NVC Filers - July 2014

[Saylin 1,605]

Is writing "N/A" absolutely necessary? The instructions do say to leave it blank... I hope the fact that I left blanks doesn't end up in a checklist...

So far, as far as I can remember, the only question left blank that results in a checklist is the one on place of residence (and it may be specifically for just the I-864EZ and not the I-864 [if someone got a checklist for this for the I-864, please share!]). On that question, it says something to the effect of 'if different from mailing address'. For most people, it's the same. So, if there's one question to not leave blank, it'd be this one, as I see a checklist for it all the time.

I know you've already submitted it, but to everyone else: just re-enter your address on this one.

Edit: if someone's gotten a checklist for leaving something blank for another question, please share, so I know for the future

Edited July 16, 2014 by Saylin

[khaag 17]

So far, as far as I can remember, the only question left blank that results in a checklist is the one on place of residence (and it may be specifically for just the I-864EZ and not the I-864 [if someone got a checklist for this for the I-864, please share!]). On that question, it says something to the effect of 'if different from mailing address'. For most people, it's the same. So, if there's one question to not leave blank, it'd be this one, as I see a checklist for it all the time.

I know you've already submitted it, but to everyone else: just re-enter your address on this one.

Phew! Then that makes me feel better - I filled it in. On the I-864, at least, it doesn't give the "if different from mailing address" option.

[Saylin 1,605]

Phew! Then that makes me feel better - I filled it in. On the I-864, at least, it doesn't give the "if different from mailing address" option.

Yeah, I just noticed it was different between the two forms. Still though, for the I-864EZ, it says "if it's different", so why they're issuing checklists is ridiculous. If they want it to be required, they should remove that if statement.

[khaag 17]

Yeah, I just noticed it was different between the two forms. Still though, for the I-864EZ, it says "if it's different", so why they're issuing checklists is ridiculous. If they want it to be required, they should remove that if statement.

Agreed. There are a lot of things that could be improved though... the list is a long one!

[k.dlg 297]

That's a real bummer... My AOS packet hasn't been reviewed yet... wonder if I should resend with blanks filled in as "N/A"

Yeah, goodwin and bdrew are right. There have been far too many checklists for stupid things, and leaving blank spaces was one of them. I wouldn't worry just yet, you may be lucky and not get one. Sit tight and wait because your AOS should be reviewed soon, yes?

[Saylin 1,605]

Unfortunately, the instructions are not accurate for what the NVC expects. From what I've read, the instructions are for submitting to a different agency. The NVC doesn't actually have correct instructions, and a number of people have been getting checklists for this because the instructions are explicitly misleading.

You know, it's sad, but I never put two and two together. The I-864 forms (and its instructions) are on USCIS's website, yet those forms (for IR-1/CR-1 cases) are being submitted to NVC, a completely different agency. And clearly NVC has their own way of reviewing these forms

I wonder if those who submit the I-864 directly to USCIS (for other visa types) have as much problems as those at NVC do.

Agreed. There are a lot of things that could be improved though... the list is a long one!

Oh yes, that's definitely an understatement!

[doctorwho 6]

any one get cc today?

[EOC 440]

So far, as far as I can remember, the only question left blank that results in a checklist is the one on place of residence (and it may be specifically for just the I-864EZ and not the I-864 [if someone got a checklist for this for the I-864, please share!]). On that question, it says something to the effect of 'if different from mailing address'. For most people, it's the same. So, if there's one question to not leave blank, it'd be this one, as I see a checklist for it all the time.

I know you've already submitted it, but to everyone else: just re-enter your address on this one.

Edit: if someone's gotten a checklist for leaving something blank for another question, please share, so I know for the future

You are right Saylin, the checklists have been reading here is for those who leaves blank for the space of the place of residence if different from mailing address. Because for example I can't imagine someone getting checklist for leaving blank spaces for form 1-864 part 1, 1.d or 1.e or 1.d or 1.f.

The checklist is more with those who filled i-864EZ. I stand to be corrected.

[goodwinandkate 28]

Yeah, I just noticed it was different between the two forms. Still though, for the I-864EZ, it says "if it's different", so why they're issuing checklists is ridiculous. If they want it to be required, they should remove that if statement.

