NVC Filers - September 2014

[Ketsuban 1,034]

Silverjetplane's idea is a GREAT one. I REALLY wish this thread were only questions, answers and progress. It would be nice if we didn't have to sift through so much dirt to get to the gold. I agree that this forum is great for moral support because no one understands this process except those going through it, but this is the first day I've had time to look at the NVC thread all month and there's no way in hell I'm going to be able to skim 100+ pages today. I've kind of given up on this thread being a resource for me and only plan to return if I'm desperate for some sort of answer to a problem. It's just too much and I simply do not have enough time in the day to devote to it. It sucks though, because now I feel out of the loop.

Here's an example of why it's a bit frustrating: I sent the e-mail about my husband's embassy change back to Bogotá on August 5. The last time we did this, they sent an e-mail after about three weeks saying that it had been read and they were going to review our request. We haven't gotten that e-mail yet this time around, and it's been more than a month. It would be great if I could quickly read through a much shorter thread and look for information about how long they're taking at this point to respond to e-mails, and then ask the question if it hasn't been addressed. I don't want to contribute to the epidemic of repeated questions. The way things are now, I'll probably just call for the 11 millionth time. Which is not that big of a deal, although I have a feeling they'll just feed me some line instead of an actual answer. I feel really bad for people who really need help whose problems/questions get buried under meaningless posts. And I do like reading the case updates that do get posted--they are often very helpful and at times even reassuring. But the way things are now, it's just impossible to keep up unless you have a desk job that lets you sit on the internet all day or are willing to devote an hour or more every night to reading just this thread.

Long story short, VJ has my very enthusiastic vote for a separate venting thread. Saylin, do you have the power to make one? It would be more work in terms of moderation, but maybe there's another mod that would be willing to keep an eye on it if you can't or don't want to. I'll keep updating my spreadsheet form when things happen of course, but I can't see myself coming here much anymore. Another idea: Put in the first post of next month's thread that it's for questions, answers and progress ONLY (big, bold, underlined, etc.) and see if that does anything.

If it helps, I sent an email to them on July 26th and they finally replied on September 8th.

[BatmanFlow 481]

I just got another email telling me I paid my AOS fee but this one includes a document cover sheet. It lists everything needed for AOS package and supporting documents (IV package)

Did everyone get this?

Seems like a sheet telling us to send everything together or is this an email everything got before as well?

[NVC_2014 7]

Hahaaa happy they make you smile OMG am I and I'm checking for N/A ever time I remember which is often. If it was a job I would be very busy doing nothing hahahahaaa I want it so bad I can taste it and was hoping this morning it was our turn. See my crystal ball never lies they are working a little faster and God willing will pick up for the rest of the poor souls waiting for this nightmare to end. Come on NVC! No, no checklist I VOODOOED them

Good Luck Silvia...hope you get CC soon !!

[Saylin 1,605]

Silverjetplane's idea is a GREAT one. I REALLY wish this thread were only questions, answers and progress. It would be nice if we didn't have to sift through so much dirt to get to the gold. I agree that this forum is great for moral support because no one understands this process except those going through it, but this is the first day I've had time to look at the NVC thread all month and there's no way in hell I'm going to be able to skim 100+ pages today. I've kind of given up on this thread being a resource for me and only plan to return if I'm desperate for some sort of answer to a problem. It's just too much and I simply do not have enough time in the day to devote to it. It sucks though, because now I feel out of the loop.

Here's an example of why it's a bit frustrating: I sent the e-mail about my husband's embassy change back to Bogotá on August 5. The last time we did this, they sent an e-mail after about three weeks saying that it had been read and they were going to review our request. We haven't gotten that e-mail yet this time around, and it's been more than a month. It would be great if I could quickly read through a much shorter thread and look for information about how long they're taking at this point to respond to e-mails, and then ask the question if it hasn't been addressed. I don't want to contribute to the epidemic of repeated questions. The way things are now, I'll probably just call for the 11 millionth time. Which is not that big of a deal, although I have a feeling they'll just feed me some line instead of an actual answer. I feel really bad for people who really need help whose problems/questions get buried under meaningless posts. And I do like reading the case updates that do get posted--they are often very helpful and at times even reassuring. But the way things are now, it's just impossible to keep up unless you have a desk job that lets you sit on the internet all day or are willing to devote an hour or more every night to reading just this thread.

