Interviews for Ethiopia

[ItsGonnaBeWorthIt 191]

That's what I'm thinking as well . . . Hope we'll get our interview schedule soon . . . crossing my fingers . . .

yea!! its almost over I know it.. last leg of the process!

[A56 & A69 4]

Hello everyone :

my mom has interview on Nov. 16th. I could really use, any suggestions, ideas, advice and last minute remiders in the next 11 days. Anyone who has done IR5 Interview.? what to expect from the interview besides basic questions on the petitioner as well as the beneficiary?

Thanks again.

Hello, Wali1001,

Did some reseaching and came up this for you to help prep you Mom for the here interview ok.. VJ really have an forums for I5R interview see below hope this helps you get ready.

interview experience here: http://www.visajourn...iew-experience/

A56

[Wali1001 4]

A56 & A69

thanks very much. this means alot. hoping mom follows all instructions and things go smoothly.

[ItsGonnaBeWorthIt 191]

A56 & A69

thanks very much. this means alot. hoping mom follows all instructions and things go smoothly.

I hear Ethiopian embassy is pretty cool with approvals so im sure she will do fine!

[MehariDaBole 0]

Good Monday morning everybody,

Just letting you know guys that I received a reply from the US embassy in Addis for my email that I sent them back in September. Back then, I ask them what the hold up was. This is part of the reply they sent me;

"According to our records, we have not yet received the approved petition from the National Visa Center (NVC). In the meantime, you can contact NVC to inquire about the status of the petition. Please be informed that immigrant visa cases are processed and scheduled for interview by National Visa Center (NVC). The applicant will receive an instruction packet and appointment letter from NVC. "

My assumption was once your case is approved, NVC will send it to the respective US consulate and the consulate will schedule your case for interview. . . . I guess I'm wrong

FYI: My CC date is 5/27/2015

[ItsGonnaBeWorthIt 191]

Good Monday morning everybody,

Just letting you know guys that I received a reply from the US embassy in Addis for my email that I sent them back in September. Back then, I ask them what the hold up was. This is part of the reply they sent me;

"According to our records, we have not yet received the approved petition from the National Visa Center (NVC). In the meantime, you can contact NVC to inquire about the status of the petition. Please be informed that immigrant visa cases are processed and scheduled for interview by National Visa Center (NVC). The applicant will receive an instruction packet and appointment letter from NVC. "

My assumption was once your case is approved, NVC will send it to the respective US consulate and the consulate will schedule your case for interview. . . . I guess I'm wrong

FYI: My CC date is 5/27/2015

no that's only for finace visas with spousal visa we wait for Ethiopia to send dates and NVC puts us in those spots. and I got the same email a week ago lol 2 months after I send my request as well.

[MehariDaBole 0]

no that's only for finace visas with spousal visa we wait for Ethiopia to send dates and NVC puts us in those spots. and I got the same email a week ago lol 2 months after I send my request as well.

Well, I'll just wait for NVC's email then.

Thanks anyways, ItsGonnaBeWorthIt.

[ItsGonnaBeWorthIt 191]

Well, I'll just wait for NVC's email then.

Thanks anyways, ItsGonnaBeWorthIt.

welcome! lets hope we hear some interviews this week or next.

[Wali1001 4]

I hear Ethiopian embassy is pretty cool with approvals so im sure she will do fine!

Thanks. I am optimistic . hoping this things go well. preping mom and have her ready for every Question and have her carry every docs needed. ONE MORE WEEK.

[Wali1001 4]

Hello VJ family :

1 ) I am having mom take $ 165.00 with her at the interview in one week for GC. is this correct ? is there anyway I can pay for it here or online?

2) I am assuming there are interpreters at US embassy in Addis Abab cuz doesnt speak English.

[ItsGonnaBeWorthIt 191]

Hello VJ family :

1 ) I am having mom take $ 165.00 with her at the interview in one week for GC. is this correct ? is there anyway I can pay for it here or online?

2) I am assuming there are interpreters at US embassy in Addis Abab cuz doesnt speak English.

you don't pay at the interview you pay after the interview after she gets her packet. no need to take any money to the embassy

https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B9bvTEwLyHz1eFhGTzI4Y1lLVXc/edit

Edited November 10, 2015 by ItsGonnaBeWorthIt

[A56 & A69 4]

Hello VJ family :

1 ) I am having mom take $ 165.00 with her at the interview in one week for GC. is this correct ? is there anyway I can pay for it here or online?

