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I sincerely hope that it's just a canned response and is as accurate as any message about processing times sent out by the USCIS. (Which is to say, not at all.)

I have to tell you (and I posted it in another thread) but I got a letter back from my congressman's office. You see, I called because the processing average says 7.4 months, the processing date is Feb. 12, 2013 (Which does not equal 7.4 months), my transfer notice said that I'd get an answer within 60 days, and when I called to check on it, the automated voice system said to wait 180 days. Right, so no clarity there. The letter I got back from the congressman's office said that I'd been expedited (No) and sent to Nebraska (yes) on November 11, 2013 (No.) Then it told me that I could probably expect a 5 month "weight time" (I wish I were making this up) but it was taking about 3 months from the transfer date. (How is this supposed to be an expedite, btw?) It ended with what I assume was supposed to be a sentence, but was actually a confusing sentence fragment. All in all, rather disappointing, but I'm not surprised.

I'm hoping we'll get our approval soon, too! And everyone who's stuck in this stupid backlog. I've seen a couple people that I've been privately rooting for get approvals, and I've been so happy for them. And I really don't want to ruin it by being the cranky pants over here with no approval.

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Weight time :D Hilarious!!!! I guess this waiting time is pretty heavy on us :P

It's ok to be jealous... Who doesn't get jealous here on VJ?! ;)

Fingers crossed, Kaylara. And toes.

I'm ready for another six months as well.

Me not ready! nuh-uh!

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When two people are meant for each other, no time is too long, no distance is too far, no one can ever tear them apart.

USCIS: NVC:

6/21/2013 -Married in Stockholm, Sweden 4/16/2014- Case received at NVC

9/6/2013 -Priority Date 5/13 /2014- Case number and IIN assigned

2/25/2014 -Transferred to NSC 5/20/2014- DS-261 completed

3/31/2014 -Approved 5/21/2014- AOS fee invoiced and paid

5/22/2014- AOS package overnighted to NVC

5/28/2014- AOS scanned into the system

6/20/2014- IV invoice email (but fee still locked on CEAC )

6/23/2014- IV fee finally unlocked and paid.

IV package overnighted to NVC

6/30/2014- IV scanned in. DS260 completed.

7/1/2014- AOS accepted

7/2/2014- False checklist (AOS reviewed)

8/1/2014 False checklist (attorney's G28 reviewed)

8/2/2014 False checklist (NVC not sure why it was generated)

I am the beneficiary. 8/12/2014 CASE COMPLETE!

8/26/2014 Medical

9/2/2014 Interview... APPROVED!!!

9/5/2014 Visa in hand

Removal Of Conditions:

10/29- Package sent to VSC

11/1 - NOA1

11/17- Received biometrics appointment letter

11/30- Biometrics appointment

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Just got an early Christmas gift from Santa! USCIS finally approved our petition today (12/12/2013) :) we didnt receive any transfer notice so i assume it stayed at NBC.. God is so good!! I hope my fellow September filers will be transferred and approved, if not this month, early next year. Keep the faith everyone!

08.24.2013 - got married in the Philippines!

09.25.2013 - NOA1 via email

11.18.2013 - requested expedite due to typhoon

12.02.2013 - CFO seminar

12.12.2013 - I-130 approved, NOA2 via email (never transferred); shipped to NVC

12.30.2013 - NVC received the case

01.06.2014 - requested expedite due to typhoon and PCS

01.08.2014 - Case # and IIN; submitted DS-261; NVC asked for 2 contact #s of beneficiary

01.09.2014 - AOS fee billed

01.14.2014 - AOS fee showed paid

01.15.2014 - IV fee billed; expedite approved

01.18.2014 - sent AOS package

01.22.2014 - IV fee showed paid; AOS arrived at NVC as per UPS (10:18am by FNU)

01.24.2014 - sent IV package

01.27.2014 - submitted DS-260; IV docs delivered to NVC as per DHL (10:52am by PETERS G)

01.29.2014 - CASE COMPLETE (via phonecall)

01.30.2014 - received checklist for Dutch Police Record (VOG) via email

01.31.2014 - left NVC, sent to embassy

02.04.2014 - received at embassy, READY as per CEAC

02.10-11.2014 - medical done, passed!

