Jump to content
heyusa

Passport size pics no longer needed to send to the NVC?

By heyusa in IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures

 Share

8 posts in this topic

Recommended Posts

heyusa Enthusiast

heyusa   118

Posted
Filed: IR-1/CR-1 Visa Country:
Timeline
Posted (edited)

Is there no need to send passport size photographs with the Affidavit of Support/Immigrant Visa packet to the NVC?

Edited by heyusa

TIMELINE

31 May 2016 - legally married in Estonia, just the 2 of us
27 July 2016 - wedding ceremony & reception

 

USCIS Phase

08 September 2016 - I-130 sent to USCIS Chicago Lockbox (FILED FROM ABROAD)

14 September - I-130 received at Nebraska Service Center

16 September - NOA1 via e-mail

29 September - notice returned to USCIS because the Post Office could not deliver it

22 November - NOA1 finally received in the mail (in the US)

31 March 2017 - NOA 2 via e-mail, app and USCIS website

3 April - NOA 2 received in the mail (in the US)

11 April - Case Was Sent to Department of State 

 

NVC Phase

17 April - Case received by NVC

20 April - NVC case number assigned

21 April -  DS-261 Completed Online
25 April - Welcome e-mail received, AOS fee paid
27 April - IV fee Invoiced, IV fee paid
6 May - DS-260 Completed
10 May - AOS and IV package sent

15 May - Scan date

12 July - Case complete 😀
14 July - P4 Interview Letter

08 August - Medical

17 August - INTERVIEW - approved!
18 August - VISA ISSUED
23 August - Picked up the PASSPORT with the VISA inside

26 August - Immigrant Fee paid
18 September, 2017 - POE 

Removal Of Conditions

25 June, 2019 - ROC packet sent 
27 June - ROC packet delivered

 

 

 

 

Link to comment
Share on other sites
MattyUK Explorer

MattyUK   22

Posted
Filed: IR-1/CR-1 Visa Country: United Kingdom
 Timeline
Posted
11 hours ago, heyusa said:

Is there no need to send passport size photographs with the Affidavit of Support/Immigrant Visa packet to the NVC?

What is the basis of your question?  Did you hear otherwise?  If they ask for it (and I'm pretty sure they do) then send it. 

Link to comment
Share on other sites
agripa Collaborator

agripa   100

Posted
Filed: Lift. Cond. (pnd) Country: India
 Timeline
Posted
1 hour ago, MattyUK said:

What is the basis of your question?  Did you hear otherwise?  If they ask for it (and I'm pretty sure they do) then send it. 

Relax man, he's just asking a question. And actually, I'm wondering if he might be right. I know here on VisaJourney on the guides it's written to send two passport size photos, however, I'm looking at the webpage:

 

https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/immigrate/immigrant-process/documents/Supporting_documents.html

 

And I swear to god I don't see a requirement for passport size photos. Can you point out on any OFFICIAL Department of State website where it says to submit photographs?

Link to comment
Share on other sites
heyusa Enthusiast

heyusa   118

Posted
Filed: IR-1/CR-1 Visa Country:
Timeline
  • Author
Posted
3 hours ago, agripa said:

Relax man, he's just asking a question. And actually, I'm wondering if he might be right. I know here on VisaJourney on the guides it's written to send two passport size photos, however, I'm looking at the webpage:

 

https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/immigrate/immigrant-process/documents/Supporting_documents.html

 

And I swear to god I don't see a requirement for passport size photos. Can you point out on any OFFICIAL Department of State website where it says to submit photographs?

