February 2017 I-129F Filers

[Greenbaum 12,259]

3 minutes ago, janet3 said:

Yes. I understand. But there was a February filer here that got in big trouble when he filed the DS 160 before being "ready" at NVC 

 

 

 

He had to reschedule the flights and interview and medical....

I may of misunderstood you. Normally the ready is at the Embassy not at NVC is what I was thinking. Besides, he can't submit the DS-160 without the case number that he will get from NVC when NVC has assigned the case number. So I am confused.

[j N j 50]

3 minutes ago, Greenbaum said:

I have seen this year in and year out. Everyone thinks they're special and should be treated as such. I happen to think differently. $hit happens. Over the 4 years that I have been involved with VJ, the window in which applications have been approved has changed like a yo yo. Sorry I didn't sugar coat my answer but reality is reality. It won't get approved until they can be satisfied that "you" are deserving of a visa (your background is clear). Every case is different and some will be approved sooner than someone else's.  Even if that someone else filed after you. USCIS has been inundated with immigration issues. I'm sorry you can't see that.  Now thank you for your "f you". 

**applauds**

 

[j N j 50]

1 minute ago, Greenbaum said:

I may of misunderstood you. Normally the ready is at the Embassy not at NVC is what I was thinking. Besides, he can't submit the DS-160 without the case number that he will get from NVC when NVC has assigned the case number. So I am confused.

Can one be "pre" printed, and faxed in or uploaded? I noticed the 30 day expiration date..

[janet3 1,170]

2 minutes ago, Greenbaum said:

I have seen this year in and year out. Everyone thinks they're special and should be treated as such. I happen to think differently. $hit happens. Over the 4 years that I have been involved with VJ, the window in which applications have been approved has changed like a yo yo. Sorry I didn't sugar coat my answer but reality is reality. It won't get approved until they can be satisfied that "you" are deserving of a visa (your background is clear). Every case is different and some will be approved sooner than someone else's.  Even if that someone else filed after you. USCIS has been inundated with immigration issues. I'm sorry you can't see that.  Now thank you for your "f you". 

I, of course, was not saying "f you" to you....I am saying that these people  (as did I) waited  (and are waiting) long after any "estimated date". Telling anyone to "be patient" after a half a year in is unrealistic.....why should anyone "be patient" after all of this time? It's an application for a fiance visa.....

[Greenbaum 12,259]

Just now, j N j said:

Can one be "pre" printed, and faxed in or uploaded? I noticed the 30 day expiration date..

You can go in and complete the DS-160 and save it. Before 30 days is up and you have your MNL# then you can return to the DS-160 and open it and complete the question with your MNL# and submit it. You can fill out the DS-160 or your fiance can do it for you, but by law you are the only one that can hit the submit button.

[j N j 50]

1 minute ago, janet3 said:

I, of course, was not saying "f you" to you....I am saying that these people  (as did I) waited  (and are waiting) long after any "estimated date". Telling anyone to "be patient" after a half a year in is unrealistic.....why should anyone "be patient" after all of this time? It's an application for a fiance visa.....

we're all in the same boat, stressing, venting  or whatever its called isnt going change a thing or speed the process in any way shape or form., sorry, just my personal experience on things.

3 minutes ago, Greenbaum said:

You can go in and complete the DS-160 and save it. Before 30 days is up and you have your MNL# then you can return to the DS-160 and open it and complete the question with your MNL# and submit it. You can fill out the DS-160 or your fiance can do it for you, but by law you are the only one that can hit the submit button.

But can only be saved for 30 days? correct?

 

[Greenbaum 12,259]

Just now, janet3 said:

I, of course, was not saying "f you" to you....I am saying that these people  (as did I) waited  (and are waiting) long after any "estimated date". Telling anyone to "be patient" after a half a year in is unrealistic.....why should anyone "be patient" after all of this time? It's an application for a fiance visa.....

It's a process. The window for USCIS to complete is 5 months. As you know that 5 months is approx. 150 days. Just about where people are getting approved. Some near 150 some later. Some have more "issues" then someone else hence maybe the approval for them is near 150 and for those with issues it's longer.

[janet3 1,170]

1 minute ago, j N j said:

we're all in the same boat, stressing, venting  or whatever its called isnt going change a thing or speed the process in any way shape or form., sorry, just my personal experience on things.

But can only be saved for 30 days? correct?

 

And I completely agree with you. You filed at the end of May....correct? 

[j N j 50]

Just now, janet3 said:

And I completely agree with you. You filed at the end of May....correct? 

yes, today was day 100.. when it happens, it happens.

[Greenbaum 12,259]

1 minute ago, j N j said:

we're all in the same boat, stressing, venting  or whatever its called isnt going change a thing or speed the process in any way shape or form., sorry, just my personal experience on things.

But can only be saved for 30 days? correct?

 

Yes 30 days. If it expires, you can start another one. The main thing is, the one that you want for the interview requires the confirmation page be printed and handed in at the interview. So you can do many but the one that counts is the one you hand to the CO at your interview as they will "tap into" that one and ignore the others. In fact they can't see all the ones you have started and not used.

[j N j 50]

Just now, Greenbaum said:

Yes 30 days. If it expires, you can start another one. The main thing is, the one that you want for the interview requires the confirmation page be printed and handed in at the interview. So you can do many but the one that counts is the one you hand to the CO at your interview as they will "tap into" that one and ignore the others. In fact they can't see all the ones you have started and not used.

good, I might have one saved and printed out if possible, so when the time come to submit, I'll have all the information needed. then my fiance can submit it.

[Greenbaum 12,259]

Just now, j N j said:

good, I might have one saved and printed out if possible, so when the time come to submit, I'll have all the information needed. then my fiance can submit it.

The one who is going to the interview is the one who must submit the DS-160. Like I indicated, anyone can fill it out for the beneficiary but the beneficiary is the one that has to hit the submit button.

[j N j 50]

Just now, Greenbaum said:

The one who is going to the interview is the one who must submit the DS-160. Like I indicated, anyone can fill it out for the beneficiary but the beneficiary is the one that has to hit the submit button.

understood. as always, THANKS!

[janet3 1,170]

11 minutes ago, Greenbaum said:

It's a process. The window for USCIS to complete is 5 months. As you know that 5 months is approx. 150 days. Just about where people are getting approved. Some near 150 some later. Some have more "issues" then someone else hence maybe the approval for them is near 150 and for those with issues it's longer.

Yes. I agree. But the fact of the matter is....when most of us applied the approval was around 60 to 90 days.....not 160 to 200....it is unfair to say people are "complaining" when the time frame has been turned upside down.....these are people....as I am....who have been caught up in an unfortunate set of circumstances....the timelines have changed and these are good people who just wanted to be with the person they loved.

[elranchero20 33]

Good afternoon everyone:

 

Heres an update on my case; NOA2 was August 23 just got off phone with NVC and I was given my case number. I need to transfer my case to Manila embassy as my fiancées contract ends on Oct 27. I don't think this is sufficient time to get interview by that date. I was advised to send email to NVC but now agent told me to send email to Manila embassy. I read info onliner requesting tax return and affidavit of support form. Any other documents that anyone is aware of that I need.  Do you think it is wise decision to transfer case to Manila or is it remotely possible for her to get interview before Oct 27. Any input is greatly appreciated... thanks