02.24.2014 - interview: APPROVED!!

02.27.2014 - Received SMS from 2Go, ready for pick up

02.28.2014 - visa on hand; CFO sticker

03.01.2014 - paid ELIS

03.06.2014 - POE Hawaii...Aloooohaaa! :)

04.10.2014 - 2yr green card received

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Just got an early Christmas gift from Santa! USCIS finally approved our petition today (12/12/2013) smile.png we didnt receive any transfer notice so i assume it stayed at NBC.. God is so good!! I hope my fellow September filers will be transferred and approved, if not this month, early next year. Keep the faith everyone!

Congrats, girl :)

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When two people are meant for each other, no time is too long, no distance is too far, no one can ever tear them apart.

USCIS: NVC:

6/21/2013 -Married in Stockholm, Sweden 4/16/2014- Case received at NVC

9/6/2013 -Priority Date 5/13 /2014- Case number and IIN assigned

2/25/2014 -Transferred to NSC 5/20/2014- DS-261 completed

3/31/2014 -Approved 5/21/2014- AOS fee invoiced and paid

5/22/2014- AOS package overnighted to NVC

5/28/2014- AOS scanned into the system

6/20/2014- IV invoice email (but fee still locked on CEAC )

6/23/2014- IV fee finally unlocked and paid.

IV package overnighted to NVC

6/30/2014- IV scanned in. DS260 completed.

7/1/2014- AOS accepted

7/2/2014- False checklist (AOS reviewed)

8/1/2014 False checklist (attorney's G28 reviewed)

8/2/2014 False checklist (NVC not sure why it was generated)

I am the beneficiary. 8/12/2014 CASE COMPLETE!

8/26/2014 Medical

9/2/2014 Interview... APPROVED!!!

9/5/2014 Visa in hand

Removal Of Conditions:

10/29- Package sent to VSC

11/1 - NOA1

11/17- Received biometrics appointment letter

11/30- Biometrics appointment

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Update about our congressional inquiry. Mr. Blueberry received a letter from his congressman yesterday.

After a review of our systems it was found that Case MSC 139xxxxxxx Form I-130 filed on behalf of Mr. Blueberry is currently pending. The estimated processing time for I-130 petitions is an additional six months from today’s date. These delays are due to workload factors not related to your constituent’s case. If your constituent does not receive a decision or other notice of action from USCIS by that date, please contact your USCIS congressional liaison again.

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No word about were our file actually is and that's what we wanted to know wink.png

I knew USCIS would give us their standard brush off response, but it still hurt a bit. Sigh.

Blueberry, did he contact his Congress Man/Woman, or the USCIS Ombudsman/Liaison? That response is totally unacceptable, IMO. I would tell him to call the Congress person back and say that this response is unhelpful & that his inquiry is to (1) locate the petition and (2) get it moving into approval. Oye! That is so uncool. I feel like September-December is already 3+ months. That response is really not OK at all.

In your situation, you should also file a complaint with the Ombudsman for USCIS. They need to give you information about where your file is. This is government work and since they are accountable to citizens, you may need to push hard to make them accountable, but, ultimately, they are.

Ugh...I'm so sorry for you guys going through this nonsense. Seriously-have Mr. Blueberry utilize his 1st amendment rights & freedom of speech! :-)

*hugs* Maybe call back and tell them that they didn't actually answer your question? That's what I'm going to do with mine tomorrow.

I agree. Push back hard.

Just got an early Christmas gift from Santa! USCIS finally approved our petition today (12/12/2013) smile.png we didnt receive any transfer notice so i assume it stayed at NBC.. God is so good!! I hope my fellow September filers will be transferred and approved, if not this month, early next year. Keep the faith everyone!

YAY! Congrats krispykreme! SO happy for you!!! I'm glad to see approvals starting to trickle in for others on here! dancin5hr.gif

P.S. Assuming he has no problems entering the country, less than 6 days til I see my honey! OMG do I miss him!!!! I know you all understand....