It's a 'she', but thanks. 😁 And yes, they dont ask for pics on the document cover sheet, but the guides tell you to send them,  that's exactly why I asked. 👍🏻

TIMELINE

31 May 2016 - legally married in Estonia, just the 2 of us
27 July 2016 - wedding ceremony & reception

 

USCIS Phase

08 September 2016 - I-130 sent to USCIS Chicago Lockbox (FILED FROM ABROAD)

14 September - I-130 received at Nebraska Service Center

16 September - NOA1 via e-mail

29 September - notice returned to USCIS because the Post Office could not deliver it

22 November - NOA1 finally received in the mail (in the US)

31 March 2017 - NOA 2 via e-mail, app and USCIS website

3 April - NOA 2 received in the mail (in the US)

11 April - Case Was Sent to Department of State 

 

NVC Phase

17 April - Case received by NVC

20 April - NVC case number assigned

21 April -  DS-261 Completed Online
25 April - Welcome e-mail received, AOS fee paid
27 April - IV fee Invoiced, IV fee paid
6 May - DS-260 Completed
10 May - AOS and IV package sent

15 May - Scan date

12 July - Case complete 😀
14 July - P4 Interview Letter

08 August - Medical

17 August - INTERVIEW - approved!
18 August - VISA ISSUED
23 August - Picked up the PASSPORT with the VISA inside

26 August - Immigrant Fee paid
18 September, 2017 - POE 

Removal Of Conditions

25 June, 2019 - ROC packet sent 
27 June - ROC packet delivered

 

 

 

 

Link to comment
Share on other sites
heyusa Enthusiast

heyusa   118

Posted
Filed: IR-1/CR-1 Visa Country:
Timeline
  • Author
Posted
3 hours ago, Dee elle said:

No longer needed at NVC. From personal experience. 

Thanks!

TIMELINE

31 May 2016 - legally married in Estonia, just the 2 of us
27 July 2016 - wedding ceremony & reception

 

USCIS Phase

08 September 2016 - I-130 sent to USCIS Chicago Lockbox (FILED FROM ABROAD)

14 September - I-130 received at Nebraska Service Center

16 September - NOA1 via e-mail

29 September - notice returned to USCIS because the Post Office could not deliver it

22 November - NOA1 finally received in the mail (in the US)

31 March 2017 - NOA 2 via e-mail, app and USCIS website

3 April - NOA 2 received in the mail (in the US)

11 April - Case Was Sent to Department of State 

 

NVC Phase

17 April - Case received by NVC

20 April - NVC case number assigned

21 April -  DS-261 Completed Online
25 April - Welcome e-mail received, AOS fee paid
27 April - IV fee Invoiced, IV fee paid
6 May - DS-260 Completed
10 May - AOS and IV package sent

15 May - Scan date

12 July - Case complete 😀
14 July - P4 Interview Letter

08 August - Medical

17 August - INTERVIEW - approved!
18 August - VISA ISSUED
23 August - Picked up the PASSPORT with the VISA inside

26 August - Immigrant Fee paid
18 September, 2017 - POE 

Removal Of Conditions

25 June, 2019 - ROC packet sent 
27 June - ROC packet delivered

 

 

 

 

Link to comment
Share on other sites
heyusa Enthusiast

heyusa   118

Posted
Filed: IR-1/CR-1 Visa Country:
Timeline
  • Author
Posted
5 hours ago, Dee elle said:

We completed IR5 this time last year and did not send photos for the  NVC stage..  just provided them at the medical and interview.

Thanks!

TIMELINE

31 May 2016 - legally married in Estonia, just the 2 of us
27 July 2016 - wedding ceremony & reception

 

USCIS Phase

08 September 2016 - I-130 sent to USCIS Chicago Lockbox (FILED FROM ABROAD)

14 September - I-130 received at Nebraska Service Center

16 September - NOA1 via e-mail

29 September - notice returned to USCIS because the Post Office could not deliver it

22 November - NOA1 finally received in the mail (in the US)

31 March 2017 - NOA 2 via e-mail, app and USCIS website

3 April - NOA 2 received in the mail (in the US)

11 April - Case Was Sent to Department of State 

 

NVC Phase

17 April - Case received by NVC

20 April - NVC case number assigned

21 April -  DS-261 Completed Online
25 April - Welcome e-mail received, AOS fee paid
27 April - IV fee Invoiced, IV fee paid
6 May - DS-260 Completed
10 May - AOS and IV package sent