2) I am assuming there are interpreters at US embassy in Addis Abab cuz doesnt speak English.

Wall1001,

Hello and how are you. I know your mind is racing a 1000 Second and times and time over did I do this or that. if you have everything and yoy prepared your mother will do fine. He info to help you get think rolling. I don't mean to step on anyone but this the details..

A. Procedures for the 165.00 fee for entering the USA.

1. At the end of your immigrant visa interview at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate, the consular officer will inform you whether your visa application is approved or denied. praying that is will get approved.

2. Visa approval - When approved, you will be informed how and when your passport and visa will be returned to you.

3. Passport with Visa – Your immigrant visa will be placed on a page in your passport. Please review the printed information right away to make sure there are no errors. If there are any spelling errors, contact the embassy or consulate promptly.

4. Sealed Immigrant Packet - You will also receive a sealed packet containing documents that you must present to U.S. Customs and Border Protection at a port-of-entry (often an airport) upon your arrival in the United States. You must not open the sealed packet.

5. USCIS Immigrant Fee - You must pay the USCIS Immigrant Fee to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) after you receive your immigrant visa and before you travel to the United States.

6. Select USCIS Immigrant Fee on the USCIS website for more information. Important Notice: USCIS will not issue a Permanent Resident Card (Form I-551 or Green Card) until you have paid the fee.

7.

How to Pay the Fee

You must pay the fee online using the USCIS Electronic Immigration System. Below are the steps to pay the USCIS Immigrant Fee.

Process for Paying

Your USCIS Immigrant Fee

Receive your immigrant information

• The U.S. embassy or consulate will give you your:
  • A-Number (the letter “A” followed by 8 or 9 numbers);
  • DOS Case ID (3 letters followed by 9 or 10 numbers);
  • Instructions for paying the USCIS Immigrant Fee;
  • Immigrant Data Summary; and
  • Sealed immigrant visa packet.

If you are a Diversity Visa immigrant, your DOS Case ID will have 4 numbers followed by 2 letters and 5 more numbers (for example: 0000AB01234).

Go to the USCIS Electronic Immigration System

• Go to uscis.gov/uscis-elis.
• Select the “Log in” button.
• Select “USCIS Immigrant Fee” from the chart.
• Enter your A-Number and DOS Case ID, which can be found on your immigrant data summary, USCIS Immigrant Fee handout, or immigrant visa stamp.
• If you cannot pay the USCIS Immigrant Fee, a family member, friend, employer, attorney or accredited representative can pay for you. If someone pays the fee for you, they will need your A‑Number and DOS Case ID.

Pay USCIS Immigrant Fee

• Pay $165 online. If you are paying for family members who will reside with you in the United States, you may pay all fees in one transaction.
• Provide valid payment information. You must pay either with a valid credit or debit card or provide your U.S. bank routing and checking account numbers to have money taken directly from your U.S. bank account.

I hope this information provide will help you put some worry to rest for you and your Momma Journey.

Also this information was provide from the http://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/immigrate/immigrant-process/interview/after.html

B. Translators at the U S Embassy. please call to verify or as to have one standing by for your mother.

HAVE A BLESSING DAY.

Much from the the A56 & A69 Fam..

[A56 & A69 4]

you don't pay at the interview you pay after the interview after she gets her packet. no need to take any money to the embassy

https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B9bvTEwLyHz1eFhGTzI4Y1lLVXc/edit

Wall1001

ItsGonnaBeWorthIt is correct i just post some detail on what your mother and you should do after the interview. slow and take your time you don't want to rush and make a mistake during this process. one misspell or error on the print of the visa and through you in world or hurt.. ok.. all information is here and at below

Again good luck and have a Blessing Day

A56 & A69 Fam

http://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/immigrate/immigrant-process/interview/prepare/appointment.html

[GOFFA 3]

CC:May 26 2015 and interview date 12/22/2015

[ItsGonnaBeWorthIt 191]

Wooohoo!!! Im excited! Their back on track