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By the way, three people posted "CASE COMPLETE" statuses from NVC today. Hopefully that's a sign that the backlog is getting handled on a bigger level. Just thought I'd share incase it helps you see some light at the end of the tunnel!

APPROVED 2/13/2014! dancin5hr.gif Day before heart.gif day. rose.gif

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Congrats, girl :)

YAY! Congrats krispykreme! SO happy for you!!! I'm glad to see approvals starting to trickle in for others on here! dancin5hr.gif

P.S. Assuming he has no problems entering the country, less than 6 days til I see my honey! OMG do I miss him!!!! I know you all understand....

Thank you, ladies! :)

Jematt, how many weeks did your hubby have to wait til he received his police clearance? And was it sent to him or to the embassy? I think i should start requesting mine anytime soon.. Im glad you get to see him in less than a week! I can imagine the excitement! ;)

08.24.2013 - got married in the Philippines!

09.25.2013 - NOA1 via email

11.18.2013 - requested expedite due to typhoon

12.02.2013 - CFO seminar

12.12.2013 - I-130 approved, NOA2 via email (never transferred); shipped to NVC

12.30.2013 - NVC received the case

01.06.2014 - requested expedite due to typhoon and PCS

01.08.2014 - Case # and IIN; submitted DS-261; NVC asked for 2 contact #s of beneficiary

01.09.2014 - AOS fee billed

01.14.2014 - AOS fee showed paid

01.15.2014 - IV fee billed; expedite approved

01.18.2014 - sent AOS package

01.22.2014 - IV fee showed paid; AOS arrived at NVC as per UPS (10:18am by FNU)

01.24.2014 - sent IV package

01.27.2014 - submitted DS-260; IV docs delivered to NVC as per DHL (10:52am by PETERS G)

01.29.2014 - CASE COMPLETE (via phonecall)

01.30.2014 - received checklist for Dutch Police Record (VOG) via email

01.31.2014 - left NVC, sent to embassy

02.04.2014 - received at embassy, READY as per CEAC

02.10-11.2014 - medical done, passed!

02.24.2014 - interview: APPROVED!!

02.27.2014 - Received SMS from 2Go, ready for pick up

02.28.2014 - visa on hand; CFO sticker

03.01.2014 - paid ELIS

03.06.2014 - POE Hawaii...Aloooohaaa! :)

04.10.2014 - 2yr green card received

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Blueberry, did he contact his Congress Man/Woman, or the USCIS Ombudsman/Liaison? That response is totally unacceptable, IMO. I would tell him to call the Congress person back and say that this response is unhelpful & that his inquiry is to (1) locate the petition and (2) get it moving into approval. Oye! That is so uncool. I feel like September-December is already 3+ months. That response is really not OK at all.

In your situation, you should also file a complaint with the Ombudsman for USCIS. They need to give you information about where your file is. This is government work and since they are accountable to citizens, you may need to push hard to make them accountable, but, ultimately, they are.

Ugh...I'm so sorry for you guys going through this nonsense. Seriously-have Mr. Blueberry utilize his 1st amendment rights & freedom of speech! :-)

I agree. Push back hard.

He contacted his congressman, Frank Wolf.

He sent him another email today and demanded some answers. We know we only waited for 3 months (and 4 days) but we do not appreciate being told that we have 6 more months of waiting. That would put us outside of the average processing time (currently 7.4 months) and their dream goal of 5 months that they are trying to reach by May's end.

We shall see what happens now. (not holding my breath :P )

Also, he took the Ombudsmen up on his offer and asked for a meeting :)http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/470030-i-130-petitioners-send-today/?p=6700451

Great to hear that NVC is speeding up!

Let us know about your hubby's POE experience and .. hope all goes smoothly :)

Mr. Blueberry is coming in 2 weeks!!! So excited! kicking.gifenergy.gifkicking.gif

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When two people are meant for each other, no time is too long, no distance is too far, no one can ever tear them apart.

