NVC Filers - April 2014

[dirk_diggler 107]

never wanted to pay a bill so badly.... come on NVC

[ekec 79]

On Monday when I called NVC, I was told to expect a checklist for my civil docs. It is now Wednesday and still no checklist.

[benipals4 72]

never wanted to pay a bill so badly.... come on NVC

I know what you mean! I said the same thing. I don't understand what is taking them so long.. I can't even fill out the DS-261 yet

[r060106 109]

I know what you mean! I said the same thing. I don't understand what is taking them so long.. I can't even fill out the DS-261 yet

Me neither...

It seems to be taking a LOT longer than a lot of the other NVC filers on the thread who filled it out in March and February. So dumb. I don't get it.

[LoveMyTico 999]

Me neither...

It seems to be taking a LOT longer than a lot of the other NVC filers on the thread who filled it out in March and February. So dumb. I don't get it.

I think its the way they control their workload.

[benipals4 72]

I think its the way they control their workload.

Well they suck then!!! lol Some people got to complete theirs the next day?

[r060106 109]

I think its the way they control their workload.

So dumb.

Some people got to complete theirs the next day?

I know, right?

[LoveMyTico 999]

Yep, it is dumb. I guess they figure if you can't complete each step then you aren't actually in the queue. One baby step at a time.... I swear they should do the USCIS and the NVC step all in one. What is the point of having 2 separate centers?

[observatorka 197]

It's taking them a week to log it and then another week or so to review it.

Also you can check the spreadsheet for estimates.

Thank you!

Congrats on the delivery! I know that feels good! Now NVC has to scan the packets into their system. That took 5 days for me. You can expect a minimum of two weeks after that scan date - and maybe as much as 4-5 weeks.

Sukie

Thank you! Can't wait to be done!

[aizeny987 7]

You'll receive an email the same day your interview is scheduled. I had a tip off that mine might be coming because another UK filer had an interview scheduled just ahead of me, but my own notice came probably within an hour from then. They have pretty prescribed scheduling times for the most part so you'll know when the action starts You can certainly call if you want but unlike the rest of the NVC process it won't really save you any time here.

I will just then wait for the email since they are sending it the same day it will be scheduled. Thank you for the info and wish you all the best in your interview!

[Lakehouse 293]

Collie, on 23 Apr 2014 - 07:19 AM, said:

I received an official checklist yesterday and it was different from what was discussed when I called them. I called and spoke to Amanda who is super nice and very funny but I am not calling at 10:30pm again...I was tired, emotional and for the first time ever I broke down on the phone, because I felt that I had done my part and sent all the required documents, but someone there who had reviewed my parents files had not done their job properly. If it wasn't for their errors, we would be sitting with two complete cases now.

Amanda was really nice telling me that she had to tell me the standard 30 days to review but that they were moving faster these days. I am sending another certified copy of my marriage certificate today in the mail along with the receipt from the county clerk's office. I am also sending emails to the higher ups mentioned in the FOIA letter suggesting that the reviewers take the time to thoroughly examine the documents, so that they don't create more work for themselves in having to issue checklists and re-review. That all costs time and money to them. I'm also planning to comment that education is needed for Ireland vs. Northern Ireland.

Unfortunately I think we are kissing a June interview goodbye

So sorry to hear you're having these issues! May they be resolved quickly!!

edna14, on 23 Apr 2014 - 07:54 AM, said:

yay! Just called NVC, finally got my case number and IIN.

Congrats on that! Time to move forward:)

Dicayagua15, on 23 Apr 2014 - 09:34 AM, said:

I-130 and i-129f both approved on april 1st 2014 Still waiting for nvc case number.i was wondering how do i know when nvc recieves my case. Do they send and email or does the uscis post the date it was sent out on the tracking site.and since both petitions were approved is there a chance the i-129f will be received before the i-130 thanks

Just call them at 603-334-0700. It usually takes 1-3 weeks for your case to get into NVC, then roughly a month for the case number.

samreen23, on 23 Apr 2014 - 09:48 AM, said:

I was praying to be finally be a part of this thread! Checking in guys:) got my approval today. Saylin please add me to the spreadsheet

Congrats and welcome!

antpx, on 23 Apr 2014 - 10:25 AM, said:

Case completed this morning... 2 wks and half a day for them to review the IV checklist.. They're taking longer than they were a few wks back.. Good luck to all!

Wonderful news!! You must feel such relief and happiness:)

[r060106 109]

Yep, it is dumb. I guess they figure if you can't complete each step then you aren't actually in the queue. One baby step at a time.... I swear they should do the USCIS and the NVC step all in one. What is the point of having 2 separate centers?

Completely agree!!! I've been saying that the whole time and have noticed so many redundancies in the system.

[London2Boston 59]

Congrats on the delivery! I know that feels good! Now NVC has to scan the packets into their system. That took 5 days for me. You can expect a minimum of two weeks after that scan date - and maybe as much as 4-5 weeks.

Sukie

Suki I'm waiting on your Case Complete next!!!

[samreen23 461]

All the USC has to do is send in the paperwork for the amendment. It will probably take the IRS 6-8 weeks to process the amendment, because they are currently busy with all the original submissions. Because of your timeframe, the USC may not get an amended transcript in time for the AOS submission. But...when the USC puts together the AOS packet, have a copy of the amended return (plus copies of all W-2s and all 1099s) ready to submit to NVC.

NVC probably doesn't care how the USC has filed. But...the IRS DOES care - so it's best to show that the two of you are responsible tax payers and that you realized you made a mistake and are fixing it ASAP!

Sukie

Thanks!!

[DearJohn 28]

Thanks to the Lord, we got Case Complete today!!! No checklists or anything!!! Woohoo!!

After I got the news from NVC I called my baby and he was so excited when I told him the great news!!

Many thanks to Saylin and every single person in this thread for all the helpful information and also for the good times I've had when reading the good sense of humor that you all have while going through this long and hard process.

Good luck to everyone else going through this, I hope you'll have a very smooth NVC process!