December 2016 Filers (merged)

[ChisolmTrail 75]

3 minutes ago, Roger & Grace said:

hahaha I wonder what Grace will say too...

 

It seems like this journey has taken a lifetime or two!!!

We met late fall of 2014  visited Feb 2016 filed DEC 2016  Just now NOA 2 approved... Come on man!! 

Next step NVC and case number. Some advice when calling NVC.  I called a total of three times over three days. Always around 9:30 pm EST.  My average wait time was about 20 to 35 minutes. One time I called and got the initial greeting message, but it was different. It stated the call volume was high and to call back later.  Rather than call back, I selected option 1 anyway and I was immediately transferred to the regular prompting where I then selected option 7 like my previous call.  The lesson; just press one no matter what the message. 

 

The first two times I called they asked for the WAC# or NOA receipt number.  They immediately told me my petition had not been received.  The night I received my Case number was different. After providing the WAC#,  I was asked my name, my fiance's name and her DOB.  At that point I knew something was different.  I was then told the petition had arrived that day, and they asked if I would like the case number.

 

NOA2 date 5/24 (received in the mail 5/30), NVC received petition an issued case number 6/8.

 

I started calling 13 days out from NOA2 date

[Roger & Grace 198]

32 minutes ago, ChisolmTrail said:

Next step NVC and case number. Some advice when calling NVC.  I called a total of three times over three days. Always around 9:30 pm EST.  My average wait time was about 20 to 35 minutes. One time I called and got the initial greeting message, but it was different. It stated the call volume was high and to call back later.  Rather than call back, I selected option 1 anyway and I was immediately transferred to the regular prompting where I then selected option 7 like my previous call.  The lesson; just press one no matter what the message. 

 

The first two times I called they asked for the WAC# or NOA receipt number.  They immediately told me my petition had not been received.  The night I received my Case number was different. After providing the WAC#,  I was asked my name, my fiance's name and her DOB.  At that point I knew something was different.  I was then told the petition had arrived that day, and they asked if I would like the case number.

 

NOA2 date 5/24 (received in the mail 5/30), NVC received petition an issued case number 6/8.

 

I started calling 13 days out from NOA2 date

We have the NOA 2 Approved and we have the NVC Case # and Invoice # 

 

So,  does that mean 

Grace needs to schedule the interview and medical right ASAP?  

[ChisolmTrail 75]

1 minute ago, Roger & Grace said:

We have the NOA 2 Approved and we have the NVC Case # and Invoice # 

 

So,  does that mean 

Grace needs to schedule the interview and medical right ASAP?  

i know the NOA2 has an expiration date, our NOA2 was 5/24, expiration in September I think. I hear it can be extended.

 

As long as you have MNL number you can register medical with SLEC Manila online.  Have you done the DS160?  Once done, you'll need to create account in Visadocs so you can get the receipt that indicates cost for visas, then she pays and gets a receipt back. That will be needed to schedule interview.  This is how I understand. Our attorney is doing all of this on the DS160 and Visadocs site.  The SLEC registration my fiancee is doing herself...and the Singapore COC.

[SunsetRBeautiful 17]

Hey how's it going everyone, hope all is well. I've just updated my timeline so everyone is welcome to check it out. I've receive a Email from the US Embassy last night with instruction so that the package 3 iirc? If so My Fiancée and I need to gather the required documents( Ex. DS 160, two passport photo, affidavit of support, pay the visa fee) before scheduling the medical and interview date correct? Thank you and Godspeed to us all 😊

[kc_gttld 13]

8 hours ago, javidango said:

Is anyone out there still waiting for NOA2 ?

 

Same here.  No noa2, no rfe, nothing.

[charlesisjan 39]

18 minutes ago, kc_gttld said:

Same here.  No noa2, no rfe, nothing.

Wow that's just absurd! Have you tried calling in to see what in the world is going on?

[kc_gttld 13]

2 minutes ago, charlesisjan said:

Wow that's just absurd! Have you tried calling in to see what in the world is going on?