USCIS: NVC:

6/21/2013 -Married in Stockholm, Sweden 4/16/2014- Case received at NVC

9/6/2013 -Priority Date 5/13 /2014- Case number and IIN assigned

2/25/2014 -Transferred to NSC 5/20/2014- DS-261 completed

3/31/2014 -Approved 5/21/2014- AOS fee invoiced and paid

5/22/2014- AOS package overnighted to NVC

5/28/2014- AOS scanned into the system

6/20/2014- IV invoice email (but fee still locked on CEAC )

6/23/2014- IV fee finally unlocked and paid.

IV package overnighted to NVC

6/30/2014- IV scanned in. DS260 completed.

7/1/2014- AOS accepted

7/2/2014- False checklist (AOS reviewed)

8/1/2014 False checklist (attorney's G28 reviewed)

8/2/2014 False checklist (NVC not sure why it was generated)

I am the beneficiary. 8/12/2014 CASE COMPLETE!

8/26/2014 Medical

9/2/2014 Interview... APPROVED!!!

9/5/2014 Visa in hand

Removal Of Conditions:

10/29- Package sent to VSC

11/1 - NOA1

11/17- Received biometrics appointment letter

11/30- Biometrics appointment

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Thank you, ladies! smile.png

Jematt, how many weeks did your hubby have to wait til he received his police clearance? And was it sent to him or to the embassy? I think i should start requesting mine anytime soon.. Im glad you get to see him in less than a week! I can imagine the excitement! wink.png

You're welcome, krispykreme! I sent you a response to your message with all the details. Good luck with that. good.gif

Is it cheesy to admit that I am now truly counting the hours--4 days and 18 hours, 24 minutes to be precise, until he's with me. (Hopefully less than that if he gets through immigration faster than I'm anticipating!) Really really do miss him! So does our son. Time for this to end!

He contacted his congressman, Frank Wolf.

He sent him another email today and demanded some answers. We know we only waited for 3 months (and 4 days) but we do not appreciate being told that we have 6 more months of waiting. That would put us outside of the average processing time (currently 7.4 months) and their dream goal of 5 months that they are trying to reach by May's end.

We shall see what happens now. (not holding my breath tongue.png )

Also, he took the Ombudsmen up on his offer and asked for a meeting smile.pnghttp://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/470030-i-130-petitioners-send-today/?p=6700451

Great to hear that NVC is speeding up!

Let us know about your hubby's POE experience and .. hope all goes smoothly smile.png

Mr. Blueberry is coming in 2 weeks!!! So excited! kicking.gif

YAY about Mr. Blueberry coming in 2 weeks! I totally know the feeling....you saw what I posted up above. LOL! dancin5hr.gif I'm so glad you're going to see him soon! You deserve it!

Super glad he is having a meeting with the Ombudsman! Seriously!

NVC isn't speeding up. 30 days to review everything isn't speedy in my opinion. Keep in mind--30 days means 30 business days. That's usually 6 weeks of real time. And they're taking it. And they're rude on the phone when you call for updates. Just awful. I'm going to write a really scathing letter when this is all done. But, I just don't know if it will make a difference. Nobody seems to be too concerned about the fate of people who are waiting. It's a shame. I know I shouldn't complain because here you are, stuck in a backlog with no info...and that's worse. But, you'll have to deal with this nonsense after that nonsense ends. Just ridiculous.

Anyway, let's stay positive. We're seeing our Misters in a few days! And THAT is a good thing. It's almost Christmas. Also a really good thing. I just can't wait. Actually...I just really can't wait for a hug from my hubby. (Yes, I'm a sap.) heart.gif

Thank God we have chocolate, huh? LOL!

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YAY about Mr. Blueberry coming in 2 weeks! I totally know the feeling....you saw what I posted up above. LOL! dancin5hr.gif I'm so glad you're going to see him soon! You deserve it!

Super glad he is having a meeting with the Ombudsman! Seriously!

NVC isn't speeding up. 30 days to review everything isn't speedy in my opinion. Keep in mind--30 days means 30 business days. That's usually 6 weeks of real time. And they're taking it. And they're rude on the phone when you call for updates. Just awful. I'm going to write a really scathing letter when this is all done. But, I just don't know if it will make a difference. Nobody seems to be too concerned about the fate of people who are waiting. It's a shame. I know I shouldn't complain because here you are, stuck in a backlog with no info...and that's worse. But, you'll have to deal with this nonsense after that nonsense ends. Just ridiculous.