15 May - Scan date

12 July - Case complete 😀
14 July - P4 Interview Letter

08 August - Medical

17 August - INTERVIEW - approved!
18 August - VISA ISSUED
23 August - Picked up the PASSPORT with the VISA inside

26 August - Immigrant Fee paid
18 September, 2017 - POE 

Removal Of Conditions

25 June, 2019 - ROC packet sent 
27 June - ROC packet delivered

 

 

 

 

Link to comment
Share on other sites
heyusa Enthusiast

heyusa   118

Posted
Filed: IR-1/CR-1 Visa Country:
Timeline
  • Author
Posted
5 hours ago, MattyUK said:

What is the basis of your question?  Did you hear otherwise?  If they ask for it (and I'm pretty sure they do) then send it. 

 they dont ask for pics on the document cover sheet, but the guides tell you to send them,  that's why I asked. 

TIMELINE

31 May 2016 - legally married in Estonia, just the 2 of us
27 July 2016 - wedding ceremony & reception

 

USCIS Phase

08 September 2016 - I-130 sent to USCIS Chicago Lockbox (FILED FROM ABROAD)

14 September - I-130 received at Nebraska Service Center

16 September - NOA1 via e-mail

29 September - notice returned to USCIS because the Post Office could not deliver it

22 November - NOA1 finally received in the mail (in the US)

31 March 2017 - NOA 2 via e-mail, app and USCIS website

3 April - NOA 2 received in the mail (in the US)

11 April - Case Was Sent to Department of State 

 

NVC Phase

17 April - Case received by NVC

20 April - NVC case number assigned

21 April -  DS-261 Completed Online
25 April - Welcome e-mail received, AOS fee paid
27 April - IV fee Invoiced, IV fee paid
6 May - DS-260 Completed
10 May - AOS and IV package sent

15 May - Scan date

12 July - Case complete 😀
14 July - P4 Interview Letter

08 August - Medical

17 August - INTERVIEW - approved!
18 August - VISA ISSUED
23 August - Picked up the PASSPORT with the VISA inside

26 August - Immigrant Fee paid
18 September, 2017 - POE 

Removal Of Conditions

25 June, 2019 - ROC packet sent 
27 June - ROC packet delivered

 

 

 

 

Link to comment
Share on other sites
MattyUK Explorer

MattyUK   22

Posted
Filed: IR-1/CR-1 Visa Country: United Kingdom
 Timeline
Posted
6 hours ago, heyusa said:

It's a 'she', but thanks. 😁 And yes, they dont ask for pics on the document cover sheet, but the guides tell you to send them,  that's exactly why I asked. 👍🏻

So send them, it won't hurt either way will it :)

Link to comment
Share on other sites
 
Didn't find the answer you were looking for? Ask our VJ Immigration Lawyers.

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share
Go to topic listing
- Back to Top -

Important Disclaimer: Please read carefully the Visajourney.com Terms of Service. If you do not agree to the Terms of Service you should not access or view any page (including this page) on VisaJourney.com. Answers and comments provided on Visajourney.com Forums are general information, and are not intended to substitute for informed professional medical, psychiatric, psychological, tax, legal, investment, accounting, or other professional advice. Visajourney.com does not endorse, and expressly disclaims liability for any product, manufacturer, distributor, service or service provider mentioned or any opinion expressed in answers or comments. VisaJourney.com does not condone immigration fraud in any way, shape or manner. VisaJourney.com recommends that if any member or user knows directly of someone involved in fraudulent or illegal activity, that they report such activity directly to the Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement. You can contact ICE via email at Immigration.Reply@dhs.gov or you can telephone ICE at 1-866-347-2423. All reported threads/posts containing reference to immigration fraud or illegal activities will be removed from this board. If you feel that you have found inappropriate content, please let us know by contacting us here with a url link to that content. Thank you.
×
×
  • Create New...