Yeah, it is crazy.  I called once and they simply said it's still within "normal" processing times.  I have to wait till they change the 'processing applications of date' to Jan 15 and then file a case review which will be responded to in 3 more weeks.  This is just nuts.  At least it seems I'm not the only one.

[TriloByte 1,818]

5 hours ago, ChisolmTrail said:

Next step NVC and case number. Some advice when calling NVC.  I called a total of three times over three days. Always around 9:30 pm EST.  My average wait time was about 20 to 35 minutes. One time I called and got the initial greeting message, but it was different. It stated the call volume was high and to call back later.  Rather than call back, I selected option 1 anyway and I was immediately transferred to the regular prompting where I then selected option 7 like my previous call.  The lesson; just press one no matter what the message. 

 

The first two times I called they asked for the WAC# or NOA receipt number.  They immediately told me my petition had not been received.  The night I received my Case number was different. After providing the WAC#,  I was asked my name, my fiance's name and her DOB.  At that point I knew something was different.  I was then told the petition had arrived that day, and they asked if I would like the case number.

 

NOA2 date 5/24 (received in the mail 5/30), NVC received petition an issued case number 6/8.

 

I started calling 13 days out from NOA2 date

What advantage do you have knowing your case was received by NVC other than just knowing? I thought it was embassy received that opened up the gate for medical, interview, etc.

[ChisolmTrail 75]

4 minutes ago, TriloByte said:

What advantage do you have knowing your case was received by NVC other than just knowing? I thought it was embassy received that opened up the gate for medical, interview, etc.

it varies by country USEM. For Philippines, by having the Case number we can do the following:

 

- Apply to get Singapore Certificate of Clearance (only needed if your fiancee worked abroad there)

- Register online for medical at St Lukes (SLEC)

- Create an account on Visadocs to begin the paying for visas process

 

As previously stated, this is what I know for the PI, but it may be different for UK.  Now that you are a NOA2 veteran, you may want to circle back with Dec/Jan UK filers to see about their experience.

 

Good Luck.

[Redheadguy03 505]

7 hours ago, Roger & Grace said:

We have the NOA 2 Approved and we have the NVC Case # and Invoice # 

 

So,  does that mean 

Grace needs to schedule the interview and medical right ASAP?  

Yes to both. You actually can do the medical without scheduling the interview first. As long as the CEAC tracking shows ready. Make sure to print off the CEAC tracking page showing it as ready or received. 

 

I'd just schedule the interview if I were you, since appointments fill up fast. Although, if you have an issue with the medical it can delay things. (sputum) 

 

You also can reschedule the interview once without fee. So, if your appointment is way in advance keep checking the website and you can probably get an appointment sooner. People cancel constantly. 

[Anatti87 164]

Helloo everyone!! 

Interview around the corner! Question to those whom had their interview in Juarez, how many copies of originals do you need?? Im taking my original packet accompanied with 2 copies packets. Is that enough?? Or should I do a 3rd copy packet?? 

[carloolive 68]

Does Issued on CEAC mean its waitng to be picked up by courier company?

this is How it's delivered in U.K.! 

[bookwormbelle 24]

On ‎6‎/‎9‎/‎2017 at 0:15 AM, Riya said:

I called and emailed my embassy as soon as my status changed to ready and got packet 4 through email in three days but each country has its own process and timeline. You can always contact your embassy if you don't receive the letter from them. Good luck!!

Heard back from the embassy and they told us to fill out DS-160 and schedule the medical and interview at that point. I'm so glad to have some answers!! Our lawyer is looking over our DS-160 today to make sure it's all in order and then on to the next step. Thank you for the help!!

[Redheadguy03 505]

36 minutes ago, carloolive said:

Does Issued on CEAC mean its waitng to be picked up by courier company?

this is How it's delivered in U.K.! 

Issued on ceac means its been printed. Usually takes a little longer to be delivered after it says issued. 

[javidango 12]

I know that's terrible I am in the same boat !!!