Anyway, let's stay positive. We're seeing our Misters in a few days! And THAT is a good thing. It's almost Christmas. Also a really good thing. I just can't wait. Actually...I just really can't wait for a hug from my hubby. (Yes, I'm a sap.) heart.gif

Thank God we have chocolate, huh? LOL!

:)

Quite a few people received the same message from the Ombudsman, some of us responded... haven't heard back yet. I really doubt there will be any meetings though!

Sorry the NVC stage is taking so long :( But you're almost done... And your hubby is coming!

I can't even think of NVC yet. I will worry when I get there.. This waiting now is overwhelming enough :(

Ah, Christmas. Me no likey. And will hate it this year cause I won't spend it with Mr. Blueberry.

Can't wait for a hug from my husband, too! soon, soon, soon! it actually seems sooo unreal that I'm finally gonna see him! my brain has a hard time comprehending it :D

Chocolate. Ha. Now that you said it... I realized I've been eating chocolate very single day lately.

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When two people are meant for each other, no time is too long, no distance is too far, no one can ever tear them apart.

USCIS: NVC:

6/21/2013 -Married in Stockholm, Sweden 4/16/2014- Case received at NVC

9/6/2013 -Priority Date 5/13 /2014- Case number and IIN assigned

2/25/2014 -Transferred to NSC 5/20/2014- DS-261 completed

3/31/2014 -Approved 5/21/2014- AOS fee invoiced and paid

5/22/2014- AOS package overnighted to NVC

5/28/2014- AOS scanned into the system

6/20/2014- IV invoice email (but fee still locked on CEAC )

6/23/2014- IV fee finally unlocked and paid.

IV package overnighted to NVC

6/30/2014- IV scanned in. DS260 completed.

7/1/2014- AOS accepted

7/2/2014- False checklist (AOS reviewed)

8/1/2014 False checklist (attorney's G28 reviewed)

8/2/2014 False checklist (NVC not sure why it was generated)

I am the beneficiary. 8/12/2014 CASE COMPLETE!

8/26/2014 Medical

9/2/2014 Interview... APPROVED!!!

9/5/2014 Visa in hand

Removal Of Conditions:

10/29- Package sent to VSC

11/1 - NOA1

11/17- Received biometrics appointment letter

11/30- Biometrics appointment

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Quite a few people received the same message from the Ombudsman, some of us responded... haven't heard back yet. I really doubt there will be any meetings though!

Sorry the NVC stage is taking so long sad.png But you're almost done... And your hubby is coming!

I can't even think of NVC yet. I will worry when I get there.. This waiting now is overwhelming enough sad.png

Ah, Christmas. Me no likey. And will hate it this year cause I won't spend it with Mr. Blueberry.

Can't wait for a hug from my husband, too! soon, soon, soon! it actually seems sooo unreal that I'm finally gonna see him! my brain has a hard time comprehending it biggrin.png

Chocolate. Ha. Now that you said it... I realized I've been eating chocolate very single day lately.

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I know...I keep trying to think...2-3 months more. I can do it. I shouldn't complain. But, you know how it goes. 2-3 months more just sounds like forever right now. I feel so bad for you and everyone stuck in the nether, not knowing...that is just awful. I guess, at least I know where my stuff is being held up...LOL! As if that should make anyone feel better, right? Only in this crazy process!!!

Wait...is your hubby not going to make it for Christmas? I thought he'd be here since you said 2 weeks. Awww! What date does he arrive??? Enjoy your time together and act like a normal, married couple. It's definitely a small positive in a long wait!!! Make the best of it!!!

Chocolate helps. LOL!

Time to seeing my hubby: 2 days, 16 hours, 33 mins. Yep...I'm down to that kind of counting. Want the seconds? LOL!