Long story short, VJ has my very enthusiastic vote for a separate venting thread. Saylin, do you have the power to make one? It would be more work in terms of moderation, but maybe there's another mod that would be willing to keep an eye on it if you can't or don't want to. I'll keep updating my spreadsheet form when things happen of course, but I can't see myself coming here much anymore. Another idea: Put in the first post of next month's thread that it's for questions, answers and progress ONLY (big, bold, underlined, etc.) and see if that does anything.

Anyone can make a thread So, if someone wants to spearhead a new thread for just venting about wait times or talking about how draining the process is, etc etc, then by all means, someone start one! (Call it something like The NVC Moral Support/Ranting Thread) Then this thread can get back to its original intention of questions and progress only (and probably reduce the number of pages by a lot, especially if people start reading what's available).

It's funny to me, cause when I was going through the process, the NVC threads would typically average around 40 pages by the end of the month. Even less sometimes. But as the wait times go up, (obviously) more people talk about it and complain. Which is fine, but I think it should be in a separate thread, as I've discussed before and brought up again above.

[NVC_2014 7]

I just got another email telling me I paid my AOS fee but this one includes a document cover sheet. It lists everything needed for AOS package and supporting documents (IV package)

Did everyone get this?

Seems like a sheet telling us to send everything together or is this an email everything got before as well?

Looks like mail withe the new process..Not seen anybody mentioning about this type of email before ..Best to call NVC and check....

[Saylin 1,605]

I just got another email telling me I paid my AOS fee but this one includes a document cover sheet. It lists everything needed for AOS package and supporting documents (IV package)

Did everyone get this?

Seems like a sheet telling us to send everything together or is this an email everything got before as well?

That sounds new to me. Would you be willing to post a copy? I'd really love to see it.

[jsumner86 403]

Anyone can make a thread So, if someone wants to spearhead a new thread for just venting about wait times or talking about how draining the process is, etc etc, then by all means, someone start one! (Call it something like The NVC Moral Support/Ranting Thread) Then this thread can get back to its original intention of questions and progress only (and probably reduce the number of pages by a lot, especially if people start reading what's available).

It's funny to me, cause when I was going through the process, the NVC threads would typically average around 40 pages by the end of the month. Even less sometimes. But as the wait times go up, (obviously) more people talk about it and complain. Which is fine, but I think it should be in a separate thread, as I've discussed before and brought up again above.

Saylin, my case says it's process of termination... OMG WHAT DO I DO? < Questions like that?

[Soloenta 2,218]

Good Luck Silvia...hope you get CC soon !!

Awww thank you very much I'll let you know right away.

[Saylin 1,605]

Saylin, my case says it's process of termination... OMG WHAT DO I DO? < Questions like that?

Yes, EXACTLY questions like that! Haven't seen that one in awhile. But I've still seen, and continue to see, questions that are clearly answered not only in my wiki but as well as in the official form instructions and on USCIS and NVC's websites.

[AustinCanada 681]

Don't think it will be ready for me today but on the line waiting for a rep. OMG I'm so nervous.

Did your AOS change from "PAID" to "N/A" on the CEAC site?

If not, I don't think they have any news for you and I (received date: July 22nd and scan date: July 25th) yet.

Maybe next week? Fingers crossed!

[Ahiday 2]

Hello ...When was your DS-261 approved?

Thanks

It was approved on 09/05/2014

[BatmanFlow 481]

That sounds new to me. Would you be willing to post a copy? I'd really love to see it.

I sure will once I get home!

[Ketsuban 1,034]

I think separate threads is a good idea on paper, but it will have teething problems. Someone will need to be around to move the irrelevant posts to the new thread and vice versa. And people will be second guessing what exactly they can write when asking a question if it is an emotionally charged one but I say see how it goes, you never know without trying

[Alko 6]

yes yes .. they finished 17th, 18th and working on 21st of July in three days since beginning of this week.. i expect 22nd to be within this week too .. 23rd has a high probability too .. if not .. then early next week .. my advice just stay away for couple of days .. then get back Friday night .. the closer you get the more impatient you are .. best of luck!

yeah right, Im still waiting to hear about my AOS scanned on July 18

[Ketsuban 1,034]

Did your AOS change from "PAID" to "N/A" on the CEAC site?

If not, I don't think they have any news for you and I (received date: July 22nd and scan date: July 25th) yet.

Maybe next week? Fingers crossed!

Some people claim to have never gotten the N/A when their case is complete, which annoys me since I hate calling NVC!