why is this taking so long? >just complaining<

[Steph and George 1]

I'm with all of you guys. So frustrating. The part that makes me the angriest is that they require so much "intent of proof to marry," but yet you can't even plan the wedding because you never know when you will get approved.

I was assured by so many people that since my fiancé is European things would move faster. After looking at the processing times when I filed in January (NOA1 Feb 1), I thought September 27 would be adequate time for the wedding. My parents have planned a black-tie event in Texas, and many of my fiancé's friends and family have booked flights. Now it looks as though we won't make it on time for the visa...I guess he can fly in anyway on a tourist visa and we can hoodwink the guests into thinking the judge married us privately? So frustrating.... Try to follow the rules, for someone I've been with for 3 years, seen in person a good 12+ times, only to get slapped in the face. I honestly feel ripped off by my own country if that makes any sense.

Sorry I just needed to get that off my chest.

Don't apologize I created this post just to rant. I'm with ya.

[Jeff A 3]

I was in the same boat as you last week, but then POOF my NOA2 appeared in my email on Tuesday night at 9:00PM. Just hang in there, its coming soon... I know its frustrating, people here probably sick of my complaining. But have faith in your love and everything will be okay.

[scottgema 6]

Adding insult to injury if any of our last names ended in Inc. it would take about 3 months start to finish.

[PuppyLove 24]

JUST THANK GOD YOU CAN VISIT. My husband couldn't visit to see his son born or meet him since then. He is almost 6 months old already. I pray to God that he learns to walk with Daddy home

[rohandlulu 22]

Not to throw gasoline on the fire...but even after approval at the embassy....there's more waiting...

[Cathi 5,795]

JUST THANK GOD YOU CAN VISIT. My husband couldn't visit to see his son born or meet him since then. He is almost 6 months old already. I pray to God that he learns to walk with Daddy home

I'm so sorry, I pray he will be with you soon

[iLoveYouForever 4]

January 16 is our NOA1 date...we got transferred to texas on May 29 and had an RFE on JUly9 ..they ask for my fiance divorce decree which was sent with the packet...i dont know why they couldnt find it...well, we are mailing the decree tomorrow then we will again wait for their answer..hopefully won't take so long....

[iLoveYouForever 4]

JUST THANK GOD YOU CAN VISIT. My husband couldn't visit to see his son born or meet him since then. He is almost 6 months old already. I pray to God that he learns to walk with Daddy home

Same here....our son is 9 months old now.... Just discharge from hospital due to dengue fever....my fiance was crying seeing him on skype/facetime becoz we are geograhically apart..Thanks God our son is well now..... I only pray and hope this waiting will be over and we will be together soon as familyy..it breaks my heart , our son is growing without his dad....but on skype! This waiting sucks!

[Steph and George 1]

Is that for a Tier 2/ISO call back? Don't let them schedule the call back for 3-5 days. Ask him to call them, and when they make that offer he should just say that he'll hold. Once they transfer him the system there has a call back function that takes a few hours or so, depending on wait time. No reason to wait 3-5 days.

Thanks, we really don't know I thank god for places like visa journey because i'd go off the deepend if it weren't for all of yous!! I let my Fiance know and he's going to try calling back again today.

I would suggest to make an appointment using the InfoPass and talk to someone at your local USCIS office. Its passed their average 5 month processing time, they "SHOULD" be able to help you out or at least give you some clues where you at. Usually when you call them or ask them about your status and if you have been waiting less then 5 months they will tell you to wait 5 months. If you call ask to speak with tier 2 representative, they will give you more information. Good luck

what on earth is infopass?lol this sounds like a good idea, is there a different number to call for this or is it the same ol' customer service phone number?

as for the rest of you good luck to all! and thanks for putting my email into over drive lmao I didn't expect my rant to start a mob wishing the best for everyone still waiting and to those who have gotten their approvals Congratulations!!

[Steph and George 1]

Not to throw gasoline on the fire...but even after approval at the embassy....there's more waiting...

This I can handle. It's the not knowing, not being able to plan, not knowing when I need to start getting my stuff together. It's impossible when you don't have an answer. My apartment lease is due in October, I don't want to resign it and then have to sublet in november or something silly. it's too much. All I need is a simple yes or no and I can start taking the steps I need to make sure I end up where I want to be (with my to-be husband)

[Jettechfsr 5]

I'm a November filer still waiting

I'm seeing people from march and april getting their approvals and i'm still waiting. this is starting to drive me bonkers. My fiance and I got our NOA1 in January on the 25. We were transferred to texas on June 21 and everyone in or around that time seem to be getting their RFE's or Approvals. My fiance isn't working today so he is calling to see whats up but REALLY? why are they processing so far ahead and theres still people from january waiting? I don't anticipate any problems seeing as how i've gone over our original package several times, and don't see anything we've missed or provided any less proof than others who have been approved. I just want to move and start my life already thank goodness I'm visiting next week for our birthdays because i'm going crazy by myself over here :/

[timmytiny 1]

Im with 6/21 transfers...its really frustrating.... ( it feels worse being sandwiched with two eac numbers that got approved:(((

[Steph and George 1]

Im with 6/21 transfers...its really frustrating.... ( it feels worse being sandwiched with two eac numbers that got approved:(((

Me too!!! Numbers right before and right after. I feel so forgotten!!! Hang tight

[CDNme 11]

I know I'm in WINNIPEG I can practically walk to the border lol this should have been a lot easier than they're making it. I need a support group (outside all you wonderful vjers, of course). Trying to stay stron but the urge to have a little tantrum on the floor is overwhelming lol

Lol - I totally get it... I'm in Windsor, 5 mins from the bridge. I played hockey for years in MI! Ah well!

Still trying to be patient... but it bothers me that there's no rhyme or reason to this process. People who have professed of 'potential hiccups' in their petitions are seemingly getting approved on the fast track. It starts wearing on you after 4 or so months - especially with approval flying around after your NOA1 date!

Lol you'd think with us being Canadian it'd make things a bit easier...since we're already visitor visa waived and all that fun stuff.

But let's face it. It's dealing with government. It really REALLY sucks, but it is what it is.

That's what I thought, too. Most of my friends and relatives can't believe its taking this long to 'check us out'. They know who I am since I cross so often, and know everything about my fiance - he is government employed! What's the hold up?!?! But I guess no preferential treatment for any one country (except those in countries with imminent danger) is probably the best way to keep things fair. I just choose not to like it lol...

[pro_star 52]

meanwhile I'm seeing the quick approvals and panicing...still haven't sold the house aaaaaaaaaaargh...and now the realtor is suggesting a nice price drop which puts me VERY CLOSE to break even point...

*cries* Seriously. Where she's suggesting we list it at now...is about $1500 - $2000 off from what I still owe on the house/legal fees for house sale/mortgage payout penalty fees/realtor fees. Seriously, the realtor fees are stupid. STUPID!

hulk smash.