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I know...I keep trying to think...2-3 months more. I can do it. I shouldn't complain. But, you know how it goes. 2-3 months more just sounds like forever right now. I feel so bad for you and everyone stuck in the nether, not knowing...that is just awful. I guess, at least I know where my stuff is being held up...LOL! As if that should make anyone feel better, right? Only in this crazy process!!!

Wait...is your hubby not going to make it for Christmas? I thought he'd be here since you said 2 weeks. Awww! What date does he arrive??? Enjoy your time together and act like a normal, married couple. It's definitely a small positive in a long wait!!! Make the best of it!!!

Chocolate helps. LOL!

Time to seeing my hubby: 2 days, 16 hours, 33 mins. Yep...I'm down to that kind of counting. Want the seconds? LOL!

So how long do you think the total time from NOA2 to Interview takes? Can you give us an estimate of what we can expect?

Married in Edinburgh, Scotland: 07-06-2013

I-130 Package Sent to Chicago Lockbox: 09-04-2013

NOA1 from the National Benefits Center: 09-05-2013

I-130 Package Transferred to California Service Center: 02-25-2014

NOA2: 03-05-2014

NVC Received: 03-17-2014

Case # and IIN Assigned: 04-18-2014

DS-261 Generated and Completed: 04-26-2014

AOS Fee Invoiced and Paid: 04-29-2014

IV Fee Invoiced and Paid: 05-01-2014

AOS Fee Shows as Paid: 05-01-2014

IV Fee Shows as Paid: 05-05-2014

AOS and IV Packages Sent via UPS: 05-08-2014

AOS and IV Packages Received: 05-12-2014

AOS and IV Packages Input Into System: 05-14-2014

DS-260 Completed: 05-16-2014

Case Complete: 06-11-2014

Medical Exam: 07-08-2014

Interview in Warsaw, Poland: 08-28-2014 @ 8:30AM - APPROVED!

Visa Package Received: 09-01-2014

POE at Chicago O'Hare International Airport: 09-23-2014

I-751 Package Received: 07-11-2016

NOA1: 07-16-2016

I-751 Biometrics Apointment: 08-01-2016

ROC Approval (during citizenship interview): 12-20-2017

10-Year Green Card Received: N/A due to approved N-400

N-400 Filed Online: 08-28-2017

N-400 NOA1 Date: 08-29-2017

N-400 Biometrics Appointment: 09-22-2017

Status Changed to Interview Scheduled: 09-22-2017

Status Change to Interview Scheduled, read the letter we mailed: 11-15-2017

N-400 Interview: 12-20-2017 - APPROVED!

Oath of Allegiance Scheduled: 12-29-2017

Oath of Allegiance: 01-18-2018 

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So how long do you think the total time from NOA2 to Interview takes? Can you give us an estimate of what we can expect?

r060...it's not a great timeframe. Here's what it looks like. They take about 3 weeks from NOA2 to giving you a case #. Things then speed up a bit. About one week or sometimes two weeks later, you can log in and access your AOS and IV bills. Call that a month. It takes about a week between submitting your DS-261. 5 weeks. Then, it takes them about 1-2 weeks to accept all of that. Now you're at 7 weeks. Then, you can submit all of your paperwork (you just have to wait for them to release the DS-260 to do the IV, but you can do the AOS pretty quickly.) They are currently taking 6 weeks to review that. Now you have 13 weeks. (Over 3 months.) Then, you hope not to get a checklist. Most people have gotten one, but, you could be lucky and not get one. We got one. Add 6 more weeks if you do. 4.5 months. Takes between 1-2 months for the interview. Add 4 weeks. 5-months or more. We're right now at 3 months since NOA2. Looks like we're hoping for a case complete end of Dec/early January (hopefully no more problems/checklist.) I doubt we'll be faster than 5 months. It sucks. I can't lie to you.

I debated whether or not to answer it so honestly...I don't want to depress you guys waiting for NOA2's. But, I guess it's better to know. Sorry. It sucks. It really sucks.

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I know...I keep trying to think...2-3 months more. I can do it. I shouldn't complain. But, you know how it goes. 2-3 months more just sounds like forever right now. I feel so bad for you and everyone stuck in the nether, not knowing...that is just awful. I guess, at least I know where my stuff is being held up...LOL! As if that should make anyone feel better, right? Only in this crazy process!!!

