Do we need to recieve and send Packet 3 and 4 before interview ?

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1 hour ago, Nne said:

No that is not the same document it is old as the fee is $240 not $265.

 

I called NVC on (603) 334-0700 for my case number. They gave me a case number which I used to check on for the status of my case on https://ceac.state.gov/ceacstattracker/status.aspx. It indicated ready for interview when scheduled.  I contacted LagosIV@state.gov, they reply the next day usually. Told them the case number and beneficiary name, they may ask for petitioner name and DOB. They replied with Packet 3 which contains instructions.This is the exact updated packet 3 that is sent http://photos.state.gov/libraries/nigeria/487468/pdfs/K1_Packet_Final-042016.pdf and a medical letter and pamphlet. I advise that you get all required documents after NOA2 has been issued due to processing times, especially if you have lived outside of Nigeria. Police report in Lagos is done on same day but it defers by country. 

I believe you can go ahead an pay the fees and schedule the interview when the case says ready as some people have mentioned, but I was skeptical about this as did read somewhere on an official website not to pay the fees until you have been instructed because the packets are issues by consulate as received from NVC.

The only difference is the fee amount.

 

You can pay the fee and schedule your interview after your CEAC said states "ready for interview".