That makes sense. I filed an I-864EZ and felt way more paranoid about not leaving blanks anywhere.

[queng 5]

I JUST CALLED NVC AND THAT OPERATOR NAMED PARKER IS SO RUDE!!!!

[astrogirl 10]

Hey guys, I have a question about the ds-260 and I have searched on the web and read through the wiki and i cant find the answer anywhere... so I was wondering if you guys know what do do. (I hope I don't irritate anyone ;-) )

On the last 5 visits to the USA the duration of the trip has an option to fill it in in day(s), week(s), month(s) or year(s). If a trip was over a month (for example) should I put in the whole number of months? Or should I fill it in as accurately as possible, e.g. # of day(s)? If I put months, should I put a decimal number of months if a trip was between 1-2 months (for example)? Or is this too complex for the NVC? For anyone who filled this out, what did you write?

(I am asking because I am currently in the USA visiting my hubby and am not exactly sure of the date at which I will leave, but know I will leave before the 3 month limit on the visa waver program so is it ok to round it and put 2 months?)

Also congrats on CCs! I am so jealous, but can't complain as I am currently with my hubby, albeit temporarily!

[bdrew612 1,071]

I JUST CALLED NVC AND THAT OPERATOR NAMED PARKER IS SO RUDE!!!!

Booooooo.

They must have new staff there, I see a lot of names that are unfamiliar to me now! Are the hold times still roughly 45 minutes - 1 hour, or has that decreased at all?

[EOC 440]

I JUST CALLED NVC AND THAT OPERATOR NAMED PARKER IS SO RUDE!!!!

You can go ahead and report the RUDE agent, the email is on Soloenta's signature. We don't need rude people to add to the stress we all are going thru already in this immigration journey.

[jsumner86 403]

Booooooo.

They must have new staff there, I see a lot of names that are unfamiliar to me now! Are the hold times still roughly 45 minutes - 1 hour, or has that decreased at all?

Oh yes, the wait time is still the same. Operators are even becoming more short and rude. Not missing much there.

Hey guys, I have a question about the ds-260 and I have searched on the web and read through the wiki and i cant find the answer anywhere... so I was wondering if you guys know what do do. (I hope I don't irritate anyone ;-) )

On the last 5 visits to the USA the duration of the trip has an option to fill it in in day(s), week(s), month(s) or year(s). If a trip was over a month (for example) should I put in the whole number of months? Or should I fill it in as accurately as possible, e.g. # of day(s)? If I put months, should I put a decimal number of months if a trip was between 1-2 months (for example)? Or is this too complex for the NVC? For anyone who filled this out, what did you write?

(I am asking because I am currently in the USA visiting my hubby and am not exactly sure of the date at which I will leave, but know I will leave before the 3 month limit on the visa waver program so is it ok to round it and put 2 months?)

Also congrats on CCs! I am so jealous, but can't complain as I am currently with my hubby, albeit temporarily!

As far as I can *remember* from the DS260, try filling it out to the most accurate estimate time spent in the US. If you're going to be there for two months, put in two months. If it's three months it's three months. They'll be able to tell anyways by your passport stamps, and what's on file. Don't worry about it too much. (They're just checking to make sure you don't overstay your time there

Edited July 16, 2014 by jsumner86

[Ketsuban 1,034]

So far, as far as I can remember, the only question left blank that results in a checklist is the one on place of residence (and it may be specifically for just the I-864EZ and not the I-864 [if someone got a checklist for this for the I-864, please share!]). On that question, it says something to the effect of 'if different from mailing address'. For most people, it's the same. So, if there's one question to not leave blank, it'd be this one, as I see a checklist for it all the time.

I know you've already submitted it, but to everyone else: just re-enter your address on this one.

Edit: if someone's gotten a checklist for leaving something blank for another question, please share, so I know for the future

I'll definitely report back. I did the EZ form and left blanks, apart from the "if different from mailing address" question where I just repeated the same address. I answered all of the questions, just didn't put N/A in spaces like retirement info since my husband is employed, ergo not retired.