IV package , help

[Usbumer 0]

Hi everyone I just wondering what and when I should send IV package will NVC send any checklist or what . I already file DS-260 and AOS

[mhelztouffy 7]

Generally, the following is needed:

- Bar-coded cover sheet from payment portal

- Two passport-style photographs (2" x 2") of beneficiary (on the back, write: beneficiary's full name, date of birth, and case number)

- Copy of bio-data page of beneficiary's unexpired passport

- Original or Certified Copy of beneficiary's birth certificate, PLUS A PHOTOCOPY

- Original or Certified Copy of marriage certificate, PLUS A PHOTOCOPY

- Original police certificate(s)

Please read: http://travel.state..../info_3195.html for additional documents if applicable (such as petitioner documents in IR-5 cases or divorce/military records or proof of permanent residency, etc).

Also read the country-specific documents linked in the first post. There may be additional documents needed not listed above.

Who fills out which forms?

AOS package - petitioner

IV package - beneficiary

Can the petitioner fill out the DS-261 and/or DS-260?

Yes. It's very common for the petitioner to file the DS-261 and/or DS-260 on behalf of the beneficiary (typically due to the language barrier and/or no/low internet connection). This is perfectly fine.

If my documents are not in English, do they need to be translated?

NVC's website states:

"All documents not written in English, or in the official language of the country in which application for a visa is being made, must be accompanied by certified translations and submitted to the NVC. The translation must include a statement signed by the translator stating that the:

-Translation is accurate, and

-Translator is competent to translate."

Despite this, I have seen cases of people getting checklists for not having translations of non-English documents. I'd suggest you get everything translated anyways to be on the safe side. It's not needed, but highly recommended.

Additionally, embassies/consulates in some countries require translations of documents into English even though they are written in the official language of the country, so it's best to check with the embassy/consulate to see what document translation requirements are. [Thanks to Ryan H for his suggestion on this last statement!]

How long does it take for a bill to appear as PAID in the payment portal after paying it?

Usually just a day or two, but can take longer.

Do I have to wait for NVC to email me instructions before mailing packages?

NO. If you wait on NVC for this, it can take WEEKS to get anything from them. As long as the respective bill has been paid in the payment portal, you can send in your package.

Members have had luck sending the packages as soon as they pay the bills (since the bar-coded cover sheet becomes available after paying). If you're not going to wait for it to appear as PAID in the portal, at least wait until the money has cleared the bank account.

What address do I send the AOS and IV packages?

You will find their addresses on their respective bar-coded cover sheets, which are printed off the payment portal.

[newlywed13 1]

Generally, the following is needed:

- Bar-coded cover sheet from payment portal

- Two passport-style photographs (2" x 2") of beneficiary (on the back, write: beneficiary's full name, date of birth, and case number)

- Copy of bio-data page of beneficiary's unexpired passport

- Original or Certified Copy of beneficiary's birth certificate, PLUS A PHOTOCOPY

- Original or Certified Copy of marriage certificate, PLUS A PHOTOCOPY

- Original police certificate(s)

Please read: http://travel.state..../info_3195.html for additional documents if applicable (such as petitioner documents in IR-5 cases or divorce/military records or proof of permanent residency, etc).

Also read the country-specific documents linked in the first post. There may be additional documents needed not listed above.

Who fills out which forms?

AOS package - petitioner

IV package - beneficiary

Can the petitioner fill out the DS-261 and/or DS-260?

Yes. It's very common for the petitioner to file the DS-261 and/or DS-260 on behalf of the beneficiary (typically due to the language barrier and/or no/low internet connection). This is perfectly fine.

If my documents are not in English, do they need to be translated?

NVC's website states:

"All documents not written in English, or in the official language of the country in which application for a visa is being made, must be accompanied by certified translations and submitted to the NVC. The translation must include a statement signed by the translator stating that the:

-Translation is accurate, and

-Translator is competent to translate."

Despite this, I have seen cases of people getting checklists for not having translations of non-English documents. I'd suggest you get everything translated anyways to be on the safe side. It's not needed, but highly recommended.

Additionally, embassies/consulates in some countries require translations of documents into English even though they are written in the official language of the country, so it's best to check with the embassy/consulate to see what document translation requirements are. [Thanks to Ryan H for his suggestion on this last statement!]

How long does it take for a bill to appear as PAID in the payment portal after paying it?

Usually just a day or two, but can take longer.

Do I have to wait for NVC to email me instructions before mailing packages?

NO. If you wait on NVC for this, it can take WEEKS to get anything from them. As long as the respective bill has been paid in the payment portal, you can send in your package.

Members have had luck sending the packages as soon as they pay the bills (since the bar-coded cover sheet becomes available after paying). If you're not going to wait for it to appear as PAID in the portal, at least wait until the money has cleared the bank account.

What address do I send the AOS and IV packages?

You will find their addresses on their respective bar-coded cover sheets, which are printed off the payment portal.

hi! adding to confusion...why am i not prompted to pay the IV processing fee yet? how long does it take to be issued a notice so i can pay it already...paid the AOS fee several weeks ago...

can you enlighten me with this?

thanks so much.

[carL♥tRin 1]

hi! adding to confusion...why am i not prompted to pay the IV processing fee yet? how long does it take to be issued a notice so i can pay it already...paid the AOS fee several weeks ago...

can you enlighten me with this?

thanks so much.

It took less than a week for the IV fee payment to generate after AOS fee shows as PAID.

Edited January 13, 2014 by carL♥tRin

[newlywed13 1]

It took less than a week for the IV fee payment to generate after AOS fee shows as PAID.

Thank you for your answer... i am now wondering what happened to mine????

[pob260 23]

hi! adding to confusion...why am i not prompted to pay the IV processing fee yet? how long does it take to be issued a notice so i can pay it already...paid the AOS fee several weeks ago...

can you enlighten me with this?

thanks so much.

Your choice of agent needs to be reviewed/accepted first. generally 5-10 business days after filling choice of agent. Check my signature along with others to get an idea of the duration.

Good Luck

[dens 5]

hi! adding to confusion...why am i not prompted to pay the IV processing fee yet? how long does it take to be issued a notice so i can pay it already...paid the AOS fee several weeks ago...

can you enlighten me with this?

thanks so much.

At AOS stage by doin that gather the documents and sent in to NVC make sure you include the bar code it can be printed on the site. To be looking nice and clean,organize make a cover letter so that make it easier for them(NVC) to sort out. As per other members posted above just follow those checklist documents needed for nvc.

Let me add more documents you needed.

Employment letter

Paystub

recent tax transcript

1864 sign from you or co-sponsor

if applicable and/or co sponsor if needed for poverty guidelines required

[apple21 953]

hi! adding to confusion...why am i not prompted to pay the IV processing fee yet? how long does it take to be issued a notice so i can pay it already...paid the AOS fee several weeks ago...

can you enlighten me with this?

thanks so much.

Did you submit the Choice of Agent (DS-261) already?

[newlywed13 1]

Did you submit the Choice of Agent (DS-261) already?

yes ms. apple21...already did....so now im so baffled why there is no invoice yet,...

[newlywed13 1]

Your choice of agent needs to be reviewed/accepted first. generally 5-10 business days after filling choice of agent. Check my signature along with others to get an idea of the duration.

Good Luck

thank you pob260

[Usbumer 0]

Did you submit the Choice of Agent (DS-261) already?

does anybody sent IV package via email can you submit an example it is seems tobe faster then the postal mail