Wait...is your hubby not going to make it for Christmas? I thought he'd be here since you said 2 weeks. Awww! What date does he arrive??? Enjoy your time together and act like a normal, married couple. It's definitely a small positive in a long wait!!! Make the best of it!!!

Chocolate helps. LOL!

Time to seeing my hubby: 2 days, 16 hours, 33 mins. Yep...I'm down to that kind of counting. Want the seconds? LOL!

No, he's not going to make it for Christmas. He always spends xmas with his parents (in their 90s) and children. So it is what it is :) We'll spend NYE together so it's all good :)

Chocolate does help, girl!

I am doing the same kind of countdown :D 9 days and 4 hours!

Have a wonderful time with your husband :) :) :) And Merry Christmas to both of you- I doubt you will have time to come on VJ when your hubby is there ;)

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r060...it's not a great timeframe. Here's what it looks like. They take about 3 weeks from NOA2 to giving you a case #. Things then speed up a bit. About one week or sometimes two weeks later, you can log in and access your AOS and IV bills. Call that a month. It takes about a week between submitting your DS-261. 5 weeks. Then, it takes them about 1-2 weeks to accept all of that. Now you're at 7 weeks. Then, you can submit all of your paperwork (you just have to wait for them to release the DS-260 to do the IV, but you can do the AOS pretty quickly.) They are currently taking 6 weeks to review that. Now you have 13 weeks. (Over 3 months.) Then, you hope not to get a checklist. Most people have gotten one, but, you could be lucky and not get one. We got one. Add 6 more weeks if you do. 4.5 months. Takes between 1-2 months for the interview. Add 4 weeks. 5-months or more. We're right now at 3 months since NOA2. Looks like we're hoping for a case complete end of Dec/early January (hopefully no more problems/checklist.) I doubt we'll be faster than 5 months. It sucks. I can't lie to you.

I debated whether or not to answer it so honestly...I don't want to depress you guys waiting for NOA2's. But, I guess it's better to know. Sorry. It sucks. It really sucks.

Umm... That did depress me.

But thank you, Jen, for telling us.. Better to know and be ready...

So if we get approved around May, add 5-6 months- > October-November 2014. Holy ###.

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When two people are meant for each other, no time is too long, no distance is too far, no one can ever tear them apart.

USCIS: NVC:

6/21/2013 -Married in Stockholm, Sweden 4/16/2014- Case received at NVC

9/6/2013 -Priority Date 5/13 /2014- Case number and IIN assigned

2/25/2014 -Transferred to NSC 5/20/2014- DS-261 completed

3/31/2014 -Approved 5/21/2014- AOS fee invoiced and paid

5/22/2014- AOS package overnighted to NVC

5/28/2014- AOS scanned into the system

6/20/2014- IV invoice email (but fee still locked on CEAC )

6/23/2014- IV fee finally unlocked and paid.

IV package overnighted to NVC

6/30/2014- IV scanned in. DS260 completed.

7/1/2014- AOS accepted

7/2/2014- False checklist (AOS reviewed)

8/1/2014 False checklist (attorney's G28 reviewed)

8/2/2014 False checklist (NVC not sure why it was generated)

I am the beneficiary. 8/12/2014 CASE COMPLETE!

8/26/2014 Medical

9/2/2014 Interview... APPROVED!!!

9/5/2014 Visa in hand

Removal Of Conditions:

10/29- Package sent to VSC

11/1 - NOA1

11/17- Received biometrics appointment letter

11/30- Biometrics appointment

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No, he's not going to make it for Christmas. He always spends xmas with his parents (in their 90s) and children. So it is what it is smile.png We'll spend NYE together so it's all good smile.png

Chocolate does help, girl!

I am doing the same kind of countdown biggrin.png 9 days and 4 hours!

Have a wonderful time with your husband smile.pngsmile.pngsmile.png And Merry Christmas to both of you- I doubt you will have time to come on VJ when your hubby is there wink.png

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Umm... That did depress me.

