221g) I sent the returns the same day, on Thursday but the Embassy received them on Friday. I know I'm getting way ahead of myself since Friday is not here yet, but I can't help tensing. I've read a lot about this 221g and it seems like its dreaded. When I track my case it showed me that it was through Administrative Processing. Who has ever gone through this and how long did it take? I was ready to travel on Thursday already but the passport is not available yet. I feel stressed out already Thanks guys, you are great and thanks for encouraging each other

[TBoneTX 46,288]

*** Thread moved from K-1 Process forum to the Case Progress subforum. ***

[Ben and Jill 37]

Hi peeps, lemme start by appreciating this website and to all that posted on their experiences. I owe the far I have come to it . I did my K1 interview on 16th May, I never went through anything like that before and I hope I will never lol. I was chilled throughout and shivering for no apparent reason. The CO was ok, not friendly nor hostile. My interview took about 3 minutes, after asking some few questions and going through some pictures she said everything looked fine, but she needed a copy of my fiance's tax returns, either 2011 or 2012. She said once I send them to the Embassy via DHL the visa should be issued within a week (although I was given form 221g) I sent the returns the same day, on Thursday but the Embassy received them on Friday. I know I'm getting way ahead of myself since Friday is not here yet, but I can't help tensing. I've read a lot about this 221g and it seems like its dreaded. When I track my case it showed me that it was through Administrative Processing. Who has ever gone through this and how long did it take? I was ready to travel on Thursday already but the passport is not available yet. I feel stressed out already Thanks guys, you are great and thanks for encouraging each other

Ciku, the Embassy takes their sweet time in doing these things We had to wait a bit longer as well because Ben had to get his fingerprints retaken. Just try to stay patient. It shouldn't be much longer. If the CO said all they needed were the tax returns, then all should be OK. They just need time to review everything. Do NOT purchase any tickets until the visa is in your hands no matter what DHL or the Embassy says. Hang in there and stay blessed.

[Ciku 0]

Thanks Ben and Jill. Unfortunately my fiancé purchased a ticket for Thursday and because he was so positive but we had to reschedule it which cost us $350 and I'm worried we might reschedule again.. How long did it take after he was summoned for fingerprints? Thanks again for your response

[Ben and Jill 37]

Thanks Ben and Jill. Unfortunately my fiancé purchased a ticket for Thursday and because he was so positive but we had to reschedule it which cost us $350 and I'm worried we might reschedule again.. How long did it take after he was summoned for fingerprints? Thanks again for your response

It took about three weeks from the actual interview date. It's never a good idea to book a ticket until the visa is in your hands...but, you are realizing this now and that's OK. Hopefully, they will process the visa soon and you won't have to re-ticket and pay again. I wish you the best and let us know how it goes! Stay positive and blessed.

[Ciku 0]

It took about three weeks from the actual interview date. It's never a good idea to book a ticket until the visa is in your hands...but, you are realizing this now and that's OK. Hopefully, they will process the visa soon and you won't have to re-ticket and pay again. I wish you the best and let us know how it goes! Stay positive and blessed.

Hi Jill, thanks again for your input. We called them on 30th, they said it was still under AP but to check again with them on Tuesday. But today the status changed to "Issued" Yaay! I'm so happy! I hope to get my passport back on Monday! I will let you know how it goes. I can't thank you enough for your encouragement. It's never easy

[Ben and Jill 37]

Hi Jill, thanks again for your input. We called them on 30th, they said it was still under AP but to check again with them on Tuesday. But today the status changed to "Issued" Yaay! I'm so happy! I hope to get my passport back on Monday! I will let you know how it goes. I can't thank you enough for your encouragement. It's never easy

You're most welcome...and no...this journey is "not" easy so any help and comfort I can provide, I do it. Congrats on the visa! Was only a matter of very short time! WOOHOO! Enjoy everything. I think back so often about where we were in this journey three years ago...wow. It makes me smile and brings back such memories of everything. Very bittersweet. I honestly wouldn't change a thing because the time we were apart only made us stronger - I loved every minute of the anticipation. Stay blessed.

Edited June 4, 2013 by Ben and Jill

[Ciku 0]

Hi Ben and Jill again.Sorry It's been a while since I last gave an update. My passport was sent on 1st of June which is weird because it's a public holiday in Kenya and it was also a Saturday. The status showed my documents were picked up by DHL the same day but I collected them on Monday, and traveled on 4th June. It was a long journey but worth every minute. We got married on 28th of June and it has been a bliss. We have not changed the status yet though, we are working on it. Again, thanks for encouraging me and the good wishes

[RoBaj 2]

Hello Ciku,

How are u? i just read ur post , i find myself in the same situation as you.i had my interview last week , the CO told me that it went well, but i should send I-864 and my passport to the embassy. i just wonder how long the embassy process the AP.

Thanks

Hi peeps, lemme start by appreciating this website and to all that posted on their experiences. I owe the far I have come to it . I did my K1 interview on 16th May, I never went through anything like that before and I hope I will never lol. I was chilled throughout and shivering for no apparent reason. The CO was ok, not friendly nor hostile. My interview took about 3 minutes, after asking some few questions and going through some pictures she said everything looked fine, but she needed a copy of my fiance's tax returns, either 2011 or 2012. She said once I send them to the Embassy via DHL the visa should be issued within a week (although I was given form 221g) I sent the returns the same day, on Thursday but the Embassy received them on Friday. I know I'm getting way ahead of myself since Friday is not here yet, but I can't help tensing. I've read a lot about this 221g and it seems like its dreaded. When I track my case it showed me that it was through Administrative Processing. Who has ever gone through this and how long did it take? I was ready to travel on Thursday already but the passport is not available yet. I feel stressed out already Thanks guys, you are great and thanks for encouraging each other

[Ciku 0]

Hello Ciku,

How are u? i just read ur post , i find myself in the same situation as you.i had my interview last week , the CO told me that it went well, but i should send I-864 and my passport to the embassy. i just wonder how long the embassy process the AP.

Thanks

Hi! Sorry I took long before logging in here. I hope you finally got your passport back with visa stamped? Please let me know if you still need more info from me about my experience