But thank you, Jen, for telling us.. Better to know and be ready...

So if we get approved around May, add 5-6 months- > October-November 2014. Holy ###.

Aww...that's good that he's spending Christmas with his parents, especially if they're that age. And at least you get him for New Years! That's awesome, too! Just think...2014 will be your year to be living together like a regular husband and wife! goofy.gif

I'm really counting down now...just cross your fingers for no issues at POE! I need to see him!!! You're probably right that I won't have much time for VJ while he's here....at least, I hope not to be, to be honest! I want to enjoy every second.

I'm sorry...I was afraid it would depress folks if I was honest. Maybe it'll speed up by the time y'all get there...I sure hope so. I really thought NOA2 meant we were just going to be done by Christmas. Dream on! I was wrong. Now I'm really really really hoping for Valentine's Day. IF that happens, it will be about 5 months. That's *IF* it happens. So, I'll leave that be for now and we'll just think about our times together for Christmas & New Years!

Enjoy your hubby, Blueberry...and all the chocolate you eat before he arrives! LOL! Merry Christmas in advance!!!! star_smile.gifstar_smile.gifstar_smile.gif

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Aww...that's good that he's spending Christmas with his parents, especially if they're that age. And at least you get him for New Years! That's awesome, too! Just think...2014 will be your year to be living together like a regular husband and wife! goofy.gif

I'm really counting down now...just cross your fingers for no issues at POE! I need to see him!!! You're probably right that I won't have much time for VJ while he's here....at least, I hope not to be, to be honest! I want to enjoy every second.

I'm sorry...I was afraid it would depress folks if I was honest. Maybe it'll speed up by the time y'all get there...I sure hope so. I really thought NOA2 meant we were just going to be done by Christmas. Dream on! I was wrong. Now I'm really really really hoping for Valentine's Day. IF that happens, it will be about 5 months. That's *IF* it happens. So, I'll leave that be for now and we'll just think about our times together for Christmas & New Years!

Enjoy your hubby, Blueberry...and all the chocolate you eat before he arrives! LOL! Merry Christmas in advance!!!! star_smile.gifstar_smile.gifstar_smile.gif

Well, the regular husband and wife living might not happen until the end of 2014 so it's hardly exciting, to be honest... cray5ol.gif

Of course I will keep my fingers crossed for your hubby's smooth POE! If you find a sec, drop by here and let us know how it went :)

Other than that- stay away from VJ! :P

Nah, no worries. We already knew that would be another 5-6 months after NOA2. Still made me sad to read it...

How long is your husband visiting for? Hopefully you'll get your CC before he leaves!

I can't even look at chocolate anymore! I think I might be done for life ;) Will definitely enjoy my hubby though :) Still can't believe that he's coming :D

Have a very jolly Christmas, Jen :)

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When two people are meant for each other, no time is too long, no distance is too far, no one can ever tear them apart.

USCIS: NVC:

6/21/2013 -Married in Stockholm, Sweden 4/16/2014- Case received at NVC

9/6/2013 -Priority Date 5/13 /2014- Case number and IIN assigned

2/25/2014 -Transferred to NSC 5/20/2014- DS-261 completed

3/31/2014 -Approved 5/21/2014- AOS fee invoiced and paid

5/22/2014- AOS package overnighted to NVC

5/28/2014- AOS scanned into the system

6/20/2014- IV invoice email (but fee still locked on CEAC )

6/23/2014- IV fee finally unlocked and paid.

IV package overnighted to NVC

6/30/2014- IV scanned in. DS260 completed.

7/1/2014- AOS accepted

7/2/2014- False checklist (AOS reviewed)

8/1/2014 False checklist (attorney's G28 reviewed)

8/2/2014 False checklist (NVC not sure why it was generated)

I am the beneficiary. 8/12/2014 CASE COMPLETE!

8/26/2014 Medical

9/2/2014 Interview... APPROVED!!!

9/5/2014 Visa in hand

Removal Of Conditions:

10/29- Package sent to VSC

11/1 - NOA1

11/17- Received biometrics appointment letter

11/30- Biometrics appointment

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